A dramatic scene depicting the Battle of Thermopylae: a narrow mountain pass at sunset with towering cliffs on either side, casting a fiery orange and red glow across the sky. In the foreground, King Leonidas stands resolute, his cloak billowing, holding a spear and shield. Surrounding him are the 300 Spartan warriors in determined stances, their armor gleaming. In the distance, the massive Persian army approaches, a vast tide of soldiers and banners. The ground is littered with fallen warriors, highlighting the brutality and sacrifice. The overall mood is one of epic heroism and defiance.