A captivating dark academia-themed illustration featuring a stack of ancient, leather-bound books with a skull placed on top. The books are arranged in a pyramid-like formation, each one adorned with intricate gold accents and tied with ribbon bookmarks. A large, ornate skull rests at the top of the stack, its eyes made of glowing emeralds. Surrounding the books are intricately drawn roses and other flowers, their petals delicately intertwined with the book ribbons. The overall atmosphere is a blend of intellectual mystique and a subtle gothic beauty, creating an enchanting scene perfect for a setting that combines scholarly pursuits with a hint of the macabre.

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