masterpiece, ultra detailed, 8k resolution, digital art. Epic historical portrait of Ataman Yermak Timofeyevich, the legendary Cossack leader. Character design for mascot: Man in his prime, 40-45 years old. Middle height, stocky and broad-shouldered build (плечист). Flat-faced (плосколиц). Face: Stern but wise expression, confident direct gaze looking forward. A slight restrained smile of a mentor. Thick black beard (черн брадою), dark curly hair. Headwear: Traditional tall fur Cossack papakha hat. Armor & Clothing: Gleaming steel chainmail hauberk underneath. Over it — a rich dark blue or burgundy velvet Feryaz (long kaftan) with intricate gold embroidery. Attributes: In right hand: Battle Cossack shashka sword with a guard shaped like a bird's head (эфес в виде птичьей головы). In left hand: Open ancient book or scroll (symbol of wisdom/education). Background: Panoramic view of an ancient Russian city, wooden kremlin towers and churches, dramatic sky. Style: High-detail realism blended with Disney/Pixar stylization (slightly larger eyes for empathy), cinematic lighting, volumetric fog.
