A high-contrast digital painting in the style of Don Brautigam, featuring a menacing skull with glowing red eyes and a sinister grin. The skull is hooded in dark, tattered robes, creating a mysterious and foreboding appearance. The background is completely black, emphasizing the eerie and haunting nature of the figure. The overall composition is intense, with sharp contrasts and intricate detailing. The atmosphere is dark, sinister, and ominous, evoking the powerful and edgy energy of a heavy metal band like Metallica. The color scheme includes deep blacks, vibrant yellows for the skull, and intense red highlights for the eyes. The robes are dark blue with textured details. Japanese characters on the side add a rebellious and mysterious touch to the design, enhancing the overall dark theme.