Create an illustration in the style of Edward Gorey featuring large, imposing wooden humanoid figures with bull and ram heads, standing against a minimalist, overcast background. Use intricate cross-hatching to highlight the texture of the wood and metal joints, giving depth and a sense of aged mechanical design. The characters should have a stoic, almost lifeless expression. Incorporate symbolic elements like a subtle flame near one figure’s hand, representing power and destruction. Keep the background sparse, using negative space to create an eerie, surreal atmosphere reminiscent of Gorey's work.