A dark, atmospheric cover for a wuxia novel titled "Creed of Decay." The scene is set in a desolate, ancient battlefield shrouded in a thick, eerie mist. In the foreground, a lone, weathered swordsman stands with a tattered cloak billowing in the wind. His blade, darkened and cracked with age, is held loosely in his hand, dripping with dark energy. The landscape around him is littered with broken weapons and skeletal remains, hinting at a long-forgotten war. The sky is overcast with ominous clouds, and distant mountains loom like silent sentinels. The title "Creed of Decay" is emblazoned in bold, cracked characters, glowing faintly with a sinister light. The overall mood is one of decay, mystery, and ancient, forgotten power. Frazetta art style, black and white