Dual-Wielding Skeleton Warrior: Retro Battle Ready

The pixel art image depicts a single skeletal warrior, rendered in a classic 8-bit or 16-bit style, positioned against a stark, solid black background. The subject is a full skeleton, highly detailed for its pixelated nature, with visible ribs, a spine, pelvis, and limb bones. Its skull features prominent eye sockets, a nasal cavity, and a jawline with a hint of teeth. The skeleton wears a dark, possibly metallic, segmented helmet covering the top of its skull, with a lighter-colored, possibly silver or steel, brow or visor section. It is also clad in what appears to be dark, tattered armor or clothing, indicated by dark pixel clusters around its joints and torso, with a darker sash or belt extending from its midsection. The most striking features are the two large, broadswords it wields. The primary sword is held upright in its right hand, extending diagonally upwards and to the right, featuring a light grey blade with subtle dark outlines for definition and a small, dark hilt. A second, identical sword is held by its left hand, positioned lower and angled slightly downwards, crossing in front of the skeleton's body and the first sword. The skeleton’s pose is dynamic and ready for combat; it stands with its knees slightly bent, giving the impression of readiness or a wide stance, and its arms are raised, crossing the two swords in front of its body. The expression of the skull is neutral, as expected of a skeleton, but the overall posture implies a determined and watchful demeanor. The skeleton is centrally located within the frame, occupying a significant portion of the vertical space while leaving ample black space to its left and right, creating a focused, portrait-like composition. The background is entirely devoid of scenery, emphasizing the character. The color palette is restricted and monochromatic, dominated by black, various shades of grey (ranging from a very light, almost white grey for the bones and sword blades, to a medium grey for helmet details and shading, and a darker grey for the hilt), and a deep, muted purple-black for the helmet and some clothing elements. The overall color scheme is stark and cool-toned, contributing to a somewhat eerie but classic fantasy aesthetic. The overall vibe of the image is nostalgic, reminiscent of retro video games, and evokes a sense of readiness for adventure or battle, with a touch of the macabre due to the skeletal nature of the subject. The limited color palette and pixelated execution contribute to a distinct, old-school gaming feel.