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The cover features a gradient night sky transitioning from deep red to black, with stars and faint nebulas giving an ethereal atmosphere. The silhouettes of three human figures are staged in the foreground the tallest in the center, the shortest on the left, and the second tallest on the right. They stand atop a rocky cliff, gazing into the distance. Beyond them, swarming in the night sky, are shadowy, ominous creatures depicted in a surreal yet abstract style a man made of mist, the black shuck (a ghostly dog), a "not deer," and a shadowy demon. The figures are positioned as if bracing for something remarkable and terrifying. The ground beneath them is rugged and textured, with cracks glowing faintly in red.

The title, "The Chronicles of Black and Red," uses a bold sans-serif font with sharp, angular edges, emphasizing drama and tension. The font has streaks of faded red and black, creating a smoky effect. The authors' names, "Asher Wilson And Drake Griffith," appear at the bottom in a simple serif typography in white, slightly spaced apart for a cinematic feel.

The title is placed at the top, with the word "Black" in deep red and "Red" in pitch black to subtly play on contrast. Below the title and slightly above the center of the cover, the silhouettes and the cluster of creatures dominate the scene. The authors' names appear centered at the bottom, leaving the focus on the dark and thrilling visual in the middle of the cover.