In this illustration, a massive mechanical horse stands beside a figure in a striking red cloak against a backdrop of towering architecture. The horsecat bears intricate cybernetic enhancements, including blue-lit devices around its head and a complex nueralbridle system. Its profile shows careful detail in its musculature and technological modifications that seem to merge seamlessly with its form. The background features imposing cream-colored buildings with repeated tower elements and arched doorways, creating a sense of grand scale. Above, a dark sky is filled with falling stars or light trails. The ground is a pale, textured expanse with subtle geometric patterns and recessed areas, suggesting an elaborate plaza or courtyard. The composition creates a strong sense of scale contrast between the monumental horsecat, the architecture, and the cloaked figure, emphasizing the "sentinel" aspect referenced in the title. the two are ready to die in order to protect the ordinal, but i wouldn't be betting on their demise.