A dramatic and highly detailed image of an epic fantasy battle unfolds in a vibrant but subtly colored forest. A valiant paladin stands boldly in ornate armor, his sword and shield emitting a gentle, ethereal glow. Accompanying him, a mysterious wizard cloaked in a hooded robe, adorned with intricate arcane symbols, wields a staff crowned with a softly luminescent orb. The wizard's features are obscured by the hood, enhancing his enigmatic presence. On the other flank, a skilled ranger dressed in an intricately detailed leather cloak grips a longbow, poised for action. The trio confronts a colossal, three-headed dragon, its scales rich in texture but with softly muted hues, lending an air of majestic terror. The forest's sharp, clear lighting accentuates the precise details of the heroes and their formidable foe, enveloping the scene in natural, understated tones that bring the epic confrontation to life.