This vibrant illustration captures the essence of a chibi-style lion cub, masterfully combining elements of Japanese anime, Disney, Pixar, and vector art into a delightful character design. Set against a stark dark background that accentuates its vivid red and orange color palette, this digital painting is a feast for the eyes with its high-resolution, high-contrast colors. The lion, with an oversized red mane held playfully in its hand, showcases a range of emotions from sadness to anger, reflected through its bold outlines and highly detailed facial expressions. This piece is a perfect example of AI art style customization using –sref, designed not just to appeal as a 2D game asset or avatar, but also as a standalone work of art on platforms like ArtStation HD.