Epic cinematic aerial view, a Greek commander raises his gleaming bronze xiphos sword against a golden sunset sky, his ornate Corinthian helmet and red cape billowing dramatically in the wind. Hundreds of heavily-armed hoplites in tight phalanx formation raise their spears and aspis shields in perfect unison, their bronze armor catching the warm light. Greek cavalry with flowing horse-hair crests flank the formation, kicking up dust as they advance. Dynamic 180-degree camera rotation reveals the approaching Persian army, their elite cataphract cavalry in polished lamellar armor leading the charge, ornate silk banners streaming behind them. Bird's eye drone perspective, ultra-wide composition showcasing the massive scale of both armies across the dusty plains. Atmospheric lighting with long shadows, particles of dust catching the sunlight, photorealistic 8K detail, volumetric fog, epic scale, golden hour lighting, dramatic contrast, inspired by 300 and Gladiator cinematography, hyperrealistic detail.