Design a 2D stylized illustration of 'Whirlpool,' a whale-like creature of the w

Design a 2D stylized illustration of 'Whirlpool,' a whale-like creature of the water element. Whirlpool should be in a defensive stance, with water currents swirling around it. The background should feature a deep ocean scene with swirling tides, bubbles, and distant light rays, creating a powerful and immersive environment that emphasizes the whale’s strength and the vastness of the water element.