>>37290334or an even better idea is to make the scales with a capitonné upholstery inspiration which also plays the ca/piton/né + python pun
it generally uses leather and silk, not snake leather but still fits the theme, the button aren't mandatory but they actually might be some gems and minerals rappresting its type at this point
you can find capitonne geometrical designs on sofas, armchairs, headboards, ceilings etc
