Document Graded C with Sword - Symbol of Academic Failure or Harsh Critique #98793 (License: Personal Use)

This stylized illustration depicts a yellowed paper with lined text and a prominent red “C” grade circled in the center, while a medieval-style sword thrusts through the page. The composition uses bold outlines, contrasting colors, and symbolic imagery to convey themes of judgment, failure, or severe critique in academic or professional contexts.

Commonly used on educational blogs, student support resources, or articles about grading systems, feedback culture, or resilience after failure; targets users searching for metaphors of academic struggle or critique.