New model release !

AIcAI - AnimeHaven - Ascended

Built on the powerful IllustriousXL 2.0 Base!

!!! IMPORTANT NOTE (ALL MODELS) !!!

THE CLIP AND VAE ARE USING FP32 ! If you don't use that, result might be vastly different !

Hello everyone! I'm excited to share my model series with the community, starting with the original AIcAI - AnimeHaven (eps series) and now introducing AIcAI - AnimeHaven - Ascended!

These checkpoint merges aim at generating high-quality, vibrant anime-style illustrations, each with their unique strengths.

The original eps series (V10-V50), based on ILLUSTRIOUS 1.1, focused on polish, detail, and increasingly atmospheric results, capable up to ~1536x1536. The new Ascended series, based on IllustriousXL 2.0, prioritizes stylistic versatility, illustrative clarity, and higher base resolution capabilities.

Introducing: AIcAI - AnimeHaven - Ascended

This marks a new chapter for AnimeHaven, rebuilt from the ground up on the incredibly potent, but challenging, IllustriousXL 2.0 base. Taming this new foundation required considerable effort and represents a significant leap forward in capability, focusing on stylistic mastery and clarity.

Compared to the V50 (eps) series (based on Illustrious 1.1), Ascended offers:

Style Versatility : Ascended truly shines in replicating specific, established art styles with remarkable accuracy – from distinct game aesthetics (like Pokemon TCG, Touhou) to manga covers (Chainsaw Man) and diverse illustration looks. This is its core strength.
Clarity & Defined Linework: Experience incredibly crisp, clean visuals reminiscent of high-quality illustrations. Linework is sharp and details are rendered with precision.
Robust Composition & Detail Handling: Excels at managing complex scenes with multiple subjects, intricate backgrounds (like graffiti), and specific layouts (cards, covers).
Precise Color & Style Accuracy: Colors are vibrant yet controlled, meticulously adhering to the target art style for highly cohesive results.

While V50 excelled in deep atmospheric rendering, Ascended focuses on delivering unparalleled stylistic control and illustrative clarity.

A Note on Development: Bringing Ascended to life on the IllustriousXL 2.0 base was a demanding process requiring deep tuning and experimentation. As such, the time between future major updates for the Ascended line may be longer, ensuring each release meets a high standard of quality and refinement. Your patience and support are greatly appreciated!

Recommended Settings (Ascended):

Dimensions: Start around 1024x1024. Handles rectangular aspect ratios well. Can push to 1536x1536 and even more higher with adequate VRAM.
Steps: 25 to 50
CFG Scale: 4.0 to 7.0
Sampler: Euler_a, DPMPP_2M, DPMPP_2M_SDE
Scheduler: Karras, Sgm_uniform
Hires. Fix: Still recommended for pushing detail or resolution further.
- Hires steps: 10-20
- Denoising strength: 0.3 - 0.7

Notes:

Being based on XL 2.0, prompt structure might influence results differently than 1.1-based models. Experiment with natural language and detailed descriptions.
Excellent for recreating specific character styles or artistic vibes. Use artist names or series titles in prompts for style emulation.

Releases notes from previous versions (Illustrious 1.1 Base):

AIcAI - AnimeHaven V50 (eps) Taking atmospheric rendering and emotional depth further: Superior Atmospheric Immersion, Advanced Environmental Effects, Heightened Emotional Range, Cinematic Quality, while maintaining Peak Polish & Detail. Designed for atmospheric, emotionally resonant illustrations.

AIcAI - AnimeHaven V40 (eps) Focused on refining atmosphere, lighting, and overall aesthetic polish: Masterful Lighting & Atmosphere, Refined Skin & Surface Rendering, Peak Aesthetic Polish, while maintaining Hyper-Detail. Aimed for stunningly atmospheric and polished illustrations.

AIcAI - AnimeHaven V30 (eps) Pushed boundaries further than V20: Even more details, Better Lighting, Better Textures, Refined Across Styles. Tuned for high-fidelity illustrations.

AIcAI - AnimeHaven V20 (eps) Offered noticeable improvements over V11: Enhanced Sharpness & Detail, More Vibrant & Deeper Colors, Improved Lighting & Contrast. Aimed for greater polish.

AIcAI - AnimeHaven V11 (eps) Compared to V10, offered: ✅ Improved Prompt Control, 🎨 Enhanced Colors.

AlcAI - AnimeHaven - Ascension v10