[My Workflow: FourTengr.AI images were created (horizon, sky, flowers, and UFO), merging portions into this widescreen image. Post edited artifacts out, then added new layers of clouds, brushed in some more flowers, electrical discharge, and the energy glow using Affinity Photo.]
MUMBLINGS about whatever happens to trip-my-trigger this week. This might cover books, horror movies, new music I have discovered, photo edits, tweaking panel art from a graphic novel, technical tips for your PC/mobile devices, or any other random topic.
Tuesday, May 14, 2024
UFO Lands Near Clonakilty
[My Workflow: FourTengr.AI images were created (horizon, sky, flowers, and UFO), merging portions into this widescreen image. Post edited artifacts out, then added new layers of clouds, brushed in some more flowers, electrical discharge, and the energy glow using Affinity Photo.]
Thursday, May 9, 2024
Killer Croc Has Gone Wild (DC Comics villain turns feral)
[My Workflow: Two Tengr.AI images were created (background and creature), merging portions into this widescreen image. Post edited some AI artifacts out, and brushed in some a few features using Affinity Photo.]
Wednesday, May 8, 2024
Batman Standing in the Rain
Batman stands resolute in the pouring rain, the dark skies illuminated only by the distant flashes of lightning, his Dark Knight silhouette. I created this image with NightCafe AI Image generator and then did some artifact clean-ups.
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Saturday, May 4, 2024
Space Base Exilon-4
Located on the surface of the Moon, Space Base Exilon-4 is a state-of-the-art research facility dedicated to advancing humanity's understanding of the universe. The base is a hub for scientists, engineers, and explorers from around the world, working together to push the boundaries of space exploration and development.
The Research Focus: Super-Helium Production
One of the primary research focuses at Space Base Exilon-4 is the production of super-helium, a rare and highly valuable isotope of helium-3 (He-3). This isotope has the potential to revolutionize the field of nuclear fusion, offering a clean and sustainable source of energy.
The research team at Space Base Exilon-4 is working to develop a scalable and efficient method for extracting and processing He-3 from the lunar regolith. This involves a combination of advanced drilling and excavation techniques, as well as innovative processing methods to extract the valuable isotope from the Moon's soil.
The Benefits of Super-Helium Production
The production of super-helium at Space Base Exilon-4 has far-reaching implications for humanity's energy future. By harnessing the power of nuclear fusion, we can:
- Reduce greenhouse gas emissions: Nuclear fusion is a zero-carbon source of energy, offering a cleaner alternative to fossil fuels.
- Increase energy security: With a reliable and sustainable source of energy, we can reduce our reliance on finite resources and mitigate the risks of energy price volatility.
- Foster international cooperation: The development of super-helium production at Space Base Exilon-4 is a collaborative effort, bringing together scientists and engineers from around the world to advance our understanding of the universe.
While the potential benefits of super-helium production are significant, there are also challenges to overcome. These include:
- Technical hurdles: Developing a scalable and efficient method for extracting and processing He-3 from the lunar regolith is a complex task that requires significant advances in materials science, engineering, and physics.
- Logistical challenges: Establishing a sustainable presence on the Moon requires significant investments in infrastructure, including life support systems, energy generation, and communication networks.
- International cooperation: The development of super-helium production at Space Base Exilon-4 requires international cooperation and collaboration, which can be challenging to achieve.
Thursday, April 4, 2024
A Set of Aliens Living in New York (inspired from John Carpenter's THEY LIVE)
I fed Travis Fox's image that I purchased last year featuring a They Live-themed alien into Bing Co-Pilot and had it spit out some AI-generated images. I brought them all into the Affinity Photo, cleaned up glitches, and made a few minor fixes.
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Tuesday, March 19, 2024
The Scorching Tide of Infyrion
From this infernal maelstrom emerged a terrifying behemoth called Infyrion, a gargantuan daemon forged from smoldering brimstone and molten fury. Infyrion's rock-like skin blazed white-hot, illuminating the clouds of steam billowing from its gaping maw. Cruel horns crowned its lava-spewing head as magma dripped from its clawed extremities, singeing the ocean itself. But the daemon Infyrion was not alone in its emergence. Scores of animated skeletal warriors erupted alongside it, their decayed bones fused together by searing flames. Clutching fiery blades. this unholy army waded from the shallows, leaving a trail of boiling footprints in the sand.
Saltspray's defenses were quickly overwhelmed as wave after wave of flaming skeletal warriors scaled over the top of the city's ramparts. The piercing shrieks of burning citizens filled the night air as buildings and ships ignited from the onslaught. At the head of the invasion strode the gargantuan fire daemon, melting stone and steel with every thunderous step. Its six baleful eyes surveyed the escalating destruction as if directing an orchestra of total annihilation.
By dawn's first light, much of Saltspray had been reduced to ashen ruins, its proud walls and mighty citadels collapsed into smoldering rubble. Thousands lay dead or burned almost beyond recognition. The daemon and its skeletal horde had withdrawn, slinking back into the ocean's depths as insidiously as they had emerged. Saltspray's eternal summer had drawn to a terrifying close. The people who remained looked out over the smoke-choked skyline in mournful silence, forever scarred by the memory of the scorching tide that Infyrion had unleashed upon them.
Tuesday, March 12, 2024
StellaB's Airplane Graveyard
Friday, March 8, 2024
Görgathös: Lord of the Bloodfire Pit
The other denizens of hell feared and respected Görgathös for his power, but they also knew that crossing him was a grave mistake. His tentacles could ensnare even the largest demon in an instant, and his spider-like legs allowed him to move with unmatched speed and agility. Despite being trapped in hell, Görgathös remained a force to be reckoned with, and his legend lived on through countless tales of horror and fear. Mortals whispered his name with trepidation, knowing that he was not just a demon lord but also a monster that could rip the very fabric of reality apart. In short, Görgathös is more than just a demon lord; he is a living embodiment of terror, and his mere existence in hell sends shivers down the spines of those who dare to think about him.
Affinity Workflow: A few cycles of image prompts using NightCafe AI to end up with the basic octo-daemon creature. I then cleaned up AI artifacts, sharpened edges, merged several pixel overlays to recolor different regions, and brushed in additional objects.
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Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Glowshard's Awakening
With a final mighty push, the egg shattered apart, and out tumbled Glowshard, a small sky-blue dragon wyrmling covered in glittering crystalline shards. He let out a squeaky sneeze, sending sparkling motes shimmering through the air. His eyes blinked open, revealing brilliant golden irises that reflected the lava flows around him. Despite his miniature size, power coursed through Glowshard's veins, gifted to him by the magical volcano that was his hatching ground. His whip-like tail twitched with excitement as he explored his new surroundings, tiny wings flapping in a frenzy. The cavern walls glowed with mystic runes left behind by ancient dragons of old.
Glowshard's instincts took over. He opened his mouth, feeling the scorching heat building within, and released his first real burst of dragonfire. Instead of a cone of flame, however, brilliant lances of pure light and energy erupted in a blinding flash. Shard-like projectiles ricocheted wildly, fracturing the rocks and causing the entire volcanic cavern to luminesce. Glowshard blinked, startled by the unexpected brilliance. Had he done that? A surge of uncertainty mingled with exhilaration coursed through him. This was only the beginning...
Affinity Workflow: A few cycles of image prompts using NightCafe AI (DALLE-3) to end up with the cute glowing dragon. I then cleaned up some AI artifacts, sharpened some edges, and extended the image vertically a bit to show off his motes of magic.
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Saturday, March 2, 2024
Bayou Mutations
Shagster stood taller, his brutish frame a grotesque amalgamation of alligator, ape, and rat. Green scales covered his powerful muscular body, while wiry fur sprouted in patches. His elongated snout was filled with jagged teeth, and beady black eyes revealed a glimmer of intelligence. Despite his hulking size, he walked upright, his long arms swinging slightly with each step. Shilowe was sleeker, her features an unsettling mix of ratlike visage, rippling ape musculature, and powerful gator jaws. She lacked the towering height of her companion but moved with agility, also walking on two legs. Her prehensile fingers allowed easy scaling of trees when needed to forage for food.
For years, the pair had eked out a solitary existence, shunned by the human world and hunted by bayou dwellers who mistook them for monsters. But their mutated forms housed remarkable intellects, and they soon learned to communicate with each other through a series of grunts, chitters, and body language. One fateful night, as they foraged for crawfish among the mangrove roots, Shagster and Shilowe stumbled upon a submerged artifact – a remnant of the lab that had created them. Examining it together, they unlocked forgotten memories, fragments of their former lives as test subjects.
At that moment, a spark of determination ignited within them. No longer content to hide in the shadows, they vowed to uncover the truth about their origins and confront those responsible for their tortured existence. The bayou had given them life, but now it was time to embrace their destiny, whatever that might be. With Shagster's brawn and Shilowe's cunning, they set off on an adventure that would take them from the depths of the swamp to the glittering cities beyond, leaving chaos and confusion in their wake as they walked upright through human society. For these mutated marvels were just getting started.
Wednesday, February 14, 2024
Deacon Sirus, Your Local Spiritual Weatherman
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