UPDATE: FIXED ANIME & CARTOON STYLES - it can now easily do both you can mostly disregard that blurb about it below
The evolution of Nepotism Fux continues with the release of V8, a major update that represents a significant turning point in the model’s capabilities and philosophy. The most notable change in V8 is the complete removal of NSFW content. This was not an easy decision, but it is a necessary one to push the model’s creative boundaries and be a responsible model creator in the age of increasingly capable AI.
A New Direction: Safe for Work, Without Compromise
Removing NSFW content allows Nepotism Fux V8 to focus on generating a wider range of non-adult concepts, something that the previous versions struggled with due to their NSFW capabilities. Additionally, as the model progresses towards producing more realistic, photo-quality images, I want to be mindful of ethical considerations, including combating the potential misuse of AI in harmful contexts. Users are still free to utilize external NSFW LoRAs to achieve adult-oriented outputs, but the core model itself will be inherently safe for work moving forward.
Photorealism is King in V8
One of the standout features of Nepotism Fux V8 is its overwhelming preference for photorealistic outputs- though it CAN still reach anime via some creative prompting. While this bias might not suit every user's preferences, it was ultimately an unavoidable outcome of the development process. The realism achieved by V8 is impressive, and for those who prefer anime or stylized artwork, I recommend using suitable LoRAs to achieve the desired look. For example, the following LoRAs can help steer V8 into anime territory:
These LoRAs will allow you to transform the photorealistic base model into something more aligned with anime aesthetics, giving you more creative freedom while retaining the versatility of V8.
Fine-Tuning with LoRA: Less is More
Nepotism Fux V8 is highly sensitive to LoRAs, making fine-tuning more effective even at lower weights. In many cases, I have found that setting LoRA weights lower than usual yields excellent results, except for those specifically focused on character, anime, or NSFW content. If you’re used to setting a LoRA weight at around 0.6, I recommend experimenting with 0.3 or even 0.2 to achieve a similar effect. This sensitivity offers more control to the user, allowing for subtle adjustments that make a big difference in the final output.
Moving Forward with V8
Nepotism Fux V8 is a leap forward in creating responsible, versatile, and stunning visual content. By focusing on photorealism and broadening the range of creative possibilities, while removing NSFW, V8 stands as a responsible choice for creators who want to leverage AI ethically and effectively. I understand that this shift might not be for everyone, but I believe it’s an important step in advancing AI image generation to serve a broader and safer set of use cases.
Feel free to explore V8 and experience the improvements for yourself. Whether you're aiming for hyper-realistic visuals or transforming it into anime artwork, V8 is ready to provide high-quality outputs in a responsible way. I’m excited to see how the community will continue to push the boundaries of creativity with this release.
This article's purpose is to inform you of these upcoming changes so that you can decide whether to upgrade to V8. Additionally, I would love to gauge community feedback about these changes, so please share your thoughts and experiences.