This SDXL model was made with a combination of two SDXL models I like. The SDXL checkpoints I used to make this are Lucifer and DucHaiten-AIart-SDXL. The model creates a look that is between photographic realism and bold colorful anime. The contrast is excellent, and the variation of colors, shadows, and highlights helps to make colorful scenes with vivid lighting whilst retaining excellent deep shadows.
Sampling Steps of 15 to 35 works well with most models, as does a CFG Scale of 3.5 to 7.5.
Version 1.5 has a VAE baked into the model.