Aether

About this model

Standing on the shoulders of giants.
In no way I can take any credit for the work that creators of original models put into their checkpoints, this merge is simply an attempt to achieve the specific style that I like.

How to use

I normally use DPM++ 2M Karras, Euler a also produces good results, steps 20-40 and CFG between 6 and 8. Higher step values can fix some problems, but can also introduce unneccessary details to hands and other elements of the image.

Upscaling

For sharper and more detailed images I use Loopback Scaler extension with recommended settings (DDIM sampler, 30 steps, noise between 0.2-0.4, scale 2x and usually High details), and then run the result again in img2img through Ultimate SD Upscaler extension using DPM++ 2M Karras wtih ~20 steps and low noise value (0.2-0.35) to avoid adding weird details.

4x-UltraSharp upscaler generates softer aliasing, most noticeable in smaller details and hair, R-ESRGAN 4x proiduces sharper edges, if you're going for a more stylized look.

Sources

1. Real Cartoon 3D v15

2. Dreamshaper v8

3. PerfectDeliberate v5

Merge steps

Step 1: Merge RealCartoon 3D v15 with Dreamshaper v8

Step 2: Merge results of step 1 with Perfect Deliberate v5

Legal stuff

Released under CreativeML Open RAIL M License

You are responsible for all the images you generate using this model.