<h2 id="azure-and-crimson-anime-centric-merged-model">Azure &amp; Crimson Anime-Centric Merged Model</h2>📌 Model Type: Merged Checkpoint 🧠 Base Components Merge: V1 - V2, V4-V5<ul><li>Illustrious XL 2.0</li><li>WAI-NSFW-Illustrious-SDXL</li><li>Nova Furry XL</li><li>Absolute Territory</li></ul><h3 id="i-previously-mentioned-that-v4-final-would-be-the-last-update-but-after-receiving-multiple-requests-in-pm-i-decided-to-continue-development-and-release-this-version-both-v5-and-v4-will-be-up-for-generation-onsite."><span style="background-color:rgb(26, 27, 30);color:rgb(76, 110, 245);font-family:-apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, &quot;Segoe UI&quot;, Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif, &quot;Apple Color Emoji&quot;, &quot;Segoe UI Emoji&quot;;font-size:16px">I previously mentioned that V4 Final would be the last update<span style="background-color:rgb(26, 27, 30);color:rgb(76, 110, 245);font-family:-apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, &quot;Segoe UI&quot;, Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif, &quot;Apple Color Emoji&quot;, &quot;Segoe UI Emoji&quot;;font-size:16px">, but after receiving multiple requests in PM, I decided to continue development and release this version Both V5 and V4 will be up for generation onsite.</h3><h1 id="v5-update">V5 Update</h1><h3 id="this-version-act-as-stability-update-and-build-in-additional-characterstyle-up-to-early-march-2026">This Version act as stability update and build in Additional character/style up to Early March 2026</h3>🔧 Stability &amp; Performance Update<ul><li>This version focuses on overall stability improvements</li><li>Improved handling of recognized characters and style consistency</li><li>Smoother generation results compared to previous versions</li><li>Faster generation performance</li></ul>🧠 Model Composition<ul><li>Merge and base composition remain unchanged from V4 Final</li></ul><h2 id="new-project-announcement-azure-starfire">New Project Announcement Azure Starfire</h2>Hello everyone! Following the conclusion of the Azure &amp; Crimson mix series, I’m excited to announce the start of a brand new project: Azure Starfire.This new model line represents a fresh beginning built from the ground up with a clean dataset, improved balance, and updated methods based on everything learned from previous versions<h3 id="model-focus">🧬 Model Focus</h3>Azure &amp; Crimson is a merged model built on a strong foundation of anime style generation, with a particular emphasis on character centric composition and minimal background detail. It delivers vibrant colors, sharp features, and versatile rendering, making it ideal for a variety of themes.While the model excels in anime aesthetics, it is not recommended for <s>semi-realistic</s> or realistic styles.More Details in here : <a target="_blank" rel="ugc" href="https://civarchive.com/articles/16158/about-azure-and-crimson-checkpoint">https://civarchive.com/articles/16158/about-azure-and-crimson-checkpoint</a><h3 id="recommended-settings">⚙️ Recommended Settings</h3><ul><li>Steps: 25–40</li><li>CFG Scale: 4–8<ul><li>Note: Values above 9 may cause style melding or loss of detail, depending on prompt structure.</li></ul></li><li>Sampler: Euler a / DPM++ 2M Karras (or user preference)</li><li>Prompting:<ul><li>Works best with positive quality tags and clear structure.</li></ul></li><li>Hires Fix: ✅ Recommended</li><li>FaceDetailer (ComfyUI): Optional for close-up portraits</li></ul><h3 id="prompt-tags">🏷️ Prompt Tags</h3>✅ Positive Tags (Quality Boost): <code>masterpiece</code>, <code>amazing quality</code>, <code>best quality</code>, <code>ultra-detailed</code>, <code>8K</code>, <code>illustration</code>, <code>CG</code>, <code>ultra-detailed-eyes</code>, <code>detailed background</code>, <code>very awa</code>, <code>newest</code>, <code>highres</code>, <code>absurdres</code>🚫 Negative Tags (Suggested): <code>lowres</code>, <code>(worst quality:1.2)</code>, <code>(bad quality:1.2)</code>, <code>(low quality:1.2)</code>, <code>bad anatomy</code>, <code>old</code><h3 id="license">🔒 License</h3>This model is released under the Fair AI Public License 1.0-SD, allowing for ethical and fair use in accordance with AI content creation standards.

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Version 4A Fine Update ChangelogModel Overview<ul><li>V4A Fine is a fine-tuned version of the V4A test model, representing our first attempt at refining DreamBooth-based training.</li><li>While it’s not yet perfect, this version is being released for public testing and feedback.</li><li>🔍 Notes<ul><li>As this is an early fine-tuned build, further optimization will continue based on public feedback and testing results.</li></ul></li></ul>🎯 Improvements<ul><li>Prompt accuracy has been significantly improved, resulting in more reliable and consistent generations compared to V4A.</li><li>Enhanced overall stability and style stacking balance .</li></ul>

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