Absinthe - Porcelain Semi-Realism (Anima Mix)

Name: Absynthe
Author: Sam-C.

🍸 About This Model

Just like its namesake, Absinthe is designed to be smooth, intoxicating, and a deliberate departure from the harsh realities of sharp, drafted linework. Tuned specifically to generate soft-skinned, 2.5D semi-realism, this model produces a delicate, edgeless finish with a distinctly ethereal vibe.

Stepping away from heavy comic inking into the realm of soft, painted gradients is a massive technical shift. It requires rewiring how you perceive boundaries—much like mastering the seamless, smooth blends of oils on a canvas. Pushing through that stylistic bias is difficult, but it yields a visual "louche" effect here: the same way absinthe turns beautifully cloudy and seamless when mixed, this model diffuses harsh lines into perfect, porcelain gradients.

The Visual Notes

The Wormwood Mystique (Porcelain Textures): Prioritizes smooth, flawless skin gradients that feel soft and organic. It balances delicate skin textures without crossing into that artificial, glossy plastic territory.
Aromatic & Grounded (Neutral Faces): Steps away from the heavily exaggerated proportions of standard anime and typical Asian-leaning features common in Anima bases. Faces lean more western, offering a grounded, neutral structure beneath the surreal softness.
The Louche Effect (Edgeless Blending): Actively suppresses harsh comic-style lines and sharp contrast borders, maintaining a dreamy, semi-realistic atmosphere.

⚙️ Recommended Settings

Base: Anima (Circle Stone Labs)
Sampler: Euler a SDE
Scheduler: sgm_uniform
Steps: 25 - 35
CFG Scale: 4.0 - 6.0
The example images where generated using Anima LLM LayerWise (FP32) Clip
https://civitai.red/models/2673444/anima-uncensored-llmclip-new-int8