Close-up of a cute baby toy wearing a detailed pink robotic suit with analog vintage film grain effect and blue and pink tones.
A vibrant Coqui frog dressed in a superhero Batman uniform with a cape, sitting amid colorful flowers with a cosmic starry background in an art style inspired by Noriyoshi Ohrai, Moebius, and J.C. Leyendecker.
Caricature of an old Arabian trader in Disney Aladdin style holding a slice of watermelon in a vibrant ancient eastern market.

Recommended Parameters

samplers

Euler A, DPM++ 2M Karras, DPM++ SDE Karras, DPM++ 2M SDE Karras, Euler a

steps

27 - 55

cfg

6 - 7

clip skip

2

resolution

1216x832, 512x768, 512x904

vae

sdxl_vae, sdxl-vae-fp16-fix

Recommended Hires (High-Resolution) Parameters

upscaler

R-ESRGAN 4x+, 4k-UltraSharp, 4x-UltraSharp

upscale

1.5 - 2

steps

10 - 20

denoising strength

0.35 - 0.45

Tips

Use command line args: --medvram --no-half-vae --opt-sdp-attention to help avoid crashes on web-UI.

Starting point for sampling steps is 30, but going up to 55 or even 60 is common.

The model is still developing; updates will continue to improve image quality.

Version Highlights

This one was interesting to work on. My computer did not want to work with me lol; but finally started working. So, for this version I am just trying to improve the overall look and response. SDXL is rather cool in that it does better with it range based on the prompt...but I still like the creative look SD 1.5 does initially (well at least with my other RealCartoon checkpoints that is, lol). ANYWAY, this version responds well and does well with details....and if you prompt for more of a realistic look it does well. Anyway, I hope you all enjoy!! Last update for the year :P ....my be busy with new child at this point...so may not get to update for a minute.

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FYI VAE IS BAKED IN

Version 3 has https://huggingface.co/madebyollin/sdxl-vae-fp16-fix baked in.

RealCartoon-XL is an attempt to get some nice images from the newer SDXL. It still is a bit soft on some of the images, but I enjoy mixing and trying to get the checkpoint to do well on anything asked of it. This model level is definitely pushing my computer, so takes a bit longer to actually get it things tested and mixed :)

The mission is the same of the SD1.5 versions. Which is to get a checkpoint to pretty much do well on prompts while looking good with good variety

I hope you all enjoy it! Please review and share your images. I very much appreciate the support with the downloads and feedback (THANK YOU ALL). Never thought it would get this much attention.

The Process:


The starting checkpoints for merging were a couple of top ones of course (The checkpoints do/did not have restrictions on checkpoint mergers. Some of these are in my recommended resources as well). I also baked in the VAE (sdxl_vae.safetensors).

Currently this checkpoint is at its beginnings, so it may take a bit of time before it starts to really shine. I will continue to update it as time progresses...but I do hope you all enjoy it as it develops.

The Settings:

Still figuring out SDXL, but here is what I have been using:

  • Width: 1216 (normally would not adjust unless I flipped the height and width)

  • Height: 832

  • Sampling Method: "Eular A" and "DPM++ 2M Karras" are favorites.

  • Sampling steps: 30 - 55 normally (30 being my starting point, but going up to 55 and even 60 a lot of the time)

  • Hires.fix settings: Upscaler (R-ESRGAN 4x+, 4k-UltraSharp most of the time), Hires Steps (10), Denoising Str (0.34 - 0.45 normally), Upscale (1.5 or 2 does well)

  • Clip Skip: 2

Some settings I run on the web-Ui to help get the images without crashing:

set COMMANDLINE_ARGS=--medvram --no-half-vae --opt-sdp-attention

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License & Use

This model is open access and available to all, with a CreativeML OpenRAIL-M license further specifying rights and usage.

  • 1. You can't use the model to deliberately produce nor share illegal or harmful outputs or content.

  • 2. The authors claims no rights on the outputs you generate, you are free to use them and are accountable for their use which must not go against the provisions set in the license.

  • 3. You may re-distribute the weights. If you do, please be aware you have to include the same use restrictions as the ones in the license and share a copy of the modified CreativeML OpenRAIL-M to all your users (please read the license entirely and carefully).

    Please read the full license here Stable Diffusion

Use Restrictions:

You agree not to use the Model or Derivatives of the Model:

- In any way that violates any applicable national, federal, state, local or international law or regulation

- For the purpose of exploiting, harming or attempting to exploit or harm minors in any way

- To generate or disseminate verifiably false information and/or content with the purpose of harming others

- To generate or disseminate personal identifiable information that can be used to harm an individual

- To defame, disparage or otherwise harass others

- For fully automated decision making that adversely impacts an individual’s legal rights or otherwise creates or modifies a binding, enforceable obligation

- For any use intended to or which has the effect of discriminating against or harming individuals or groups based on online or offline social behavior or known or predicted personal or personality characteristics

- To exploit any of the vulnerabilities of a specific group of persons based on their age, social, physical or mental characteristics, in order to materially distort the behavior of a person pertaining to that group in a manner that causes or is likely to cause that person or another person physical or psychological harm

- For any use intended to or which has the effect of discriminating against individuals or groups based on legally protected characteristics or categories

- To provide medical advice and medical results interpretation

- To generate or disseminate information for the purpose to be used for administration of justice, law enforcement, immigration or asylum processes, such as predicting an individual will commit fraud/crime commitment (e.g. by text profiling, drawing causal relationships between assertions made in documents, indiscriminate and arbitrarily-targeted use).

Terms of use:

- You are solely responsible for any legal liability resulting from unethical use of this model(s)

- If you use any of these models for merging, please state what steps you took to do so and clearly indicate where modifications have been made.

Note:

If you see any conflicts or corrections to be made, please let me know.


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Model Details

Model type

Checkpoint

Base model

SDXL 1.0

Model version

V6

Model hash

8824abc1db

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Images by RealCartoon-XL - V6

Close-up of a cute baby toy wearing a detailed pink robotic suit with analog vintage film grain effect and blue and pink tones.
A vibrant Coqui frog dressed in a superhero Batman uniform with a cape, sitting amid colorful flowers with a cosmic starry background in an art style inspired by Noriyoshi Ohrai, Moebius, and J.C. Leyendecker.
Caricature of an old Arabian trader in Disney Aladdin style holding a slice of watermelon in a vibrant ancient eastern market.

base model Images

Photorealistic scene of undead characters including zombies and skeletons walking through a spooky cemetery illuminated by glowing jack-o'-lanterns under a dark, ominous sky.

cartoon Images

Portrait of a blue-skinned alien woman wearing a red suit with golden collar and red tiara, illustrated in a cartoon style with soothing low saturation tones.
Two panel comic titled Civitai's Rating System featuring a cute penguin using a laptop happily and a worried blue robot labeled Civita looking at a computer screen.
Two smiling blonde women with braided hair wearing traditional Oktoberfest corsets and skirts, each holding a large beer mug at a lively festival.
Silhouette of an angry cartoon girl with pigtails holding a dripping knife on a solid red background.
Four cartoon frogs sitting on a wooden plank over water, fishing under a bright full moon surrounded by tall reeds at night.
A cartoon-style pot creature with a handsome human-like face, orange eyes, and cracked skin standing in a lava-filled rocky landscape at sunset.
Anime girl with black braided hair standing outdoors in New York Times Square at sunset, wearing an orange top and denim jeans, blushing with a smile.
Ink sketch style whimsical cartoonish rabbit character dressed as an archer in a hooded cloak and warrior outfit, holding a bow with arrows on the back.

fantasy Images

Detailed anime-style female portrait wearing a floral kimono, with black hair adorned by a pink flower, set against a lush green nature background with pink flowers and soft volumetric lighting.
A detailed fantasy portrait of a sad princess wearing a golden crown adorned with iridescent gems and glittering jewelry, with flowing blonde hair illuminated by soft, realistic light.
A witch with black hair and purple eyes wearing a large hat and dark robes holds a large bubbling cauldron under a night sky in a forest setting.
Anime-style illustration of a girl named Ayame wearing a red floral kimono with off-shoulder detail and obi sash, showing her back under nighttime sky. She has long white hair in a side ponytail decorated with red flower accessories, and two oni horns on her head. She is looking back with a smile amidst glowing spirits floating in a traditional Japanese street illuminated by warm lantern light.
A hyper realistic scene depicting a knight in full armor fighting a giant mythical kraken octopus amidst splashing water with ancient stone arches in the background.
Black silhouette figure with wide flowing vortex-like hair in dripping ink style, featuring spiraled eyes and abstract splatters on white background.
A towering black citadel with intricate geometrical architecture rising above a misty landscape with scattered steampunk-style windmills on a white background.
Close-up of a dark-skinned female warrior with short hair wearing silver armor and a red cape, standing in a forest at sunrise.
A white-haired girl in a black bodysuit floats underwater in a surreal blue-lit sphere, surrounded by bubbles and ethereal light effects.
A smiling princess with long pink hair, green eyes, freckles, and a flower tattoo on her arm, wearing an intricate white dress, stands outdoors with a castle and blue sky in the background.

scifi Images

Highly detailed futuristic robot head with single central eye, rendered in ultraHD 8K quality with depth of field effect on a dark background.
A biomorphic dystopian creature with an organic, flowing black texture featuring red glowing holes, set against a vibrant abstract background of large circles and blocks of red, orange, yellow, and dark shades in the style of Mark Rothko.
A hooded assassin in a dynamic squatting action pose wearing flowing garments with a scarf, illuminated by vibrant neon blue and purple lights in a dark cave setting.
A steampunk-inspired robot girl with a glossy porcelain body adorned with intricate gold and metal details, glowing eyes, and an unusual wide robotic head, set in a vintage, ornate industrial interior.
A futuristic female android with short green hair and mechanical cat ears stands confidently in a neon-lit corridor, wearing a glossy bodysuit and high heels.
Portrait of a wise old man with white hair and icy armor looking thoughtfully at a floating futuristic city with tall towers and glowing blue lights under a cloudy sky.
A transparent, iridescent sphere lying on a wet, textured surface, illuminated by dramatic cinematic lighting, with numerous bubbles inside and scattered around.
A futuristic sci-fi skyscraper built into a cliff with winding balconies overlooking a river valley in golden hour light and foggy background.
A tall alien monolith made of obsidian with purple glowing mushrooms and fungus, set against a foggy grey sky and black shore with white foamy water.
A young cyborg girl with long brown hair adorned with butterfly filigree, wearing highly detailed, ornate gold armor featuring robotic joints, standing near a window.

woman Images

A woman holding a lit candle with a pitch black dark background illuminating half of her face with warm candlelight.
Portrait of a woman with platinum blonde hair and purple eyes, wearing a black off-shoulder crop top, standing against a yellowish-brown textured wall, showing a tattoo on her upper arm and a toned physique.
3D rendered muscular woman with freckles and black hair in a shiny plugsuit, posing against a simple red background with cinematic lighting and atompunk style.
Close-up portrait of a woman with green eyes lying on a bed, illuminated by warm golden hour sunlight indoors.
Close-up portrait of a woman with medium messy hair and warm light on her lips, framed by a vintage window with a partial shadow and Eiffel Tower reflection.
Anime-style woman with green snake hair sitting on blue office chair at her desk, wearing business attire and black high heels.
A woman resembling Medusa with green snakes as hair, wearing glasses and a red dress, waving at the viewer with large green eyes.
Black and white fashion portrait of an elegant woman sitting on the edge of a boat, styled in a Peter Lindbergh inspired moody aesthetic.
A realistic and surreal depiction of a woman in a black outfit illuminated by a vibrant red glow, standing in dramatic lighting.
Elegant elf woman with flowing red-orange hair, black and gold intricate outfit, standing in a dystopian fantasy metropolis