Midjourney New “Weird” Command Takes Your Creativity to the Next Level
Let your imagination run wild!
Midjourney is undergoing rapid updates. They just introduced an experimental — weird command that adds a unique and edgy aesthetic to images. The strength varies based on the prompt.
Besides, Midjourney also introduced a turbo mode that accelerates image processing by 4x and a “MEGA” membership plan, which includes 60 fast hours and costs $120.month. This plan offers a cost-effective option for users requiring additional fast hours.
Let’s see how weird can we get today!
If you are new to Midjourney, check out this beginner’s guide to start
Weird
This parameter enhances image weirdness/edginess with adjustable strength from --weird 0 to --weird 1000 (or even 3000 if you wish). Its effect varies based on the prompt, so start with smaller values like 250.
Just add “--w” at the end of your prompt
Let’s try a simple one
Prompt: Snail in a cyberpunk style — weird 250
Prompt: Spider Zoomorphism, cyberpunk theme, cinematic lighting, vivid concept art — weird 250
Let’s go for 1000
Prompt: Pikachu — weird 1000
Weird 3000
Prompt: Pikachu with three heads — weird 3000
Now, let’s see a comparison side by side
Prompt: Crocodile reading a newspaper on a beach, surreal fantasy
Prompt: A glass of vintage cocktail, by Remedios varo, ancient-feeling” artwork that will transport viewers to a different time and place
Trick: Weird and Pretty
For a weird yet aesthetically pleasing result, combine it with “ — stylize” using equal values.
A Gorgeous Princess — Niji Style
Prompt: A gorgeous princess dressed in attire and adorned with golden linen and red pearl, pouncing to the viewer, in front of a Japanese temple — ar 1:1 — weird 250 — s 250 — niji 5
This is a bit creepy and beautiful.
Combining weird with the new zoom-out features is fascinating!
Glowing Jellyfish
Prompt: A glowing jellyfish, underwater portrait — weird 250 — s 250
Be Imaginative
You should also be imaginative with your prompt. The intensity of this effect varies depending on the chosen prompt.
Oranges
Prompt: A room filled with oranges with eyes and mouth — weird 200
These images are excellent inspirations for creative exhibitions and unordinary posters like futuristic or surreal landscapes.
I found myself writing more weird prompts with this command.
Weird Forest
A forest with trees and flowers growing with eyes and mouths — weird 200
Weird People
Prompt: The world is filled with weird people — weird 300
Final Thoughts
At times, it can result in mere strangeness and artificiality without capturing the artistic essence. It is recommended to use a range between 200 to 500. Incorporating terms like “weird core” and “surrealism” can also provide unexpected surprises.
To get the optimal result from the weird command, it’s better to keep the prompt short and let Midjourney to work its creative magic.
Currently, it is still at an experimental stage at the present, so let’s anticipate further enhancements.
If you are not sure what prompts to try, check out these articles for ideas. Have a fun time creating!
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