KakerMix posted:

Closest thing I know for that would be a lora trained on a bunch of different angles of your ship. People do that for cars or boats or whatever other objects. Roop is specifically a face-driven tech.

Hadlock posted:

Is there a guide for this somewhere? Specific to cars

hydroceramics posted:

1970s prog rock sci fi paperback cover:

Maximilian R. Thorne, professor of science fiction literature at the University of New Chicago posted:

"DALA" paints a vivid portrait of a futuristic officer of the The Interstellar Defense Coalition (IDC) forced to confront his own humanity, but the heavy-handed moralizing ultimately detracts from what could have been a thought-provoking work of military science fiction. While the premise promises an insightful exploration into the ethics of warfare, the author's simplistic dichotomies between good and evil fail to do justice to the complex realities of war.

Maximilian R. Thorne, professor of science fiction literature at the University of New Chicago posted:

While "DALA" stumbled under the weight of its own moralizing, the sequel "DALI DAJI" finds author Vance Collins returning with a more nuanced take on the ethical complexities of warfare. Set years after the events of the first book, Collins deftly explores how the consequences of Daji's fateful decisions continue to ripple through the lives of those left behind. By eschewing simplistic judgments, this meditation on trauma and redemption adds poignant depth to the characters. Collins has matured into a subtler storyteller, proving he can find humanity amidst the fallout.

Maximilian R. Thorne, professor of science fiction literature at the University of New Chicago posted:

With "DAJD," the third entry in Vance Collins' brilliant sci-fi saga, he has crafted nothing short of a masterpiece. Blending taut action sequences with psychological depth, Collins reaches thrilling new heights. Protagonist Daji, now a grizzled veteran, leads a heart-pounding infiltration into the rotten core of the Interstellar Defense Coalition. Every set piece is more riveting than the last, combining white-knuckle suspense with profound insight into the corruption of power. By the exhilarating conclusion, Collins has exceeded all expectations, cementing this series as a pinnacle of military science fiction. This is not just my favorite sci-fi novel, but perhaps my favorite novel ever.

Dr. Miriam Greene, professor of young adult literature at Wellington University posted:

"KHL" is a charming coming-of-age tale wrapped in a creative sci-fi premise, as a young girl discovers her extraterrestrial origins and grapples with her identity in this poignant page-turner. While the story occasionally veers into cliché, debut author Jenna Park has crafted an overall endearing journey of self-discovery that both YA and sci-fi fans will enjoy.

Roger Atkinson, book critic for The Daily Gazette posted:

"Stal Sil." remarkably transforms a gimmicky premise into a profound exploration of artificial sentience. Author Petra Collins deftly avoids the obvious tropes, instead using the unique perspective of an artificial intelligence trapped in a sports car to examine weighty themes of purpose and free will. A thrillingly unpredictable tale that challenges our preconceived notions of humanity.

Jacqueline Davis, sci-fi columnist for The Daily Standard posted:

"Sunta Aima" delivers a gritty espionage tale set against the chilling backdrop of Cold War scientific experimentation. While the premise of genetically engineered super soldiers is well-trodden territory, debut author Vance Collins executes it with skill, weaving geopolitical intrigue with pulpy action. However, flat characters and predictable plot points prevent the story from reaching its full potential. Still, genre fans will find an enjoyable, if not particularly memorable, page-turner.

Alicia Moss, book reviewer for The Mars Gazette posted:

In his latest offering "DACT", Collins departs from the military sci-fi trappings of his smash hit "Daji" series, instead delivering an emotionally resonant survival tale. Stranded together on an isolated planet, a devoted father imparts hard-won wisdom to his daughter, preparing her for a harsh world even as he secretly succumbs to illness. Collins' talent for vivid world-building and complex characters shines through this simple yet impactful story about parental love and letting go. While longtime fans may be surprised by the change of pace, Collins proves he can deliver a poignant gut-punch of a novel when you least expect it.

Cassandra Dunn, children's book reviewer for Luna Lit Magazine posted:

"Smal" is an absolutely delightful romp, following the intergalactic adventures of a quick-witted hamster determined to find the best space snacks. Author Poppy Fields crafts a fun, breezy story that will capture the imagination of young readers, enhanced by Tracy Chin's gorgeous, vivid illustrations. While the plot may be simple, that's exactly what makes this book perfect for sharing quality time and giggles with your little ones. Fields has created a new children's classic featuring a cuddly protagonist who kids will adore.

Logan Pierce, sci-fi columnist for The Daily Reader posted:

"Crotco" sets out an intriguing premise about an AI-powered cybernetic dog, but completely squanders its potential with lackluster execution on every front. The technological specs read more like an engineering textbook than a novel, bogging down any semblance of a plot. Character development is non-existent, with the robotic canine protagonist possessing less personality than my real-life autovac. Even the action sequences fail to excite, thanks to impenetrable technobabble that leeches all thrills. Devoid of any redeeming qualities that make fiction enjoyable, this monotonous slog feels more like homework than reading for pleasure. Do yourself a favor and skip this cybernetic dud.

Roman posted:

I threw a trailer together for my sci-fi thing. I could have re-ran some takes to be less glitchy but I need to save credits for something else.
https://twitter.com/AnomalyZSeries/status/1682917197323149312

Roman posted:

I've made it, lads

Sedgr posted:

Bot! No, that's neat actually. Your stuff is interesting, and it's good that it's getting noticed!

RIP Syndrome posted:

Gave me a good irl chuckle at the whole title arc and critic comments. How'd you get a plausible gun?

Megazver posted:

There's a new faceswapping tech called Insightface that's pretty good; I think it's better than the other tech available at the moment.

https://twitter.com/InsightFace_ai/status/1663520972102856704

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DmsnHmNU-gc

Right now you can use it as a Discord bot, like MJ. This is the official invite link for the Discord bot, I believe:

https://discord.com/api/oauth2/authorize?client_id=1090660574196674713&permissions=274877945856&scope=bot

Paulson Coils, book reviewer for the Lunar Times posted:

Vance Collins returns to his acclaimed "Daji" universe with an engrossing follow-up to "DACT" titled "Soid." Picking up after the father's death, his resourceful daughter is now a fierce young woman thriving alone on an isolated planet. Collins excels at depicting her inventive survival tactics and inner strength born out of trauma. Just as her isolated life has settled into a rugged routine, everything changes with the arrival of an enigmatic ship. Collins ramps up the tension expertly, leading to an ambiguous, cliffhanger ending that leaves the heroine's fate thrillingly uncertain. By focusing on character depth over action, Collins has crafted another winner that fans will eagerly await the next installment of.

KakerMix posted:

The important part is it's open source
https://github.com/deepinsight/insightface

TIP posted:

the code is open source and free to use without limitation, the model is only available for non commercial research purposes

honestly though I'm not seeing anything there that looks significantly different than what I've seen out of roop

KakerMix posted:

Just luck and the Vary (Subtle) command and a few iterations, the dad there still has one too many fingers.
The important part is it's open source
https://github.com/deepinsight/insightface
AND works with MidJourney:
https://github.com/deepinsight/insightface/tree/master/web-demos/swapping_discord
Sounds like what you've wanted specifically for a while, Roman.

Hadlock posted:

Is there a guide for this somewhere? Specific to cars

Roman posted:

Thanks! I figured it would take a good video to get some traction. Kewl pictures and a Tumblr blog wasn't gonna get that job done in 2023.

The response has been good enough to get me more motivated to keep working on stuff every day. Especially writing.

Roman posted:

Thanks! I figured it would take a good video to get some traction.

KakerMix posted:

feedmyleg posted:

I see you discovered "in the style of Syd Mead." v3 was really good at capturing his style, but v4 lost it. Glad to see it's back!

That robo-owl is great.

Soulhunter posted:

How many attempts are you making to get good shots out of Gen2? Are you doing any additional prompting on top of the image?
I'm finding that around half of what I toss in is unusable or bizarre in effect. It's a complete crapshoot as to whether an image generates a convincing / cool clip or something completely janky.
The worst feeling is when the clip is almost cool, then it does some weird poo poo like a sudden warp or adding a minor element that's not wanted (headless mask below, suddenly it has a neck).
I subbed for a month to Gen2, but with the limited credit system they have in place it feels terrible to use, given the high rate of 'failed' img2vid prompts. Something like Midjourney's unlimited 'slow mode' generations is a better implementation that doesn't feel as punishing when a generation is garbage.

hydroceramics posted:

Afro-futuristic queen of the future on the throne of her summer palace:

Humbug Scoolbus posted:

I want to read the book she's the hero of.

Mercury_Storm posted:

baby seal disguised as a loaf of bread eating bloody human corpses in the quaint and unassuming white picket fence neighborhood:

Roman posted:

Thanks! I figured it would take a good video to get some traction. Kewl pictures and a Tumblr blog wasn't gonna get that job done in 2023.

The response has been good enough to get me more motivated to keep working on stuff every day. Especially writing.

Doctor Zero posted:

I’d like to hear more about how you use the motion AI. My attempts still don’t look as nice as those.

Roman posted:

I'm still not 100% sure if this project is ever going to cross the line from pointless elaborate joke to existing franchise, but we'll see where it goes.

KwegiboHB posted:

You're doing good work, keep it up.

Rahu posted:

[*] Support for the DPM++ family of solvers