Released mellow_pencil-XL-v1.0.0-base_clear! The Latest Anime Model with Crisp, Clear, and Vibrant Output.
- mellow_pencil-XL-v1.0.0-base_clear released
- Round face from the blue_pencil-XL series and diverse compositions from Animagine-XL
- Detail from the Illustrious-XL series
Introduction
Hello everyone, I'm Easygoing.
Today I’m excited to announce the release of my customized version of the latest anime model — mellow_pencil-XL-v1.0.0-base_clear — featuring sharp, clean, and vivid rendering!
What is mellow_pencil-XL?
The mellow_pencil-XL series is the newest evolution of the pencil-XL line created by blue_pen5805.
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title pencil-XL series
dateFormat YYYY-MM-DD
tickInterval 6month
section blue_pencil-XL
blue_pencil-XL-v0.0.1 : done, 2023-01-30, 2025-11-29
blue_pencil-XL-v7.0.0 : done, 2024-06-23, 2025-11-29
section anima_pencil-XL
anima_pencil-XL-v1.0.0 : done, 2024-01-11, 2025-11-29
anima_pencil-XL-v5.0.0 : done, 2024-06-25, 2025-11-29
section pony_pencil-XL
pony_pencil-XL-v1.0.0 : done, 2024-05-02, 2025-11-29
pony_pencil-XL-v5.0.0 : done, 2024-06-30, 2025-11-29
section illustriious_pencil-XL
illustrious_pencil-XL-v1.0.1 : done, 2024-10-21, 2025-11-29
illustrious_pencil-XL-v5.0.0 : done, 2025-03-14, 2025-11-29
section noob_v_pencil-XL
noob_v_pencil-XL-0.65s : done, 2024-11-27, 2025-11-29
noob_v_pencil-XL-v3.0.0 : done, 2025-05-14, 2025-11-29
section 4nima_pencil-XL
4nima_pencil-XL-v1.0.0 : done, 2025-01-30, 2025-11-29
section true_pencil-XL
true_pencil-XL-v3.0.0 : done, 2025-07-01, 2025-11-29
section mellow_pencil-XL
mellow_pencil-XL-v1.0.0 : 2025-11-05, 2025-11-29
The pencil-XL series is an "all-in-one" anime model, created by merging a massive number of models. It incorporates virtually all major anime series models that have been released in the past. (The Noob-XL series, which prohibits commercial use due to licensing, is excluded.)
The mellow_pencil-XL model is the successor to true_pencil-XL, with over 10 additional models merged into it.
Three Types of mellow_pencil-XL-v.1.0.0
The mellow_pencil-XL-v.1.0.0 comes in the following three variations:
- mellow_pencil-XL-v1.0.0-base
- mellow_pencil-XL-v1.0.0-chaos
- mellow_pencil-XL-v1.0.0
mellow_pencil-XL-v1.0.0-base is the foundational merged model of the mellow_pencil-XL series.
The mellow_pencil-XL-v1.0.0-chaos model is based on the 'base' model but features adjusted output, generating distinctively stylized anime illustrations with strong deformation.
Finally, the mellow_pencil-XL-v1.0.0 model is the finalized version of mellow_pencil-XL, which builds on the 'chaos' model to enhance stability and usability.
Tuning the Base Model!
For this release, I performed adjustments based on the original 'base' model within the mellow_pencil-XL series.
The goal was to maintain the vibrant, pop-art expression of the mellow_pencil-XL series while aiming for an even clearer and more vivid representation.
Actual Illustrations!
Now, let's look at some actual illustrations.
The image on the left is the output from the newly adjusted model, mellow_pencil-XL-v1.0.0-base_clear, and the image on the right is the output from the original mellow_pencil-XL-v1.0.0-base model.
Wrapped in a Futon
Little Falcon Companion
Close-up Detail
Because the mellow_pencil-XL-v1.0.0-base model already incorporates the latest Illustrious-XL 2.0, it is inherently a model with accurate detail and minimal noise.
This new adjustment further reduces noise for a clearer look and ensures vivid color expression even when the CFG scale is set low.
Other Examples!
Here are some other generated images.
PC Live Stream
1girl, solo, long hair, looking at viewer, blush, shirt, black hair, long sleeves, black eyes, white shirt, closed mouth, upper body, ponytail, black background, sleeveless, microphone, laptop, headset, working,
dutch angle, dynamic angle, close up, mature, elegant, stylish, small breasts, happy, little smile, peaceful, burgundy, rouge, alizarin, royal purple, indigo, deep blue
Cocktail Shaker
1girl, solo, short hair, black hair, long sleeves, closed eyes, simple background, black background, white shirt, upper body, closed mouth, black apron, black eyes, drinking glass, bartender, cocktail glass, cocktail shaker,
dutch angle, dynamic angle, close up, mature, elegant, stylish, happy, little smile, peaceful, burgundy, rouge, alizarin, royal purple, indigo, deep blue
Coffee in the Snow
1girl, solo, long hair, breasts, looking at viewer, blue eyes, long sleeves, holding, closed mouth, sweater, blonde hair, upper body, outdoors, scarf, snow, tree, cup, holding cup, winter, snowing, snowy landscape,
dutch angle, dynamic angle, close up, mature, elegant, happy, peaceful, burgundy, rouge, alizarin, royal purple, indigo, deep blue
Casino Card Game
1girl, solo, looking at viewer, smile, open mouth, short hair, black hair, simple background, bow, closed eyes, suit, tuxedo, bow tie, suit jacket, black bowtie, suit coat, playing cards, casino, casino table,
dutch angle, dynamic angle, close up, mature, elegant, stylish, happy, little smile, peaceful, burgundy, rouge, alizarin, royal purple, indigo, deep blue
Purple-haired Girl on Sofa
Anime-style drawing of a cute young girl with long, wavy purple hair and pink highlights. She has large, expressive purple eyes and a gentle smile. She is wearing a white blouse with a purple ribbon tied around the neckline and a black apron. The background is a simple room with a red tufted sofa and a window letting in natural light. The girl is sitting on the sofa, looking directly at the viewer with a slight smile. The drawing is done in a soft, pastel color palette with a focus on the character's features and expression.,
dutch angle, dynamic angle, close up, mature, elegant, stylish, small breasts, happy, little smile, peaceful, burgundy, rouge, alizarin, royal purple, indigo, deep blue
Introducing SDXL_anime_clear_vae
I also created an anime-specific VAE (Variational Autoencoder) for SDXL to be used with the mellow_pencil-XL-v1.0.0-base_clear model.
Compared to the original SDXL_Base_0.9_vae, SDXL_anime_clear_vae has been adjusted to achieve deeper color expression, especially to render a vivid red.
This SDXL_anime_clear_vae can be used with models other than mellow_pencil-XL-v1.0.0-base_clear, so please try it out with your favorite anime model!
A Note on Licensing!
The mellow_pencil-XL-v1.0.0-base_clear model released here is subject to the restrictions of both of the following two licenses:
The key points of these two licenses are the requirement to publish the recipe when releasing a derivative model, and furthermore, that Onoma AI, the source of Illustrious-XL 2.0, retains the right to modify the derivative model and its outputs.
Regarding the SDXL Anime Model License
We have inquired with Onoma AI regarding the detailed license for derivative models of Illustrious-XL 2.0, but until a response is received, both of the above restrictions shall apply.
Conclusion: Try mellow_pencil-XL-v1.0.0-base_clear!
- mellow_pencil-XL-v1.0.0-base_clear released
- Round face from the blue_pencil-XL series and diverse compositions from Animagine-XL
- Detail from the Illustrious-XL series
Today, I introduced the mellow_pencil-XL-v1.0.0-base_clear model.
The mellow_pencil-XL-v1.0.0-base_clear is an ambitious model that inherits the round face of the pencil-XL series and the diverse compositions of the Animagine-XL series, while rendering illustrations with the detail of the latest Illustrious-XL model.
The latest anime model, Illustrious-XL 2.0, boasts extremely high resolution and quality. When combined with the pencil-XL series, it creates a very user-friendly model. I encourage everyone to give it a try!
Thank you for reading all the way through!