The post-apocalyptic genre has seen a surge in popularity recently, thanks to groundbreaking TV shows such as “The Last of Us” and “Fallout”. This resurgence has also influenced social media users who create images using artificial intelligence to depict their visions of a world decimated by disasters.
One such individual is Instagram user @midjourneyhero, who combines his passion for Marvel and DC Comics superheroes with the post-apocalyptic genre in his series titled “Raider superheroes after a nuclear catastrophe.” In this series, characters like The Punisher, Flash, and Thor adapt to a world that has been altered by disaster. Iron Man’s armor is particularly well-suited for a post-apocalyptic setting, drawing inspiration from the Brotherhood of Steel in the “Fallout” video game series.
These images were generated using Midjourney, an artificial intelligence program that can create images based on written descriptions. Characters like Captain America and Spider-Man received special attention from Midjourneyhero, each getting their own series of origin story images. For instance, a description for Captain America reads: “In the aftermath of a nuclear apocalypse, Captain America’s ideals endure in a society torn by chaos. Equipped in a patched-up version of his iconic suit and repurposed military gear, Captain America emerges as a symbol of hope in a shattered world.”
Some of these images were created collaboratively with @esheffects, an artist who explores the intersection of art and artificial intelligence through the use of AI and Photoshop. This partnership resulted in visually stunning and thought-provoking images that blend the worlds of superheroes and post-apocalyptic scenarios.
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