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Prompt by ElectricL

shadowy darkness prompts

hundreds of results

9 months ago

cinematic photograph, medium-format film aesthetic (1.6), high-end film photography (1.8), low-key photography (2.0), raw and unfiltered (1.9), visible grain (1.7), natural imperfections, detailed skin texture, subtle blemishes, realistic skin pores with a natural matte finish (2.0), dramatic highlights and shadows (2.0), fine art photography (1.8), inspired by Helmut Newton (1.9), petite French woman, 151 cm tall (1.9), slender hourglass figure (1.8), long dark messy hair flowing naturally to the small of her back (1.8), seated gracefully on a full-scale dark brown leather Chesterfield sofa, its iconic tufted leather design accentuated by the warm, golden light of a directional antique floor lamp (1.9), minimalist wall behind the sofa with neutral desaturated tones, avoiding yellow hues (1.7), large abstract art mounted above the sofa, subtle and proportional (1.7), illuminated by a single directional light source, the antique floor lamp positioned to the right of the subject (2.0), soft warm golden light casting volumetric beams through the textured air (1.9), dramatic sculptural shadows falling across her figure, the leather sofa, and the rustic hardwood floor (2.0), moody and intimate ambiance with shadowy corners fading into darkness (2.0), black sheer stockings, semi-transparent, clinging lightly to her thighs and calves, accentuating her figure (1.8), natural pubic hair explicitly visible, full and thick, 1980s-style, fully covering her genital area (2.0), pubic hair blending naturally with the lighting, realistic texture and density (2.0), confident yet relaxed seated posture with back straight and hands lightly resting on the sofa’s edge (1.8), cinematic sculptural light interplay between her skin, the sofa leather, and the hardwood floor textures (2.0), timeless fine art aesthetic (2.0), cinematic elegance with warm directional lighting (2.0), moody and intimate atmosphere (2.0).

ElectricL
17 2.2k

9 months ago

cinematic photograph, medium-format film aesthetic (1.6), high-end film photography (1.8), low-key photography (2.0), raw and unfiltered (1.9), visible grain (1.7), natural imperfections, detailed skin texture, subtle blemishes, realistic skin pores with a natural matte finish (2.0), dramatic highlights and shadows (2.0), fine art photography (1.8), inspired by Helmut Newton (1.9), petite French woman, 151 cm tall (1.9), slender hourglass figure (1.8), long dark messy hair flowing naturally to the small of her back (1.8), seated gracefully on a full-scale dark brown leather Chesterfield sofa, its iconic tufted leather design accentuated by the warm, golden light of a directional antique floor lamp (1.9), minimalist wall behind the sofa with neutral desaturated tones, avoiding yellow hues (1.7), large abstract art mounted above the sofa, subtle and proportional (1.7), illuminated by a single directional light source, the antique floor lamp positioned to the right of the subject (2.0), soft warm golden light casting volumetric beams through the textured air (1.9), dramatic sculptural shadows falling across her figure, the leather sofa, and the rustic hardwood floor (2.0), moody and intimate ambiance with shadowy corners fading into darkness (2.0), black sheer stockings, semi-transparent, clinging lightly to her thighs and calves, accentuating her figure (1.8), natural pubic hair explicitly visible, full and thick, 1980s-style, fully covering her genital area (2.0), pubic hair blending naturally with the lighting, realistic texture and density (2.0), confident yet relaxed seated posture with back straight and hands lightly resting on the sofa’s edge (1.8), cinematic sculptural light interplay between her skin, the sofa leather, and the hardwood floor textures (2.0), timeless fine art aesthetic (2.0), cinematic elegance with warm directional lighting (2.0), moody and intimate atmosphere (2.0).

ElectricL
16 820

8 months ago

A lone diver hovers in the crushing depths of the deep ocean abyss, surrounded by an infinite void where no light from above can penetrate. The environment is a suffocating expanse of blackness, silent and immense. The diver’s powerful headlamp is the only source of light, cutting through the darkness in a sharp, focused beam. The beam falls directly on the shadowy silhouette of a colossal sea monster, looming in the void just beyond the diver’s reach. The light reveals fragments of its immense body: a glowing, unblinking eye (1.3), jagged fins, and sections of armored scales that reflect the light faintly. The monster’s vast size is implied by its curved outline, which stretches into the darkness beyond the illuminated area. The diver’s headlamp catches part of the monster’s face, revealing rough, textured scales and the faint gleam of its eye. The rest of the creature remains hidden, its sheer scale hinted at by subtle shadows and faint contours. The diver is motionless, dwarfed by the massive form before them. Beneath the monster’s looming shadow, the wreck of a sunken ship lies broken and rusted, tangled in cables and encrusted with marine life. Fine sediment particles drift lazily in the headlamp beam, glowing softly and creating smooth, seamless transitions between light and shadow. Flickering bioluminescent marine life—electric blue, neon green, and violet—dart briefly through the scene, adding a touch of eerie vibrancy to the alien setting. The deep ocean is an infinite void, devoid of surface light or ambient glow. Only the diver’s headlamp illuminates the scene, carving out a narrow sanctuary in the crushing darkness. The composition is cinematic and tense, with the monster’s fragmented presence creating an atmosphere of awe and dread, balanced against the haunting stillness of the wrecked ship

ElectricL
16 480

9 months ago

An ultra-realistic, full-body portrait of a mesmerizing demon knight woman, her pose both powerful and menacing, radiating dark energy and imposing authority with a shadowy and striking palette. She stands resolutely, her form exuding strength and infernal power. She wears a massive, black plate armor crafted from hellforged steel and adorned with crimson and obsidian details, in a mix of deep black, crimson red, and shadowy gray, with subtle spiked edges and demonic symbols, creating a terrifying and imposing contrast. The armor features intricate demonic engravings, reinforced plating with jagged edges, and energy conduits that seem to channel hellfire, designed for both protection and destructive power. Her photorealistic face exudes cold intensity and demonic allure, with sharp features and piercing, crimson eyes that glow with inner infernal light. Her long, black hair is styled in a chaotic, voluminous mane adorned with demonic horns, metal rings, and sharp spikes that seem to crackle with dark energy. Ethereal, flame-like tattoos in glowing red and black patterns swirl along her arms and face, adding a demonic charm. She wields a great axe, its blade radiating hellfire and a shield adorned with a demonic sigil and sharp spikes, both exuding a terrifying and infernal glow. The background is a vivid combination of a hellish landscape filled with lava and decaying ruins and swirling, abstract energy currents in hues of crimson red, black, shadowy gray, and volcanic orange, emphasizing her dynamic demonic presence. Dramatic cinematic lighting creates stark shadows and fiery highlights, accentuating the strong and menacing lines of her pose. The image combines advanced digital artistry techniques, including V-Ray tracing and Unreal Engine 5 rendering, with mixed-media digital painting. Every element is brought to life in UHD resolution, showcasing her as a powerful yet elegant demon knight, blending the aesthetics of gothic horror, dark fantasy, and futuristic realism in one extraordinary full-body composition.

Sombrero
11 330

8 months ago

A colossal, ancient tower rises endlessly into the storm-wracked sky, its blackened stone walls jagged and monolithic, as if carved by forgotten gods. The tower stretches upward with impossible scale, piercing through the heavens themselves, its summit vanishing into churning, thunderous clouds. Around the tower’s foundation, the earth trembles and fractures—fiery veins of molten orange light seep through the cracks like wounds in the very fabric of the world, casting a sinister, flickering glow against the weathered stone. At the base of the tower lies the remnants of a once-mighty wall, a colossal gate now reduced to crumbling ruin. Though shattered and decayed, the gate still exudes power, its shattered arches adorned with intricate carvings of twisted demons and forgotten gods, their faces frozen in expressions of torment and rage. Jagged, black iron spikes jut from the stone, some broken, others slick with the glow of embers drifting through the thick, sulfurous air. The gate yawns open like a maw, and the darkness beyond seems to pulse and breathe—an ominous passage leading into the depths of hell itself. The landscape surrounding the tower is a barren, scorched wasteland. Twisted rock formations claw upward like skeletal fingers, shrouded in drifting mists that glow faintly with the light of unseen fires. Patches of smoke rise lazily from fissures in the earth, and small, flickering flames dance atop scattered braziers—unearthly fires that refuse to die. The wind howls through the desolation, carrying with it whispers and distant screams, as though the very land resents the presence of intruders. Above, the sky churns violently. Dark clouds swirl in a massive vortex centered around the tower, lit from within by bursts of electric blue and crimson lightning that tear through the heavens, illuminating the tower’s grotesque carvings and dark reliefs. Shadows dance and warp across its surface, giving the impression that the stone itself is alive, writhing with an ancient, malevolent energy. The atmosphere crackles with power, as if the boundary between worlds grows thin in this accursed place. In the distance, at the edge of the ruined path leading to the gate, a lone figure stands, cloaked in black and dwarfed by the tower’s immeasurable size. The figure’s silhouette is sharp against the fiery glow emanating from the cracked earth, their head tilted upward as they stare at the monstrous tower with a mixture of awe and dread. A faint wind pulls at their cloak, adding a sense of motion to the scene, as though the very world pushes them toward their inevitable fate. The color palette is dramatic and vivid: deep, shadowy blacks and cold grays dominate the stone, contrasted by fiery oranges and molten reds that pulse like a heartbeat through the earth. The sky above glows with dark blues and sickly purples, pierced by streaks of violent, crackling lightning. Reflective pools of molten light shimmer against the tower’s base, while faint embers drift through the air like dying stars, caught in the gravity of this immense, profane structure. Every detail—every crack, carving, and glowing fissure—breathes with life and dread, as though the tower itself is aware of those who dare gaze upon it.

ElectricL
9 190

8 months ago

Ultra-photorealistic cinematic film still of Alicia Vikander reimagined as the Grim Reaper, blending her natural beauty with an aura of haunting power and timeless authority. Her face is ethereal and striking, her sharp cheekbones and soft jawline accentuated by the cold, spectral glow of the surrounding light. Her skin is an ashen, porcelain hue, smooth yet unnervingly flawless, with faint, silvery veins visible just beneath the surface. Her deep brown eyes glow faintly with an otherworldly silver light, exuding both wisdom and an unrelenting inevitability. Her lips, slightly parted, are a dark, muted plum, adding to her haunting yet elegant appearance. Her hair is raven black, cascading in long, flowing waves that shimmer faintly as if touched by a supernatural breeze. Wisps of silvery mist weave through the strands, catching the dim light and creating an almost halo-like effect. Around her head hovers a faint, incorporeal crown of glowing runes, shifting and flickering like dying embers, signifying her dominion over life and death. She is dressed in an avant-garde interpretation of the Reaper’s cloak: a sleek, black, floor-length robe with intricate textures resembling flowing smoke and shadows. The fabric seems almost alive, shifting subtly as though it’s a part of the darkness itself. The edges of the cloak are frayed and dissolve into ethereal mist, giving her an otherworldly, intangible quality. Beneath the robe, glimpses of silvery armor etched with ancient, cryptic symbols are visible, hinting at her role as a celestial enforcer. Her hood is drawn back, revealing her face, but the shadows of the hood frame her features in a dramatic, gothic contrast. In her right hand, she wields a scythe unlike any other: its massive blade is forged from a gleaming black metal that reflects faint, ghostly images of souls. The staff is carved from a dark, polished wood entwined with glowing silver runes that pulse faintly, as though alive. Her left hand hovers slightly, trailing a faint mist of spectral energy that curls and dissipates into the surrounding air. The background is a surreal, otherworldly landscape: a vast, barren expanse shrouded in mist, with jagged, obsidian-like rock formations rising into the sky. The horizon glows faintly with an eerie, greenish-blue light, as if it’s the border between the world of the living and the dead. Shadowy silhouettes of wandering souls drift aimlessly in the distance, their faint whispers almost audible in the stillness. Above, the sky is a chaotic swirl of dark clouds, pierced by occasional streaks of ethereal light that illuminate the scene in fleeting bursts. The lighting is dramatic, with cold, pale blue and green tones dominating the scene, casting Alicia’s figure in sharp relief. The glowing runes on her armor and scythe cast subtle, shifting light patterns on her robes and the ground. Her face is illuminated by a soft, ghostly glow, emphasizing her beauty while adding an unnerving edge to her expression. Shadows play dynamically across her figure, enhancing the ethereal, otherworldly atmosphere. Her expression is calm and resolute, with a faint, enigmatic smile that suggests she understands the inevitability of her role. Her eyes convey both compassion and an uncompromising sense of duty, embodying the dual nature of the Grim Reaper as both a harbinger of death and a guide for lost souls. There’s a sense of timeless authority in her posture, as though she has walked the boundary between life and death for eternity. This ultra-photorealistic image is indistinguishable from a professional cinematic film still, with every detail—from the textures of her cloak and scythe to the eerie, atmospheric backdrop—rendered in breathtaking precision. The mood is chilling, majestic, and steeped in gothic gravitas.

Ignis_Tempestas
8 290

8 months ago

Close-up focus on a pair of rugged, weathered hands positioned as if pulling apart a dense, shadowy fabric of reality. The hands are spread wide, fingers gripping firmly at the edges of the tear, creating a dynamic sense of tension and motion. The dark, fabric-like material stretches and frays where it is pulled, revealing a serene, natural world beyond. The tear exposes a vibrant but grounded landscape filled with lush, green forests, gently rolling hills, and a tranquil sky painted in soft blues, warm oranges, and delicate pinks, reminiscent of a serene sunset. Wisps of clouds drift lazily across the revealed sky, adding depth and a sense of calm. The lighting from the exposed world is soft and natural, casting warm highlights across the hands, emphasizing their textures—every crease, scar, and vein rendered with hyper-realistic detail. The contrast between the coarse, shadowy fabric and the gentle colors of the revealed natural world creates a striking visual dynamic. Fragments of the torn fabric hover in the air, reflecting subtle glimmers of light, as though reality itself is shattering into pieces. Subtle atmospheric details enhance the scene: soft mist rolling through the revealed landscape, faint particles swirling around the tear, and golden rays of sunlight spilling into the shadowy foreground. The 9:16 vertical frame emphasizes the dramatic tension in the hands’ pulling gesture while framing the serene beauty of the emerging natural world.

Pulsar212121
7 110

8 months ago

A close-up, bust-framed portrait of a powerful, malevolent sorcerer. Half of his face is human—sharp, angular, and etched with deep lines of age and dark knowledge, his piercing eyes glowing faintly with a malevolent light. The other half of his face is unnatural: a swirling mass of dark smoke and searing, glowing purple energy that crackles and flickers like an unstable flame. The energy pulses through the smoke, faint streaks of violet light cutting across his shadowy form like veins of raw power. His expression is one of cold, focused determination, with a hint of cruel satisfaction, as though he’s reveling in his sinister dominance. In his gnarled hands, twisted with dark veins and adorned with intricate rings of blackened metal, he holds a swirling, seething mass of glowing souls. The souls appear as countless ghostly faces—translucent and writhing, their expressions frozen in anguish and despair. They swirl chaotically in his grasp, glowing with spectral purples, blues, and faint streaks of white light. The souls drift outward in thin wisps, curling and dissipating like smoke, as though barely contained by his immense power. Subtle tendrils of the energy connect the souls to his smoke-covered half, as if he is drawing strength from them. The sorcerer’s appearance is dark and regal, clad in ornate, shadowy robes adorned with arcane symbols and glowing runes that pulse faintly in rhythm with the energy in his face. His shoulders are draped in tattered black fabric that flows like liquid shadow, blending seamlessly into the surrounding darkness. The background is ominous and blurred, a void of shadows and faint, drifting smoke illuminated only by the violent purple light emanating from his form and the souls he controls. The lighting is dramatic and cinematic—sharp contrast between deep shadows and the searing violet glow. The light spills across his human half, casting sharp lines across his features, while the glowing energy and souls illuminate the smoke on his other side, creating a chaotic dance of light and shadow. Small embers and particles of energy drift around him, hinting at the immense power radiating from his being.

ElectricL
6 180

6 months ago

An ultra-realistic, full-body portrait of a mesmerizing demon knight woman, her pose both powerful and menacing, radiating dark energy and imposing authority with a shadowy and striking palette. She stands resolutely, her form exuding strength and infernal power. She wears a massive, black plate armor crafted from hellforged steel and adorned with crimson and obsidian details, in a mix of deep black, crimson red, and shadowy gray, with subtle spiked edges and demonic symbols, creating a terrifying and imposing contrast. The armor features intricate demonic engravings, reinforced plating with jagged edges, and energy conduits that seem to channel hellfire, designed for both protection and destructive power. Her photorealistic face exudes cold intensity and demonic allure, with sharp features and piercing, crimson eyes that glow with inner infernal light. Her long, black hair is styled in a chaotic, voluminous mane adorned with demonic horns, metal rings, and sharp spikes that seem to crackle with dark energy. Ethereal, flame-like tattoos in glowing red and black patterns swirl along her arms and face, adding a demonic charm. She wields a great axe, its blade radiating hellfire and a shield adorned with a demonic sigil and sharp spikes, both exuding a terrifying and infernal glow. The background is a vivid combination of a hellish landscape filled with lava and decaying ruins and swirling, abstract energy currents in hues of crimson red, black, shadowy gray, and volcanic orange, emphasizing her dynamic demonic presence. Dramatic cinematic lighting creates stark shadows and fiery highlights, accentuating the strong and menacing lines of her pose. The image combines advanced digital artistry techniques, including V-Ray tracing and Unreal Engine 5 rendering, with mixed-media digital painting. Every element is brought to life in UHD resolution, showcasing her as a powerful yet elegant demon knight, blending the aesthetics of gothic horror, dark fantasy, and futuristic realism in one extraordinary full-body composition.

Run117
4 140

9 months ago

An ultra-realistic, full-body depiction of a shadow priestess woman, emanating an aura of dark mystery and silent power with a contrasting color scheme. She wears a long, flowing robe of deep charcoal grey, interwoven with patterns of shimmering obsidian and subtle accents of crimson red, creating an imposing and enigmatic appearance. The robe features intricate details of shadowy figures and hidden symbols, reflecting her connection to the hidden realms. Her photorealistic face is hauntingly beautiful, with sharp, angular features and deep, black eyes that seem to hold ancient secrets. Her long, raven-black hair flows in wisps, partially obscuring her face and adding to the sense of mystery. Ethereal tattoos in crimson red and black patterns twist along her arms and hands, adding an otherworldly element. She holds a dark, gnarled staff with a glowing, crimson orb, its light reflecting the dark palette around her. The background is a swirling abyss of deep greys and black, with subtle hints of crimson light and shadowy forms, emphasizing the ominous and mysterious atmosphere. Dramatic, cinematic lighting casts sharp highlights and deep, textured shadows, enhancing the otherworldly power of her pose. The image combines advanced digital artistry techniques, including real-time rendering and shadow manipulation, with elements of digital sculpting. Every element is rendered in UHD resolution, showcasing her as a powerful and enigmatic figure, blending the aesthetics of gothic fantasy and photorealistic detail. A single raven feather, a contrasting element in bright white, floats silently within the darkness.

Sombrero
4 96

9 months ago

An ultra-realistic, full-body portrait of a mesmerizing sorceress woman, exuding a chilling aura with a somber and ethereal palette. She wears a long, flowing gown in a combination of deep violet and shadowy gray, with subtle silver accents, creating a haunting and captivating contrast. The gown features intricate lace and velvet patterns, designed with a sense of dark elegance and power. Her photorealistic face radiates otherworldly beauty, with sharply defined features and piercing eyes that seem to glow with ancient knowledge. Her long, raven-black hair cascades down her back, styled with intricate braids and adorned with silver bone charms. Ethereal tattoos in glowing silver patterns twist along her arms and face, adding a mystical dimension. She holds a staff, now upright and rooted to the ground, reflecting the cold steel gray lighting around her. The background is a dark and brooding mix of gothic-inspired architecture and swirling, mist-filled ruins in hues of emerald green, sage, and deep forest green, emphasizing her imposing presence. Dramatic chiaroscuro lighting casts sharp, macabre shadows and muted highlights, accentuating the elegant lines of her poised pose. The image combines advanced digital artistry techniques, including ray tracing and ZBrush sculpting, with mixed-media digital painting. Every element is brought to life in UHD resolution, showcasing her as a powerful yet chilling enchantress, blending the aesthetics of dark fantasy and high gothic realism in one extraordinary full-body composition. A single, glowing red eye stares from the ruins behind her.

Sombrero
4 110

8 months ago

A lone diver hovers in the infinite blackness of the deep ocean, surrounded by an endless void where no light from above penetrates. The scene is dominated by the wreck of a massive sunken ship, its fractured hull looming in the darkness like a ghostly, decaying monument. The diver’s powerful headlamp is the only source of illumination, casting narrow, sharp beams that cut through the black abyss. The light reveals fine particles of sediment drifting like glowing stardust, creating smooth, seamless gradients with no visible artifacts or banding. As the light sweeps across the scene, it partially reveals the shadowy silhouette of a colossal sea monster (1.6). Only faint, fragmented details of the creature’s massive form emerge—jagged fins, armor-like scales, and a faintly glowing eye (1.3) that stares through the darkness, unblinking and otherworldly. The rest of the monster’s body disappears into the impenetrable blackness, its vast scale implied by the faint curvature of its shadowy outline. The diver cautiously examines the shipwreck, their silhouette dwarfed by the shattered hull and the looming monster. The headlamp highlights broken metal plates, trailing cables, and encrusted barnacles, all cloaked in a thin layer of drifting sediment. Flickering bioluminescent marine life—electric blue, neon green, and violet—occasionally dart into the beam before vanishing again into the surrounding void. The deep ocean is suffocating and vast, an infinite expanse of total darkness. There is no surface, no light from above, and no ambient glow—only the diver’s headlamp creates a fragile sanctuary of visibility amidst the crushing blackness. The scene is cinematic and tense, with the headlamp forming the focal point, casting dramatic shadows and creating realistic, smooth gradients between light and dark. The looming silhouette of the monster, combined with the haunting wreck, captures the alien beauty and profound danger of Earth’s most extreme frontier.

ElectricL
4 170