--- name: midjourney description: "AI image generation via Midjourney Discord bot: create images from prompts, upscale, create variations, blend images, describe images. Use when: (1) generating artwork from text descriptions, (2) creating variations of existing images, (3) upscaling low-res images, (4) analyzing images for prompts. NOT for: commercial licensing questions (check Midjourney ToS), API access (Discord-only)." --- # Midjourney Skill Generate AI artwork via the Midjourney Discord bot. All commands are run through Discord. ## ⚠️ Prerequisites 1. **Discord account** — Required 2. **Midjourney subscription** — Free trials limited, paid plans at midjourney.com 3. **Join Midjourney Discord** — https://discord.gg/midjourney 4. **Bot access** — Use `/imagine` in #newbies channels or your own server --- ## Quick Start ``` /imagine prompt: a cyberpunk cat sitting on a neon rooftop, detailed, cinematic lighting --ar 16:9 --v 6 ``` **Workflow:** 1. Type `/imagine` in Discord 2. Enter your prompt 3. Wait ~60 seconds for 4 variations 4. Use U1-4 to upscale, V1-4 for variations --- ## When to Use ✅ **USE this skill when:** - Generating artwork, illustrations, or concept art from text - Creating variations of an existing image - Upscaling low-resolution images - Blending multiple images together - Getting prompt ideas from existing images (describe) - Experimenting with artistic styles and parameters ❌ **DON'T use this skill when:** - Need commercial licensing info → check midjourney.com/terms - Want API access → Discord-only, no public API - Need exact text rendering → MJ struggles with text - Require photorealistic faces → may have artifacts --- ## Core Commands ### /imagine — Generate Images ``` /imagine prompt: [parameters] ``` **Examples:** ``` /imagine prompt: portrait of a warrior princess, golden armor, dramatic lighting, fantasy art --ar 2:3 --stylize 750 /imagine prompt: minimalist logo for a tech startup, geometric, blue and white --v 6 /imagine prompt: isometric 3D render of a cozy coffee shop, warm lighting, blender style --ar 1:1 ``` ### /upscale — Increase Resolution After generation, click **U1, U2, U3, or U4** buttons under the image grid. **Or use command:** ``` /upscale --image --index 1 ``` ### /variations — Create Variations After generation, click **V1, V2, V3, or V4** buttons. **Or use command:** ``` /variations --image --index 1 --strength subtle ``` ### /blend — Merge Images ``` /blend ``` Upload 2-5 images. Midjourney merges them stylistically. **Example use:** - Blend a photo with a painting style - Merge character concepts - Combine color palettes ### /describe — Analyze Image ``` /describe ``` Upload an image → get 4 prompt suggestions that would create similar results. **Use for:** - Reverse-engineering styles - Learning prompt patterns - Getting inspiration from existing art ### /remix — Modify Prompts Enable remix mode to change prompts when creating variations: ``` /remix ``` Then use V1-V4 buttons with modified prompts. --- ## Parameters Reference ### Aspect Ratio (--ar) ``` --ar 1:1 # Square (default) --ar 16:9 # Widescreen --ar 9:16 # Portrait (phone) --ar 2:3 # Classic portrait --ar 3:2 # Landscape photo ``` ### Version (--v) ``` --v 6 # Latest (default) --v 5.2 # Previous version --v 5.1 # Older, more artistic --niji 6 # Anime/manga style ``` ### Stylize (--s or --stylize) ``` --s 100 # Low stylization (follows prompt closely) --s 250 # Default --s 750 # High stylization (more artistic freedom) --s 1000 # Maximum ``` ### Chaos (--chaos) ``` --chaos 0 # Consistent results (default) --chaos 50 # More varied --chaos 100 # Maximum variation ``` ### Quality (--quality or --q) ``` --q 0.5 # Half quality, faster --q 1 # Default --q 2 # Double quality, slower, more detail ``` ### Seed (--seed) ``` --seed 1234 # Reproducible results ``` Same seed + same prompt = similar images. ### No (--no) ``` --no text # Avoid text in image --no blur # Avoid blur --no people # Avoid people ``` ### Style Raw (--style raw) ``` --style raw # Less opinionated, more literal prompt interpretation ``` ### Weird (--weird) ``` --weird 0 # Normal (default) --weird 500 # Unconventional compositions --weird 3000 # Maximum weirdness ``` --- ## Advanced Techniques ### Multi-Prompt (::) Weight different parts of your prompt: ``` /imagine prompt: cat::2 dog::1 # Cat is 2x more important than dog ``` ### Image Prompts Use an image URL as part of your prompt: ``` /imagine prompt: https://example.com/image.jpg a futuristic cityscape ``` ### Character Reference (--cref) ``` /imagine prompt: character in different scene --cref ``` Maintains character consistency across images. ### Style Reference (--sref) ``` /imagine prompt: original content --sref ``` Applies the style of a reference image. --- ## Workflow Examples ### Logo Design ``` /imagine prompt: minimalist tech logo, geometric shapes, gradient blue, vector style --ar 1:1 --v 6 # Review 4 options # Click U2 to upscale best one # Click V2 for variations of that style # Repeat until satisfied ``` ### Character Concept Art ``` /imagine prompt: full body character design, fantasy rogue, leather armor, daggers, dynamic pose --ar 2:3 --niji 6 # Upscale favorite # Use /variations for pose variations # Use --cref to maintain character in new scenes ``` ### Product Visualization ``` /imagine prompt: product photography, wireless headphones on marble surface, soft studio lighting, commercial --ar 4:5 --q 2 ``` ### Album Cover ``` /imagine prompt: psychedelic album cover, abstract swirls, vibrant colors, 1970s style --ar 1:1 --stylize 500 ``` --- ## Tips 1. **Be specific but not restrictive** — "cinematic lighting" good, "exactly 47 degree angle" bad 2. **Use artist names carefully** — "in the style of Greg Rutkowski" works, but consider living artists ethically 3. **Iterate** — First result rarely perfect. Use V buttons to explore variations 4. **Save job IDs** — Useful for referencing later 5. **Check Discord** — All generations saved in your Discord DMs with bot 6. **Use --v 6** — Latest version has best prompt understanding 7. **Niji for anime** --niji 6 for manga/anime style --- ## Troubleshooting **"Queue full"** — Wait a few minutes, try again during off-peak hours **"Invalid parameter"** — Check parameter syntax, some require specific values **"Content policy violation"** — Adjust prompt to avoid restricted content **"Can't upscale"** — Job may have expired (24hr limit on free accounts) **"Text looks wrong"** — MJ struggles with text. Try --no text or use DALL-E 3 for text-heavy images **"Faces look distorted"** — Common issue. Try --v 6, add "photorealistic" or use inpainting --- ## Pricing (as of 2026) - **Free trial** — ~25 images (one-time) - **Basic** — $10/mo, ~200 images - **Standard** — $30/mo, unlimited relaxed mode - **Pro** — $60/mo, faster, more concurrent jobs - **Mega** — $120/mo, maximum capacity Check midjourney.com for current pricing. --- ## Resources - **Official docs:** docs.midjourney.com - **Discord:** discord.gg/midjourney - **Community showcase:** midjourney.com/showcase - **Prompt guide:** docs.midjourney.com/docs/prompt-guide