ClarityForge XL is a hyper‑realistic SDXL model designed to deliver clean, sharp, and natural photographic results.
It excels at producing lifelike skin textures, stable eyes, smooth gradients, and cinematic lighting without introducing noise or artificial sharpening.
This model was “forged” with precision: every component of the merge was balanced to preserve realism while maintaining softness where it matters.
ClarityForge XL performs exceptionally well in both natural light (golden hour, outdoor scenes) and controlled studio setups (cool light, softboxes, key lights).
⭐ Key Features
• Ultra‑realistic skin with natural pores
• Clean, stable eyes with no distortions
• Zero noise, zero grain, zero plastic look
• Cinematic color transitions and lighting
• Smooth, natural shadow gradients
• Perfect for portraits, beauty shots, close‑ups, and outdoor photography
• No anime tendencies, no stylization — pure realism
⭐ Recommended Scheduler
For maximum realism and clarity:
→ DPM++ 2M Karras (recommended)
Delivers the cleanest, most photographic results.
Natural skin, stable details, and no artifacts.
Alternative: DPM++ SDE Karras
Slightly softer and more cinematic, ideal for atmospheric shots.
⭐ Recommended Steps
• 25–35 steps → fast, clean, reliable
• 40–50 steps → maximum fidelity for close‑ups
⭐ Suggested Prompts
• ultra realistic portrait, natural skin texture, visible pores, cinematic lighting, shallow depth of field, high‑resolution photography style
• hyper realistic close‑up, clean skin, sharp eyes, soft shadows, smooth color grading
Description
This update refines everything that defines the identity of Clarity Forge: material sharpness, believable skin, controlled lighting, and a realism that stays natural even under difficult conditions. The new version delivers more stable micro‑detail, improved consistency across complex materials (glass, metal, fabrics), and a more organic skin response with no plastic sheen or artificial smoothing.
Anatomical coherence has been strengthened, proportions are more reliable, and scenes with multiple elements now maintain clarity and depth without collapsing. Images feel more solid, more readable, and more “physical,” with a photographic presence that stands out immediately.
This update also introduces optimized behavior with DPM++ 3M SDE / Karras, achieving its best balance of clarity and stability at 32 steps and a CFG of 4.5. These settings bring out the model’s signature look: crisp definition, natural light behavior, and a refined sense of realism.
Clarity Forge now handles extreme lighting, complex environments, and diverse subjects — people, objects, animals — while preserving its core aesthetic: sculpted clarity, controlled realism, and living materials.