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5 Best Midjourney Prompts: May 2023 (Fun Terms)

This edition introduces some fun power terms that have a dramatic, even if not always predictable, effect. Enjoy!

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Daniel Nest
May 25, 2023
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Happy Thursday, everyone!

I’m (mostly) back in action after last week’s fun times.

And what better way to make a comeback than by adding five new Midjourney prompts to my growing collection?

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Today I’m sharing a few wacky one-word terms that have a very strong effect on the image. These prompts single-handedly affect the whole composition and atmosphere of a scene. They aren’t the most precise descriptors but they are a whole lot of fun.

Note: All sample images are generated using Midjourney Version 5.1.

Prompt #1: Sprinkle in a bit of creepiness

Haunted places, horror vibes, gloomy atmosphere. Sounds like your cup of tea? If so, this one’s for you!

Midjourney prompt: creepypasta [subject]

What it does: Creepypasta is the online equivalent of spooky stories told around a campfire. Using just this single modifier in your Midjourney prompt is powerful enough to horr…

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