Guidance and prompts for using Style Reference code
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Art Style Type

This SREF style blends elements of dark neo-fantasy, neo-expressionism, and cyberpunk aesthetics. It showcases strong dramatic contrasts and emotional expression similar to the dark fantasy styles commonly found in modern anime and game concept art. The style is intensely expressive and bold while maintaining artistic sophistication, creating an atmosphere that feels both contemporary and slightly unsettling.

Style Characteristics

The most prominent shared characteristic across these images is the strong light-dark contrast and dramatic lighting. Colors are bold yet limited, typically focusing on a single dominant hue (gold, fiery red, cool blue) against deep backgrounds, creating stunning visual impact. Lines are fluid yet sharp, and figures often carry an air of mystery or menace. The overall atmosphere is filled with tension and mystique, feeling both beautiful and slightly disturbing.

Style-Enhancing Prompt Keywords

• Dark metallic texture: Enhances the texture of metallic and reflective surfaces in the images, adding depth and luxurious quality
• Mist effects: Adding subtle fog or smoke elements enhances the mysteriousness and creates spatial depth
• Sharp silhouettes: Emphasizing the outlines of main figures makes characters or objects stand out more dramatically against dark backgrounds

Recommended Application Scenarios

This style is particularly suitable for dark fantasy or sci-fi themed game art, especially character portraits and key scene illustrations. It's also excellent for horror or suspense movie posters, music album covers, and narrative illustrations that aim to convey strong emotions and dramatic atmosphere. This style effectively communicates tense, mysterious, or supernatural themes.