What is the range for the `--weird` parameter in Midjourney?

The `--weird` parameter in Midjourney can range from 0 (no weirdness) to 3000 (maximum weirdness). A value of 0 is the default, and generally, values above 2000 start to produce very abstract and distorted results.

Does `--weird` affect all aspects of the image equally?

Not necessarily. While `--weird` can influence color, composition, subject interpretation, and even texture, its impact might be more pronounced in certain areas depending on the prompt. For instance, a prompt focused on a face might show facial distortions, while a landscape prompt might manifest weirdness through impossible geography or strange lighting.

Can I combine `--weird` with image prompts?

Yes, absolutely! Combining `--weird` with an image prompt can lead to fascinating results. Midjourney will attempt to apply the weirdness while still referencing the visual style and content of your input image, often creating surreal interpretations of existing visuals. This is a great way to 'weirdify' your own photos or existing artwork.

How does `--weird` differ from just making my prompt more abstract?

While making a prompt more abstract can lead to non-realistic images, `--weird` introduces a distinct, often unsettling or bizarre quality that isn't solely about abstraction. It's about injecting an element of the unexpected or uncanny into the Midjourney algorithm's interpretation, regardless of how abstract or concrete your initial prompt is. It's less about the prompt's content and more about how Midjourney 'thinks' about rendering it.

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The Ultimate Guide to Midjourney Weird (--weird) Prompts

This guide breaks down the Midjourney --weird parameter, explaining how it shifts image generation toward unexpected and unconventional results. Learn how different --weird values affect output style, when to combine it with other parameters like --chaos and --stylize, and see real prompt examples that show the range of creative effects you can achieve.

Values & Usage

--weird 0--weird 0

This is the default setting (or omitting `--weird` entirely). It produces standard Midjourney results without any intentional weirdness. Use this when you want predictable, coherent imagery based purely on your prompt.

--weird 500-1000--weird 750

Introduces a subtle, uncanny quality. Images might have slight distortions, unexpected color shifts, or an overall 'off' feeling without being overtly bizarre. Ideal for adding a touch of mystery or psychological depth.

--weird 1000-1500--weird 1250

Provides a noticeable level of strangeness. Expect more significant deviations from realism, abstract elements, or surreal compositions. Great for exploring dreamlike or mildly psychedelic aesthetics.

--weird 1500-2000--weird 1750

Generates distinctly bizarre and unconventional imagery. Objects might morph, colors could be highly unnatural, and compositions often defy logical rules. Perfect for strong surrealism or experimental art.

--weird 2000-3000--weird 2500

Pushes the boundaries of weirdness to extreme levels. Results can be highly abstract, distorted, and potentially grotesque or unsettling. Use with caution for truly avant-garde or horror-infused creations.

Example Prompts

A subtly strange, vintage-inspired portrait with an unsettling gaze, demonstrating a low --weird value.

intermediate

VISUAL STYLE: Vintage photography, GENRE: Portraiture, SUBJECT(S): Woman with an antique lace collar, TIME PERIOD: 1920s, COLOR: Sepia tones with muted teal accents, ASPECT RATIO: 7:4, FORMAT: Daguerreotype, FRAME SIZE: Close-up, LENS SIZE: 85mm, COMPOSITION: Rule of thirds, slight Dutch angle, LIGHTING: Soft, diffused, LIGHTING TYPE: Rembrandt lighting, TIME OF DAY: Late afternoon, ENVIRONMENT: Indoor studio, LOCATION TYPE: Victorian sitting room, SET: Velvet armchair, faded wallpaper, CAMERA: Large Format Camera, LENS: Petzval Lens, FILM STOCK / RESOLUTION: Fine grain black and white film, TAGS: eerie, nostalgic, uncanny, subtle surrealism, classic --weird 1000 --v 6 --q 2 --ar 7:4

A moderately bizarre cityscape where architectural elements defy gravity and logic, showing a mid-range --weird value.

intermediate

VISUAL STYLE: Neo-futuristic, GENRE: Sci-fi cityscape, SUBJECT(S): Floating buildings, impossible bridges, TIME PERIOD: Future, COLOR: Neon purples, electric blues, deep grays, ASPECT RATIO: 7:4, FORMAT: Digital painting, FRAME SIZE: Wide shot, LENS SIZE: 24mm, COMPOSITION: Dynamic diagonals, leading lines, LIGHTING: High contrast, atmospheric, LIGHTING TYPE: Backlighting from alien suns, TIME OF DAY: Twilight, ENVIRONMENT: Urban, LOCATION TYPE: Alien metropolis, SET: Anti-gravity structures, glowing data streams, CAMERA: Digital SLR, LENS: Wide-angle lens, FILM STOCK / RESOLUTION: 8K digital render, TAGS: futuristic, abstract, impossible architecture, dreamlike --weird 1500 --v 6 --q 2 --ar 7:4

A highly surreal and abstract still life featuring melting objects and impossible textures, demonstrating a high --weird value.

advanced

VISUAL STYLE: Surrealism, GENRE: Still life, SUBJECT(S): Melting clocks, liquid fruit, floating eyeballs, TIME PERIOD: Contemporary, COLOR: Pastel pinks, sickly greens, vibrant yellows, ASPECT RATIO: 7:4, FORMAT: Oil painting, FRAME SIZE: Medium close-up, LENS SIZE: 50mm, COMPOSITION: Chaotic, fragmented, LIGHTING: Ethereal, soft, LIGHTING TYPE: Diffused studio light, TIME OF DAY: Any, ENVIRONMENT: Abstract void, LOCATION TYPE: Dreamscape, SET: Draped fabric, impossible objects, CAMERA: Hasselblad, LENS: Macro lens, FILM STOCK / RESOLUTION: Fine art print, TAGS: bizarre, disturbing, abstract, dream logic, Dali-esque --weird 2000 --v 6 --q 2 --ar 7:4

An extremely bizarre and distorted creature in an alien landscape, pushing the limits of the --weird parameter.

advanced

VISUAL STYLE: Biopunk, GENRE: Creature design, SUBJECT(S): Multi-limbed amorphous creature, TIME PERIOD: Unknown, COLOR: Iridescent, bioluminescent, deep purples and greens, ASPECT RATIO: 7:4, FORMAT: 3D render, FRAME SIZE: Full shot, LENS SIZE: 35mm, COMPOSITION: Dynamic, off-center, LIGHTING: Dramatic, chiaroscuro, LIGHTING TYPE: Underground phosphorescence, TIME OF DAY: Night, ENVIRONMENT: Alien cavern, LOCATION TYPE: Subterranean, SET: Strange crystalline formations, pulsating flora, CAMERA: Virtual Camera, LENS: Anamorphic Lens, FILM STOCK / RESOLUTION: High-res digital art, TAGS: grotesque, unsettling, alien, horror, abstract --weird 2500 --v 6 --q 2 --ar 7:4

Pro Tips

1Start with lower `--weird` values (e.g., `--weird 750`) to understand its impact before escalating to higher, more extreme settings. Gradually increase the value to find your desired level of strangeness.
2Combine `--weird` with precise visual style and genre descriptors to guide the weirdness. For example, 'surrealism --weird 1500' will likely produce more coherent weirdness than just 'cityscape --weird 1500'.
3Experiment with the `--weird` parameter on prompts that traditionally produce realistic images. This can lead to unexpected and humorous results, like a 'photorealistic cat --weird 1000' that might have extra eyes or unusual fur patterns.
4Use `--weird` in conjunction with other parameters like `--style raw` or `--stylize` to fine-tune the artistic output. `--style raw` might allow the weirdness to manifest more purely, while `--stylize` could blend it with Midjourney's aesthetic.
5When generating variations (U buttons), pay close attention to how `--weird` manifests in each option. Sometimes a slightly different generation will lean into the weirdness in a more compelling way.

Common Mistakes

✕Using a very high `--weird` value (e.g., `--weird 2500`) with overly complex prompts, which can lead to incoherent or unrecognizable images. Simplify your prompt when pushing extreme weirdness.

✕Expecting `--weird` to produce specific distortions. It's an exploratory parameter; the exact manifestation of weirdness is unpredictable. Embrace the serendipity rather than fighting it.

✕Not iterating enough. `--weird` often requires generating multiple variations or rerolling prompts to find the 'sweet spot' of strangeness that aligns with your vision. Don't stop at the first result.

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