Scene variations
Explore a new setting while retaining a clear visual reference for the subject. Check that the environment change has not introduced unwanted character changes.
AI character consistency
Use an approved character image to guide a new scene, expression or outfit. Keep the defining traits in your brief and compare every generated still with the reference before treating it as part of a set.
Develop a reference-guided character variation
Try the fictional explorer reference or upload your character. Choose one change and name the traits to retain. The thumbnails illustrate creative directions, not guaranteed matching results.
One reference, three creative directions
Editorial concept studies illustrate what to ask for. These images were prepared separately and are not an Astorie consistency benchmark; compare every generated result with your source.
Use a reference, then check the differences
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Choose an approved reference
Use a clear image that shows the traits you want to carry forward. Confirm you have permission to use the character or recognizable person.
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Request one focused change
Keep the identity cues in the prompt and describe a specific new pose, expression, outfit or setting. Avoid asking for several competing changes at once.
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Compare before continuing
Select Generate character variation. Check the face, hair, silhouette, colors and small details against the reference, and revise any unwanted drift.
Separate the character from the change
Expression and outfit studies
Work on one expression or costume direction at a time. Keep the reference nearby so small changes are easier to notice.
A still for a later video
Choose a still you have reviewed before using it in a separate canvas video workflow. Review the generated motion as a new result, not as a guaranteed identity match.
What reference guidance can do
| Required input | A character reference image and an editable description of the requested variation. | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | A generated still image to compare with the reference. | |
| Consistency | The reference guides the request; exact identity, clothing and proportions are not guaranteed. | |
| Multiple results | Create and review variations separately. This form does not automatically produce an approved matching set. | |
| Video | Continue on the canvas with a compatible image-to-video workflow; this form produces images. |
Character consistency questions
Do I need to upload a character image?
Yes. This page requires a reference so the request has a visual starting point. Choose a clear image that communicates the features you want to retain.
Will every result show exactly the same character?
No. Faces, proportions, clothing and small details can change. Compare every result with the reference and keep only the variations that meet your brief.
How do I change an outfit?
Keep the reference and identity cues in the request, and describe the intended clothing change clearly. Review whether the new result also changed the face or silhouette.
Does the same reference guarantee consistent video?
No. A separate video request can introduce further changes as the subject moves. Use a reviewed still as input and inspect the complete generated clip.
Make the next variation easier to review
Start with a clear character reference and one specific change.