Specifications
Pricing Model
Freemium
Category
Images Generator
Languages
Primarily English, with support for prompt-based image generation in multiple languages
Last Update
Updated Dec 2024 (Kayra v1.4, Image Models v3)
Platforms
Web
iOS
Android
Best For:
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Creative Writers & AuthorsUse the AI as a co-writer to overcome blocks, generate ideas, and expand narratives.
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Anime & Art EnthusiastsCreate custom character art, scenes, and illustrations from detailed text descriptions.
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Role-playing Gamers (RPG)Generate character portraits, concept art, and visual assets for tabletop or digital games.
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Content CreatorsProduce unique visual and written content for stories, blogs, and social media.
Key Features
API Available
Mobile App
Gallery & Demo
Pros
- Strong, specialized AI for anime and illustrative image generation
- Privacy-focused with a no-training policy on user data
- Powerful AI writing assistant with lorebook and memory features for consistent storytelling
- Regular model updates and new feature additions
- Offers extensive customization and control over image generation parameters
Cons
- Primarily focused on anime/illustrative art styles, less versatile for photorealistic images
- Subscription can become expensive for heavy users requiring more generation credits
- No permanent free tier, only a limited free trial via a 'try for free' credit system
Frequently Asked Questions
Does NovelAI train on my data?
No. NovelAI operates on a strict no-training policy. Your stories, prompts, and images are not used to train their AI models.
Is there a free plan?
What AI models does it use for images?
Release History
vImage Model v3
Dec 01, 2024
Enhanced Image Generation
Released updated image generation models with improved prompt understanding, coherence, and quality for anime and illustrative styles.
vKayra v1.4
Oct 01, 2024
Storyteller Model Update
Major update to the flagship text generation model, offering better coherence, instruction following, and creative writing capabilities.