Reviving Post-Apocalyptic Fiction: Marvel, DC and AI Create Compelling Images of Superheroes Surviving Catastrophe

The post-apocalyptic fiction genre has experienced a surge in popularity in recent years due to the success of series like “The Last of Us” and “Fallout”. These stories have rejuvenated the genre with their innovative concepts, attracting a dedicated fan base who use artificial intelligence to create images depicting worlds devastated by catastrophes.

One such creator is Instagram user @midjourneyhero, who combines his love for Marvel and DC Comics superheroes with the post-apocalyptic genre in his series “Raider superheroes after a nuclear catastrophe”. In this series, characters like The Punisher, Flash, and Thor are shown adapting to a new world following a cataclysmic event. Iron Man’s armor is particularly well-suited for this setting, drawing inspiration from the Brotherhood of Steel in the “Fallout” video game series.

The images in this series were generated using an artificial intelligence program called Midjourney, which creates visuals based on textual descriptions. Captain America and Spider-Man also receive special attention from Midjourneyhero, each with their own origin story images. For Captain America, the creator imagines a world where he emerges as a beacon of hope, clad in a battered version of his iconic suit and salvaged military gear.

Some of the images in this genre were created by @esheffects, an artist who explores the fusion of art and artificial intelligence using AI and Photoshop to create captivating visuals. Overall, these creators have tapped into the post-apocalyptic trend in fiction and leveraged artificial intelligence to bring their visions to life in unique and creative ways.