In the second part of the The Code of series, the praying mantis reveals itself as a new, astonishing creature with each Style-Code.
This journey into the world of the praying mantis is an invitation to approach a creature that has always radiated a mysterious fascination. Rooted deeply in myth and legend, the mantis stands in many cultures as a symbol of calm and patience — yet also embodies the eerie and the unpredictable. Its name, derived from the posture of its forelegs, brings to mind a praying figure; but behind that elegant pose lurks a force, quiet and controlled, yet ready to spring forth at any moment.
Each Style-Code unveils a different side of its extraordinary form: sometimes as a ghostly figure cloaked in soft light; sometimes as a sharply contoured, graphic presence; or as a hyper-precise model, more like a technological marvel than a living being.
This series marks the second stage in the journey through Midjourney’s Style-Codes. It’s this variety that makes the series so captivating, sparking curiosity and a spirit of discovery: What unknown facet of the mantis will reveal itself in the next image?
Enjoy the exploration 😳 😮 😵💫 🥹
The prompt awaits below.