Golden yellow cross with yellow, orange and red flames coming from it. White background. Signed by me, julia wilkinson, the artist.
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Cross: a navigator-type robot girl in INFERNAX-Style
(Feat. Alcedor and Cervul)
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A drawing of Cross, sleeping peacefully in a cushioned, violet capsule. A Sony PSP can be seen to her side, with a pillow tossed far away from her head, as half her limbs are lazily flopped out of the capsule. Upon completion of their imprinting, Accords are given a specialized, multipurpose maintenance capsule to be installed at their place of residence. These capsules are designed to supplement their built-in stasis lock function, in which an accord deactivates for a period of time. Entering stasis lock is necessary to run a subroutine which sorts and parses through the bulk sum of information during an accord's last period of activity. However, this process is localized entirely within the accords' internal systems. In the rare event that stasis lock produces errors or fails itself, these capsules are designed to directly interface with the accords' black box, performing a more thorough analysis of this data, in addition to repairing any corrupted data or segments. Upon completion, the capsules will display an accord's physical, mental, and emotional standing, as well as any abnormalities (if present). This data is stored within the capsule's internal drive, but in the event an accord is traveling or wishes to bring their last system diagnosis to a registered technician for further analysis, this data can be exported onto a smaller, detachable drive if necessary. To prevent such sensitive data from being accessed by those of ill intent, these capsules can only be used to read and write the data of a consenting accord: 3 separate stages of authorization are required to access this personalized data. Albrite Industries is said to have argued over mass-producing these capsules, fearing the exorbitant manufacturing cost. The company CEO, Lyanna Light, was adamant that no expense should be spared for their well-being - and ultimately won out. Today, these capsules can be personalized to suit each accord's personal specifications... and sleeping habits.
"Just call me... if you need me..."
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@jackoonz.bsky.social
Don't get rid of your old gaming systems: keep them alive by softmodding them and playing all their games π΅π°π₯π’πΊ!
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A drawing of Cross flashing a peace sign towards the viewer, as she bounds in a concert hall, with her assets front-and-center. Her right palm presses down on her hat to keep it from falling off her head... even though it connects with a magnet. Early on, a major point of concern with the accord project was how exactly to develop the actual minds and personalities of this would-be breakthrough in robotics. Even those close to the heart of the project were skeptical of Lyanna Light's vision, as the volume of prototype machines continued to grow. There were some who proposed alternatives, such as an emotion circuit to counterbalance a "logic core" - proposals which Lyanna refused, on the grounds that programming emotions into machines would be contrary to the very idea of emotions themselves. She would argue about how it was important that they created a foundation from which those emotions could be felt from within, rather than analyzed and dryly executed as a dull piece of code. While some engineers splintered off from the project and pursued their own path towards artificial life (leading to LLMs and their successor, GAIs), Albrite Industries' efforts would pay off, as accords became the first machines capable of truly independent thought, free will, and real emotion. Accords will even display idiosyncrasies or odd habits akin to humans - though in some cases, these quirks defy conventional explanation. This can be most commonly seen through nostalgic whims some accords feel for certain places or sensations - despite having no prior engagement. Songs that seem to stir sad memories, locales that feel welcoming or inviting, and - in Cross's case - an aversion to fire and explosive sounds. Some yet remain doubtful that accords aren't simply following a set of basic directives, but one thing is certain: there's still much about these machines that we don't fully understand yet. This piece was a Skeb drawn by the phenomenal @gonzarez1938.bsky.social!
"C'mon, there's no limit! Where's your sense of rhythm?"
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π¨: @gonzarez1938.bsky.social
A drawing of Cross stretching, crossing her arms up overhead as she stares at the viewer with a relaxed, casual expression. Come to think of it, what would a robot even need to stretch for...? Knowing that the the advent of truly autonomous machines would inevitably be met with some degree of public hesitance and pushback, Albrite Industries made it a point to create a support system early on to ensure that the emotional and mental well-being of accords were taken seriously. One of these initiatives includes routine check-ups with certified technicians; while the frames of accords can simply be reconstructed if needed, their mental state isn't a mere component that could be replaced or a state that can be voluntarily toggled. These routine diagnostics aren't meant to harvest data - though they've been accused of such - but are meant to catch any potential logic errors or signs of mental instability before they cascade into a serious problem. The company is well aware that a single incident spurned by such a defect would be latched onto by those who'd sooner see themselves dead than to share a seat with a "coghead". While the ideal outcome for these diagnostics is to return rather unremarkable results, it doesn't mean accords will always act and behave within predictable or perfect parameters. With regards to Cross herself, her extremely normal diagnostic reports belie a curious tendency to avoid discussing her upbringing and distant past. While she's eager to liken current events to her various odd jobs of the past, she'll get rather dodgy about particular subjects, such as old friends or her penchant for weirdly accurate pen-tossing. Even when accords are operating nominally, they still have their quirks and secrets beyond what a diagnostics scan can detect. This piece was a skeb drawn by the fantastic @mattun_8230 over on Twitter!
"So, d'you wanna go hang or somethin' after this?"
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π¨: @mattun_8230
Look at her! Look how cute she is in her new hat!
#CrossArt
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A drawing of Cross staring cheerfully at the viewer, casually placing the back of one hand upon her hip as it juts outwards, with her free hand pointing to her face - as if excited to know she was selected for something. Contrary to common belief, the "early generation" accords - prototypes who were created before the first generation models were officially unveiled - can still be found roaming about Albrite Industries' main branch. As is to be expected for engineering, the R&D process left many prototypes and necessary failures on the path to success. However, company COO, Lyanna Light, was adamant that they not simply "scrap" the prototype machines, arguing that dismissing the prototypes as "failures" would disqualify the entire company from giving life to machines in the first place. According to employees (past and present), Lyanna was resolute in her belief that their every prototype were just as deserving of life as their own creators. This occasionally led to heated arguments and confrontations, as prototype accords with speech irregularities or abnormal behavior proved disruptive in the workplace. One employee recounted an incident during an especially turbulent time in the project, when an especially aggressive prototype was fatally-injured by an agitated security guard, which Lyanna quickly caught wind of. Stories differ on what exactly happened next: the only consistent detail is the guard was seen sobbing hysterically on the front steps by nightfall. He was never seen again afterwards. Lyanna simply tells people "not to worry" when the topic is occasionally brought up again by longtime employees. To this day, Lyanna keeps the prototype accords in her personal company at Albrite Industries' main branch. Though skeptics might doubt her intentions, some have claimed to see her headpatting some of the prototypes with an uncharacteristic, motherly smile upon her lips... This piece was a drawing by the phenomenal @Iriomot_aoneko on Twitter!
"πππ²! You didn't forget about me, did ya?"
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π¨: @Iriomot_aoneko
A drawing of Cross hinging her hips and leaning forward, propping one hand back on her hip as her other curls ahead with a slight bend, as if chopping the air in front of her. In spite of Albrite Industries' efforts to present the accord line of robots as the first machines to possess truly independent thought and will, a large subset remained unconvinced. The first waves of accords were heavily scrutinized by a society still at war with GAIs, being viewed as their successor. There was (and to some extent, still is) a fear that accords were simply reacting to prompts and stimuli, rather than possessing free will of their own. In response to the negative impact these accusations had on the accords themselves, the company launched a spotlight program called "ONE SKY", showcasing the creative achievements of any accords who were willing to take part. Though reception to One Sky was moderately positive, it did little to sway the public. Finally, CEO Lyanna Light personally announced a public competition between privately-owned GAIs and a number of accords featured in ONE SKY. Known as "FREE WILL", the competition spanned 6 categories centered around the creative arts, with prompts and judging determined solely by a public and online audience, to minimize any potential biases from parties involved. FREE WILL was proposed to private companies as the perfect platform to show off their latest GAI models; in truth, they were set up to be made examples of, as the competition only highlighted the individuality of the accords on-stage. Of particular note was the music category, which prompted contestants to compose a "breakbeat remix of clair de lune". After a "somber, yet strangely infectious" performance by SLYFER lit the crowd on fire, the GAI's song (which generated in just 2 seconds) was barely audible beneath the bewildered chants of "TURN IT OFF" that soon erupted. The GAI companies who participated in Free Will shuttered their doors within the next two years.
"Make sure the flash is off, camera guy!"
#CrossArt
π¨: @qqqewie.bsky.social
A drawing of Cross looking over her shoulder with a mischievous glint in her eyes as she walks forward. Her scarf is blowing back behind her, while her assets are in full view to the person behind her. With the advent of fully autonomous robots and their subsequent integration into society, it was inevitable that the relationship between humans and accords would eventually lead to one feeling strong feelings for the other. Though the concept may seem absurd, it's a reality that Albrite industries had considered all throughout the creation of the accords. Not only did they view this as the logical conclusion of introducing fully autonomous machines to society, but they felt it would be their crowning achievement if their creations proved capable of such intense feelings towards others - especially humans. As their creation is relatively recent, marriage between accords and humans has been a recurring topic as equal rights continue to be advocated and fought for them. That it's yet to be recognized has done little to stop either side from pursuing deeper relationships with the other. In spite of Albrite Industries' clear wishes to bridge the gap between man and machine, none of the major frame manufacturers distribute frames that share full anatomical parity with humans... though, this has done little to stop independent third-parties from stepping in to meet such demand. Interestingly, while this parity isn't π°π§π§πͺπ€πͺπ’πππΊ supported by major manufacturers, the resulting sensations that accords have from use of these modifications seem to be the same as those of humans. It's unclear whether these sensations are a byproduct of their black boxes interfacing with the modifications, or if this functionality is already factored into their core design. Interestingly, Albrite Industries hasn't targeted these third-parties or their modifications - at least none that still meet manufacturing safety regulations. This skeb was drawn by @hakida.bsky.social!
"What's wrong? Something caught your eye?"
#CrossArt
π¨: @hakida.bsky.social
GASP I love this one sm!! #invincible-fight-girl #ifg #ifg-andysmith #mha #mha-izuka-midoria #crossover #crossart
A drawing of Cross leaning back onto the railing of a rooftop, with a landscape view of a bustling city ebbing closer to nightfall. Her eyes are closed as she soaks in the evening vibes, with her scarf flowing behind her. It's become something of a joke that accords snack on small electronics like batteries or SD cards to keep their energy up; while Albrite Industries has collaborated with a few frame manufacturers to develop an open-source taste sensor, so that accords can actually take part in culinary joys, their primary power source doesn't appear to be electrical in nature. The frames themselves do use electricity as an auxiliary power source, which can be recharged at docking stations (be it publicly available stations or personalized ones made to rest in). In the event an accord's frame runs out of power, it will continue to be operational at a reduced capacity by drawing off the power source present within the accord's black box - the true source of their power, effectively their beating heart. Extensive public documentation compares black boxes can be considered the "soul" of an accord, containing their personalities and providing the bare minimum power necessary to operate their frames. The nature of this power is unknown; Albrite Industries insists it's electrical in nature, serving as an extra safety net to offset potential failures in frame design beyond their control. However, non-invasive tests conducted by "independent influencers with consent" suggest otherwise. Though, no professional tests have been pursued further, as prying into the black box of an accord would be akin to ripping out a human's central nervous system. Some theorize one reason that frames aren't designed to tap into the black box's power is because it's tied directly to an accord's very being; others fear the black boxes are something more sinister in nature, tying into a pervasive unrest towards accords as a whole. This piece was a skeb drawn by @Doluyume!
"The breeze always feels so good at this time of night..."
#CrossArt
π¨: @doloyume
"Okay, okay. I heard you the first time, alright?" A drawing of Cross, taking a selfie with one arm as she flashes a peace sign with her other hand. Included in the photo is her friend Ophelia - an employee of the mysterious Gatherway Hotel - somewhat sheepishly mirroring Cross's pose, as if she were roped into taking a photo by her more sociable friend. While accords still face many obstacles as they continue to develop alongside modern human society, Albrite Industries once stated in an investor's call that they are "overall pleased" with how rapidly accords had been accepted by the wider public. Analysts speculated that Albrite Industries' more pragmatic approach to creating robotic life is the reason for their warmer welcoming, evidenced by there being more individuals who'd sooner treat accords as equals than an invasive species. Though there is still much work to be done, as accords still face discrimination, accusations of job displacement, and even claims of being "red-chipped tools of the government". There is much work yet to be done before accords can be fully accepted by the masses as their own people - assuming such a thing is even possible - but there is hope for the accords' place in the world. While these prospects are promising, one fact remains: accords are a relatively recent creation, and it's unknown just how long the average accord will be able to function for. The question seemingly hasn't eluded Albrite Industries, though they've dodged the inquiry on the few times it's cropped up. The company has, at least, acknowledged that "death" for accords is final: they were specifically designed such that their personalities can't be transplanted onto a new accord. Albrite Industries' CEO, Lyanna Light, justified this design choice by stating that "To give machines the gift of life is also to give them the blessing of death. There is no future for man and machine if we can't share the same fundamental joys and cruelties of this life together."
"Ready? We're not taking the picture until you say 'double peace!'"
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π¨: @MIZ0_mmm333
A drawing of Cross stepping forward, with one arm posted on her hip as it juts out to one side haughtily. She glances towards the viewer at an off angle with her free hand pointed up, while her scarf whips out into a Z-shape. The process of "raising" an accord - from their creation up to their initial certification - is known as "imprinting". Rather than merely feeding relevant datasets to accords through an automated process, imprinting is intended to be analogous to the typical human learning process, chiefly as a means of reducing potential gaps between man and machine, as well as introducing an element of commonality between the two. Due to these reasons (as well as the costs involved with the actual manufacturing of accords), the imprinting process is typically done in groups, in which a number of accords are raised akin to boarding schools; specially certified teachers serve as their guardians, while their classmates (other accords) are effectively their family throughout this process. Though there was initial skepticism towards the sheer inefficiency of funding privatized institutions for a then-unproven form of life, cooler heads ultimately prevailed, arguing that it was important to raise machines as if they were no different from humans. It was seen as a necessity to foster an environment where ideas could be steadily introduced to new accords, whereupon they could share these ideas with those like them and, over time, be exposed to the greater world around them. While some still hold onto hope that it could somehow be possible someday for humans and accords to be raised alongside each other, the reality seems unlikely: accords develop at an inherently faster rate than humans, and would rapidly outpace them in a mixed academic environment. Moreover, accords don't obtain their own unique frames until near the end of their imprinting process and... as they say, kids are cruel, aren't they? This piece was drawn by @kiwiboxers.bsky.social!
*Super Smash Bros. Brawl announcer voice*: CROSS!
The muffled Wii remote speaker: "Stay gold!"
#CrossArt #artwork
π¨: @kiwiboxers.bsky.social
last #sketch comm of this batch, an OC named Cross!
thank you to everyone who ordered one, comms are still open if youβre interested!
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A drawing of Cross dashingacross the ground, bounding forward off one leg with her red scarf trailing behind her, parallel to her outstretched arm. She stares at the viewer with a confident look in her eyes, almost as if she's checking to see if they're impressed by her mobility. She really likes to show off sometimes. While the creation and upbringing of the accords are heavily regulated, the process of integrating accords into human society is ever-ongoing. Nearly every aspect of an accord's growth was designed to be analogous to human development, largely to minimize potential barriers between man and machine. This way, it would be easier to find common ground in their upbringings, such as applying concepts learned through adolescence and discovering oneself. Though great care has been placed to minimize potential friction between the two races, many barriers persist in keeping the two from fully integrating. To the reader, I pose a question: what are the ethics of allowing accords to take part in traditional human competition? Logically, accords should have an advantage in competitive sports such as soccer or sprinting, not limited by stamina as humans would. However, not all accords are built equally; even ignoring the differences in frame construction, which does have varying limitations, the accords' advanced processing abilities doesn't guarantee their success in competitive environments. Though not formally studied, there exist secondhand accounts of accords cleanly losing games of chess to humans, be it due to relative disinterest or simply being outplayed. In spite of the broad assumption that machines can and will always outsmart humans, accounts such as this suggest the assumption is either unfounded or not fully applicable to accords. This is simply a microcosm of the endless qualms and quandaries a society wherein man & machine can coexist must face. This piece was a sketch request drawn by Pillar Buster (@pbx_hvn_breaker)!
"Hey, c'mon! Think you can keep up?"
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π¨: @pbx_hvn_breaker
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@bluestigma.bsky.social 's Cross!
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A drawing of Cross flashing a cocky smirk towards the view, jutting one hip out as she drives her heels into the ground off-screen, establishing a power stance. The back of her hand rests on her driven hip, while her free hand tosses one end of her red scarf back over her shoulder, in an almost uncaring fashion. She might be trying too hard to look cool... The creation of the accord series of robots has impacted human society in numerous ways, among which is the introduction of new business opportunities for conglomerates and individuals hoping to branch out. With there being substantial demand for those qualified to address the physical and psychological needs of the accords, their existence has opened up new avenues for mechanical designers, engineers, doctors, artists, and numerous such positions that contribute to the accords' way of life in some form or another. Though this has done little to ease concerns that accords are a mere evolution of job automation, stealing jobs from the blue-collar market that could have easily been handled by other humans. All of the work in regards to the accords' construction & maintenance is done in cooperation with Albrite Industries - the company responsible for creating the accords, who've kept documentation on their inner workings hidden beyond lock and key. That's not to say Albrite Industries hasn't released any information to the public - extensive documentation of how to handle the black boxes, including notes on a universal mounting system for frames and details of what NOT to do with them under any circumstances have been public knowledge for many years now. However, all details surrounding the creation and root functions of the black box have been safeguarded as a "trade secret". It's unknown exactly how Albrite Industries created the neural networks behind the accords' creation, or even what powers them - and the company has done little to quell such safety concerns. This piece was a skeb drawn by @Nafe_nasutetsu!
All that recent praise might be getting to her head a bit...
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π¨: @Nafe_nasutetsu
A drawing of Cross, smiling brightly as she leans to one side and places one hand upon her hip, while the other is stretched out behind her, towards her flowing red scarf. When robots like Cross - officially known as "accords" - conclude their imprinting process and are fitted into their own unique frames, they're given a specific classification based upon their certifications. These certifications are required for accords to pursue their desired career path, somewhat analogous to degrees and certifications for humans. Each accord certification falls into a number of existing categories; because Cross herself is certified in communication and management, she's classified as a "navigator-type" accord - ones who specialize in information management & processing. Though there exist a number of accord classifications, most are generally labeled as navigator-types or anchor-types - a category reserved for accords certified in movement, mechanics & machine operations. Anchor-type accords require a somewhat more involved imprinting process, since their frames necessitate power output tailored towards physical labor. Though there's something of a stereotype that anchor-type accords gravitate towards construction jobs, they tend to gravitate towards a range of different professions. Accord certifications aren't fixed, either; it's possible to obtain multiple certifications, giving them the opportunity to pivot career paths later in life if so desired. Though this sounds fairly standard, one would be surprised at how many people assume accords are permanently locked into one route in life. This piece was drawn by the mechabare master, @ohec0m0esty.bsky.social!
Smile for the camera and strike a pose!
#CrossArt #artwork
π¨: @ohec0m0esty.bsky.social
Have you seen her yet? Now you have!
Huge thanks to the master, Piku, for the new #CrossArt π
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"No, not like the website!" A drawing of Cross leaping into the air, throwing her arms together to form the shape of an X while she shouts aloud at somebody offscreen. Did you know? The neural networks of robots like Cross weren't built using conventional programming languages. This was done partially out of concern towards creating fully autonomous, sentient machines in a world heavily dependent upon more centralized online networks that could directly interface with then-modern computer architecture. The most vocal about this concern on the original project team was something of a film buff. More than that, it was a necessity to create a stronger foundation from which these machines could spring from; existing architecture simply couldn't support the scope of the project in its current state. Albrite Industries - the company responsible for this technological breakthrough - has come under fire in some circles for being highly protective of the codebase that's ushered in the age of man and machine. Though they've claimed it's purely for security purposes, some feel the maneuver is aggressively anti-competitive, giving Albrite Industries a monopoly on the market for such robots. Some have also speculated there are more malevolent intentions behind their refusal to distribute the codebase with other companies, though nothing concrete has ever come of this speculation. Cross just really likes the letter X. This piece was drawn by @33dot.bsky.social!
π! π!!
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π¨: @33dot.bsky.social
"Don't mess with the cross!" A stylish drawing of Cross crossing her arms over her chest in the shape of the letter X, tilting her head back and sticking her tongue out at the viewer with an aggressive look in her eyes, while her red scarf whips around behind her. It's a common misconception that androids like Cross are forced into premade bodies (known as "frames"), but this isn't true; as they grow closer to achieving self-actualization and developing a sense of self in late stages of the imprinting process, they're given free input during the design process for their frame. The process is a rather lengthy one, involving correspondence between the recipient, their guardian, and an appropriate frame manufacturer, which includes a company representative and designer. The process typically takes around 6 months, accounting for the design process and ensuring the frame meets all required legal and safety standards. Yes, this means Cross really wanted a tiny hat and X symbols etched onto her joints. She thought it'd be cool. This piece of art was done by @omoti_sakamoto, over on Twitter!
Cross your heart and stay alive!
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π¨: @omoti_sakamoto
"Just 'cause you're running doesn't mean you can't still hit a wall, y'know?" A drawing of Cross relaxing in front of a sunset backdrop, winking towards the viewer as her red scarf flows in the wind. After a long day of work, it's important to relax and give the mind some room to breathe; even robot girls can only operate under heavy load for so long! It's a common misconception that such robots can process and calculate everything like a computer, but their engineering typically requires a period of "stasis lock" to internalize and properly parse through a days' worth of events and information during periods of activation. This process is also required for routine check-ups to ensure their processing abilities are in good standing over the course of their life. This piece of art was done by the incredible @gomipomi.bsky.social!
Wanna take a break and enjoy the sunset for a while?
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π¨: @gomipomi.bsky.social
Cross attempting her best impression of Sonic the Hedgehog's signature pose from the first Genesis game. Her day job only involves managing information and isn't the least bit performative, so there's really no reason for her to strike a pose this stylish. Though, that's probably the reason she went out of her way to look so cool to begin with... so shine on, Cross! Artwork by the legendary @lhata4564.bsky.social! https://skeb.jp/@hata4564/works/75
Reporting for duty!
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π¨: @lhata4564.bsky.social
