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People have been asking about the process of creating what some are claiming is the first complete, original, AI-generated 2D animated cartoon show! As you can see, the editing process still requires quite a lot of work and finesse, especially with audio and keeping the visuals consistent and fluid. The script was simple, and written just like any other script; and though the AI did invent its own clever bits of dialogue based on looser prompts (Wigger Will rap and the street fight), the majority of the dialogue was written by me. I drew the foundational Will Stancil character drawing by hand, and shots with multiple characters were arranged in Flash. Additional dubbing, sound effects, color correction and light special effects were also added.

This episode confirms my theory that quality AI content very much depends on human input and the vision of a sharp mind. Directing, writing, and timing abilities are still essential, as well as the ability to make effective political comedy and satire. This is something that has proven very difficult to do, but I think I finally achieved it in this piece. AI also adds the exciting twist of unpredictability and random chaos, even with the most specific of prompts. This wild card just enhances production for me, as I have always thrived on making stuff up as I go and rolling with creative elements not fully in my control. The random feature of AI adds to the humor and madcap feel of 2D animated work, and I hope the little bugs and kinks never fully go away.

Many have also asked, will The Will Stancil Show be a full series? And the answer is yes! I have several episodes already in mind, all formulating at once. Never before have I been able to write a coherent series! The opening song took about 2 hours to make and the rest of the episode took a little less than two days, so making the first AI-generated 2D cartoon series is extremely doable. The ultimate freedom of TIME that AI has granted me - possibly up to 100 thousand times faster than traditional animated work - is opening up so many creative dimensions that I have never experienced! I am so deliriously happy, I am cackling at almost all times! All that is required is for me to have continued access to this tool and for my brain to remain intact. Since this tool has already been replicated in multiple different forms, it is not going anywhere, and my brain certainly isn't. So a full series of the Will Stancil Show is inevitable!

Many are also asking how they can support the show and my new animated work. I am in the process of setting up an Emily Youcis Gumroad with full archives of the Alfred Alfer series, my live videos and skits, and all of the new films that I made in the past year. That will be launching soon as a simple way for you all to keep the electricity on so I can keep doing what I do best!

Thank you all for the wonderful reception, shares, reviews, and comments. I really do believe The Will Stancil Show has made history and I'm so thrilled that everyone is recognizing the importance of this groundbreaking cultural victory. Stay Tuned!