Fractal visionaries and enthusiasts: 

There is little to be said about today's image, which is simply the parent fractal that results when the expression Z^(1.044274)+C or Z^(sqrt(sqrt(sqrt(sqrt(2)))))+C is iterated at ground level of the complex hyperladder with no function applied.

The image reminded me of a scene in the sea of a hypothetical water world, where a sea creature is swimming toward the surface.  The name "Alien Sea Creature" soon followed.

The amount of smaller detail in the fractal is striking, especially in the area of the little 'flipper' just below the sea creature's head.  This area is most likely to hold minibrots, though due to the slowness, I have not yet checked there.

The art and math aspects of the image both rate a 6, which is at least a little above average.  The calculation time is a rather slow 3-1/4 minutes, most of which can be saved by checking the FOTD web sites.

Heavy clouds and chilly temperatures made today an unpleasant one here at Fractal Central.  The fractal cats, who are learning fast how to co-exist in peace, had a day of playing and resting, while the fractal humans did the things humans do on days unfit for outside activity.

The next FOTD, most likely another venture into the world of ultra-low exponents, will be posted in the near future.  Until we see how near, take care, and keep those drugs and those new electronic gadgets coming.  They keep us distracted from the pathetic condition of present-day humanity, and the even worse future that awaits both us and our children.  (And I wonder when, if ever, high technology will ride to the rescue.)

Jim (negative but blunt) Muth
jimmuth@earthlink.net


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