Fractal visionaries and enthusiasts:  

Today's image is a scene in the parent fractal that results when the expression Z^(2.02)+C is iterated 1/10 of one step down the hyperladder with no function applied.  This parent is basically a Mandelbrot set with its main bud split into two parts.  Today's scene lies in the spike extending from the northern half-bud, which has degenerated into an area of chaos.

The name "Crispy Critters" has little connection to the image.  I simply thought it sounded rather catchy.

The art rating of a 7 indicates that IMO the image is somewhat above average.  The math rating of a 6 shows that we have been here several times before.

The calculation time of a speedy 45 seconds will leave little time wasted if dis-satisfaction arises.  A check of the web sites will always assure satisfaction however.

Puffy clouds decorated the sky here at Fractal Central today, but the morning temperature of a chilly 18F -8C kept thoughts of spring at bay.  The fractal cats had an average cat day, as the humans did also.

The next FOTD will be posted soon.  Until next time, take care, and don't be worried if you just don't get it.

Jim Muth
jimmuth@earthlink.net


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frm:MandelbrotBC3   { ; by several Fractint users
  e=p1, a=imag(p2)+100
  p=real(p2)+PI
  q=2*PI*fn1(p/(2*PI))
  r=real(p2)+PI-q
  Z=C=Pixel:
    Z=log(Z)
    IF(imag(Z)>r)
      Z=Z+flip(2*PI)
    ENDIF
    Z=exp(e*(Z+flip(q)))+C
  |Z|<a }

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