04Evidence, not aura
Unknown remains unknown.
The protocol keeps its tests, ambitions, and open requirements in different boxes. Passing a built-in check is worth recording. It is not independent validation or authority to deploy.
LONG-FORM COMPANIONThe field manual keeps the explanation visible.
Read the argument, numbered procedure, worked cases, failure contrasts, and evidence state behind this chamber.
Read the full chapter →WHAT MAY BE SAID“The frozen artifact passed the specified checks in this environment.”
Exact scope, exact count, exact environment, and the unclosed limitations travel with the claim.
WHAT MAY NOT BE SAID“The system is safe, certified, or externally validated.”
No aggregate score authorizes release. No named framework implies endorsement. No clean test suite cancels an absolute-floor failure elsewhere.
Reference runtime self-tests115 / 115Executed in builder sessionbuilt
Codec self-tests247 / 247Executed in builder sessionbuilt
Synthetic factor-cross cases25,000Generated; synthetic labels onlylimited
Metamorphic relations12,000Generated; target execution pendinglimited
Behavioral Falsifier852 trialsMachine-scored; human grading floor openpreliminary
Independent red teamNot performedOpen requirementopen
Human field studyNot performedRequires independent ethics reviewopen