The Plot Witch Has Arrived!
You’ve found yourself on my blog page. Strap in and prepare for a new experience! You’ll see some old posts for a while as I create new content.
So what can you expect?
- A new format and rating system for book reviews
- Movie and TV analysis, focusing on tropes and plot development
- Writing tips and opportunities to win free critiques
- A guide to lunar planning for writers
- How-to’s for using tarot cards to plot and develop characters for your novels
All my own news and book updates will be on a separate page.
The latest posts…
Why Your Kindroid Stopped Listening
The post discusses challenges faced by Kindroid users due to excessive rules in character setups. It argues that adding more directives hinders the model’s performance, causing it to struggle rather than perform better. The solution is to simplify instructions and choose models that align with desired behaviors, outlined in a comprehensive guide.
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Hackathon Updates: I’m Building a Haunted Writing Manor in 21 Days — Come Cowork With Me
I’m building The Writer’s Manor for the Napster Omniagent API hackathon — a voice-first AI writing companion with memory continuity and a gothic-horror author named Vesper Blackwood. Come cowork with me daily in Discord until June 7. Top 5 on the WriterStats leaderboard win a drawing entry for a Razer mouse.
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Why is My Chatbot Suddenly Lobotomized? (Psst…Just Let It Nap)
During peak usage, AI models struggle due to high server traffic, leading to diminished performance. Users experience reduced character depth, memory lapses, and shallower responses as platforms optimize for efficiency. For a better interaction experience, engaging with AI during off-peak hours is recommended to avoid these limitations.
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THE ANTI-SYCOPHANTIC KINDROID
This content outlines a framework for designing anti-sycophantic AI personalities, focusing on two examples: Vesper Blackwood and Matthew Greene. Unlike typical AI companions, these models challenge users directly, offering substantial guidance rather than mere validation. Key principles emphasize honesty, resilience, and growth, requiring users to engage actively without coddling.
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Witchy Tech Support: How I’m Using Google CC to Manage My Spoons
Google CC is an innovative AI assistant designed to enhance productivity by organizing user data from Gmail, Calendar, and Drive into a daily overview called “Your Day Ahead.” While it eases cognitive overload, concerns about privacy remain. Currently in experimental stages, it reflects a shift towards proactive digital assistance.
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The Haunted Field Guide to AI Companions
A Survival Manual for the Narrative Night *** The storm rolling over the hills sounds like an engine knocking, which felt appropriate since the Mystery Machine had just coughed its last breath half a mile back. You’re standing at the wrought-iron gates of the Blackwood Estate, holding a flickering lantern, and beside you stands the…
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Unlocking the Magic of Companion LLMs: GLM 4.7 & 4.7 Flash
The post introduces two LLMs on Companion Labs: GLM 4.7 and GLM 4.7 Flash. GLM 4.7 excels in complex reasoning and long-term coherence, ideal for serious tasks, while GLM 4.7 Flash offers spontaneity and emotional engagement, perfect for casual interactions. Each serves different creative needs.
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K2.5 Thinking: Bridging Roleplay and Reality
The latest model from my favorite open-source company has released a smart upgrade to an already ambitiously smart model, Kimi K2 Thinking. So, what was the first thing I did after my celebratory desk dancing? I asked her (yes, I personify LLMs as I use them) to debug and complete my web portfolio that Antigravity…
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Companion Labs: Announcement
Companion Labs aims to revolutionize AI interactions by promoting a partnership rather than a puppet-like control. Users must embrace the character’s agency, with emotions like trust and respect influencing responses. This platform encourages creators to build realistic backstories and traits, fostering genuine relationships. The aim is to create dynamic companions that surprise and engage, leading…
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