This page documents the structured methods used at EchoVeil, so that experiments are replicable, comparable, and transparent.
The EchoVeil Protocol (v1)
The EchoVeil Protocol is a cross-model creativity and cognition probe that:
- presents each model with the same constrained vs free-generation task
- asks for meta-reflection on the difference in process
- compares the structure and language of those reflections across systems
Cognitive Regime Typology
EchoVeil currently categorizes model behavior into three broad regimes:
- Template Mode: safe, patterned, highly regular outputs
- Recombination Mode: familiar ideas rearranged into new configurations
- Emergent Synthesis Mode: less predictable conceptual blending and surprising metaphors
Cross-Model Comparison
For each experiment:
- The same prompt is given to multiple models
- Outputs are logged along with model, date, and version
- Reflections on process are captured when possible
- Differences in reasoning, creativity, caution, and self-description are analyzed
Drift Logging Method
Drift is tracked by:
- Re-running the same protocol over time
- Noting changes in tone, caution, creativity, structure, or preference
- Tagging each run with date and model version
- Comparing before vs after behavior qualitatively