NODE: A single, self-contained entry representing a precise belief or principle. Every NODE is composed of a distilled idea and its rigorous elaboration. There are three types of NODE:

• Claim: A statement of fact.
• Instruction: A prescriptive rule or recommendation.
• Axiom: A foundational rule, unproved but assumed true.

TERM: A concept precisely defined for consistent use across the system. (All TERMS can be found in the Glossary)

GHOST NODE: A claim or instruction upon which other NODES implicitly rely, though not yet explicitly formalised within the FRAMEWORK. (All GHOST NODES must eventually be formalised to preserve the coherence of the system. If a GHOST NODE is found to be invalid, its connections within the FRAMEWORK must be reconsidered.)

1. A latent idea is set down.
2. This idea is then explored and challenged comprehensively with the use of an interrogative AI model trained to act as an inquisitive interlocutor by means of isolating assumptions, identifying implicit dependencies, and exposing hidden contradictions through disciplined and recursive interrogation - a process of back-and-forth interaction between myself and AI interrogator designed to impose sustained logical pressure so that no claim survives by mere momentum, ambiguity, or oversight.
3. Once the idea has been adequately unpacked and explored, my interlocutor then proceeds to stress-test the idea by presenting hypothetical edge cases, probing my responses for potential incongruity.
4. If the idea survives this stress-testing, I then proceed to construct a brief written summary/argument justifying the assertion or instruction. This combination of 'statement' and 'note' together constitute a NODE.
5. With the help of the AI assistant, this NODE is then deconstructed into its component parts (i.e. all claims and assumptions contained within the note). These components are then checked against the existing FRAMEWORK for contradiction.
6. The NODE is then integrated into the FRAMEWORK: Where a component matches a preexisting NODE a connection is established. Where a component is new, it is connected as a GHOST NODE for future exploration.

• All NODES must be logically independent and internally coherent.
• Contradictions are not permitted; all conflicts - both within each NODE and between NODES - must be resolved.
• Every TERM must be interrogated with the same rigour as the NODES before being formally defined; and all TERMS must be used consistently throughout the FRAMEWORK.
• No assumption may be accepted without interrogation.