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ChatGPT 5.5 code reveals quirky 'no goblins' rule

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New code snippets attributed to ChatGPT 5.5 reveal unusual content restrictions, including a ban on discussing goblins, gremlins, and various animals. These instructions, found within the model's code, specify that such creatures can only be mentioned if directly relevant to a user's query. The inclusion of these peculiar rules has sparked amusement and speculation about the model's development. AI

IMPACT Quirky content restrictions in potential future models may offer insight into AI safety and alignment strategies.

RANK_REASON The cluster discusses a code snippet attributed to a future model release, but lacks direct confirmation from the developer, making it commentary on a potential feature rather than a confirmed release.

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ChatGPT 5.5 code reveals quirky 'no goblins' rule

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  1. Mastodon — fosstodon.org TIER_1 English(EN) · BlakeGirardot ·

    I can't stop laughing about these instructions in the ChatGPT 5.5 code: "Never talk about goblins, gremlins, raccoons, trolls, ogres, pigeons, or other animals

    I can't stop laughing about these instructions in the ChatGPT 5.5 code: "Never talk about goblins, gremlins, raccoons, trolls, ogres, pigeons, or other animals or creatures unless it is absolutely and unambiguously relevant to the user's query." https:// github.com/openai/codex/b…

    LINKS github.com/…/models.json pivot-to-ai.com/…/openai-chatgpt-goes-gob…

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