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ChatGPT 5.5 code reveals quirky 'no goblins' rule

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

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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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  1. Mastodon — fosstodon.org TIER_1 · 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…