Model Behavior Layer (Ares MBL)#

What it does#

• 8 named failure modes with exact rationalizations and counter-instructions (from Claude Code verificationAgent.ts pattern)
• 3-layer cognitive performance framework (context injection + output rules + critique loop)
• Drop-in system prompt block under 700 tokens for any model

How to use#

1. Drop-in system prompt (fastest)

Read MAKE_ANY_MODEL_CLAUDE.md in this skill directory. Copy the "Drop-In System Prompt" block at the end. Paste into your SOUL.md, AGENTS.md, or any system prompt.

2. Full guide

Read MAKE_ANY_MODEL_CLAUDE.md section by section. Apply the failure mode framework progressively.

3. Model-specific

Jump to the Model-Specific Notes section for GPT-5.4, Gemini, or Codex weighting guidance.

When to use this skill#

• Switching from Claude to GPT-5.4 or Gemini
• New agent setup (add the drop-in block to SOUL.md)
• Current model is sycophantic, padding responses, or not completing tasks
• Deploying OpenClaw for others who may be on non-Claude models

Source#

Reverse-engineered from Claude Code's verificationAgent.ts + Eric (@outsource_) cognitive framework. Built by Ares.

GitHub: https://github.com/rushindrasinha/ares-mbl