The following parameters constitute the non-negotiable identity baseline for all downstream generative operations. Every output produced within the GROUNDETHIQ architecture must satisfy these constraints prior to delivery.

Each marker is assigned a weight coefficient α (0.0–1.0) indicating non-negotiability, and an elasticity parameter β (0.0–0.3) indicating permitted contextual variation. Markers with α ≥ 0.90 are absolute invariants.

Additional markers extracted from Onboarding Protocol — Section B — are appended to this registry upon Footprint installation. Registry is sealed and immutable post-certification.

The Lexical Exclusion Perimeter (LEP) defines terms, patterns, and registers whose presence in any generative output constitutes a signal violation. Each entry carries a conflict resolution rule governing system behaviour upon detection. Overrides require explicit VDL authorisation.

The Sovereign Operating Range defines the measurable zone within which the signal is certified. These four parameters are derived from the Signal Drift Score (SDS) audit results and constitute the quantitative foundation of The Lock (Asset 03).

SOR parameters are recalibrated at each quarterly maintenance cycle. Deviations beyond ±15% of target values trigger a recalibration alert and initiate Tactical Buffer Protocol.

The Footprint constitutes the input layer for The Lock (Asset 02). These specifications define the transmission protocol between the two assets — no generative output is authorised prior to Lock installation and activation.

Three axioms govern all conflict resolution within this Footprint. These axioms are absolute and may not be suspended by Operator-Defined Variables.

R07 — Single Session. The Footprint integrity model requires exclusive operational binding to a single active context at any given time.

Nothing executes without this Decisional Footprint.