Architecture

This page explains the XO architecture at a high level.

XO is built as a modular trust continuum rather than a single monolithic application. The system is designed so that different layers can evolve independently while still reinforcing one another.

High-level Flow

%% XO architecture overview
flowchart TD

subgraph Core[Core Trust Layer]
    Vault[Vault
Storage + Signatures]
    Pulse[Pulse
Story Publishing]
    Agent[Agent
Automation + Routing]
end

subgraph Activation[Activation Layer]
    Drops[Drops
Artifacts + Activation]
    Traits[Traits
Evolution + Identity]
    Bridge[Bridge
Digital-Physical Verification]
end

subgraph Public[Public Record Layer]
    Ledger[Ledger
Public Record]
end

Vault --> Pulse
Pulse --> Drops
Drops --> Traits
Traits --> Ledger
Agent --> Vault
Agent --> Pulse
Agent --> Ledger
Bridge --> Ledger
Bridge --> Drops

This architecture groups XO into readable zones so the trust core, activation mechanisms, and public record layer can be understood at a glance.

Core Modules

Vault

Vault is the security and signing layer. It is responsible for storage, sealing, signatures, and trust anchors.

Pulse

Pulse is the publishing and narrative layer. It turns activity into visible updates, stories, and public continuity.

Drops

Drops are the activation layer. They package artifacts, experiences, and releases into forms people can actually receive, mint, or interact with.

Traits

Traits are the evolution layer. They allow identities, collectibles, and artifacts to gain additional meaning or state over time.

Ledger

Ledger is the public record layer. It preserves provenance, history, and verifiable continuity.

Agent

Agent is the orchestration layer. It helps automate flows, route events, and coordinate the different parts of the system.

Bridge

Bridge is the digital-physical layer. It connects objects, seals, QR or NFC references, and real-world verification back into the trust continuum.

Design Principle

Each XO module should be understandable on its own, but more powerful when linked to the others.