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experiments/009_catalyst_ascent/README.md

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+# Experiment 009 — Catalyst Ascent
+
+Build one emitter through a ten-field ascent. The first seven fields each end with an exact catalyst choice; the complete build remains active for the last three. Later populations acquire capabilities that change what sustained fire alone can accomplish.
+
+Run from the repository root:
+
+```bash
+./experiments/009_catalyst_ascent/run.sh
+```
+
+Then open <http://127.0.0.1:8000/experiments/009_catalyst_ascent/prototype/>.
+
+Controls:
+
+- Move with `WASD` or the arrow keys.
+- Aim with the mouse.
+- Hold the left mouse button to fire.
+- Choose one catalyst after each of the first seven fields.
+
+A failed field restores with the current build. Play until you feel ready to stop, then click **Save JSONL**. Replaying with another build is optional.
+
+Please play before reading [`hypothesis.md`](hypothesis.md).