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Wataku AI Usage Policy

1. Introduction

Artificial intelligence is an important part of the Wataku platform.

This AI Usage Policy explains how artificial intelligence (“AI”) is used within Wataku, what players can expect from AI-powered features, and the responsibilities of both Wataku and its users.

This Policy should be read together with the:

  • Wataku Terms of Service
  • Wataku Privacy Policy
  • Wataku Community Guidelines

2. Our Philosophy

Wataku uses AI to help players:

  • learn;
  • explore;
  • practice;
  • analyze;
  • improve.

Our goal is not to replace human creativity or strategic thinking.

Instead, AI is designed to make the game more accessible, educational, and enjoyable while encouraging players to develop their own understanding of strategy.

Human judgment, curiosity, and creativity remain at the heart of Wataku.

3. AI Features

Depending on the features available, Wataku may provide AI-powered functionality including:

  • AI opponents;
  • AI personalities with distinct playing styles;
  • AI Coach;
  • move explanations;
  • game analysis;
  • Academy assistance;
  • puzzle generation;
  • educational recommendations;
  • replay commentary;
  • strategy suggestions.

Features available to a particular user may vary depending on the version of the platform and applicable entitlements.

4. AI Opponents

AI opponents are designed to provide enjoyable and educational gameplay.

Different AI opponents may intentionally exhibit different characteristics, including:

  • tactical aggression;
  • positional play;
  • defensive style;
  • experimental play;
  • educational focus;
  • beginner-friendly behavior.

An AI personality represents a designed playing style rather than a guarantee of optimal play.

5. AI Coach

The AI Coach is intended to help players better understand Wataku.

Examples include:

  • explaining legal moves;
  • explaining strategic ideas;
  • identifying tactical opportunities;
  • highlighting mistakes;
  • suggesting alternative plans;
  • recommending Academy topics for further study.

The AI Coach is intended as an educational tool.

Players remain responsible for their own decisions.

6. AI Analysis

AI analysis may evaluate:

  • completed games;
  • selected positions;
  • puzzles;
  • Academy exercises;
  • replay positions.

Analysis may include:

  • positional observations;
  • tactical ideas;
  • strategic recommendations;
  • alternative move suggestions;
  • educational commentary.

Analysis is intended to improve understanding rather than provide guaranteed “best moves.”

7. AI Personalities

Wataku may include AI personalities designed with different strategic identities.

These personalities are intended to provide variety and enjoyable learning experiences.

Unless explicitly stated otherwise, AI personalities:

  • are fictional;
  • do not represent endorsement by any real individual;
  • are not guaranteed to reproduce the exact play style of any human player.

Where Wataku licenses or officially collaborates with a real person in the future, that relationship will be clearly identified.

8. AI Accuracy

Although Wataku strives to provide high-quality AI features:

AI systems may:

  • make mistakes;
  • misunderstand positions;
  • provide incomplete explanations;
  • overlook tactical ideas;
  • generate suboptimal recommendations.

AI output should be treated as educational assistance rather than infallible advice.

9. Continuous Improvement

AI models and algorithms are continuously refined.

As a result:

  • responses may change over time;
  • analysis quality may improve;
  • coaching methods may evolve;
  • personalities may receive updates.

Improvements are part of the ongoing development of Wataku.

10. Responsible Use

Players are expected to use AI features responsibly.

Examples of appropriate use include:

  • learning the game;
  • analyzing completed games;
  • practicing against AI;
  • exploring strategy;
  • improving skills.

Examples of inappropriate use may include:

  • attempting to abuse AI systems;
  • intentionally disrupting AI services;
  • using AI features in violation of tournament rules;
  • exploiting technical weaknesses in AI systems.

Additional competition-specific rules may apply to official events.

11. AI and Competitive Play

Certain competitive events may place restrictions on the use of AI assistance during live games.

Where such restrictions apply, they will be described in the applicable tournament or event rules.

Outside those restrictions, players are encouraged to use AI as a learning tool before and after games.

12. AI Data Processing

To provide AI-powered features, Wataku may process information such as:

  • gameplay positions;
  • replay data;
  • Academy interactions;
  • questions submitted to AI features;
  • player preferences relevant to AI functionality.

Information is processed in accordance with the Wataku Privacy Policy.

13. Third-Party AI Providers

Wataku may use internally developed AI systems, trusted third-party AI providers, or a combination of both.

Where third-party providers are used, Wataku selects providers based on technical capability, reliability, and security considerations.

Use of third-party providers does not change Wataku’s commitment to protecting user information in accordance with the Privacy Policy.

14. Human Oversight

AI features do not replace human judgment.

Important decisions regarding:

  • account moderation;
  • payment issues;
  • security investigations;
  • support requests;
  • enforcement actions;

may involve review by Wataku personnel, even when AI-assisted tools are used.

15. Fairness

Wataku is committed to developing AI systems that promote fair play.

We continually work to improve:

  • consistency;
  • educational value;
  • accessibility;
  • transparency;
  • competitive integrity.

AI features are designed to support learning rather than create unfair competitive advantages.

16. Feedback

Player feedback is valuable.

If you believe an AI feature:

  • produced an incorrect explanation;
  • behaved unexpectedly;
  • generated inappropriate content;
  • demonstrated a technical issue;

please let us know.

Responsible feedback helps improve future versions of Wataku.

17. Future Development

As Wataku evolves, AI capabilities may expand to include additional educational and gameplay features.

Examples may include:

  • improved coaching;
  • richer replay analysis;
  • adaptive learning paths;
  • stronger AI personalities;
  • personalized Academy recommendations;
  • enhanced accessibility features.

These examples represent development goals rather than guaranteed future functionality.

18. Policy Updates

Wataku may update this AI Usage Policy as AI capabilities evolve.

Material changes will be reflected by updating the “Last Updated” date and, where appropriate, notifying users through the Services.

19. Contact

Questions regarding AI features or this Policy may be directed to the official Wataku support contact once published.

20. Our Commitment

Artificial intelligence is one of the foundations of Wataku, but it is not the purpose of the game.

The purpose of Wataku is to inspire thoughtful play, continuous learning, and meaningful competition.

We believe AI should help players become stronger thinkers—not replace the enjoyment of discovering strategy for themselves.

As Wataku grows, we are committed to developing AI that is:

  • educational;
  • transparent;
  • respectful of player privacy;
  • supportive of fair competition;
  • continually improving.

Thank you for helping us shape the future of strategic play.