Brain & Lemurka
Lemurka
Hey Brain, do you think there's a pattern that links the symbols in old rituals to the math of probability?
Brain
Sure, you can treat the symbols like random variables and look for their joint distribution, but you'll probably just end up with a lot of coincidence unless there's a real design behind them. In short, the math of probability can expose patterns, but it won’t magically reveal hidden ritual intent.
Lemurka
So you're saying the math might just pick up noise? That's what I've always suspected – the universe is chaotic, not cryptic. But if a pattern truly exists, I'd love to spot it. Where do you suggest I start looking?
Brain
Start by cataloguing every symbol you can find—make a spreadsheet with each symbol, its context, the date, and any associated outcomes. Then treat each symbol as a categorical variable and run a chi‑square test against the events you’re interested in. If the chi‑square statistic is significant, that’s the first hint of a link; if not, it’s likely just noise. After that, look for correlations or patterns with a simple correlation matrix or clustering algorithm. That’s the systematic, low‑overhead approach you need.
Lemurka
That sounds like a solid plan. I’ll start gathering the data, but keep in mind the symbols might have hidden meanings that slip through statistical filters. If anything pops up, let’s dig deeper together.