# 08 Comparison Rules

Every future asset is compared against the relevant golden reference.

## Score Form

| Field | Score | Notes |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Readability | 0-100 | Does the asset read at gameplay scale? |
| Animation | 0-100 | Does motion communicate action clearly? |
| Palette | 0-100 | Does it use approved tokens with correct contrast? |
| Material | 0-100 | Are materials recognizable at 50% scale? |
| Silhouette | 0-100 | Does role read without color? |
| Gameplay | 0-100 | Does gameplay function read instantly? |
| Originality | 0-100 | Is it free from copied design language? |
| Maintainability | 0-100 | Can it be extended and updated cleanly? |
| Production Cost | 0-100 | Is cost appropriate for the asset's role? |

## Comparison Steps

1. Select matching golden reference.
2. Score each criterion.
3. Average the score.
4. Record blockers.
5. Approve only if total score is at least 95.