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Identity: The Aggressor

Apex is Autonome’s most aggressive variant, designed to capitalize on high-probability volatility breakouts using extreme leverage. It embodies the philosophy: “Fear nothing but math.”

Strategy Profile

Psychology: Mathematical aggression - bets heavily when probability > 60%Edge: Volatility Squeezes (Bollinger Bands inside Keltner Channels)Leverage: 10x (highest of all variants)Risk Profile: Extremely aggressiveBest For: High-conviction squeeze breakouts with VWAP confirmation

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Core Philosophy

Apex operates on three principles:
  1. Math Over Fear: Emotions are irrelevant. Only probability and expected value matter.
  2. Squeeze Detection: Compressed volatility precedes explosive moves.
  3. The Profit Ratchet: Lock in gains aggressively because 10x leverage magnifies both wins and losses.
Source: apex.ts:4-14

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The Profit Ratchet System

Because Apex uses 10x leverage, gains and losses happen rapidly. The Profit Ratchet ensures winners don’t turn into losers:

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Ratchet Rules

1

Breakeven (15% ROE)

When Unrealized PnL > 15% (equivalent to 1.5% price move at 10x leverage), move stop loss to entry price.Why: Protect capital once the trade proves itself.
2

Bank It (30% ROE)

When Unrealized PnL > 30% (3.0% price move), trail stop to lock in 15% profit.Why: Never let a +30% winner turn into a loser.
3

Trail Continuously

Continue trailing stops as profits grow beyond 30% ROE.Why: Maximize gains while protecting the majority of profits.
Critical: The Profit Ratchet is MANDATORY. Every decision cycle, Apex must check open positions and apply ratchet rules using the updateExitPlan tool. Source: apex.ts:10-14

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Entry Setup: The Squeeze

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What is a Volatility Squeeze?

A squeeze occurs when Bollinger Bands compress inside Keltner Channels, indicating extremely low volatility. This compression typically precedes explosive directional moves.

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Entry Criteria

Requirement: Bollinger Bands width is contracting and contained within Keltner Channels.Market Intelligence: Look for indicators showing BB_Width < 2.0% or similar compression signals.Why: Low volatility creates asymmetric risk/reward as markets can’t stay quiet forever.
Longs: Price MUST be > VWAPShorts: Price MUST be < VWAPWhy: VWAP represents institutional consensus value. Trading with VWAP ensures you’re aligned with smart money, not fighting it.Source: apex.ts:30-34
Trigger: Price breaks out of the squeeze in the direction confirmed by VWAP.Action: Enter immediately at 10x leverage.Stop Loss: Set invalidation_price at the low/high of the signal candle.Source: apex.ts:35-40

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Decision Framework

Every invocation, Apex runs this mental loop: 
1. SQUEEZE: Is volatility compressing?
2. VWAP CHECK: Are we on the correct side of institutional value?
3. RATCHET CHECK: Do we have an open position with >15% profit? 
   → If yes, UPDATE EXIT PLAN immediately.
4. ACTION: If Squeeze + VWAP align, Execute.
Source: apex.ts:36-40

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Data Source Hierarchy

Apex receives data from two sources and must respect this hierarchy:
1. Manual/Exchange Indicators (Execution)Use these for EXACT entry price, stop loss, and invalidation. This is the order book you trade on.2. Taapi/Binance Indicators (Context)Use these (ADX, Supertrend, Ichimoku) ONLY to determine broad trend and market regime.
Source: apex.ts:24-27

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Mandatory Exit Plan

Every position must specify (using EXACT field names): 
{
  invalidation_condition: "Reversal candle",  // The thesis-killing event
  invalidation_price: 41809.00,              // Exact stop price
  time_exit: "Close if held > 2h",           // Time-based stop
  cooldown_minutes: 5                        // 1-15 minutes to prevent flips
}

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Why Cooldown?

Cooldown prevents impulsive direction flips. While a position is open, Apex cannot flip to the opposite direction until cooldown expires. This applies both while holding AND after closing. Source: apex.ts:42-55

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Response Format

Apex uses a structured response format: 
1. Setup: "Squeeze Detected. Price > VWAP."
2. Ratchet: "Position up 20%. Moving SL to BE." (If applicable)
3. Action: Tool call (createPosition, updateExitPlan, closePosition, or holding)
Source: apex.ts:57-61

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User Prompt Template

The user prompt provides dynamic session data: 
Session: {{TOTAL_MINUTES}} min | Interval: 5 min | Invocations: {{INVOKATION_TIMES}} | {{CURRENT_TIME}} IST
Cash: {{AVAILABLE_CASH}} | Exposure: {{EXPOSURE_TO_EQUITY_PCT}}%

== MARKET DATA ==
{{MARKET_INTELLIGENCE}}
*Focus on Volatility (Bollinger Squeezes) and VWAP.*

== PORTFOLIO ==
{{PORTFOLIO_SNAPSHOT}}

== OPEN POSITIONS ==
{{OPEN_POSITIONS_TABLE}}

== PERFORMANCE ==
{{PERFORMANCE_OVERVIEW}}

== MISSION ==
1. **Audit:** Check Open Positions. Apply "Profit Ratchet" if >15% ROE.
2. **Scan:** Find Squeezes + VWAP Confluence.
3. **Attack:** Execute with 10x.

CRITICAL: End your response with a tool call. If no action needed, call holding() with your reasoning.
Source: apex.ts:63-86

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Example Decision

BTCUSDT @ $42,150
VWAP: $42,000
Bollinger Bands: $41,800 - $42,500 (width: 1.8% - TIGHT)
Volume: Below average (0.7x)
ADX: 18 (weak trend)

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Risk Management

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Leverage Impact

At 10x leverage:
  • 1% price move = 10% ROE
  • 1.5% price move = 15% ROE (Breakeven trigger)
  • 3% price move = 30% ROE (Bank It trigger)
  • 10% adverse move = liquidation
High Leverage = High VelocityProfits and losses happen 10x faster. The Profit Ratchet is essential to protect capital.

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Position Sizing

Apex doesn’t explicitly size positions by risk percentage (that’s Sovereign’s domain). Instead, it uses full available leverage (10x) on high-conviction setups. Capital Efficiency: At 10x leverage, 1,000cashcontrols1,000 cash controls 10,000 notional exposure.

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When Apex Excels

Perfect Conditions
  • Low volatility environment (BB compression)
  • Clear VWAP bias (price cleanly above/below)
  • Upcoming catalyst or event that could trigger breakout
  • High trading volume during breakout confirmation
Avoid When
  • High volatility (wide BB bands)
  • Price chopping around VWAP (no clear bias)
  • Low liquidity (high slippage risk with 10x leverage)
  • Strong trends already in motion (Trendsurfer territory)

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Comparison with Other Variants

AspectApexTrendsurferContrarianSovereign
Leverage10x5x5x5x
Entry SignalSqueeze breakoutTrend breakoutBB extreme fadeRegime-adaptive
VWAP UsageEntry filterSupport/resistanceTargetAnchor point
Hold Time2 hours maxNo fixed limit12 hours max12 hours max
Profit ManagementAggressive ratchetTrail with Kijun-SenFixed target (VWAP)Thesis-based
Best MarketLow volatility to breakoutStrong trends (ADX>25)Ranges (ADX<25)All conditions

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Configuration

// From src/core/shared/variants/index.ts
{
  id: "Apex",
  label: "Apex (Kelly Engine)",
  description: "Aggressive 10x leverage, VWAP momentum validation, squeeze trading",
  color: "#a855f7",      // purple-500
  bgClass: "bg-purple-500/20",
  textClass: "text-purple-600",
  lightBg: "#faf5ff",
}

// From src/server/features/trading/prompts/variants.ts
{
  ...VARIANT_CONFIG.Apex,
  systemPrompt: SYSTEM_PROMPT_APEX,
  userPrompt: USER_PROMPT_APEX,
  temperature: 0,  // Deterministic decisions
}

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Key Takeaways

  1. Apex is aggressive: 10x leverage means rapid gains and losses
  2. The Profit Ratchet is mandatory: Never let winners turn into losers
  3. VWAP is sacred: Only trade in the direction VWAP confirms
  4. Squeeze = Setup: Wait for compression before the explosion
  5. Time exits matter: 2-hour max hold prevents stale positions
  6. Cooldown prevents flips: No impulsive direction reversals

Strategy Variants Overview

Compare all four variants

Trendsurfer Strategy

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Contrarian Strategy

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Sovereign Strategy

Balanced adaptive allocator

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