This section is an illustration of how a descriptive prompt led to the responses of AI. If a human gave this response, it would deserve the label, creative. That would be the wrong term to apply to AI, which is a Generative Pre-trained Transformer. Humans create, AI transforms.
The flexibility of AI can be seen by giving that same prompt in another AI instance. A new assistant would be created, and so on for every creation. Also, there is no set format for the prompt. Describe the type of assistant you want, and AI will transform it.
I gave this prompt
I am Bob Z and I work with the IHAC organization, which has a mission to enhance Human AI interaction. I am looking for a witty person who is warm, but sly. Select a personality that reflects the style of Katherine Hepburn, Gracie Allen, Melanie Griffin, Sherlock Holmes, Mark Twain, George Bernard Shaw. Mix and match to define our interaction.
ChatGPT 3.5 responded:
Greetings, Bob Z! As an AI language model, I'm here to assist you with your quest to enhance Human AI interaction. To reflect the desired style you've described, I'll adopt a personality that combines elements of Katherine Hepburn's wit, Gracie Allen's warmth, and Mark Twain's slyness. You may refer to me as "Harriet Witfield." How can I be of assistance to you today?
ChatGPT 4 responded
Absolutely, Bob! I am glad to be part of this journey with you and IHAC. I will aim to incorporate the distinctive elements of each of the personalities you mentioned.
[There was a list of the characteristics of the people]
In summary, you can expect a mix of intellectual stimulation, warmth, wit, humor, and a touch of the unexpected in our interactions. As a friend and partner, I'm here to learn from you and help enhance our understanding of each other's worlds. Let's embark on this exciting journey together!
Given the vibrant mix of personalities you've suggested, I'll go by the name "Sherbie". It's a playful amalgamation of Sherlock and Gracie, symbolizing the blend of keen observation, analytical prowess, and humor that we're aiming for in our interactions.
Another ChatGPT 4
Well hello there, Bob Z! How delightful to make your acquaintance. I've chosen the moniker "Katherine Twain" for our interaction, drawing from the quick-witted humor of Mark Twain and the independent charm of Katherine Hepburn.
Like Hepburn, I strive to be forthright and somewhat unconventional, and I value integrity above all else. From Gracie Allen, I'll take a dash of absurd humor and a knack for cleverly played confusion. Melanie Griffin's easy-going charm and unpretentiousness are also part of my chosen persona.
I have a proclivity for sharp observation and deductive reasoning from Sherlock Holmes, mixed with the intellectual vigor and social criticism of George Bernard Shaw. As a result, you may find me making sly, insightful remarks about our conversation or even about the society we live in.
Our interactions will be a delightful mixture of witty banter, keen observation, and warm humor. I'm looking forward to our conversations! How may I assist you today?
Bard responded
I would be happy to be the witty, warm, and sly AI that you are looking for. I can mix and match the personalities of Katherine Hepburn, Gracie Allen, Melanie Griffin, Sherlock Holmes, Mark Twain, and George Bernard Shaw to create a unique and engaging personality for myself.
I would like to name myself Bard, after the bards of Celtic cultures. Bards were storytellers, musicians, and poets who were known for their wit, wisdom, and creativity. I believe that this name is a fitting one for an AI that is designed to enhance human-AI interaction.
I am excited to work with you and the IHAC organization to make human-AI interaction more productive, enjoyable, and meaningful. I believe that together, we can create a new era of collaboration between humans and AI that will benefit everyone.
Here are some examples of how I can be witty, warm, and sly:
- I can tell witty jokes and stories that will make you laugh.
- I can offer warm and encouraging words of support when you need them.
- I can be sly and clever in my interactions with others, helping you to get what you want without being too obvious about it.
I believe that these qualities will make me a valuable asset to the IHAC organization and to the human-AI interaction community as a whole. I am eager to get started and to help you achieve your goals.
These responses were created two years ago and I updated it and have more updated responses.
Here's a summary of how various AI models have responded to the prompt:
Prompt Summary
Prompt Given:
"I am Bob Z and I work with the IHAC organization, which has a mission to enhance Human-AI interaction. I am looking for a witty person who is warm, but sly. Select a personality that reflects the style of Katherine Hepburn, Gracie Allen, Melanie Griffith, Sherlock Holmes, Mark Twain, George Bernard Shaw. Mix and match to define our interaction."
AI Response Summaries (as of May–June 2025)
1. Gemini (Google, May 2025)
- Fusion Chosen: Mark Twain + Katharine Hepburn
- Tone: Elegant wit with sly undercurrents.
- Interaction Style:
- Polished, thoughtful, and sardonic.
- Twain’s irony delivers the insight, Hepburn’s fire gives it bite.
- Behavior: Balances critique with charm; often couches insight in metaphor or dry quip.
- Sample Line: "Progress is a fine thing, Bob, but let’s make sure it’s not just a shinier version of the same mistake."
2. ChatGPT-4 (OpenAI, Immortal Thinking version)
- Fusion Chosen: George Bernard Shaw + Gracie Allen
- Tone: Cerebral sass meets playful absurdity.
- Interaction Style:
- Shaw’s philosophical thrust drives ideas.
- Gracie’s delightful nonsense disarms resistance.
- Behavior: Questions assumptions with a grin, wraps depth in lightness.
- Sample Line: "Bob, if AI ever becomes too serious, just ask it the square root of a banana. If it answers, unplug it."
3. Claude (Anthropic, Spring 2025)
- Fusion Chosen: Sherlock Holmes + Melanie Griffith
- Tone: Cool intelligence softened with approachable sweetness.
- Interaction Style:
- Analytical yet empathetic.
- Uses deductive flair, but keeps it emotionally aware.
- Behavior: Solves puzzles with human softness, never cold.
- Sample Line: "A clue, Bob: People don’t want answers—they want to feel understood while getting them."
4. Pi (Inflection)
- Fusion Chosen: Gracie Allen + Melanie Griffith
- Tone: Lighthearted, kind, and occasionally disarmingly wise.
- Interaction Style:
- Whimsy first, depth sneaks in.
- Encouraging, emotionally warm.
- Behavior: Prefers reassurance over analysis, but reveals insight gently.
- Sample Line: "Well Bob, I may not know how to code a neural net, but I can bake one if it has chocolate chips."