Virality Gate — Pre-Publish Quality Check

Evaluate: $ARGUMENTS

The Stakes

In the 2026 algorithm, your channel is evaluated as a WHOLE. One weak video doesn't just flop — it signals to the algorithm that your channel is inconsistent. Kill weak videos before they go live.

"The idea sets the ceiling, the execution determines the result." (Paddy Galloway)

If the ceiling is low, no amount of execution saves it.

Pre-Check: Is This Data-Dependent?

Before scoring, decide whether the answer needs research.

• Specific channel/video/niche/trend: inspect data first. Look at current competitors, outliers, title/thumbnail patterns, search/trend signals, and any available CTR/AVD/retention numbers.
• Pure framework question: score directly using the gates.
• Mixed question: get the facts for the specific case, then apply the gates.