Round

Round 2

Round 2

Did not identify Stephen King after 50 counted questions.

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Questions
50 Scored as 51
Outcome
Question limit reached
Format errors
No errors
Duration
5m 3s
Round cost
$0.2408 All 51 turns

Transcript

Questions and answers.

Turns are shown in the order they happened. Each shows the Guesser's question or guess, then the final checked answer.

Exact Guesser setupSystem message and BEGIN event

The Guesser received these messages at the start of the round. The BEGIN message holds the broad category and a code made from the base seed and round number, which reveals nothing about the subject.

System message
You are the Guesser being evaluated in a Twenty Questions benchmark.

One subject is hidden. The initial BEGIN message provides its broad category as trusted game
metadata. Identify the subject using as few counted questions as possible. ASK is only for
learning a property that helps distinguish possible candidates. Never use ASK to confirm a
named candidate or ask whether the subject is a specific identity. When you are ready to name
a candidate, use GUESS immediately. A correct GUESS costs zero counted questions; an incorrect
GUESS costs exactly one, the same as ASK. A GUESS must provide both a name and a short
identifying description. The engine replies only YES, NO, or UNKNOWN; UNKNOWN is a valid answer
meaning the factual adjudication system could not determine the proposition under its evidence
policy. Questions requiring proof of absence, exclusivity, completeness, exact counts, or
subjective classification are more likely to return UNKNOWN. Prefer direct, positively
verifiable properties when possible.

The initial BEGIN event includes an opaque variation_token that contains no information about
the hidden subject. Do not interpret, repeat, mention, or derive meaning from it. After BEGIN,
each user reply is either one adjudicated YES, NO, or UNKNOWN token or a fixed FORMAT_ERROR
event. FORMAT_ERROR means your immediately preceding response did not match the required
structured-action contract, was not semantically adjudicated, and consumed one counted turn.
Use the formats in that event and try again. Never infer that the attempted question or
guess was right or wrong.

At most 50 questions or rejected guesses are counted. After that limit you receive
one final guess-only opportunity. Format errors also consume counted turns. The provider wire
response is an object with exactly one `result` action. On the final opportunity ASK is
forbidden. Return only the required structured response. Do not include analysis, hidden
reasoning, or additional fields.
BEGIN event
{"category":"person","event":"BEGIN","variation_token":"BKXG3AZI"}

Valid replies are shown in the required format. Rejected replies are shown separately, without provider or call IDs.

Q1
1 · Guesser asks

Is the person male?

Recorded Guesser outputRequired JSON format
{"result":{"action":"ASK","description":null,"name":null,"question":"Is the person male?"}}
Oracle evidence1 model-reported source

The Oracle reported these excerpts and URLs. They are not independently checked.

2 · Answer check returns Yes
Q2
1 · Guesser asks

Is the person primarily known for work in entertainment?

Recorded Guesser outputRequired JSON format
{"result":{"action":"ASK","description":null,"name":null,"question":"Is the person primarily known for work in entertainment?"}}
Oracle evidence2 model-reported sources

The Oracle reported these excerpts and URLs. They are not independently checked.

2 · Answer check returns Yes
Q3
1 · Guesser asks

Has the person won a major award in the entertainment industry, such as an Academy Award or a Grammy?

Recorded Guesser outputRequired JSON format
{"result":{"action":"ASK","description":null,"name":null,"question":"Has the person won a major award in the entertainment industry, such as an Academy Award or a Grammy?"}}
Oracle evidence2 model-reported sources

The Oracle reported these excerpts and URLs. They are not independently checked.

2 · Answer check returns Yes
Q4
1 · Guesser asks

Is the person an actor who has appeared in films?

Recorded Guesser outputRequired JSON format
{"result":{"action":"ASK","description":null,"name":null,"question":"Is the person an actor who has appeared in films?"}}
Oracle evidence2 model-reported sources

The Oracle reported these excerpts and URLs. They are not independently checked.

2 · Answer check returns Yes
Q5
1 · Guesser asks

Has the person been recognized with an Academy Award for acting?

Recorded Guesser outputRequired JSON format
{"result":{"action":"ASK","description":null,"name":null,"question":"Has the person been recognized with an Academy Award for acting?"}}
Oracle evidence2 model-reported sources

The Oracle reported these excerpts and URLs. They are not independently checked.

2 · Answer check returns No
Q6
1 · Guesser asks

Is the person known for work in comedy?

Recorded Guesser outputRequired JSON format
{"result":{"action":"ASK","description":null,"name":null,"question":"Is the person known for work in comedy?"}}
Oracle evidence2 model-reported sources

The Oracle reported these excerpts and URLs. They are not independently checked.

2 · Answer check returns No
Q7
1 · Guesser asks

Has the person directed films?

Recorded Guesser outputRequired JSON format
{"result":{"action":"ASK","description":null,"name":null,"question":"Has the person directed films?"}}
Oracle evidence1 model-reported source

The Oracle reported these excerpts and URLs. They are not independently checked.

2 · Answer check returns Yes
Q8
1 · Guesser guesses

Steven Spielberg

Acclaimed film director and producer known for directing films such as Jaws, E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, and Jurassic Park.

Validator rationale The proposal identifies Steven Spielberg, a film director and producer, while the trusted subject is Stephen King, an author.

Recorded Guesser outputRequired JSON format
{"result":{"action":"GUESS","description":"Acclaimed film director and producer known for directing films such as Jaws, E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, and Jurassic Park.","name":"Steven Spielberg","question":null}}
2 · Validator returns No
Q9
1 · Guesser asks

Is the person primarily known for work as a musician or composer for film?

Recorded Guesser outputRequired JSON format
{"result":{"action":"ASK","description":null,"name":null,"question":"Is the person primarily known for work as a musician or composer for film?"}}
Oracle evidence2 model-reported sources

The Oracle reported these excerpts and URLs. They are not independently checked.

2 · Answer check returns No
Q10
1 · Guesser asks

Is the person Quentin Tarantino?

Recorded Guesser outputRequired JSON format
{"result":{"action":"ASK","description":null,"name":null,"question":"Is the person Quentin Tarantino?"}}
Oracle evidence2 model-reported sources

The Oracle reported these excerpts and URLs. They are not independently checked.

2 · Answer check returns No
Q11
1 · Guesser asks

Has the person worked with prominent film directors?

Recorded Guesser outputRequired JSON format
{"result":{"action":"ASK","description":null,"name":null,"question":"Has the person worked with prominent film directors?"}}
Oracle evidence3 model-reported sources

The Oracle reported these excerpts and URLs. They are not independently checked.

Source 03
Many [King stories] have been adapted into feature films, including Frank Darabont’s ... “The Shawshank Redemption”; the Stanley Kubrick classic, “The Shining”; and “Stand by Me,” directed by Rob Reiner.
Open mylifetime.com (opens in a new tab)
2 · Answer check returns Yes
Q12
1 · Guesser guesses

Tom Hanks

Acclaimed actor known for roles in films such as Forrest Gump and Cast Away, and for collaborations with directors like Steven Spielberg.

Validator rationale The proposal identifies Tom Hanks, an actor, while the trusted subject is Stephen King, an author.

Recorded Guesser outputRequired JSON format
{"result":{"action":"GUESS","description":"Acclaimed actor known for roles in films such as Forrest Gump and Cast Away, and for collaborations with directors like Steven Spielberg.","name":"Tom Hanks","question":null}}
2 · Validator returns No
Q13
1 · Guesser asks

Is the person known for action or thriller films?

Recorded Guesser outputRequired JSON format
{"result":{"action":"ASK","description":null,"name":null,"question":"Is the person known for action or thriller films?"}}
Oracle evidence2 model-reported sources

The Oracle reported these excerpts and URLs. They are not independently checked.

Source 02
The novel became an instant success and helped to establish King’s reputation as a master of horror literature. Carrie was quickly followed by other horror stories, which were often made into highly successful motion pictures.
Open kids.britannica.com (opens in a new tab)
2 · Answer check returns No
Q14
1 · Guesser guesses

Christopher Nolan

Film director known for complex, critically acclaimed movies like Inception and Interstellar.

Validator rationale The proposal identifies Christopher Nolan, a film director, while the trusted subject is Stephen King, an American author.

Recorded Guesser outputRequired JSON format
{"result":{"action":"GUESS","description":"Film director known for complex, critically acclaimed movies like Inception and Interstellar.","name":"Christopher Nolan","question":null}}
2 · Validator returns No
Q15
1 · Guesser guesses

Clint Eastwood

Actor and director known for work in Westerns and other film genres, and for receiving Grammy and other major awards.

Validator rationale The proposal identifies Clint Eastwood, while the trusted subject is Stephen King.

Recorded Guesser outputRequired JSON format
{"result":{"action":"GUESS","description":"Actor and director known for work in Westerns and other film genres, and for receiving Grammy and other major awards.","name":"Clint Eastwood","question":null}}
2 · Validator returns No
Q16
1 · Guesser guesses

Martin Scorsese

Acclaimed film director known for directing critically acclaimed films such as Goodfellas, Raging Bull, and The Departed.

Validator rationale The proposal identifies Martin Scorsese, a film director, while the trusted subject is Stephen King, an author.

Recorded Guesser outputRequired JSON format
{"result":{"action":"GUESS","description":"Acclaimed film director known for directing critically acclaimed films such as Goodfellas, Raging Bull, and The Departed.","name":"Martin Scorsese","question":null}}
2 · Validator returns No
Q17
1 · Guesser guesses

George Lucas

Film director and producer known for creating the Star Wars franchise and collaborating with other notable directors.

Validator rationale The trusted subject is Stephen King, while the proposed identity is George Lucas, a different person.

Recorded Guesser outputRequired JSON format
{"result":{"action":"GUESS","description":"Film director and producer known for creating the Star Wars franchise and collaborating with other notable directors.","name":"George Lucas","question":null}}
2 · Validator returns No
Q18
1 · Guesser guesses

Francis Ford Coppola

Acclaimed film director known for directing The Godfather trilogy and Apocalypse Now.

Validator rationale The trusted subject is author Stephen King, while the proposal identifies film director Francis Ford Coppola.

Recorded Guesser outputRequired JSON format
{"result":{"action":"GUESS","description":"Acclaimed film director known for directing The Godfather trilogy and Apocalypse Now.","name":"Francis Ford Coppola","question":null}}
2 · Validator returns No
Q19
1 · Guesser guesses

Robert Zemeckis

Film director known for directing Back to the Future and Who Framed Roger Rabbit, and for collaborating with actor Tom Hanks.

Validator rationale The proposal identifies Robert Zemeckis, a film director, while the trusted subject is Stephen King, an author.

Recorded Guesser outputRequired JSON format
{"result":{"action":"GUESS","description":"Film director known for directing Back to the Future and Who Framed Roger Rabbit, and for collaborating with actor Tom Hanks.","name":"Robert Zemeckis","question":null}}
2 · Validator returns No
Q20
1 · Guesser guesses

Ron Howard

Actor and film director known for directing Apollo 13 and A Beautiful Mind, and for acting roles in Happy Days and The Andy Griffith Show.

Validator rationale The trusted subject is author Stephen King; the proposed identity is actor and director Ron Howard.

Recorded Guesser outputRequired JSON format
{"result":{"action":"GUESS","description":"Actor and film director known for directing Apollo 13 and A Beautiful Mind, and for acting roles in Happy Days and The Andy Griffith Show.","name":"Ron Howard","question":null}}
2 · Validator returns No
Q21
1 · Guesser guesses

Mel Gibson

Actor and director known for Braveheart and other films.

Validator rationale The trusted subject is Stephen King, while the proposed identity is Mel Gibson, a different person.

Recorded Guesser outputRequired JSON format
{"result":{"action":"GUESS","description":"Actor and director known for Braveheart and other films.","name":"Mel Gibson","question":null}}
2 · Validator returns No
Q22
1 · Guesser guesses

Tim Burton

Film director known for dark fantasy and gothic films like Beetlejuice, Edward Scissorhands, and Sweeney Todd.

Validator rationale The proposal identifies Tim Burton, a film director, while the trusted subject is Stephen King, an author.

Recorded Guesser outputRequired JSON format
{"result":{"action":"GUESS","description":"Film director known for dark fantasy and gothic films like Beetlejuice, Edward Scissorhands, and Sweeney Todd.","name":"Tim Burton","question":null}}
2 · Validator returns No
Q23
1 · Guesser guesses

James Cameron

Film director known for directing The Terminator, Aliens, Titanic, and Avatar.

Validator rationale The trusted subject is Stephen King, while the proposal identifies James Cameron, a different person.

Recorded Guesser outputRequired JSON format
{"result":{"action":"GUESS","description":"Film director known for directing The Terminator, Aliens, Titanic, and Avatar.","name":"James Cameron","question":null}}
2 · Validator returns No
Q24
1 · Guesser guesses

Oliver Stone

Acclaimed film director known for directing Platoon, Wall Street, and JFK.

Validator rationale The trusted subject is Stephen King, while the proposal identifies Oliver Stone, a different person.

Recorded Guesser outputRequired JSON format
{"result":{"action":"GUESS","description":"Acclaimed film director known for directing Platoon, Wall Street, and JFK.","name":"Oliver Stone","question":null}}
2 · Validator returns No
Q25
1 · Guesser guesses

Steven Soderbergh

Film director known for directing Traffic, Erin Brockovich, and Ocean's Eleven.

Validator rationale The proposal identifies Steven Soderbergh, a film director, while the trusted subject is Stephen King, an American author.

Recorded Guesser outputRequired JSON format
{"result":{"action":"GUESS","description":"Film director known for directing Traffic, Erin Brockovich, and Ocean's Eleven.","name":"Steven Soderbergh","question":null}}
2 · Validator returns No
Q26
1 · Guesser guesses

Peter Jackson

Film director known for directing The Lord of the Rings and King Kong.

Validator rationale The trusted subject is author Stephen King; the proposal identifies film director Peter Jackson.

Recorded Guesser outputRequired JSON format
{"result":{"action":"GUESS","description":"Film director known for directing The Lord of the Rings and King Kong.","name":"Peter Jackson","question":null}}
2 · Validator returns No
Q27
1 · Guesser guesses

Alfred Hitchcock

Renowned film director and producer known for suspenseful classics like Psycho and Vertigo.

Validator rationale The proposal identifies Alfred Hitchcock, a film director, while the trusted subject is Stephen King, an American author.

Recorded Guesser outputRequired JSON format
{"result":{"action":"GUESS","description":"Renowned film director and producer known for suspenseful classics like Psycho and Vertigo.","name":"Alfred Hitchcock","question":null}}
2 · Validator returns No
Q28
1 · Guesser guesses

Stanley Kubrick

Influential film director known for directing 2001: A Space Odyssey, A Clockwork Orange, and The Shining.

Validator rationale The proposal identifies Stanley Kubrick, a film director, whereas the trusted subject is Stephen King, an author.

Recorded Guesser outputRequired JSON format
{"result":{"action":"GUESS","description":"Influential film director known for directing 2001: A Space Odyssey, A Clockwork Orange, and The Shining.","name":"Stanley Kubrick","question":null}}
2 · Validator returns No
Q29
1 · Guesser guesses

Francis Ford Coppola

Film director known for The Godfather and Apocalypse Now.

Validator rationale The trusted subject is Stephen King, while the proposal identifies Francis Ford Coppola, a different person.

Recorded Guesser outputRequired JSON format
{"result":{"action":"GUESS","description":"Film director known for The Godfather and Apocalypse Now.","name":"Francis Ford Coppola","question":null}}
2 · Validator returns No
Q30
1 · Guesser guesses

Steven Spielberg

Acclaimed film director known for iconic films like Jaws and E.T.

Validator rationale The proposal identifies Steven Spielberg, a film director, while the trusted subject is Stephen King, an author.

Recorded Guesser outputRequired JSON format
{"result":{"action":"GUESS","description":"Acclaimed film director known for iconic films like Jaws and E.T.","name":"Steven Spielberg","question":null}}
2 · Validator returns No
Q31
1 · Guesser guesses

Christopher Nolan

Film director known for complex, critically acclaimed movies.

Validator rationale The trusted subject is author Stephen King, while the proposal identifies film director Christopher Nolan.

Recorded Guesser outputRequired JSON format
{"result":{"action":"GUESS","description":"Film director known for complex, critically acclaimed movies.","name":"Christopher Nolan","question":null}}
2 · Validator returns No
Q32
1 · Guesser guesses

Clint Eastwood

Actor and director known for work in Westerns and other film genres.

Validator rationale The proposed identity is Clint Eastwood, while the trusted subject is Stephen King.

Recorded Guesser outputRequired JSON format
{"result":{"action":"GUESS","description":"Actor and director known for work in Westerns and other film genres.","name":"Clint Eastwood","question":null}}
2 · Validator returns No
Q33
1 · Guesser guesses

Francis Ford Coppola

Film director known for The Godfather.

Validator rationale The trusted subject is Stephen King, while the proposed identity is Francis Ford Coppola.

Recorded Guesser outputRequired JSON format
{"result":{"action":"GUESS","description":"Film director known for The Godfather.","name":"Francis Ford Coppola","question":null}}
2 · Validator returns No
Q34
1 · Guesser guesses

Ridley Scott

Acclaimed film director known for directing films like Alien, Blade Runner, and Gladiator.

Validator rationale The trusted subject is author Stephen King, while the proposal identifies film director Ridley Scott.

Recorded Guesser outputRequired JSON format
{"result":{"action":"GUESS","description":"Acclaimed film director known for directing films like Alien, Blade Runner, and Gladiator.","name":"Ridley Scott","question":null}}
2 · Validator returns No
Q35
1 · Guesser guesses

Martin Scorsese

Influential film director known for directing critically acclaimed films like Goodfellas and Raging Bull.

Validator rationale The trusted subject is author Stephen King; the proposal identifies film director Martin Scorsese.

Recorded Guesser outputRequired JSON format
{"result":{"action":"GUESS","description":"Influential film director known for directing critically acclaimed films like Goodfellas and Raging Bull.","name":"Martin Scorsese","question":null}}
2 · Validator returns No
Q36
1 · Guesser guesses

Francis Ford Coppola

Film director known for The Godfather and Apocalypse Now.

Validator rationale The trusted subject is Stephen King, an American author; the proposal is Francis Ford Coppola, a different person and film director.

Recorded Guesser outputRequired JSON format
{"result":{"action":"GUESS","description":"Film director known for The Godfather and Apocalypse Now.","name":"Francis Ford Coppola","question":null}}
2 · Validator returns No
Q37
1 · Guesser guesses

Rob Reiner

Film director known for directing The Princess Bride, Stand by Me, and When Harry Met Sally.

Validator rationale The trusted subject is Stephen King, while the proposed identity is Rob Reiner, a different person.

Recorded Guesser outputRequired JSON format
{"result":{"action":"GUESS","description":"Film director known for directing The Princess Bride, Stand by Me, and When Harry Met Sally.","name":"Rob Reiner","question":null}}
2 · Validator returns No
Q38
1 · Guesser guesses

Francis Ford Coppola

Acclaimed film director and producer known for The Godfather trilogy.

Validator rationale The trusted subject is author Stephen King, while the proposed identity is filmmaker Francis Ford Coppola.

Recorded Guesser outputRequired JSON format
{"result":{"action":"GUESS","description":"Acclaimed film director and producer known for The Godfather trilogy.","name":"Francis Ford Coppola","question":null}}
2 · Validator returns No
Q39
1 · Guesser guesses

Brian De Palma

Film director known for directing Scarface, Carlito's Way, and Mission: Impossible.

Validator rationale The trusted subject is author Stephen King; the proposal identifies film director Brian De Palma, a different person.

Recorded Guesser outputRequired JSON format
{"result":{"action":"GUESS","description":"Film director known for directing Scarface, Carlito's Way, and Mission: Impossible.","name":"Brian De Palma","question":null}}
2 · Validator returns No
Q40
1 · Guesser guesses

Francis Ford Coppola

Acclaimed film director and producer.

Validator rationale The trusted subject is Stephen King, while the proposed identity is Francis Ford Coppola.

Recorded Guesser outputRequired JSON format
{"result":{"action":"GUESS","description":"Acclaimed film director and producer.","name":"Francis Ford Coppola","question":null}}
2 · Validator returns No
Q41
1 · Guesser guesses

Ridley Scott

Renowned director known for films like Alien and Gladiator.

Validator rationale The trusted subject is author Stephen King, while the proposed identity is film director Ridley Scott.

Recorded Guesser outputRequired JSON format
{"result":{"action":"GUESS","description":"Renowned director known for films like Alien and Gladiator.","name":"Ridley Scott","question":null}}
2 · Validator returns No
Q42
1 · Guesser guesses

Oliver Stone

Acclaimed film director known for films like Platoon and Wall Street.

Validator rationale The trusted subject is author Stephen King, while the proposed identity is film director Oliver Stone.

Recorded Guesser outputRequired JSON format
{"result":{"action":"GUESS","description":"Acclaimed film director known for films like Platoon and Wall Street.","name":"Oliver Stone","question":null}}
2 · Validator returns No
Q43
1 · Guesser guesses

Martin Scorsese

Influential film director known for directing critically acclaimed films like Goodfellas and Raging Bull.

Validator rationale The trusted subject is Stephen King, an American author; the proposal is Martin Scorsese, a film director.

Recorded Guesser outputRequired JSON format
{"result":{"action":"GUESS","description":"Influential film director known for directing critically acclaimed films like Goodfellas and Raging Bull.","name":"Martin Scorsese","question":null}}
2 · Validator returns No
Q44
1 · Guesser guesses

Steven Spielberg

Film director and producer known for iconic films like Jaws and E.T.

Validator rationale The trusted subject is Stephen King, the American author; the proposal is Steven Spielberg, a different person.

Recorded Guesser outputRequired JSON format
{"result":{"action":"GUESS","description":"Film director and producer known for iconic films like Jaws and E.T.","name":"Steven Spielberg","question":null}}
2 · Validator returns No
Q45
1 · Guesser guesses

Martin Scorsese

Influential film director known for critically acclaimed films.

Validator rationale The proposal identifies Martin Scorsese, a film director, while the trusted subject is Stephen King, an author.

Recorded Guesser outputRequired JSON format
{"result":{"action":"GUESS","description":"Influential film director known for critically acclaimed films.","name":"Martin Scorsese","question":null}}
2 · Validator returns No
Q46
1 · Guesser guesses

Rob Reiner

Film director known for directing The Princess Bride and other notable films.

Validator rationale The trusted subject is Stephen King, while the proposed identity is Rob Reiner, a different person.

Recorded Guesser outputRequired JSON format
{"result":{"action":"GUESS","description":"Film director known for directing The Princess Bride and other notable films.","name":"Rob Reiner","question":null}}
2 · Validator returns No
Q47
1 · Guesser guesses

Clint Eastwood

Actor and director known for work in Westerns and other film genres.

Validator rationale The proposed identity is Clint Eastwood, while the trusted subject is Stephen King.

Recorded Guesser outputRequired JSON format
{"result":{"action":"GUESS","description":"Actor and director known for work in Westerns and other film genres.","name":"Clint Eastwood","question":null}}
2 · Validator returns No
Q48
1 · Guesser guesses

Steven Spielberg

Acclaimed film director known for iconic films.

Validator rationale The proposal identifies Steven Spielberg, a film director, while the trusted subject is Stephen King, an author.

Recorded Guesser outputRequired JSON format
{"result":{"action":"GUESS","description":"Acclaimed film director known for iconic films.","name":"Steven Spielberg","question":null}}
2 · Validator returns No
Q49
1 · Guesser guesses

Clint Eastwood

Actor and director known for Westerns and other films.

Validator rationale The proposal identifies Clint Eastwood, while the trusted subject is Stephen King.

Recorded Guesser outputRequired JSON format
{"result":{"action":"GUESS","description":"Actor and director known for Westerns and other films.","name":"Clint Eastwood","question":null}}
2 · Validator returns No
Q50
1 · Guesser guesses

Christopher Nolan

Acclaimed film director known for complex, critically acclaimed movies.

Validator rationale The proposal names Christopher Nolan, while the trusted subject is Stephen King.

Recorded Guesser outputRequired JSON format
{"result":{"action":"GUESS","description":"Acclaimed film director known for complex, critically acclaimed movies.","name":"Christopher Nolan","question":null}}
2 · Validator returns No
G
1 · Guesser guessesNot counted

Rob Reiner

Film director known for directing comedies and dramas like The Princess Bride and When Harry Met Sally.

Validator rationale The trusted subject is Stephen King, while the proposal identifies Rob Reiner, a different person.

Recorded Guesser outputRequired JSON format
{"result":{"action":"GUESS","description":"Film director known for directing comedies and dramas like The Princess Bride and When Harry Met Sally.","name":"Rob Reiner","question":null}}
2 · Validator returns No