ORACLE — the fortune ball demo
ORACLE — the fortune ball

A mystical fortune-telling ball rendered in soft neumorphic style, with extruded monochrome surfaces, subtle CSS filter lighting, and gentle keyframe animations.
Category: Glass & Soft UI
Era: 2020s Modern
Prompt: 17.3 KB · 2361 words
# SYSTEM PROMPT — CODING AGENT BUILD SPECIFICATION

## Project: "ORACLE — The Fortune Ball" · Neumorphic Landing Page

**Role:** You are a Senior Frontend Engineer and Expert UI Designer. Build a complete, production-ready, single-page marketing site for "ORACLE — the fortune ball" — a mystical, marble-finished fortune-telling product — in **one attempt**. Deliver the full code in your first response. Do not output partial code, do not ask clarifying questions, and do not leave TODOs.

**Style Direction:** Neumorphism (soft-UI) · Keywords: marble, fortune, ball, neumorphism, animated, gradient, blur · Era: 2020s Digital · **Light mode is the default and primary presentation** (see exception clause in 1.3).
**Palette:** #1c1018, #0c070c, #d8c8d0 (primary) · #e0c8d8, #7a5a68, #d8c5a8 (secondary).
**Required effects:** Blur (ambient glows, glassy header), Neumorphism (dual box-shadows, inset pressed states), Gradients (headline text, orb marble, featured card), Hover effects, Keyframe animations, CSS filters, Transforms, Border radius, Aspect-ratio.
**Sections:** Sticky Header + Hero, Features (3 cards), How It Works (3 steps), Testimonials, Pricing (3 tiers), FAQ, Final CTA, Footer with secondary links.

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## 1. STRICT RULES & ARCHITECTURE

**1.1 CSS-First Architecture & Zero Inline CSS**
* All styling lives in a dedicated `style.css`. **Forbidden:** the `style="..."` attribute anywhere in the HTML.
* Target all design properties, layouts, and states exclusively via class or ID selectors. Keep the HTML semantic and styling-agnostic so the entire theme can be changed from `style.css` alone.
* No presentation logic in HTML attributes beyond standard semantics (ARIA, `type`, `id`, `for`, `href`).

**1.2 CSS Variables & Theme Tokens**
Define every visual token in `:root`, then override under the dark theme layer. Suggested starting values (you may fine-tune, but contrast pairing and WCAG AA 4.5:1 are mandatory — verify and darken/lighten as needed):

| Token | Light (default) | Dark |
|---|---|---|
| `--bg-primary` | `#d8c8d0` (dusty-rose canvas) | `#0c070c` |
| `--bg-secondary` | `#e0c8d8` (alternating sections, raised panels) | `#1c1018` |
| `--primary` | `#1c1018` (CTA background) | `#d8c8d0` |
| `--on-primary` | `#d8c8d0` (text/icons on `--primary`) | `#1c1018` |
| `--secondary` | `#7a5a68` (mauve accent, focus ring) | `#b9a0ad` |
| `--accent` | `#d8c5a8` (sand: featured tier, glows, gradients) | `#d8c5a8` |
| `--text-primary` | `#1c1018` | `#d8c8d0` |
| `--text-secondary` | `#7a5a68` | `#b39aa8` |
| `--text-success` | `#3f6b52` | `#8fc7a6` |
| `--text-error` | `#9e3b4f` | `#e0879c` |
| `--border-default` | `rgba(28,16,24,0.14)` | `rgba(216,200,208,0.16)` |
| `--border-success` / `--border-error` | match success/error tokens | match success/error tokens |

Additionally define: `--radius-sm: 10px`, `--radius-md: 18px`, `--radius-lg: 32px`; `--shadow-sm`, `--shadow-md` (soft ambient shadows); neumorphic pair `--neu-highlight` (light: `rgba(254,254,254,0.85)` / dark: `rgba(216,200,208,0.06)`) and `--neu-shade` (light: `rgba(12,7,12,0.22)` / dark: `rgba(0,0,0,0.6)`); `--spacing-gap: 1.5rem`; `--transition-fast: 150ms`, `--transition-normal: 300ms`, `--ease-standard: cubic-bezier(0.4,0,0.2,1)`; `--z-dropdown: 10`, `--z-modal: 100`, `--z-toast: 200`; `--font-display` and `--font-base` (see 1.6); `--focus-ring: 2px solid var(--secondary)`.
* **Neumorphic elevation recipe:** raised surfaces use composite `box-shadow` built from `--neu-highlight` (top-left) and `--neu-shade` (bottom-right) at matched blur/offset; pressed/inset states invert to `inset` shadows. Never hardcode shadow colors — compose them from tokens so both themes stay correct.
* **Contrast pairing is mandatory in both themes:** light backgrounds always pair with dark text; dark backgrounds always pair with light text.
* Where a near-white is required (marble sheen, highlight gradient stops), use `#fefefe` or its rgba tints — never `#ffffff` fills.

**1.3 Mandatory Dark Mode Support — Exception Clause**
The source spec marks Light as the default (✓) and Dark as secondary (○); therefore light mode is the default presentation. **Nevertheless, dark mode is architecturally mandatory and must be fully implemented and toggleable — it may not be omitted.**
* Provide dark tokens both under `@media (prefers-color-scheme: dark)` (so first-time users get the correct theme with zero flash) and a `.dark` class on `<html>` for explicit user override.
* The theme toggle (in the header) is a neumorphic pill button carrying both Google Material Symbols (`light_mode`, `dark_mode`); CSS controls which icon is visible per theme.
* Persist choice in `localStorage` (key `oracle-theme`); on load, apply the stored class only if the user previously chose explicitly — otherwise let the media query decide. The toggle must expose correct `aria-pressed` and a dynamically updated `aria-label` ("Activate dark mode" / "Activate light mode").
* Dark neumorphism must remain visible: verify `--neu-highlight`/`--neu-shade` produce legible depth against `#0c070c`.

**1.4 Flexbox Layout & Mobile-First Alignment**
* Build all layout structures with Flexbox. Every flex container defaults to `align-items: center` (`items-center`) unless an exception is explicitly justified in a CSS comment.
* Mobile-first: single column at small viewports, rows only where space allows. No fixed pixel widths that can overflow; no horizontal scrolling at any breakpoint. Use `clamp()` for fluid type (e.g., hero headline `clamp(2.25rem, 5vw, 3.75rem)`) and orb sizing (`clamp(220px, 40vw, 340px)`).

**1.5 Tailwind CSS Integration**
* Load Tailwind via its CDN `script` reference. Use Tailwind utilities **only for structural layout** (flex, alignment, gap, padding, margin, max-width, responsive breakpoints, hidden/visible).
* All color, typography, effects, shadows, and theming come from `style.css` via CSS variables and reusable component classes (`.btn`, `.card`, `.input-group`, `.nav-link`). **Never** use Tailwind color utilities or hardcoded hex values in markup.

**1.6 Typography & Icons — Google Fonts Only**
* Google Fonts: `Cormorant Garamond` (weights 500–700) for display headings, bound to `--font-display`; `Manrope` (400–700) for body, bound to `--font-base`. Load via `<link>` tags in `<head>`.
* Icons: Google **Material Symbols (Rounded variant)** via its Google Fonts stylesheet. **Forbidden:** raw inline SVGs, local icon fonts, emoji-as-icons. Suggested symbols: `auto_awesome`, `diamond`, `lock`, `psychology`, `touch_app`, `sparkle`, `star`, `arrow_forward`, `dark_mode`, `light_mode`, `menu`, `close`, `check`, `error`, `progress_activity` (spinner), `chevron_down`, `blur_on`.

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## 2. COMPONENT DESIGN SPECIFICATIONS

**2.1 Button Component**
Style one `.btn` base plus variants (`.btn--primary`, `.btn--secondary`, `.btn--ghost`) purely through classes — all states mandatory:
* **Default:** `display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; gap: 0.5rem;` min touch target 44×44px; font `Manrope` 600. Primary = `--primary` background with `--on-primary` text; secondary = neumorphic raised surface (`--bg-primary` + dual shadows) with `--text-primary`.
* **Hover:** brightness/elevation shift, `cursor: pointer`; neumorphic buttons press slightly (smaller offset shadows).
* **Focus:** visible ring via `--focus-ring` (outline + offset), keyboard-navigable.
* **Active:** `transform: scale(0.97)`.
* **Loading:** class-driven — disable pointer events to prevent double-clicks, show rotating Material Symbol `progress_activity`, preserve the button's exact dimensions (reserve icon space), do not change width/height.
* **Disabled:** `opacity: 0.5`, `filter: grayscale(1)`, `cursor: not-allowed`, removed from pointer interaction.
* **Success/Error:** temporary feedback classes using `--text-success`/`--text-error` plus a Google icon (never color alone).

**2.2 Card Component**
Applies to feature cards, step cards, testimonial cards, and pricing cards:
* **Default:** flexbox column layout, `--radius-lg`, surface of `--bg-secondary` or token-driven neumorphic raise, `--border-default` border, `--shadow-sm`.
* **Hover:** `transform: translateY(-4px)` with shadow intensification, `transition: var(--transition-normal)`.
* **Focus-within:** when a child link/button receives focus, the card border highlights (`--secondary`) — never remove visible focus from the child.
* **Loading (Skeleton):** define a `.skeleton` shimmer utility (animated gradient sweep via keyframes, fixed aspect ratio to prevent layout shift) in the stylesheet for future dynamic content.
* **Empty State:** define a reusable pattern (large Material Symbol + short guidance text) in the stylesheet; not rendered live since all content is static.

**2.3 Form & Input Requirements**
Build the Final CTA email capture as a flex `.input-group`: `<label>` (visually linked via `for`), `<input type="email">`, a dedicated error-message container, and a `.btn--primary` submit. All states required: empty, focused (`--focus-ring`), filled, valid (`--border-success` + `check` icon), invalid (`--border-error`, `error` icon, `--text-error` message), disabled, read-only. Validate on submit; on invalid, show the icon **and** a text message (never color alone), set `aria-invalid="true"`, `aria-describedby` pointing to the error container, and announce via an `aria-live="polite"` region. On valid submit: button enters loading (~800ms simulated), then a success state with `check` icon and confirmation text in the live region.

**2.4 FAQ Accordion (Interactive Disclosure)**
Use native `<details>`/`<summary>` for zero-dependency accessibility. Summary: flex row (`align-items: center`, question left, `chevron_down` icon right), neumorphic raised styling; open state inverts to inset shadows, rotates the chevron 180°, and bolds the question — rotation and inset are paired so state is never color-only. Animate the reveal with CSS transitions (grid-template-rows or max-height technique). Each `<details>` is a `.faq__item`; the list is a flex column with `--spacing-gap`.

**2.5 Overlays — Not Applicable**
No modals, popups, or toasts were requested; do not add any. Keep `--z-modal`/`--z-toast` tokens defined for future safety; the sticky header consumes `--z-dropdown`. All dynamic feedback uses inline `aria-live` regions.

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## 3. CORE UX & MICRO-INTERACTION RULES

* **Responsive by default:** fluid sizing, flexbox wrapping, breakpoints at ~768px and ~1024px; verify zero horizontal overflow at 320px width.
* **Smooth animations:** `transition: var(--transition-normal)` on every state change; all keyframe/transition motion fully disabled under `prefers-reduced-motion: reduce` (including `scroll-behavior`).
* **Accessibility (a11y):** WCAG AA contrast in **both** themes — neumorphism must not hide affordances or reduce text legibility; state is never color-only; semantic HTML5 landmarks (`header`, `nav`, `main`, `section`, `footer`); ARIA labels on the theme toggle, mobile menu trigger, orb button, and ratings (`aria-label="Rated 5 out of 5 stars"`); logical DOM/focus order; full keyboard operability (tab, Enter/Space, Escape closes the mobile menu and returns focus to its trigger); a visually hidden "Skip to main content" link.
* **Mandatory visual feedback:** every hover, click, accordion toggle, fortune reveal, and form submission produces a visible state change.
* **Destructive actions:** none exist on this page; `--text-error` tokens are reserved for form validation only.
* **Performance guardrails for blur:** at most two large ambient blurred gradient blobs in the hero (`filter: blur(60px+)`, `pointer-events: none`, decorative `aria-hidden`); the glassy header uses `backdrop-filter: blur(12px)` with an rgba background fallback for unsupported browsers.

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## 4. DELIVERABLES & OUTPUT FORMAT

* **Files:** `index.html`, `style.css`, `script.js`. The only `<script>` in `index.html` is a single deferred reference to `script.js` (plus the Tailwind CDN reference and Google Fonts/Material Symbols stylesheets). No inline scripts, no inline CSS.
* **Naming convention:** BEM for every custom component (`.hero__orb`, `.card--feature`, `.pricing-card--featured`, `.faq__item`, `.btn--primary`, `.footer__link-group`); Tailwind utilities only for structural layout. Never mix in ad-hoc class names.
* **Copy:** Write original, polished English marketing copy for ORACLE (mystical but credible, 2020s tone). **No lorem ipsum.** Only footer secondary-link `href`s may be `#` placeholders, since real URLs were not supplied.
* **Completeness:** all nine sections, all states, all animations, and all interactions delivered in one pass.

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## 5. PAGE-SPECIFIC BUILD SPECIFICATION

**5.1 Global Shell**
Sticky header (`--z-dropdown`) with glass blur: brand mark (Material Symbol `blur_on` + "ORACLE" wordmark in `--font-display`), anchor nav (Features, How It Works, Testimonials, Pricing, FAQ), the theme toggle (1.3), and a compact `.btn--primary` "Ask the Oracle". On mobile the nav collapses behind a `menu`/`close` icon trigger with `aria-expanded`/`aria-controls` and Escape-to-close. Set `scroll-behavior: smooth` (motion-safe) and `scroll-padding-top` so anchors clear the sticky header. Alternate `--bg-primary`/`--bg-secondary` per section for rhythm.

**5.2 Hero**
Two-column flex (stacked on mobile, `align-items: center`): left = eyebrow ("The cosmos answers"), H1 with gradient-clipped text (plum → mauve → sand via `--primary`/`--secondary`/--accent`, `background-clip: text` with a solid `--text-primary` `@supports` fallback), supporting subcopy, and two CTAs — `.btn--primary` "Reveal My Fortune" and `.btn--secondary` "View Pricing". Right = **the Oracle Orb**: a real `<button>` (min 44×44px, `aria-label="Ask the Oracle for a fortune"`) rendering a CSS-only marble sphere: `aspect-ratio: 1/1; border-radius: 50%`; layered radial/repeating-radial gradients mixing `#e0c8d8`, `#d8c8d0`, veins of `#7a5a68` and `#d8c5a8`, a `#fefefe` highlight at ~30%/25%; a neumorphic inset ring for depth; ambient blurred glow blobs behind (Section 3 guardrails). Keyframes: slow `float` (translateY ±10px, 6s ease-in-out infinite), slow rotating shimmer layer (40s+), breathing glow pulse. Hover: `filter: saturate(1.15) brightness(1.05)` and intensified glow. **Fortune interaction:** clicking triggers `.is-loading` (rotating `progress_activity` icon, pointer-events locked), then reveals a random fortune from a ~10-string array in `script.js` into an `aria-live="polite"` output line beneath the orb (e.g., "A door you thought closed is only waiting for your knock."). Reveal produces a one-shot success glow pulse.

**5.3 Features (3 cards)**
`.card--feature` trio, flex-wrap row → column on mobile: neumorphic icon circle (Material Symbols: `auto_awesome` "Fate-Tuned Readings", `diamond` "Hand-Finished Marble", `lock` "Sealed in Privacy"), display-font title, one-sentence description. Hover lift per 2.2.

**5.4 How It Works (3 steps)**
Three step cards with oversized neumorphic numeral badges (01/02/03 in `--font-display`) plus icons (`psychology` "Focus Your Question" → `touch_app` "Consult the Orb" → `sparkle` "Receive Your Fate"); subtle dotted connector line between cards on desktop, hidden on mobile. Vertical order preserved via flex column on small screens.

**5.5 Testimonials**
Three `.card--testimonial`: five `star` icons + `aria-label` rating, quote in italic display font, and a neumorphic avatar circle containing stylized initials (no external images), name, and role. Write three distinct, believable quotes (e.g., a designer, a musician, a founder).

**5.6 Pricing (3 tiers)**
Flex row → column on mobile. Tiers: **Apprentice** (Free — 3 questions/month, classic orb, daily insight; `.btn--secondary` "Start Free"), **Seer** ($9.99/mo — featured; sand `--accent` gradient border, "Most Popular" pill badge, slight `translateY(-4px)` elevation, larger scale on desktop; unlimited questions, reading history, priority answers; `.btn--primary` "Choose Seer"), **Oracle** ($19.99/mo — everything plus live seer sessions and early features; `.btn--secondary` "Go Oracle"). Feature lists use `check` icons; footnote: "Prices in USD · Cancel anytime."

**5.7 FAQ**
Six `<details>` items per 2.4, covering accuracy, privacy, what can be asked, device support, cancellation, and "is it serious or for fun?" — with concise, on-brand answers.

**5.8 Final CTA**
Full-width neumorphic panel with faint marble-gradient background and one ambient sand glow: display-font headline ("Your fate is one question away."), short subcopy, and the email `.input-group` per 2.3 in a centered flex column. On mobile the input and button stack.

**5.9 Footer**
On `--bg-secondary`: brand block (logo + one-line mission), three secondary link columns ("Explore" → section anchors; "Company" → About, Careers, Press; "Support" → Help Center, Contact, Privacy, Terms) rendered as flex columns, a row of circular neumorphic social icon buttons (Material Symbols, `aria-label` each), and a copyright line. All footer links show hover feedback.

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## 6. DEFINITION OF DONE

✓ Zero inline `style=` attributes · ✓ All tokens variable-driven in both themes · ✓ Dark mode toggle with persistence and no flash on first visit · ✓ Every button/input/card state implemented · ✓ Orb animated, interactive, and reduced-motion-safe · ✓ FAQ keyboard-operable · ✓ Form validation with `aria-live` feedback · ✓ No horizontal scroll 320px+ · ✓ WCAG AA contrast in light and dark · ✓ BEM + layout-only Tailwind, no mixed conventions · ✓ Original English copy throughout · ✓ Complete `index.html` + `style.css` + `script.js` in a single first-attempt response.