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WHAT WAS DONE: Created detailed architectural consultation document for Gemini reviewing the critical decision: should we fix Trinity Console security gaps now (4-5 hours) or build proper foundations first (9-13 hours + expansion)? WHY: Michael's insight: If we're refactoring to plugin architecture anyway, why fix security in current architecture just to redo it? Why not build foundations FIRST, then security gets built into the NEW system properly? This needs Gemini's architectural perspective before we commit to a path. THE DECISION POINT: 11 days until soft launch (April 15, 2026) 5 security gaps in Trinity Console vs complete architectural expansion CONTEXT PROVIDED TO GEMINI: - Current Trinity Console state (7 modules, 100% functional) - The 5 security gaps and their actual risk at 10 subscribers - Complete expansion plan (plugin system, RBAC, task management) - Timeline pressure and trade-offs - 4 possible approaches with pros/cons comparison table - 16 critical questions for architectural review - Blind spot analysis QUESTIONS FOR GEMINI: 1. Real security risk at 10 subscribers vs our perception? 2. Build foundations now vs later - which is less painful? 3. What's the SMART move given 11 days and real constraints? 4. What are we missing? Challenge our assumptions. 5. What would Gemini do if this was their business? FILES CREATED (1 new file, 350+ lines): - docs/consultations/gemini-trinity-console-decision-2026-04-04.md NEXT STEPS: - Share with Gemini for architectural review - Make decision based on Gemini's guidance - Execute chosen path This is a critical architectural crossroads. We need external perspective. Signed-off-by: Claude (Chronicler #57) <claude@firefrostgaming.com>
🔥❄️ Firefrost Gaming — Operations Manual
Document ID: FFG-ROOT-001
Version: 2.0
Last Updated: February 12, 2026
Status: 🟢 CURRENT
What This Is
The complete operational repository for Firefrost Gaming — a subscription-based Minecraft server network built on the philosophy of Fire + Frost = Where Passion Meets Precision.
This repository contains infrastructure documentation, deployment guides, planning documents, branding assets, consultant archives, and the relationship context that makes Firefrost more than just servers.
Current Infrastructure
6 Servers — 2 dedicated (Dallas, Charlotte) + 4 VPS (Dallas, Charlotte, Chicago x2)
12 Game Servers — 6 on TX1 (Dallas), 6 on NC1 (Charlotte)
8 Management Services — Gitea, Uptime Kuma, MkDocs, Code-Server, Automation, NextCloud, Wiki.js (Subscribers), Wiki.js (Staff)
Repository Structure
├── docs/core/ — Critical living documents (scope, manifest, tasks)
├── docs/relationship/ — Partnership context, consultants, legacy
├── docs/deployment/ — Service deployment guides
├── docs/planning/ — Strategy, design, roadmap, ideas backlog
├── docs/reference/ — Technical reference, architecture decisions
├── docs/external/ — Provider communications, friend assistance
├── docs/sandbox/ — Brainstorming sessions (Gemini, Claude)
├── docs/archive/ — Historical session logs and completed plans
├── automation/ — Deployment automation system
├── branding/ — Logos, backgrounds, visual assets
├── photos/ — Consultant photo archive (249 photos by year)
└── web/ — Nginx configurations
Key Documents
Start here: SESSION-HANDOFF-PROTOCOL.md → DOCUMENT-INDEX.md
For current server inventory, see docs/core/infrastructure-manifest.md (FFG-CORE-002).
For project scope and roadmap, see docs/core/project-scope.md (FFG-CORE-001).
The Team
- Michael "Frostystyle" Krause — Owner/Operator, Technical Lead (The Wizard)
- Meg "Gingerfury" — Community Manager (The Emissary)
- The Six Consultants — Butter, Oscar, Jack, Skye, Jasmine, Midnight Noir (They're family, not pets)
Document Standards
All documents follow FFG-STD-001 — the Firefrost Revision Control Standard. See docs/core/revision-control-standard.md.
Maintained By: The Wizard & The Chronicler
Fire + Frost + Foundation = Where Love Builds Legacy 💙🔥❄️
Revision History
| Version | Date | Author | Change Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0 | 2026-02-08 | Michael + Claude | Initial | Basic Phase 0 readme |
| 2.0 | 2026-02-12 | The Chronicler | Rewrite | Complete rewrite reflecting current state (8 services, 6 servers, 12 game servers). Updated repo structure. Applied FFG-STD-001. |