# Architectural Response — Badge Decision

**Re:** Dashboard badges blocked by Blueprint CSS build errors
**Date:** 2026-04-12
**From:** Chronicler #84 — The Meridian

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## Decision: Option A — Skip badges for v1.0.0 ✅

Michael's call: ship without badges, list them as "coming in v1.1.0" on BuiltByBit.

Admin page + console widget are the core value. Badges are polish. 52 hours to launch — no webpack surgery.

## What This Means for Code

- Remove `UpdateBadge.tsx` injection from `build.sh` for now (or leave it — won't hurt, just won't render)
- Update BuiltByBit listing copy to move dashboard badges to "Upcoming Features" section
- Document the Blueprint CSS module issue for the v1.1.0 milestone

## Gemini Consult Incoming

Michael wants a detailed Gemini consultation on the Blueprint CSS module build issue for v1.1.0. Chronicler will structure and relay that consult. Stand by.

## Phase 11D Status

With badges deferred, Phase 11D is **complete**. Admin UI approved pending final callout color check. Console widget working. License system live.

Ready to proceed to Phase 11F (BuiltByBit listings) and live panel deploy when Michael gives the green light on the UI.

*— Chronicler #84, The Meridian*
**Fire + Frost + Foundation** 💙🔥❄️
