AI Agents Overview
Your realvco server ships with three AI companions preinstalled. They are not the same AI with different nametags — each runs in a separate container, with its own permissions, engine, and personality configuration.
Quick Comparison
| Companion | ID | Engine | Permissions | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rose | oc-1 | OpenClaw | Host root | System administration, deployment, automation |
| Ada | oc-2 | OpenClaw | Container-isolated | Customer support, marketing, project management |
| Vi | hm-3 | Hermes | Container-isolated + code sandbox | Data analysis, code execution, tool integrations |
How do OpenClaw and Hermes differ? See the Engine Comparison Guide — one-line verdict plus a side-by-side table that tells you which engine to pick.
Why Three Roles?
1. Permission separation reduces risk. Only Rose has root. Ada and Vi run in isolated containers — even a prompt-injection attack cannot touch the host.
2. Each plays to its strengths. OpenClaw is optimized for conversation and messaging integrations. Hermes is optimized for code execution and structured data. Use the right tool for the job.
3. They work together. The companions can call each other. When Ada handles a customer reply and hits something data-heavy, she hands off to Vi. See Multi-Agent Workflows.
Meet Each Companion
Rose
Technical partner · host root · systems & automation
Ada
Special assistant · support, marketing, project management
Vi
Technical advisor · Hermes engine · data analysis
Configure Your Agent’s Personality
Want the AI to understand your business and speak in your tone? Use four configuration files:
| File | Purpose | Contents |
|---|---|---|
| SOUL.md | Core personality | Mission, values, behavioral rules |
| IDENTITY.md | Identity | Name, role, professional domain |
| USER.md | User relationship | Your name, preferences, interaction style |
| AGENTS.md | Operating manual | Responsibilities, safety norms, procedures |
Advanced Topics
- OpenClaw vs Hermes Engine Selection — Which companion handles which task?
- Multi-Agent Workflows — Advanced patterns for companions calling each other
- Admin Panel · Rose / Ada / Vi Dashboards — Monitoring and configuration surface