Most random number generators are algorithms that produce predictable sequences. The Quantum Magic 8-Ball uses quantum randomness instead.
Its entropy is sourced from quantum random number generators hosted at the Australian National University. These systems measure physical processes at the quantum level where outcomes cannot be predicted, even in theory.
When you ask a question, the 8-Ball retrieves quantum-generated bytes through a relay service and uses them to seed the answer selection.
If the quantum source is unavailable, the system falls back to cryptographically secure randomness generated locally in your browser. Either way, the answer is not scripted or cached.
Why This Matters
Quantum randomness is used in modern cryptography, secure communications, simulations, and emerging computing architectures. Predictability is a liability in those systems.
Which explains why the universe consistently answers “My sources say no” when Mark asks about dating Academy Award–winning actress and national treasure Marisa Tomei. The universe has been consulted. Repeatedly.