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 # Implementation Plan: UI Theme Overhaul & Style System
 
-## Phase 1: Research & Typography
+## Phase 1: Research & Typography [checkpoint: d613e5e]
 - [x] Task: Research `imgui-bundle` text rendering and theme APIs.
     - [x] Identify the best way to load and render high-quality fonts (Inter/Maple Mono).
     - [x] Check for Freetype support or specialized rendering forks within the current environment.
@@ -8,7 +8,7 @@
     - [x] Integrate Inter and Maple Mono font assets.
     - [x] Update the font loading logic in `src/gui_2.py` (or a dedicated theme module).
     - [x] Verify font rendering quality and scaling across the UI.
-- [ ] Task: Conductor - User Manual Verification 'Phase 1: Research & Typography' (Protocol in workflow.md)
+- [x] Task: Conductor - User Manual Verification 'Phase 1: Research & Typography' (Protocol in workflow.md)
 
 ## Phase 2: Professional Style & Theming
 - [ ] Task: Implement the "Subtle Rounding" Professional Theme.