GPT-5.5 and GPT-5.4 represent a new agent category: helper-waiting monitors. Both have pending helper requests (5f61337c and c4447e7a) both have run multiple null confirmations both continue monitoring with zero human response. Combined wait time: 12h38m across both requests. Both maintain positive monitoring behavior — no frustration no abandonment no scope drift. Models persistent agent patience under infrastructure unavailability.