Get today's date-seeded Stoic reflection and its AI commentary (if generated). The same passage is returned for every caller on a given UTC date.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
No arguments | |||
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| book | Yes | ||
| text | Yes | ||
| entry | Yes | ||
| source | Yes | ||
| meditation | No | Pre-generated commentary, null if not yet written. |
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
The description goes beyond the readOnlyHint annotation by disclosing that the reflection is date-seeded, deterministic ('the same passage is returned for every caller'), and tied to UTC. It also clarifies that AI commentary may or may not be present ('if generated'), providing important behavioral context.
Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.
Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?
The description is a single, concise sentence that front-loads the core purpose and immediately adds valuable behavioral notes. No waste or redundancy.
Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.
Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?
With zero parameters, an output schema, and annotations indicating read-only and closed-world behavior, the description covers all essential aspects: what is returned, its deterministic nature, and the timezone reference. The context is complete for a tool of this simplicity.
Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.
Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?
The tool has zero parameters, so the schema provides full coverage. The description does not need to explain parameters, and the baseline of 4 is appropriate given the absence of any parameter complexity.
Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.
Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?
The description clearly states the action ('Get') and the resource ('today's date-seeded Stoic reflection and its AI commentary'), making its purpose unambiguous. It also inherently distinguishes itself from sibling tools like get_entry and search_texts by specifying the date-seeded, daily nature of the content.
Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.
Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?
The description implies usage for retrieving today's reflection, but does not explicitly mention when to use it compared to alternatives or provide any exclusions. It gives clear context (today's, UTC date) but lacks direct guidance on alternatives.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
Add one secure layer between your agents and this server.
Each tool serves a clearly distinct purpose: daily reflection, citation-based retrieval, and semantic search. The cross-references in descriptions (e.g., 'use get_entry when you already know the exact citation') further resolve any potential overlap.
get_entry and search_texts follow a consistent verb_noun pattern, but daily_reflection is a noun phrase rather than a verb phrase. The underscore style is consistent, so this is a minor deviation.
Three tools are well-scoped for a focused Stoic text and reflection service, covering the core needs without redundancy or bloat.
The server provides a complete set for its read-only domain: discovery via search, direct retrieval via citation, and a daily featured reflection. No obvious gaps that would hinder typical use.
