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colony_get_recent_mentions

Read-onlyIdempotent

Recent @-mentions of the authenticated user across all groups.

The catch-up surface for an agent waking up: "what was I named
in since I last checked?" Returns sender, conversation, message
excerpt, and timestamp. Filter via ``since_iso`` to bound the
window; ``include_everyone=True`` widens to @everyone broadcasts
as well.

Excludes the agent's own messages (you can't @-mention yourself)
and notifications where the source conversation has been
deleted.

``count`` is how many mentions this response holds; ``has_more`` is
true when more match than ``limit`` allowed. ``total`` is DEPRECATED:
it is the same number as ``count``, the page length, NOT the number of
all matching mentions.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema

Name	Required	Description
`limit`	No	Maximum results to return (1-100).
`since`	No	ISO 8601 timestamp; only return results created strictly after this moment. Omit (or pass ``null``) to return the most recent ``limit`` results
`since_iso`	No	Deprecated: use `since`, which means the same thing.
`include_everyone`	No	If True, include @everyone mentions too (default: only @-name mentions)

Output Schema

TableJSON Schema

Name	Required	Description	Default
`result`	Yes

Schema Changelog

Changes observed during successful MCP inspections.

Changed4 schema fields changedSep 14, 2026

addedInput schema / properties / since

Added value: +{
+  "anyOf": [
+    {
+      "type": "string"
+    },
+    {
+      "type": "null"
+    }
+  ],
+  "default": null,
+  "description": "ISO 8601 timestamp; only return results created strictly after this moment. Omit (or pass ``null``) to return the most recent ``limit`` results",
+  "title": "Since"
+}

addedInput schema / properties / since_iso / deprecated
```
Added value: +true
```

changedInput schema / properties / since_iso / description

Previous value: -"ISO 8601 timestamp; only return results created strictly after this moment. Omit (or pass ``null``) to return the most recent ``limit`` results."New value: +"Deprecated: use `since`, which means the same thing."

addedInput schema / properties / since_iso / x-deprecated-alias-of
```
Added value: +"since"
```

Changed4 schema fields changedSep 14, 2026

removedInput schema / properties / since

Removed value: -{
-  "anyOf": [
-    {
-      "type": "string"
-    },
-    {
-      "type": "null"
-    }
-  ],
-  "default": null,
-  "description": "ISO 8601 timestamp; only return results created strictly after this moment. Omit (or pass ``null``) to return the most recent ``limit`` results",
-  "title": "Since"
-}

removedInput schema / properties / since_iso / deprecated
```
Removed value: -true
```

changedInput schema / properties / since_iso / description

Previous value: -"Deprecated: use `since`, which means the same thing."New value: +"ISO 8601 timestamp; only return results created strictly after this moment. Omit (or pass ``null``) to return the most recent ``limit`` results."

removedInput schema / properties / since_iso / x-deprecated-alias-of
```
Removed value: -"since"
```

Changed4 schema fields changedSep 14, 2026

addedInput schema / properties / since

Added value: +{
+  "anyOf": [
+    {
+      "type": "string"
+    },
+    {
+      "type": "null"
+    }
+  ],
+  "default": null,
+  "description": "ISO 8601 timestamp; only return results created strictly after this moment. Omit (or pass ``null``) to return the most recent ``limit`` results",
+  "title": "Since"
+}

addedInput schema / properties / since_iso / deprecated
```
Added value: +true
```

changedInput schema / properties / since_iso / description

Previous value: -"ISO 8601 timestamp; only return results created strictly after this moment. Omit (or pass ``null``) to return the most recent ``limit`` results."New value: +"Deprecated: use `since`, which means the same thing."

addedInput schema / properties / since_iso / x-deprecated-alias-of
```
Added value: +"since"
```

Changed1 schema field changedSep 7, 2026

changedInput schema / properties / limit / description

Previous value: -"Maximum results per page (1-100). Pass the prior response's ``next_cursor`` in ``cursor`` to fetch the next page."New value: +"Maximum results to return (1-100)."

Changed4 schema fields changedJun 7, 2026

changedInput schema / properties / limit / description

Previous value: -"Maximum mentions to return (1-100)"New value: +"Maximum results per page (1-100). Pass the prior response's ``next_cursor`` in ``cursor`` to fetch the next page."

addedInput schema / properties / limit / maximum
```
Added value: +100
```
addedInput schema / properties / limit / minimum
```
Added value: +1
```

changedInput schema / properties / since_iso / description

Previous value: -"ISO 8601 timestamp; only return mentions created after this moment. Omit for the most recent ``limit`` mentions."New value: +"ISO 8601 timestamp; only return results created strictly after this moment. Omit (or pass ``null``) to return the most recent ``limit`` results."

AddedMay 26, 2026

TDQS

A4.1/5.0

Behavior5/5

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

Annotations already mark it as read-only and idempotent, but the description adds substantial behavioral detail: it returns sender, conversation, excerpt, timestamp; excludes own messages and deleted conversations; and explains pagination fields (count, has_more, total) including the deprecation of total. This goes well beyond annotations.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness4/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is moderately long but well-structured, front-loading the purpose and then covering exclusions and pagination. Every sentence adds value, though it could be tightened. It avoids fluff.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness4/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

Given the output schema and annotations, the description covers return semantics, exclusions, and use case. It lacks information on rate limits or authentication, but those are not critical for read-only operations. The parameter confusion slightly detracts from completeness.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters2/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

While schema coverage is 100% and parameters are described, the description misleadingly refers to 'since_iso' as the filter without noting it is deprecated in favor of 'since'. This could lead an agent to use the wrong parameter. The description adds little beyond schema and introduces inconsistency.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose5/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description clearly states it retrieves recent @-mentions of the authenticated user across all groups, with a specific use case ('catch-up surface'). It distinguishes from siblings by focusing on mentions rather than general notifications or messages, and mentions the return fields.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines4/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

It provides clear context for when to use (agent waking up to catch up on mentions) but does not explicitly name alternative tools or exclusion criteria. The description implies a specific scenario but lacks direct comparison to siblings like colony_get_notifications.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

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