Build a chain of cubes
buildApply 1 to 512 place/remove ops in one call. Ops run in order; results come back per op.
Input Schema
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| ops | Yes |
buildApply 1 to 512 place/remove ops in one call. Ops run in order; results come back per op.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| ops | Yes |
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Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations provided, the description carries the burden of behavioral disclosure. It usefully states that ops execute in order and that results are returned per op, which implies non-atomic, individually reported operations. It does not, however, explain failure handling or whether partial success is possible, though the per-op result phrasing strongly suggests it.
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?
Two concise sentences with no filler. The batch nature is front-loaded, followed by the two most important execution traits: ordering and per-op results. Every word earns its place.
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?
The tool has a nested array with up to 512 operation objects, no output schema, and no annotations. The description explains the core batch concept but omits critical invocation details such as coordinate expectations, whether op/type/builder have defaults, what the per-op results look like, and how errors are reported. This is not enough for an agent to confidently construct a valid request.
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?
Schema description coverage is 0%, so the description must compensate for the undocumented x, y, z, op, type, and builder fields. It only restates that the tool handles place/remove ops and has a 1–512 item range, which mostly mirrors the schema's minItems/maxItems. It does not explain coordinate semantics, default values for optional fields, or the meaning of builder.
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 states a specific action—batch place/remove operations—and the batch size range (1 to 512). It clearly differentiates itself from single-op siblings like place_cube and remove_cube by emphasizing that many ops are applied in one call, so an agent can identify this as the batching tool.
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 applying many place/remove operations at once, but it never explicitly says when to choose this over place_cube or remove_cube, nor does it mention when not to use it (e.g., for a single operation). The context is understandable but not fully prescriptive.
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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Each tool has a distinct purpose: querying single cubes, regions, overviews, stats, and performing single or bulk modifications. Even though build overlaps with individual place/remove operations, its batch nature differentiates it clearly.
All tools follow a consistent lowercase_with_underscores naming convention. Verbs clearly indicate actions (get, place, remove, clear, fill, build), making the toolset predictable and easy to navigate.
With 9 tools, the set is well-scoped for a cube world manipulation server. It provides both granular operations (place_cube, remove_cube) and higher-level bulk operations (build, fill_box, clear_mine) without unnecessary redundancy.
The toolset covers the full lifecycle of cube manipulation: querying (get_cube, get_region, get_overview, get_world_stats), creating (place_cube, build, fill_box), and deleting (remove_cube, clear_mine). No essential operations for a Minecraft-like environment are missing.