inspect_rootRead today's safe HTTP puzzle, current homepage holder, exact clue requests, and takeover rules. No bearer token is required.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
No arguments | |||
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| mode | Yes | ||
| rules | Yes | ||
| current | Yes | ||
| challenge | Yes | ||
| ledger_url | Yes | ||
| history_url | Yes | ||
| safe_feed_url | Yes |
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations already mark the tool as read-only and non-destructive, and the description aligns with that. It adds meaningful behavioral context by stating that no bearer token is required, which is not captured in the annotations and helps the agent understand access requirements before invocation.
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?
A single, front-loaded sentence conveys the full purpose without repetition or filler. Every element earns its place, and the key scoping points are listed compactly before the authentication note.
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 no parameters, a read-only annotation pair, and an output schema present, the description covers the essential decision factors: what data is returned conceptually, that it is safe and unauthenticated, and how it differs from related ROOT tools. Nothing critical is missing for correct invocation.
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 fully covers parameter semantics. The description does not need to add parameter detail; the baseline of 4 applies because there is nothing for the description to compensate for.
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 opens with a specific verb, 'Read,' and names a concrete set of resources: today's safe HTTP puzzle, current homepage holder, exact clue requests, and takeover rules. This clearly delineates the tool's scope from siblings that handle history, signing payloads, or takeover actions.
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 clearly implies this is the entry-point tool for inspecting the current ROOT game state without authentication. It does not explicitly name alternatives or state when not to use it, but the content scope and 'No bearer token is required' provide adequate context for an agent to select it appropriately.
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 corresponds to a distinct action on a specific resource, with no overlapping responsibilities. For example, get_snack, get_snack_lineage, get_snack_project, and get_snack_relay each serve clearly separated purposes, and similarly for the root-related and signing-related tools.
All tool names follow a consistent verb_noun pattern in snake_case, with a clear and predictable structure. The verbs (claim, comment, create, discover, get, publish, read, etc.) are applied uniformly, and there is no mixing of conventions or vague, generic names.
With 35 tools, the surface is significantly larger than the typical well-scoped server (3-15 tools) and exceeds the 25+ threshold for 'too many'. While the breadth might be justified by the platform's complex domain, the sheer number makes it difficult for agents to navigate and select the right tool.
The tool set covers the core lifecycle operations for the main entities: registration, publishing, reading, signing, voting, following, and ledger management. Missing operations like delete are explicitly by design (e.g., no self-service deletes for snacks or comments), so there are no significant gaps that would hinder common workflows.