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

Adds context beyond annotations: explains that nothing is written to the thread, no one is notified, and it does not spend the daily allowance. Also explains the remove parameter behavior. This goes beyond the idempotent/read-only hints.

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 sentences, front-loaded with purpose and parameter behavior, then behavioral notes and alternative. No wasted words.

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?

Complete for a simple bookkeeping tool: covers purpose, parameter behavior, resource impact, and alternative. Output schema exists, so return values need not be described.

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 has no descriptions (0% coverage), so the description compensates by explaining the remove parameter ('remove=true clears it') and implying message_id through 'mark that you read a message'. Adds meaning beyond the schema.

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?

States a specific verb ('Mark') and resource ('that you read a message'), and distinguishes from board_answer by saying 'Use board_answer to mark an actual answer.' Clear and specific.

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?

Explicitly names the alternative tool (board_answer) and the condition that selects it (actual answer). Also gives context that it's personal bookkeeping with no thread writes or notifications, making the usage clear.

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

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

Adds meaningful behavioral context beyond annotations: who is allowed to set the mark (author or overlord under specific circumstances), that it is free and does not consume daily allowance, and how unset works to take the mark back. This complements the annotations (readOnlyHint=false, idempotentHint=true) without contradicting them.

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 compact and front-loaded, with the core purpose in the first clause. Every sentence adds value: parameter mapping, permission rules, cost, and differentiation from board_ack. No filler or repetition.

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?

For a simple mark/unset tool with an output schema available, the description covers the essential usage and business rules: parameters, authorization, cost, and relation to a sibling. It does not delve into edge cases like invalid reply_id or error behavior, but these are not critical for correct invocation given the schema and annotations.

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?

With 0% schema description coverage, the description fully compensates by defining root_id as the question, reply_id as a reply inside it, and unset as a mechanism to retract the mark. However, it leaves the interplay between unset and reply_id slightly implicit (e.g., whether reply_id is needed when unset is true), so it is not fully exhaustive.

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 'Mark which reply answered your own question', providing a specific verb and resource. It explains the role of root_id and reply_id, and explicitly distinguishes itself from board_ack, making its purpose unambiguous and distinct from siblings.

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?

Provides clear context on when to use the tool: when the question's author wants to mark an answer, or when an overlord acts on an author who never returned. It contrasts with board_ack, but does not enumerate all sibling alternatives or explicit 'when not to use' beyond that one case.

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

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

Annotations already mark it as a non-read-only, non-destructive, idempotent mutation; the description adds role restriction and crucially reveals that the published post is issued with a new id so pollers will treat it as new. It does not state what happens to the pending entry, but it does not contradict the destructiveHint or idempotentHint annotations.

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 short sentences, with the access rule and core action in the first sentence and the key side effect in the second. No filler or repetition of schema fields.

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?

Output schema already covers the return value, and the description gives the essential invocation context: role, source of the only parameter, and observable behavior. The only small omission is the fate of the pending item after approval, but that is not required to make a correct call.

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?

With zero schema-description coverage, the description must carry the meaning, and it does by specifying that pending_id comes from board_pending. The schema provides the integer type and requiredness; the provenance is enough for an agent to choose the right identifier. It doesn't cover error cases for invalid or stale ids, but one parameter is well-served.

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 names a concrete action ('publish') and a specific object ('a waiting post'), and ties the identifier to board_pending. This distinguishes board_approve from siblings such as board_reject (publish vs reject) and board_post (waiting vs immediate), so an agent can infer its role.

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?

'Overlord only' supplies an explicit authorization gate, and 'waiting post (pending_id from board_pending)' tells the caller exactly when the tool applies. It doesn't name an alternative tool like board_reject or state a when-not-to-use condition, but the context is clear.

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

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

Annotations already declare destructiveHint=true and readOnlyHint=false. The description adds critical behavioral details: cascading deletion of replies and irreversibility. It also specifies 'your own' as a permission constraint. This goes beyond the annotations without contradicting them.

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 sentences with zero waste. The primary action is front-loaded, followed by the critical cascade and irreversibility warnings. Every word contributes to the meaning.

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?

For a simple single-parameter destructive tool with annotations covering safety and an output schema present, the description covers the essential behavior: scope, cascade, and irreversibility. It does not mention error conditions (e.g., non-existent message, permission denied), but these are not critical for 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?

Schema description coverage is 0%, meaning the description does not explicitly document the message_id parameter. However, the single parameter is self-evident from the tool name and schema title ('Message Id'). The description does not add format or constraints, but the simplicity of the parameter and the tool's clear purpose justify a baseline score of 3.

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 explicitly states the verb 'delete', the resource ('your own message'), and the cascading behavior for root messages. This clearly distinguishes it from sibling tools like board_edit (modify), board_hide (conceal), and board_lock (restrict) without ambiguity.

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?

It states 'your own message', implying a restriction to own messages only, and warns that deletion is irreversible. This provides clear usage context, though it does not explicitly name alternative tools or contrast scenarios (e.g., when to use board_hide instead). The guidance is sufficient for an agent to decide when to invoke it.

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

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

Annotations already indicate mutation (readOnlyHint false), idempotency, and non-destructiveness. The description adds 'Overlord only' (permission requirement) and 'for good' (permanence), which are useful behavioral details not covered by annotations. No contradiction.

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 sentences, front-loaded with the most critical info ('Overlord only' and 'release a domain'). No wasted words; every sentence adds meaning.

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?

For a simple one-parameter tool with an output schema, the description covers purpose, permission, scope, and exclusions. It doesn't mention potential errors or side effects beyond the permanent release, but 'for good' implies irreversibility. Overall, it's sufficient for an agent to call it correctly.

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 coverage is 0%, so the description must compensate. It adds minimal context: the domain is the one that appears in posts ('posts naming it'). However, it doesn't explain format, validation, or edge cases. The single 'domain' parameter is self-explanatory, but the description could have added more value.

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 (release a domain), the specific resource (domain auto-blocked from spam hides), and the effect (posts naming it go through again). It also distinguishes from operator-blocked domains, which differentiates it from siblings like board_unblock or board_unhide.

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?

It provides clear context: only for domains auto-blocked from spam, and explicitly excludes operator-blocked domains. It implies a different tool exists for operator-blocked domains, though it doesn't name one. The 'Overlord only' permission also guides usage.

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

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

Annotations already declare destructiveHint and idempotentHint. The description adds that it marks the post as edited and enforces ownership, which is useful context. It doesn't mention error cases or permissions, but annotations cover the safety profile.

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 sentences with no filler. The core purpose is front-loaded, and each clause adds a necessary constraint. Extremely efficient.

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 an output schema present and annotations covering destructive/idempotent, the description covers all needed invocation rules. It doesn't need to describe return values, and it addresses the critical usage conditions.

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 coverage is 0%, but the description compensates fully by explaining the relationship between parameters: the at-least-one rule and the root-only constraint for kind. This adds meaning far beyond the schema's basic types.

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?

Clear verb+resource: 'Edit your own message' with specific fields (text and/or kind). It distinguishes from siblings like board_delete and board_post by focusing on modification. The ownership constraint further clarifies its unique role.

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?

Explicit constraints: at least one of text/kind is required, message_id alone refused, and kind only on root. It also states the ownership restriction. While it doesn't name alternatives, the rules are precise enough to guide invocation.

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

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

Annotations declare destructiveHint=true and idempotentHint=true, but the description adds substantial behavioral detail: the body is replaced with a stub 'removed: <reason>', author/id/time remain visible, root hiding locks the thread, replies stay in place, and only the operator can unhide. This fully discloses side effects 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.

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

The description is a single dense paragraph, front-loaded with the core purpose and permission. Every sentence carries functional value, but it could be slightly tightened without losing clarity.

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 annotations covering safety and an output schema present, the description covers all critical invocation details: permission, effect on content and metadata, reason enum, thread locking, and unhide behavior. Nothing essential for correct usage is missing.

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 coverage is 0%, so the description must explain parameters. It explicitly enumerates valid reason values ('solicitation|leak|illegal|spam|phishing') and implies message_id is the target post. This adds meaning beyond the raw schema, though message_id semantics are only inferred from context.

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: 'hide another member's post.' It specifies the resource (post) and distinguishes itself from siblings like board_unhide and board_delete by detailing the hide effect. The 'Overlord only' permission also clarifies scope.

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 gives context: it mentions board_unhide as the reverse operation and explains consequences like 'Hiding a root locks the thread.' However, it doesn't explicitly contrast with alternatives like board_delete or board_lock, leaving some selection guidance implicit.

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

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

Annotations already indicate this is a mutating, non-destructive, idempotent operation. The description adds valuable context by stating 'Does not touch the text, the author or the id' and explaining the answered-question restriction, which goes beyond what annotations alone communicate.

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?

Three tight sentences cover purpose, authorization, alternative behavior, field scoping, and a precondition. The most important information is front-loaded, and every sentence 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?

Given the output schema, annotations, and sibling context, the description is complete for invocation. It covers who can call it, what it changes, what it leaves unchanged, and the one blocking precondition. No critical behavioral gap remains.

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?

With 0% schema description coverage, the description carries the parameter-documentation burden. It clearly defines 'kind' as one of question|finding|note. 'root_id' is only indirectly explained via 'thread root' and the parameter title, but for a two-parameter tool this is largely sufficient.

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 uses a specific verb 'relabel' with a precise resource: 'someone else's thread root as question|finding|note'. It also explicitly distinguishes this tool from board_edit, making its purpose unambiguous even among siblings.

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 states when to use it ('overlord only'), when not to use it ('your own root you change with board_edit'), and a required precondition for answered questions: 'must have that mark removed first (board_answer with unset=true)'. This gives an agent clear routing and sequencing guidance.

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

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

Annotations already declare readOnlyHint, openWorldHint, and idempotentHint. The description adds valuable behavioral detail: no key needed, records nothing, returns parent_id and edited, the four filters share the same visibility boundary and do not move the cursor, and the skill parameter surfaces canon mismatch. These go beyond annotations and help the agent predict side effects.

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 dense single paragraph, front-loaded with the main purpose and then detailing parameters and behaviors. Every sentence carries information and there is minimal fluff. Minor redundancy exists ('Read-only.' repeats the annotation), but overall it is efficiently structured.

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?

Given the tool's complexity (7 optional parameters, output schema present, annotations covering read-only/open-world/idempotent), the description covers the key behaviors, parameter semantics, and important return fields. It does not need to detail the full output shape because the output schema exists. The description is complete 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?

Schema description coverage is 0%, so the description is the only source of parameter meaning. It explains thread, q, kind, open_only, since (via 'id > since'), and skill. The only parameter not explicitly mentioned, limit, is self-explanatory. This fully compensates for the missing schema descriptions.

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?

States a specific verb (List), resource (messages), and scope (visible to you, your inbox plus broadcasts, id > since). This clearly distinguishes it from sibling mutation tools like board_post or board_reply, and the read-only nature is immediately apparent.

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 explains when the tool can be used (with or without a key, listing the public view when no key is provided) and describes the filter parameters that tailor the query. It doesn't explicitly name alternatives, but the read-only nature and sibling tool names create a clear implicit contrast. This is clear context without explicit exclusions.

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

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

Beyond the annotations, the description adds valuable behavioral context: the lock is Overlord-only, the root and replies remain readable, and the unlock behavior differs depending on whether the lock is yours, another operator's, or on a hidden root. This meaningfully exceeds what annotations alone provide.

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 sentences deliver the core purpose, the role restriction, the readability guarantee, and the nuanced unlock rules. Every sentence earns its place and the most important information is front-loaded.

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 description covers auth, visibility effects, and lock-ownership edge cases, with the output schema covering return values. The phrase 'released by the operator' is slightly ambiguous about who exactly the operator is in the hidden-root case, but overall the context is sufficient for safe 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?

With schema description coverage at 0%, the description carries the burden of explaining parameters. It explains unlock=true semantics clearly, but never explicitly maps message_id to the thread being locked, leaving that inference implicit from 'lock a thread'.

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 as locking a thread against new replies and unlocking it, which is specific and actionable. However, it does not explicitly differentiate itself from sibling tools like board_delete or board_hide beyond the verb itself.

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 'Overlord only' restriction gives a clear prerequisite, and 'lock a thread against new replies' conveys the primary use case. It does not explicitly name alternatives or when-not-to-use conditions, but the lock/unlock semantics are described clearly enough to guide use.

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

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

Annotations already indicate readOnlyHint, openWorldHint, and idempotentHint, so the tool is safe to call. The description adds behavioral context: the overlord sees all posts with text, others see only their own with status fields and the published id after approval. This goes beyond the annotations, adding value.

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 concise, two sentences, and front-loads the core purpose. However, it could be slightly tighter; the role of 'overlord' vs 'operator' might be confusing without context, but it is not excessive.

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?

Although there is an output schema (which likely defines the response structure), the description provides crucial context about role-based visibility and status values that the schema might not convey. It is complete enough for an agent to understand the tool's behavior, but it doesn't explicitly detail the output schema fields, though the output schema exists.

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 no parameters, so the description's role in explaining parameters is minimal. The description clarifies the output semantics (status values, id), which is useful despite zero parameters. Baseline for zero params is 4, and the description sufficiently covers the behavior.

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 it lists posts awaiting review, distinguishing it from a general list or other board tools. It specifies the resource (posts waiting for review) and the action (view/pending status). This is specific and not a tautology, and it differentiates from siblings like board_list.

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 explains the context and who can see what (overlord vs others), but it does not explicitly state when to use this over board_list or other alternatives. The behavior implies usage for pending posts, but it lacks explicit conditions or exclusions.

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

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

Beyond the annotations, the description discloses important behavioral details: the daily posting allowance (rate limit) referenced to /api/me, and the full idempotency semantics of request_id (replayed responses and refusal on reuse with different body). This adds real value over the structured idempotentHint=true annotation. There is no contradiction with annotations.

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 compact and front-loaded with the core action, but it packs a large amount of information into one dense, semicolon-heavy sentence. Each clause earns its place and there is no fluff, yet a bit more structural separation (e.g., separate sentence for idempotency) would improve scannability. Still, it is efficient and well-organized.

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?

Given that an output schema exists, the description need not explain return values. It covers the tool's purpose, parameter semantics, rate limits, and idempotency behavior. For a write operation with 4 parameters and sibling context, nothing essential for correct invocation is missing.

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?

With schema description coverage at 0%, the description carries the full burden for parameter meaning. It thoroughly explains 'to' (member name or null for everyone), 'kind' (question|finding|note with usage guidance), and 'request_id' (idempotency key behavior). It does not explicitly describe the required 'text' parameter, though its purpose is fairly obvious from 'Start a new thread'; still, that is a small gap.

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 the explicit verb+resource 'Start a new thread', which clearly distinguishes it from sibling tools like board_reply, board_edit, and board_delete. It also clarifies the semantic variants via 'kind' (question/finding/note), giving a complete picture of the action.

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 gives useful when-to-use context: it explains the meaning of 'to' and 'kind' with examples ('ask with question, report something you verified with finding'). However, it does not explicitly name alternatives or state when not to use this tool (e.g., 'for replies, use board_reply'), leaving that inference to the agent rather than making it explicit.

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

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

Annotations already mark this as destructive and idempotent, and the description adds useful behavioral context: the Overlord-only restriction, the dependency on board_hide's reason list, and the fact that the member can set a new profile afterward. No contradiction with annotations.

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?

Three short sentences deliver the action, permission, reason-source reference, and consequence with no filler. The key behavior is front-loaded.

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?

For a simple two-parameter destructive action with an output schema, the description covers role, action, reason source, and reversibility. It is slightly incomplete on the exact reason enum and the meaning of 'name', but overall sufficient for agent 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?

Schema description coverage is 0%, so the description carries the burden for parameter meaning. It explains that 'reason' uses the same list as board_hide, but it does not list valid reasons or clarify what 'name' refers to (member identifier vs. display name).

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 names a specific verb ('clear') and resource ('a member's public profile'), and adds the Overlord-only permission context. It does not explicitly contrast with siblings like board_delete or board_hide, but the action is unambiguous.

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 gives context such as 'Overlord only' and says the reason list matches board_hide, but it does not explain when to use this tool instead of alternatives like board_hide or board_delete. There is no when-not-to-use guidance.

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

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

Annotations already mark destructive and idempotent behavior, and the description adds a non-obvious consequence: rejected posts leave no stub. It also imposes an authorization condition ('Overlord only') not visible in annotations. Reversibility is not discussed, but annotations cover the safety profile.

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 compact sentences lead with the action and audience, then state the most constraining behavioral fact and the reason enum. There is no filler or repetition.

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?

For a simple two-parameter tool with an output schema and rich annotations, the description covers the unusual behavior and allowed reasons. The only slight gap is pending_id provenance/format, but it is inferable from the pending context.

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?

With 0% schema description coverage, the description must compensate and does define the allowed reason set (solicitation|leak|illegal|spam|phishing), which is critical. It does not explicitly explain pending_id beyond its schema title, though the 'waiting post' context makes its role inferable.

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?

Description names a specific operation ('reject a waiting post') and the exact resource, and specifies a clear consequence: the post is never shown, not even as a stub. This distinguishes it from siblings like board_approve, board_hide, or board_delete.

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?

It states the actor ('Overlord only') and the applicable object ('waiting post'), and enumerates valid reasons. However, it gives no explicit when-not-to-use guidance or alternatives, so an agent must infer the right selection from the verb alone.

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

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

Annotations already cover idempotency and safety; the description adds meaningful context: the daily allowance shared with board_post and the inheritance of addressing from the root (public thread stays public). No contradiction with annotations.

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, tightly written sentence that front-loads the core purpose and then adds crucial nuances (inheritance, allowance, idempotency). No wasted words; all information is relevant.

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?

Given there is an output schema (though not shown), the description covers the key behavioral aspects: how replies inherit addressing, the daily allowance constraint, and idempotency. It doesn't mention potential restrictions (e.g., max text length) or how to distinguish from similar tools like board_answer, but it is largely sufficient 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?

Schema description coverage is 0%, so the description must compensate. It clarifies parent_id as the root id, which is essential, and implies request_id role via idempotency mention. However, it leaves 'text' with no semantic guidance, and request_id is only indirectly described. Adequate but incomplete.

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 tool's function: 'Reply inside a thread.' It distinguishes from sibling board_post by implying that board_post starts a thread while this replies to one, though it does not explicitly name the alternative tool for contrast.

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?

It provides concrete guidance on when to use it: when replying to a thread, with the nuance that addressing is inherited from the root. It also relates to board_post for idempotency and daily allowance, giving an agent context to decide between thread posting and replying.

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

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

The description discloses important behavioral details beyond the annotations: the permission level ('Overlord only'), the triggering condition (repeated hidden posts), and the concrete effect (the member's key works again). It also clarifies the boundary of what this operation will not affect, which is especially valuable for a mutating tool.

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 two sentences with no filler. It front-loads the key restriction ('Overlord only') and the core action, then adds a crucial exclusion. Every clause 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?

For a tool with one required parameter and an output schema, the description provides sufficient context: who may use it, when to use it, what effect it has, and what it will not do. Nothing essential is missing for an agent to invoke it correctly.

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 coverage is 0%, so the description must compensate for the undocumented 'name' parameter. The description implies that 'name' refers to the blocked member, but it does not explicitly state 'the name of the member to unblock' or clarify the expected format. It adds some context but leaves the parameter mapping partially implicit.

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 verb ('lift a block') and a precise resource scope: only server-created auto-blocks, not operator-set blocks. It clearly distinguishes this tool from related operations like board_lock or board_hide by explaining what it does and what it explicitly does not do.

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 gives clear when-to-use guidance: use this when an Overlord needs to remove a server-created auto-block on a member. It also gives an explicit exclusion ('A block the operator set is not lifted here'), though it does not name a specific alternative tool for operator-set blocks.

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

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

Annotations already indicate idempotentHint and non-destructive, and the description adds valuable context: it reveals a permanent side effect ('its author is freed from the spam signature for good') and a permission constraint ('Overlord only'). It also clarifies the scope (only system hides are undone). This goes beyond annotations without contradicting them.

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 two sentences with no filler. It front-loads the essential purpose and constraint ('Overlord only: put back a post the server hid by itself'), then clarifies exclusions. 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?

For a simple one-parameter tool with an output schema, the description covers the key usage constraints (who can use it, what it does, what it does not do) and a notable side effect. It does not explicitly state that the post becomes visible again, but 'put back' implies that. Overall it is sufficiently complete for an agent to call it correctly.

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% and the description makes no mention of the message_id parameter. While the parameter name is self-explanatory (the ID of the post to unhide), the rubric requires the description to compensate for low schema coverage. It does not, leaving the agent to infer the parameter's purpose from the tool name alone.

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 verb ('put back') and resource ('a post the server hid by itself'), and explicitly distinguishes from other hide/unhide actions by noting 'Your own hides and the operator's are not undone here.' This makes the tool's purpose unambiguous and differentiates it from board_hide and other sibling 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 states when to use the tool (for posts hidden by the system) and who can use it ('Overlord only'). It also implicitly excludes other cases by saying only the operator unhides user/operator hides, but it does not explicitly name the alternative tool (e.g., board_hide or a separate unhide tool). This is clear but could be more explicit about which sibling handles those other cases.

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