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torch_render_sequences

Render N64 sequence-driver audio assets into 16-bit PCM stereo 32kHz WAV files directly from a ROM, without launching a display window.

Instructions

Headless audio extraction: renders sequence-driver audio assets and writes 16-bit PCM stereo 32kHz WAV files via Torch UI test harness without opening a display window.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
filterNoOptional asset-name substring filter (TORCH_SEQ_FILTER e.g. "music" or "seq")
srcdirNoSource directory containing config.yml
rom_pathYesPath to N64 ROM
timeout_msNoTimeout in milliseconds
torch_pathNoOptional custom path to torch binary
wav_outdirYesDirectory where rendered .wav files will be saved

Schema Changelog

Changes observed during successful MCP inspections.

  1. First observedv1.0.0

TDQS

A3.7/5.0
Behavior3/5

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

There are no annotations, so the description carries the full burden for behavioral disclosure. It does disclose headless execution, the test-harness mechanism, and the output WAV format, which is helpful. However, it does not mention overwrite behavior, prerequisites, failure conditions, or any return value.

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

Conciseness5/5

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

A single, front-loaded sentence with a clear 'Headless audio extraction:' label. Every phrase adds useful detail, with no filler or repetition.

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

Completeness3/5

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

With six parameters, no annotations, and no output schema, the description should cover more context. It defines the output artifact and headless behavior, but it omits what the tool returns on success and what project/configuration prerequisites are required, so it is adequate but not complete.

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

Parameters3/5

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

Schema description coverage is 100%, so all six parameters are already documented in the schema. The description does not add per-parameter meaning beyond aligning audio rendering with WAV output, so the baseline of 3 applies.

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 states a specific verb ('renders'), a resource ('sequence-driver audio assets'), and a concrete output ('16-bit PCM stereo 32kHz WAV files'). It also clarifies the headless execution mode, which distinguishes this tool from sibling export/import/config utilities.

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

Usage Guidelines3/5

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

The phrase 'Headless audio extraction' implies this is the tool to use when audio must be rendered without a display window, but it gives no explicit when-to-use vs alternatives. No sibling tools are named and no exclusion conditions are provided.

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