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Get anime/manga news

get_news
Read-only

List recent MyAnimeList news articles not tied to a specific anime or manga. Use a keyword or tag to filter results.

Instructions

List recent MyAnimeList news articles site-wide (headline, date, author, excerpt) — not tied to one anime or manga. Use q to search by keyword or tag to filter by topic tag. Use get_anime_news/get_manga_news instead for news about one specific anime/manga by mal_id.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
qNoSearch query, e.g. a keyword or title. Verified live to search beyond just the headline (a real, unfamiliar-sounding title can still match) — don't assume a result's title visibly contains the term.
tagNoFilter by topic tag.
pageNo1-based page number for pagination (1-1000).
limitNoMax results per page (1-50).

Output Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
pageYes
resultsYes
Behavior4/5

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

Annotations already declare readOnlyHint and openWorldHint. Description adds that q searches beyond headline and lists return fields, providing behavioral context 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.

Conciseness5/5

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

Two concise sentences with no waste. Each sentence adds distinct value: purpose, usage, sibling guidance.

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

Completeness5/5

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

Given 100% schema coverage, output schema present, and annotations, the description is fully adequate for an agent to select and invoke the tool correctly.

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

Parameters4/5

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

Schema covers all 4 parameters with 100% description. Description adds nuance that q searches beyond headline, which is not in schema. Baseline 3, plus minor added value.

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?

Description clearly states it lists site-wide MyAnimeList news articles with headline, date, author, excerpt. It explicitly distinguishes from get_anime_news and get_manga_news.

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

Usage Guidelines5/5

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

Describes when to use (site-wide news) and when not (use get_anime_news/get_manga_news for specific anime/manga). Also explains how to use q and tag parameters.

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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