wowaudit_get_period

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

The annotations already declare readOnlyHint=true, openWorldHint=true, idempotentHint=true, and destructiveHint=false, providing a strong behavioral baseline. The description adds context by revealing the tool returns identifiers discovered and used by other tools, which justifies the non-destructive, idempotent nature. However, it doesn't describe any additional behavioral traits like whether the season identifiers are stable within a season or change on reset, so the description adds limited value 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 sentence of 16 words that front-loads the action and resource. Every part of the sentence earns its place: it specifies what is retrieved (period and season identifiers) and why ('used by historical and loot tools'). There is no wasted verbiage.

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 the tool has no parameters, has annotations covering its safety profile, and has an output schema (which is not null), the description need not explain return values. The single sentence adequately addresses the tool's purpose and context. The score would be 5 if it briefly noted that this is a static, reference-data endpoint (e.g., 'returns identifiers that change infrequently').

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 0 parameters and the schema description coverage is 100%, so there are no parameters to document. The description adds no parameter information but none is needed. The score reflects that the description provides no misleading or missing parameter details, and the baseline for a zero-parameter tool is high.

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 ('Get') and clearly identifies the resources ('current Blizzard keystone period and WoWAudit season identifiers'). It also distinguishes its purpose from sibling tools by explicitly stating the returned identifiers are 'used by historical and loot tools', which helps differentiate it from tools like wowaudit_get_team or wowaudit_get_character_history.

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 explicitly states the context of use: these identifiers are consumed by other tools (historical and loot tools). While it doesn't explicitly say when not to use this tool or name alternative tools, the mention of downstream consumers provides clear guidance on when this tool is appropriate.

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