wowaudit_list_raids

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

Annotations already indicate readOnlyHint=true, destructiveHint=false, idempotentHint=true, so the description bears less burden. The description adds context that the output includes schedule, instance, difficulty, status, and signup counts, which is helpful but does not disclose other behavioral traits (e.g., pagination limits, authentication needs, or performance characteristics). 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 a single sentence of 15 words, front-loaded with the verb 'List', and efficiently conveys the main purpose and key output fields without any 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?

Given the low complexity (2 optional parameters, output schema exists, annotations comprehensive) the description covers the essential scope (upcoming/past raids, key fields). Some minor gaps exist (default limit, time horizon for 'upcoming'), but overall it is sufficiently complete for a read-only list tool with good schema coverage.

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 100% (both limit and includePast have descriptions). The tool description adds minimal extra meaning: 'optionally including past raids' maps to includePast, but the schema already covers defaults and constraints. The limit parameter's note about undocumented pagination is in the schema, not the description, so the description does not add value 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?

The description clearly states the tool lists raids with a specific verb ('list') and resource ('raids'), and includes optional past raids and key data fields (schedule, instance, difficulty, status, signup counts). This distinguishes it from siblings like wowaudit_get_raid (single raid) and wowaudit_list_historical_data (historical data).

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 does not provide any guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives like wowaudit_get_raid or wowaudit_list_characters. There is no explicit when/when-not context or mention of sibling tools, leaving the agent to infer usage solely from the name and purpose.

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