node_plugins_torrent_stats

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

With no annotations provided, the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure. It does not mention whether this is a read-only operation, whether it returns aggregate or detailed data, whether it requires specific permissions, or whether it has side effects. The description is too sparse to inform an agent about behavior beyond the basic action.

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 extremely short and front-loaded with the main purpose, which is initially good for conciseness. However, it is under-specified to the point of being almost unhelpful; a single sentence that does not add context or detail is minimal but not necessarily well-rounded.

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, no output schema, and no annotations, the description is the only source of information for the agent. It is incomplete because it does not explain what 'torrent blocker statistics' are, how they relate to node plugins, or what kind of data to expect. The tool likely returns a non-trivial result (e.g., counts, blocks), but this is left unspecified.

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 zero parameters, so the description does not need to clarify parameter meaning. The input schema is empty and coverage is 100%, meaning there is nothing to explain. A baseline of 4 is appropriate because no parameter documentation is needed.

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 'Get torrent blocker statistics' identifies the resource (torrent blocker) and the action (get statistics), but it is vague about what 'torrent blocker' refers to and what specific statistics are returned. It does not differentiate from the sibling tool node_plugins_torrent_reports, which likely provides reports, and the term 'statistics' is generic.

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?

No guidance is provided on when to use this tool over node_plugins_torrent_reports or node_plugins_torrent_truncate. The description does not indicate typical use cases, prerequisites (e.g., requiring a node plugin to be configured), or conditions that would disqualify its use.

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