mimir_link

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

The description confirms the link creation is destructive (as per destructiveHint) but adds no further behavioral context beyond building a graph. Since annotations already flag destructiveness, the description provides marginal added value.

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 three concise sentences, front-loading the key action and purpose. Every sentence adds necessary context without redundancy or fluff.

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?

The tool has 4 parameters and an output schema. The description covers the core functionality and relationship types, but omits prerequisites (e.g., entities must exist) and potential side effects. Given the output schema exists, the gap is moderate.

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%, so parameters are already documented. The description mentions relationship types, which are also in the schema's 'relationship' parameter description. Thus, no significant extra meaning is added 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 uses a specific verb ('Create') and resource ('relationship link from one entity to another'), clearly stating the purpose. It distinguishes from sibling tools like mimir_unlink and mimir_traverse by explaining that it builds a knowledge graph for traversal.

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 lists allowed relationship types ('depends_on', 'implements', 'extends', 'references', or custom) and connects it to mimir_traverse. While it doesn't state when not to use, the sibling name mimir_unlink implies the complementary operation.

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