discover_pools

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

No annotations are provided, so the description carries the full burden of disclosing behavior. 'Discover' implies a read-only lookup, but the description does not state whether it modifies anything, what happens when no pools exist, whether there are rate limits, or what the response shape is. This leaves meaningful behavioral uncertainty.

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, well-structured sentence that front-loads the action and resource, then specifies the API. Every word contributes meaning, with no filler or redundancy.

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?

For a tool with one documented parameter and no output schema, the description is concise but sufficient to understand the tool's purpose and invoke it. It could elaborate on the return format or edge cases, but the low complexity means the description is nearly complete as-is.

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%, and the schema already documents 'symbol' as a Cardano token symbol with examples. The description adds no parameter details beyond what the schema provides, so the baseline of 3 applies.

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 ('Discover') with a specific resource ('Cardano DEX liquidity pools for a native token') and identifies the integration ('Iris API'). It is immediately distinguishable from all sibling tools, which focus on orders, balances, prices, and strategies rather than pool discovery.

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 context is clear: use this tool when you need to find DEX liquidity pools for a Cardano native token. It does not explicitly name alternatives or exclusions, but none of the sibling tools perform pool discovery, so the intended use is unambiguous enough.

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