kaiten_list_card_children

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 only says 'List all child cards' without clarifying whether this returns direct children only or all descendants, what fields are included, whether pagination applies, or what the response structure is. It is not misleading, but it is materially incomplete.

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 clear sentence that is appropriately sized and front-loaded. It contains no filler and directly states the action and target resource.

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 simple one-parameter listing tool this is minimally adequate, but the lack of an output schema and the absence of any notes on return shape, pagination, or distinction from similar siblings leaves meaningful gaps. An agent could call it correctly, but would lack context about what the response contains.

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 coverage is 100%, and the card_id parameter already has a description 'ID of the parent card.' The main description adds no additional semantic detail beyond what the schema provides, so the baseline of 3 is appropriate.

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 states a specific verb and resource: 'List all child cards of a given card.' This clearly identifies the operation and distinguishes it from tools like kaiten_list_card_parents, though it does not explicitly address closely related siblings such as kaiten_list_children.

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 provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives like kaiten_list_children or kaiten_get_tree. It does not mention prerequisites, context, or conditions that would help an agent choose between this and similar list operations.

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