bardo_stepup

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

Describes the minting action and the need to solve the puzzle, then pass challenge_id and answer. Annotations provide no behavioral detail, so description adds valuable context despite not covering all potential traits.

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?

Two efficient sentences that convey purpose, usage, and distinction from sibling. No wasted words.

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 tool's simplicity and lack of output schema, the description adequately explains what it does and how to use the result. Missing explicit mention of output format, but implied by usage instructions.

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 description does not mention the single parameter session_token at all, and schema coverage is 0%. No added meaning beyond 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?

Clearly states it mints a step-up puzzle for bardo_policy_set, distinguishing it from the sibling that also mints one on demand. Verb 'mint' and resource 'step-up puzzle' are specific.

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?

Explicitly says to call this directly only if you want the puzzle up front, and mentions bardo_policy_set mints one itself. Provides clear context for when to use this tool.

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