analyze_report_patterns

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 behavioral disclosure. It says 'Fetch your recent reports' which implies a read operation, but does not explicitly state that the tool is read-only, non-destructive, or what permissions are needed. The description lacks details on side effects or data scope.

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 only two sentences long, front-loads the action and key outputs, and contains no unnecessary words. Every sentence adds value.

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 optional parameter and no output schema, the description explains what patterns are analyzed but omits important context: what 'recent' means (time frame), whether results are paginated, and what the response format looks like. This leaves gaps for an AI agent.

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% with a single optional parameter (page_size) that has a clear description in the schema. The tool description does not add any additional meaning or context about the parameter beyond the schema, so a score 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 clearly states the tool fetches recent reports and analyzes specific patterns (vulnerability types, severity, resolution rates, programs). It uses a specific verb ('analyze') and resource ('reports'), and the listed patterns distinguish it from sibling tools like search_reports or get_report that only fetch raw data.

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 includes 'Useful for understanding your hunting profile,' which implies a usage context but does not explicitly state when to use this tool over alternatives like search_reports. There is no mention of prerequisites or exclusions.

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