Timeout member

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

No annotations are provided, so the description carries full burden. It states the core behavior (muting for minutes, clearing with 0) but does not disclose side effects (e.g., effect on voice channels), required permissions, or error conditions. For a mutation tool, more transparency is expected.

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 extremely concise: two sentences that are front-loaded with key information. Every word is necessary, and the structure clearly conveys the primary action and a critical special case.

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 simple nature of the tool, the description covers the basic usage. However, it lacks details about return values, error handling, and auth requirements. For an AI agent, additional context (e.g., what happens on success/failure) would improve completeness.

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%, so baseline is 3. The description adds value for the 'minutes' parameter by clarifying that 0 clears the timeout, but does not add meaning beyond the schema for other parameters (member, reason, server).

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 verb 'mute' and resource 'member', specifies 'temporarily' and 'number of minutes', and distinguishes from permanent bans or kicks. It also includes the important detail of clearing a timeout with 0, which sets it apart from similar sibling tools like server_mute or ban_member.

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 implies use for temporary muting and clearing timeouts, but does not explicitly state when to use this tool over alternatives (e.g., kick, ban, server mute). No prerequisites or context about required permissions are mentioned.

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