Consul MCP Server
Consul MCP サーバー 🚀
標準化されたインターフェースを通じて Consul の機能へのアクセスを提供するモデル コンテキスト プロトコル (MCP) サーバー。
特徴
サーバーは、次の Consul 機能へのアクセスを提供します。
サービス管理
実行中のサービスの一覧
サービスの登録と登録解除
サービス情報を取得する
リストカタログサービス
カタログサービス情報を取得する
健康診断
ヘルスチェックを登録する
ヘルスチェックの登録解除
サービスのヘルスチェックを受ける
キーバリューストア
KVストアから値を取得する
KVストア内のキーを一覧表示する
KVストアに値を入れる
KVストアからキーを削除する
セッション
セッションの一覧
セッションを破棄する
イベント
火災発生
イベントを一覧表示する
準備済みクエリ
準備されたクエリを作成する
準備されたクエリを実行する
状態
現在のリーダーを取得
現在のピアを取得する
エージェント
エージェントメンバーを取得する
エージェント自身の情報を取得する
システム
システムヘルスサービス情報を取得する
Related MCP server: Tailscale MCP Server
構成
サーバーは環境変数を使用して設定できます。
CONSUL_HOST: Consulサーバホスト(デフォルト: localhost)CONSUL_PORT: Consulサーバポート(デフォルト: 8500)
使用法
サーバーを起動します。
node build/index.jsサーバーは Consul に接続し、すべての機能を MCP インターフェースを通じて利用できるようになります。
発達
依存関係をインストールします:
npm installプロジェクトをビルドします。
npm run buildインスペクターを実行:
npm run build && npx @modelcontextprotocol/inspector node build/index.jsクロード・コンフィグ
{
"mcpServers": {
"consul-mcp": {
"command": "node",
"args": [
"/ABSOLUTE/PATH/TO/PARENT/FOLDER/consul-mcp-server/build/index.js"
]
}
}
}ライセンス
マサチューセッツ工科大学
Available Tools
24 toolscreate-prepared-queryC
Create a new prepared query
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| datacenters | No | Datacenters to query | |
| name | No | Name of the prepared query | |
| nearestN | No | Number of nearest nodes to return | |
| service | No | Service to query |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
No annotations are provided, and the description does not disclose any behavioral traits such as idempotency, side effects, or authorization needs. It only states the basic action without context on what 'create' entails.
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 concise sentence, efficiently stating the tool's action. However, it may be overly brief for a creation tool with no output schema.
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 complexity of creating a prepared query with four parameters and no output schema, the description is insufficient. It does not explain what a prepared query is, what the tool returns, or any important constraints.
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%, so the input schema already documents all four parameters. The description adds no additional meaning beyond what is already in the schema, which earns a baseline score of 3.
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?
Description states 'Create a new prepared query', which is a clear verb+resource combination. It distinguishes from sibling 'execute-prepared-query' by using 'create' vs 'execute'. However, it is somewhat tautological as it restates the tool name without further detail.
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?
No guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives like 'execute-prepared-query' or other create tools. No when-not or prerequisite information provided.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
delete-kvB
Delete a key from the KV store
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| key | No | Key to delete from the KV store |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
No annotations provided, so description should disclose behavior. It only states 'Delete a key' without mentioning permanence, authorization needs, or return value. Lacks essential behavioral context for a mutation operation.
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?
Very short (5 words) but appropriate for a simple operation. However, it sacrifices useful detail for brevity, leaving gaps addressed in other dimensions.
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?
Tool is simple with one parameter, but description omits behavioral details (e.g., error handling, idempotency, side effects). No output schema, so returns are not explained. Incomplete for a mutation tool given no annotations.
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 covers 100% of parameters, baseline is 3. Description adds no extra meaning beyond the schema's 'Key to delete from the KV store', so no improvement.
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?
Description clearly states 'Delete a key from the KV store', specifying the verb (delete) and resource (key). This distinguishes it from sibling tools like get-kv, put-kv, and list-kv.
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?
No guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives like put-kv (create/update) or get-kv (read). Implied by name but no explicit context or exclusions.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
deregister-health-checkC
Deregister a health check from Consul
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| id | No | ID of the health check to deregister |
TDQS
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 merely states the action without explaining effects (e.g., irreversibility), required permissions, or return values.
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, efficient sentence with no extraneous information. However, it is arguably too minimal for a tool with no annotations or output schema.
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 tool with one parameter, the description is minimally adequate but fails to provide usage guidelines or behavioral transparency. Given the lack of annotations and output schema, more context is needed.
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 schema already provides 100% coverage for the single parameter 'id', describing it as 'ID of the health check to deregister'. The description adds no additional meaning beyond this, so baseline score 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 clearly states the verb 'deregister' and the resource 'health check', which distinguishes it from sibling tools like 'deregister-service' and 'register-health-check'. However, no explicit differentiation from siblings is provided.
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?
No guidance is given on when to use this tool versus alternatives, such as 'deregister-service' or 'register-health-check'. The description lacks any context about prerequisites or conditions.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
deregister-serviceB
Deregister a service from Consul
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| id | No | ID of the service to deregister |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
No annotations are provided, and the description is a single line that merely restates the action. It does not disclose behavioral traits such as idempotency, side effects (e.g., immediate removal), permissions required, or error behavior if the service doesn't exist.
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 (one sentence), which is good for conciseness, but lacks structure. It does not earn its place by providing value beyond the name.
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 has only one parameter, no output schema, and no annotations, the description should provide basic behavioral context. It does not mention idempotency, error handling, or what happens after deregistration.
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 parameter 'id' has a clear description. The tool description adds no additional meaning beyond the schema, but the baseline of 3 is appropriate given high schema coverage.
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 'Deregister a service from Consul' uses a specific verb ('deregister') and resource ('service') with context ('from Consul'), clearly distinguishing it from siblings like 'register-service' and 'deregister-health-check'.
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?
No usage guidelines are provided. There is no mention of when to use this tool vs alternatives (e.g., deregister-health-check), prerequisites (e.g., service must exist), or consequences of misuse.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
destroy-sessionC
Destroy a session in Consul
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| id | No | ID of the session to destroy |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
No annotations are provided, and the description does not disclose behavioral traits beyond stating it destroys a session. It lacks details on effects, permissions, failure modes, or reversibility. For a mutation tool, more transparency is needed.
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 (one sentence), which is good, but it sacrifices completeness. It is not overloaded but lacks substance for a destructive operation.
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 destructive nature and lack of annotations or output schema, the description should provide more context. It does not mention required permissions, effects on the system, or error handling, making it insufficiently complete.
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% (the single parameter 'id' is described in the schema). The description adds no extra meaning beyond what the schema already provides, so the baseline 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 'Destroy a session in Consul' clearly states the action (destroy) and the resource (a session in Consul). It is unambiguous and matches the tool name. However, it does not distinguish from siblings, but there are no similar session-destroying tools among siblings.
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?
No guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. It does not specify prerequisites, when not to use, or edge cases. For a destructive operation, this omission is significant.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
execute-prepared-queryC
Execute a prepared query
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| id | No | ID of the prepared query |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
No annotations provided and the description does not disclose behavioral traits such as whether the operation is read-only or destructive, authentication needs, or rate limits. The description carries the full burden but adds no transparency.
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 very short (5 words) and front-loaded, but it is under-specified and does not earn its place with meaningful content. It is concise but insufficient.
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 no output schema, no annotations, and a single parameter, the description should explain what executing entails (e.g., returns results, side effects). It fails to provide necessary context for a tool named 'execute'.
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% with one parameter 'id' described as 'ID of the prepared query'. The description adds no additional meaning beyond the schema, so baseline score 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 'Execute a prepared query' states a verb and resource, distinguishing it from 'create-prepared-query' as an execution action. However, it is vague about what execution entails (e.g., returns results, modifies state), lacking specificity beyond the tool name.
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?
No guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives like 'create-prepared-query' or other query-related tools. There are no context cues for prerequisites or exclusions.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
fire-eventC
Fire a new event
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| name | No | Name of the event | |
| payload | No | Event payload |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
No annotations are provided, so the description carries full behavioral burden. It only states 'Fire a new event' without disclosing whether the event is durable, what side effects occur, or any permissions needed. This is insufficient for an agent to understand implications.
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 short sentence, which is concise. However, it could include more useful information in the same space without sacrificing brevity.
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 no output schema, no annotations, and a simple event creation, the description is severely incomplete. It does not explain return values, event lifecycle, or any constraints, leaving the agent with insufficient context.
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% with both parameters described in the schema. The description adds no extra meaning beyond what the schema provides. Baseline 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 'Fire a new event' uses a clear verb and resource, indicating creation of an event. The name 'fire-event' contrasts with sibling 'list-events', suggesting it triggers an event. However, it does not explicitly differentiate or specify the event system context.
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?
No guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. Context signals include sibling tools like 'list-events', but the description offers no usage context, prerequisites, or exclusions.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
get-agent-membersC
Get agent members
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
No parameters | |||
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations, the description carries full burden but only states the action without behavioral details. It does not disclose whether this is a read-only operation, its permissions, rate limits, or output format, leaving significant gaps in understanding how the tool behaves.
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 with 'Get agent members', a single phrase that directly states the purpose. It is front-loaded and wastes no words, though it may be overly terse, lacking necessary elaboration for clarity.
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 no annotations, no output schema, and a simple tool with 0 parameters, the description is incomplete. It fails to explain what 'agent members' are, the return format, or any behavioral context, making it inadequate for effective use despite low complexity.
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 input schema has 0 parameters with 100% coverage, so no parameter documentation is needed. The description does not add parameter semantics, but this is acceptable as there are no parameters to describe, aligning with the baseline for zero parameters.
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 'Get agent members' restates the tool name with minimal elaboration, making it tautological. It specifies the verb 'get' and resource 'agent members' but lacks detail on what 'agent members' are or the scope of retrieval, offering only basic purpose without differentiation from siblings.
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?
No guidance is provided on when to use this tool versus alternatives. The description does not mention context, prerequisites, or exclusions, leaving usage unclear compared to siblings like 'get-agent-self' or 'get-peers', which might overlap in functionality.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
get-agent-selfB
Get agent self information
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
No parameters | |||
TDQS
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. 'Get agent self information' implies a read-only operation, but it doesn't specify whether this requires authentication, has rate limits, returns structured data, or involves side effects. For a tool with zero annotation coverage, this leaves critical behavioral traits undefined, though it's not contradictory.
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 with zero waste. It's front-loaded with the core action and resource, making it easy to parse. Every word earns its place by conveying the essential purpose without fluff or ambiguity.
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 (0 parameters, no output schema, no annotations), the description is minimally adequate. It states what the tool does but lacks details on return values, error handling, or operational context. For a basic read operation, this might suffice, but it doesn't provide enough information for an agent to fully understand the tool's behavior without trial and error.
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 input schema has 0 parameters with 100% description coverage, so no parameter documentation is needed. The description appropriately doesn't discuss parameters, avoiding redundancy. This meets the baseline for tools with no parameters, as it doesn't add unnecessary information beyond the 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?
The description 'Get agent self information' clearly states the verb ('Get') and resource ('agent self information'), providing a basic understanding of the tool's function. However, it lacks specificity about what 'agent self information' includes (e.g., configuration, status, identity) and doesn't differentiate from siblings like 'get-agent-members' or 'get-peers', which also retrieve agent-related data. This makes the purpose somewhat vague but not misleading.
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. It doesn't mention prerequisites, context (e.g., during agent setup or monitoring), or exclusions. Without annotations or sibling differentiation, an agent must infer usage from the name alone, which is insufficient for optimal tool selection.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
get-catalog-nodesC
Get nodes from the catalog
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
No parameters | |||
TDQS
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 states the action ('Get') without detailing whether this is a read-only operation, if it requires permissions, what the output format is, or any rate limits. This is inadequate for a tool with zero annotation coverage.
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, efficient sentence with no wasted words. It's appropriately sized for a simple tool and front-loaded with the core action, making it easy to parse quickly.
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 lack of annotations and output schema, the description is incomplete. It doesn't explain what 'nodes' are, the return format, or behavioral traits like safety or performance. For a tool in a server with many siblings, more context is needed to ensure proper usage.
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 tool has 0 parameters with 100% schema description coverage, so the schema fully documents the lack of inputs. The description doesn't need to add parameter details, and it correctly implies no parameters are required, aligning with the schema. Baseline is 4 for zero parameters.
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 'Get nodes from the catalog' clearly states the action (get) and resource (nodes from catalog), but it's vague about what 'nodes' specifically are and doesn't differentiate from siblings like 'get-catalog-service' or 'list-catalog-services'. It provides basic purpose but lacks specificity.
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?
No guidance is provided on when to use this tool versus alternatives such as 'get-catalog-service' or 'list-catalog-services'. The description offers no context about use cases, prerequisites, or exclusions, leaving the agent without direction on tool selection.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
get-catalog-serviceB
Get information about a specific service from the catalog
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| service | No | Name of the service to get information for |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
No annotations provided; description only says 'Get information' without disclosing behavioral traits such as read-only nature, required permissions, error behavior, or what happens if the service does not exist. Minimal transparency beyond the operation itself.
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?
Single sentence, no extraneous words, efficiently conveys the core purpose.
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 simplicity (one optional parameter, no output schema), the description is minimally adequate. However, it lacks behavioral details that would fully inform an agent, especially given no annotations.
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% with parameter description 'Name of the service to get information for'. The description adds no additional meaning beyond what is already in the schema, so baseline score 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?
Clearly states 'Get information about a specific service from the catalog', specifying the verb (get), resource (specific service), and source (catalog). Differentiates from sibling 'list-catalog-services' which lists all services.
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?
No guidance on when to use this tool vs alternatives like 'get-services' or 'list-catalog-services'. The description does not mention when to prefer this tool over siblings.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
get-health-checksC
Get health checks for a service
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| service | No | Name of the service to get health checks for |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations, the description carries full burden. It only says 'Get', implying read-only, but does not state idempotency, side effects (or lack thereof), permissions, or rate limits.
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 sentence with no extraneous text. It is concise and front-loads the core purpose.
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?
Without an output schema or annotations, the description lacks context about what health checks are returned, the format, pagination, or any operational details. It is not complete enough for an agent to fully understand usage.
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% for the single parameter 'service', and the schema already provides a clear description. The tool description merely echoes 'for a service' without adding new meaning.
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 specific verb 'Get' and resource 'health checks' with qualifier 'for a service'. It clearly indicates the action and resource, though it does not explicitly differentiate from siblings like 'register-health-check' or 'deregister-health-check'.
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?
No guidance is provided on when to use this tool versus alternatives. The description does not mention any preconditions, disclaimers, or comparisons to sibling tools, which are abundant.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
get-kvB
Get a value from the KV store
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| key | No | Key to get from the KV store |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
No annotations provided; description fails to mention behavior when key is missing, read-only nature, or return value format.
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?
Single sentence with no waste, but could include more detail without being overly verbose.
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?
With no output schema and no return value description, the agent lacks context on what the tool outputs, especially for error cases.
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%; the description adds no extra meaning beyond the schema's parameter description.
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 action ('Get') and resource ('KV store'), distinguishing it from siblings like put-kv, delete-kv, and list-kv.
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?
No guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives (e.g., list-kv for multiple keys) or what key format is expected.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
get-leaderC
Get the current leader
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
No parameters | |||
TDQS
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 states 'Get' implies a read operation, but doesn't clarify if this is a safe, idempotent query or has side effects like caching. It lacks details on error conditions, rate limits, authentication needs, or what 'leader' entails (e.g., elected node, primary instance). For a tool with zero annotation coverage, this is a significant gap in transparency.
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 at three words ('Get the current leader'), with no wasted language. It's front-loaded with the core action and resource, making it easy to parse quickly. Every word earns its place by conveying the essential purpose without redundancy or fluff.
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 lack of annotations and output schema, the description is incomplete for effective tool use. It doesn't explain what 'leader' means in this context (e.g., from the sibling tools, it might relate to Consul or a similar system), what data is returned, or any behavioral nuances. For a tool that likely returns critical system state information, more context is needed to guide the agent properly.
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 input schema has 0 parameters with 100% coverage, meaning no parameters are documented in the schema. The description doesn't mention any parameters, which is appropriate here. Since there are no parameters to explain, the description doesn't need to compensate, and a baseline score of 4 is awarded for not introducing confusion or omissions regarding inputs.
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 'Get the current leader' clearly states the verb ('Get') and resource ('current leader'), making the purpose understandable. However, it lacks specificity about what domain or system this leader belongs to (e.g., Consul cluster, agent pool), which would help distinguish it from potential siblings. It's not tautological but remains somewhat vague without context.
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. Given sibling tools like 'get-agent-self', 'get-peers', and 'get-services', it's unclear if this is for cluster leadership, service discovery, or another context. There's no mention of prerequisites, dependencies, or typical use cases, leaving the agent to infer usage from the name alone.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
get-peersC
Get the current peers
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
No parameters | |||
TDQS
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 only states the action ('Get the current peers') without any details on traits like read-only vs. destructive behavior, authentication needs, rate limits, or response format. This is a significant gap for a tool with no structured safety hints.
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, efficient sentence ('Get the current peers') with no wasted words. It is front-loaded and appropriately sized for its simple purpose, making it highly concise and well-structured.
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 complexity of a tool that likely interacts with a system (e.g., a peer network or cluster), the description is incomplete. It lacks details on what 'peers' entails, the output format, or any behavioral context, and there is no output schema to compensate. This makes it inadequate for informed tool selection.
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 input schema has 0 parameters with 100% coverage, meaning no parameters are documented in the schema. The description does not add parameter information, which is appropriate since there are no parameters to describe. This aligns with the baseline expectation for zero-parameter tools.
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 'Get the current peers' states a clear verb ('Get') and resource ('current peers'), providing a basic purpose. However, it lacks specificity about what 'peers' means in this context (e.g., network peers, cluster nodes, or other entities) and does not differentiate from sibling tools like 'get-agent-members' or 'get-catalog-nodes', which might have overlapping functionality. This makes it vague but minimally adequate.
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. It does not mention any context, prerequisites, or exclusions, such as when peers might be unavailable or how it relates to sibling tools like 'get-agent-members'. This lack of usage instructions leaves the agent without clear direction.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
get-servicesC
Get running services
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
No parameters | |||
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations provided, the description carries full burden but only states the basic action. It doesn't disclose behavioral traits such as whether this is a read-only operation, if it requires specific permissions, rate limits, or what the output format might be. This leaves significant gaps for a tool with no annotation coverage.
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 with just three words, front-loaded to the core purpose without any wasted text. Every word earns its place, making it efficient and easy to parse.
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 complexity implied by sibling tools (e.g., in a service catalog or Consul-like system), no annotations, and no output schema, the description is insufficient. It doesn't explain what 'running services' means, how results are returned, or any behavioral context, leaving the agent with inadequate information for proper use.
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 tool has 0 parameters with 100% schema description coverage, so the schema fully documents the lack of inputs. The description doesn't need to add parameter details, and it appropriately doesn't mention any, making it complete in this regard. A baseline of 4 is applied as it handles the zero-parameter case correctly.
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 'Get running services' clearly states the action (get) and resource (running services), but it's somewhat vague about what 'running services' specifically refers to in this context. It doesn't distinguish itself from sibling tools like 'list-catalog-services' or 'get-catalog-service', leaving ambiguity about scope and differentiation.
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?
No guidance is provided on when to use this tool versus alternatives like 'list-catalog-services' or 'get-catalog-service'. The description lacks context about prerequisites, timing, or exclusions, offering no help in tool selection among siblings.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
list-catalog-servicesB
List all services in the catalog
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
No parameters | |||
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations provided, the description carries full burden but offers minimal behavioral insight. It doesn't mention whether this is a read-only operation, if it requires authentication, how results are formatted, or any rate limits. 'List' implies a read operation, but specifics are lacking.
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 with no wasted words. It's front-loaded and efficiently communicates the core functionality.
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 no annotations and no output schema, the description is too minimal. It doesn't explain what 'services' are in this context, how results are returned, or any behavioral constraints, leaving significant 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?
The tool has zero parameters, and schema description coverage is 100%, so no parameter documentation is needed. The description appropriately doesn't discuss parameters, earning a high baseline score.
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 action ('List') and resource ('all services in the catalog'), making the purpose immediately understandable. It doesn't distinguish from sibling tools like 'get-catalog-service' or 'get-services', which prevents a perfect score.
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?
No guidance is provided on when to use this tool versus alternatives like 'get-catalog-service' or 'get-services'. The description only states what it does, not when it's appropriate.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
list-eventsC
List all events
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| name | No | Filter events by name |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
No annotations provided, and the description does not disclose behavioral traits such as side effects, required permissions, or rate limits. A list operation is likely read-only, but this is not stated.
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?
Extremely concise at 3 words, front-loading the purpose. However, it may be overly terse; a slightly longer description could improve clarity without significant verbosity.
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 no output schema and no annotations, the description lacks information about return values, pagination, or event scope. It is insufficient for an agent to fully understand tool behavior.
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% (the only parameter 'name' is described as 'Filter events by name'). The description adds no additional semantic value beyond the schema, so baseline 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?
Description 'List all events' clearly states verb and resource, distinguishing it from sibling tools like 'fire-event' which create events. However, it lacks specificity about what 'events' refers to.
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?
No guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. The description does not mention dependencies, prerequisites, or when it would be inappropriate to use.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
list-kvC
List keys in the KV store
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| prefix | No | Prefix to filter keys by |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
No annotations are provided, so the description must cover behavioral traits. It only states 'List keys', implying a read operation, but lacks details on pagination, rate limits, or any side effects. Given the lack of annotations, more context about what 'list' entails (e.g., returns all keys or a subset) is needed.
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 concise and front-loaded with the key action. It is one sentence with no wasted words. However, it could be slightly expanded to include the optional filtering aspect without losing conciseness.
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 listing tool, the description is adequate but minimal. It does not mention the output format (e.g., returns an array of key names) or any limitations. Given the simplicity and the presence of a well-described schema parameter, it is minimally complete but could benefit from a bit more context.
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 schema description coverage is 100% for the single parameter 'prefix', with a clear description in the schema. The tool description adds no additional meaning beyond what the schema already provides, so the score is at baseline 3.
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 'list' and identifies the resource as 'keys in the KV store'. It clearly distinguishes from sibling tools like get-kv (retrieve a specific key) and delete-kv (remove keys). However, it does not specify that listing includes all keys or the optional filtering capability, leaving some ambiguity.
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. For example, it does not mention that list-kv is for enumerating keys while get-kv is for retrieving a single key's value. An AI agent would have to infer usage from the tool name alone.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
list-sessionsB
List all sessions in Consul
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
No parameters | |||
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
No annotations are provided, so the description carries the full burden. It states it's a listing operation, implying read-only behavior, but lacks details on permissions, rate limits, pagination, output format, or error conditions. This is a significant gap for a tool with zero annotation coverage.
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, efficient sentence with zero waste. It's front-loaded with the core action and resource, making it easy to scan and understand immediately.
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 lack of annotations and output schema, the description is incomplete. It doesn't explain what a 'session' is in Consul, what the output includes (e.g., session IDs, metadata), or behavioral aspects like sorting or filtering. For a tool with no structured data support, more context is needed.
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 input schema has 0 parameters with 100% coverage, so no parameter documentation is needed. The description doesn't add parameter details, which is appropriate. A baseline of 4 is given since there are no parameters to document.
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 ('List') and resource ('all sessions in Consul'), making the purpose unambiguous. It distinguishes from siblings like 'destroy-session' (destructive) and 'get-agent-members' (different resource), though it doesn't explicitly differentiate from similar listing tools like 'list-kv' or 'list-catalog-services'.
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. It doesn't mention prerequisites (e.g., authentication), compare to similar listing tools (e.g., 'list-kv' for key-value pairs), or specify use cases (e.g., monitoring sessions vs. querying specific ones).
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
put-kvC
Put a value in the KV store
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| key | No | Key to put in the KV store | |
| value | No | Value to put in the KV store |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
No annotations, description provides minimal behavioral info: 'Put a value' does not disclose idempotency, permissions, or side effects like overwriting.
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?
Single sentence, no waste. Could be improved with more context without sacrificing conciseness.
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?
Lacks completeness: no indication of synchronous behavior, return value, or create/update semantics. Output schema absent, so description must compensate.
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% with descriptions for both parameters. Description adds no extra meaning beyond schema, so baseline 3.
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?
Clear verb+resource: 'Put a value in the KV store' distinguishes from siblings like get-kv, delete-kv, list-kv. However, it lacks nuance about overwrite behavior.
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?
No guidance on when to use vs alternatives like create-prepared-query. User must infer usage context.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
register-health-checkB
Register a health check with Consul
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| http | No | HTTP endpoint to check | |
| id | No | ID of the health check (defaults to name if not provided) | |
| interval | No | Interval for the check (e.g., '10s', '1m') | |
| name | No | Name of the health check | |
| notes | No | Notes about the health check | |
| serviceId | No | ID of the service to associate the check with | |
| timeout | No | Timeout for the check (e.g., '5s', '30s') | |
| ttl | No | Time to live for the check (e.g., '10s', '1m') |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations, the description must disclose behavioral traits. It only states the action and system, omitting details like idempotency, side effects, permissions, or error handling for a mutation tool.
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 concise sentence that is front-loaded. It efficiently communicates the core purpose, though some additional context could be added without sacrificing conciseness.
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 8 parameters, no output schema, and no annotations, the description is too minimal. It does not explain parameter interactions, return values, or important usage constraints, making it incomplete for effective use.
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%, so baseline is 3. The description adds no additional parameter-level meaning beyond what the schema already provides.
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 'Register' and the resource 'health check' with the system 'Consul'. It is specific and distinguishes from sibling tools like 'deregister-health-check' and 'get-health-checks'.
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 'register-service' or prerequisites. It lacks context for proper selection.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
register-serviceC
Register a service with Consul
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| address | No | Address the service is running on | |
| id | No | ID of the service (defaults to name if not provided) | |
| name | No | Name of the service to register | |
| port | No | Port the service is running on | |
| tags | No | Tags to associate with the service |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
No annotations are provided, so the description carries the full burden. It only says 'Register' without disclosing behavioral traits like idempotency, overwriting behavior, permissions required, or side effects.
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?
A single sentence that is concise and to the point. However, it is very brief and could benefit from more structure.
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?
With 5 parameters and no output schema, the description is too minimal. It does not explain return values, error states, or prerequisites, which are important for a service registration operation.
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% with descriptions for all 5 parameters. The description adds no additional meaning beyond the schema, so baseline 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 the verb 'Register' and the resource 'a service with Consul', which is clear and specific. However, it does not distinguish from sibling tools like 'register-health-check' which also involve registering something in Consul.
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?
No guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives such as 'deregister-service' or 'register-health-check'. No prerequisites or context provided.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
reload-agentC
Reload agent configuration
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
No parameters | |||
TDQS
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 states 'reload' implies a mutation or restart action, but doesn't specify if this is destructive (e.g., interrupts services), requires permissions, has side effects, or what happens upon completion. This leaves critical behavioral traits unclear for a tool that likely affects system state.
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, efficient phrase ('Reload agent configuration') that directly conveys the core action without unnecessary words. It's front-loaded and appropriately sized for a tool with no parameters, making it highly concise and well-structured.
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 likely performs a system mutation (reloading configuration) with no annotations and no output schema, the description is incomplete. It doesn't explain what 'reload' entails operationally, potential impacts, or expected outcomes, leaving significant gaps in understanding for safe and effective use.
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 input schema has 0 parameters with 100% coverage, so no parameter documentation is needed. The description doesn't add param info, which is appropriate here. A baseline of 4 is applied since it doesn't need to compensate for any schema gaps, though it doesn't explicitly state 'no parameters required'.
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 'Reload agent configuration' states a clear action ('reload') and target ('agent configuration'), which is better than a tautology. However, it lacks specificity about what 'reload' entails (e.g., restarting, refreshing settings) and doesn't distinguish it from siblings like 'get-agent-self' or 'get-agent-members', leaving the purpose somewhat vague.
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. It doesn't mention prerequisites (e.g., after configuration changes), exclusions, or relate it to sibling tools like 'register-service' or 'deregister-service' that might affect agent behavior, resulting in minimal usage context.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
Tool Schema Changelog
Recent tool additions, removals, and schema changes observed during successful MCP inspections.
24 tool updates
v1.0.0- First observed
create-prepared-query - First observed
delete-kv - First observed
deregister-health-check - First observed
deregister-service - First observed
destroy-session - First observed
execute-prepared-query - First observed
fire-event - First observed
get-agent-members - First observed
get-agent-self - First observed
get-catalog-nodes - First observed
get-catalog-service - First observed
get-health-checks - First observed
get-kv - First observed
get-leader - First observed
get-peers - First observed
get-services - First observed
list-catalog-services - First observed
list-events - First observed
list-kv - First observed
list-sessions - First observed
put-kv - First observed
register-health-check - First observed
register-service - First observed
reload-agent
TDQS
Scored across 24 tools
Each tool has a distinct purpose targeting specific Consul resources and actions, with clear boundaries between operations like KV store management (get-kv, put-kv, delete-kv), service registration/deregistration, health checks, catalog queries, and agent operations. No overlapping or ambiguous tool purposes exist.
All tools follow a consistent verb-noun naming pattern with hyphens (e.g., get-kv, register-service, list-events), maintaining perfect uniformity throughout the set. The naming convention is predictable and enhances readability across all 24 tools.
With 24 tools, the count is borderline high for a single server, potentially feeling heavy for agents to navigate. However, given Consul's broad scope (service discovery, KV store, health checks, events, sessions, etc.), it covers multiple domains comprehensively, making the count reasonable though on the upper edge of typical scoping.
The tool set provides complete coverage for Consul's core functionalities, including full CRUD operations for KV store (put, get, delete, list), service lifecycle (register, deregister, get, list), health checks (register, deregister, get), catalog queries, events, sessions, and agent management. No obvious gaps exist for the inferred domain.
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