sage_inception

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

Without annotations, the description must fully disclose behavior. It mentions checking memories and seeding foundational memories, but lacks details on side effects (e.g., overwriting existing memories), error handling, or idempotency. The metaphorical language obscures precise behavior.

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?

Three sentences that are front-loaded with the essential instruction. The metaphorical language adds personality but slightly reduces conciseness. Still efficient overall.

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 or annotations, the description covers core functionality but omits details about the returned operating instructions' format, the nature of seeded memories, and potential error conditions. Adequate but incomplete for a critical initialization tool.

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?

No parameters exist, and schema coverage is 100%, so baseline is 3. The description adds no parameter information, which is acceptable given there are none.

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 initializes the memory system and should be called on first interaction. It distinguishes itself from siblings by its unique initialization role, though the alias 'sage_red_pill' could cause confusion with a sibling of the same 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?

Explicitly instructs to call on the very first interaction, providing clear context for when to use. However, it does not mention that it should not be called again or what happens if called repeatedly, which would be helpful.

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