Conclave MCP
Conclave MCP enables consultation with multiple frontier LLMs simultaneously, producing diverse opinions, peer-ranked evaluations, and synthesized answers through a three-stage consensus protocol.
Query Tools:
conclave_quick: Parallel opinions from all models — fast and cheap (~$0.01–0.03), ideal for brainstormingconclave_ranked: Opinions plus anonymous peer rankings to identify the best-performing model (~$0.05–0.10)conclave_full: All three stages — opinions, peer rankings, and chairman synthesis with consensus detection (strong/moderate/weak/split) and tiebreaker voting (~$0.10–0.20)
Model & Configuration Options:
Choose from three council tiers: Premium (6 frontier models), Standard (4 balanced, default), Budget (4 fast/cheap)
Override the chairman or use context-aware presets:
code,creative,reasoning,concise,balancedconclave_select: Hand-pick specific models by number to build a custom conclave (first model becomes chairman)conclave_reset: Clear custom selection and revert to default tier-based configChairman rotates weekly to prevent bias
Utility Tools:
conclave_config: View active members, chairman status, presets, and consensus thresholdsconclave_estimate: Get a cost breakdown before running a queryconclave_models: Browse all 200+ available models across tiers with stable selection numbers
Additional Capabilities:
Benchmark performance via a standalone
eval.pytool across 16 tasks in 9 categoriesIntegrates with MCP-compatible clients (Claude Desktop, Claude Code)
Access all models through a single OpenRouter API key
Use cases include technical architecture decisions, code review, business strategy, creative writing feedback, research synthesis, and pros/cons analysis.
Provides access to Google's Gemini models (Gemini 2.5/3 Pro, Flash) as part of a multi-model conclave for generating opinions, peer rankings, and synthesized answers across frontier AI models.
Provides access to OpenAI's GPT and reasoning models (GPT-4.1/5.1, o3-mini, o4-mini) as part of a multi-model conclave for generating opinions, peer rankings, and synthesized answers across frontier AI models.
Click on "Install Server".
Wait a few minutes for the server to deploy. Once ready, it will show a "Started" state.
In the chat, type
@followed by the MCP server name and your instructions, e.g., "@Conclave MCPShould we use React or Vue for our new dashboard project?"
That's it! The server will respond to your query, and you can continue using it as needed.
Here is a step-by-step guide with screenshots.
Conclave MCP
An MCP (Model Context Protocol) server that provides access to a "conclave" of LLM models, enabling any MCP-compatible client to consult multiple frontier models for diverse opinions, peer-ranked evaluations, and synthesized answers.
Why This Exists
When working with an AI assistant, you're getting one model's perspective. Sometimes that's exactly what you need. But for important decisions—technical architecture, business strategy, creative direction, complex analysis, or any situation where blind spots matter—a plurality of opinions surfaces alternatives you might miss.
Conclave brings democratic AI consensus to any workflow.
Instead of manually querying multiple AI services, you can consult the conclave through Claude Desktop, Claude Code, or any MCP client. Get ranked opinions from multiple frontier models (GPT, Claude, Gemini, Grok, DeepSeek) and receive a synthesized answer representing collective AI wisdom.
Use cases include:
Technical: Architecture decisions, code review, debugging, API design
Business: Strategy analysis, proposal review, market research synthesis
Creative: Writing feedback, brainstorming, editorial perspectives
Research: Literature review, fact-checking, multi-perspective analysis
Decision-making: Pros/cons analysis, risk assessment, option evaluation
Inspired by Andrej Karpathy's llm-council concept. This project reimplements the core ideas as an MCP server for seamless integration with AI-assisted workflows.
Related MCP server: AI Council MCP Server
How It Works
The conclave operates in up to 3 stages:
┌─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐
│ Stage 1: OPINIONS │
│ Query multiple LLMs in parallel for independent responses │
│ (GPT, Claude, Gemini, Grok, DeepSeek, etc.) │
└─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘
↓
┌─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐
│ Stage 2: PEER RANKING │
│ Each model anonymously evaluates and ranks all responses │
│ Aggregate scores reveal best performers (lower = better) │
└─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘
↓
┌─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐
│ Stage 3: SYNTHESIS │
│ Chairman model synthesizes final answer from collective wisdom │
│ Consensus level reported (strong/moderate/weak/split) │
│ Tiebreaker vote cast if conclave is split │
└─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘Features
Tiered queries: Choose cost/depth tradeoff (quick | ranked | full)
Three council tiers: Premium (frontier), Standard (balanced), Budget (fast/cheap)
Consensus protocol: Detects agreement level, triggers tiebreaker on splits
Odd conclave size: Ensures tiebreaker votes can break deadlocks
Rotating chairmanship: Weekly rotation prevents single-model bias
Chairman presets: Context-aware chairman selection (code, creative, reasoning)
Cost estimation: Know what you'll spend before querying
Eval-light: Standalone benchmark runner for tracking performance over time
Installation
Prerequisites
Get an OpenRouter API key from https://openrouter.ai/keys
Add credits to your OpenRouter account (pay-as-you-go)
Setup
# Clone the repository
git clone https://github.com/stephenpeters/conclave-mcp.git
cd conclave-mcp
# Install dependencies
uv sync
# Optional: Create .env file for running tests locally
# (Not required for MCP usage - API key is passed via client config)
echo "OPENROUTER_API_KEY=sk-or-v1-your-key-here" > .envConfigure Claude Desktop
Option 1: Desktop Extensions (Recommended)
Open Claude Desktop
Go to Settings > Extensions > Advanced settings > Install Extension...
Navigate to the
conclave-mcpdirectoryFollow prompts to configure your
OPENROUTER_API_KEYRestart Claude Desktop
Option 2: Manual Config
Open Claude Desktop, go to Settings > Developer > Edit Config, and add the following to claude_desktop_config.json:
{
"mcpServers": {
"conclave": {
"command": "uv",
"args": ["run", "--directory", "/path/to/conclave-mcp", "python", "server.py"],
"env": {
"OPENROUTER_API_KEY": "sk-or-v1-your-key-here"
}
}
}
}Replace /path/to/conclave-mcp with your actual path, save, and restart Claude Desktop.
Configure Claude Code
Add the server using the CLI:
claude mcp add --transport stdio conclave -- uv run --directory /path/to/conclave-mcp python server.py --env OPENROUTER_API_KEY=sk-or-v1-your-key-hereOr copy .mcp.json.example to .mcp.json and update paths:
cp .mcp.json.example .mcp.json
# Edit .mcp.json with your paths and API keyVerify with /mcp in Claude Code or claude mcp list in terminal.
Available Tools
conclave_quick
Fast parallel opinions (Stage 1 only). Queries all conclave models and returns individual responses.
Cost: ~$0.01-0.03 per query
Use for: Quick brainstorming, getting diverse perspectives fast
conclave_ranked
Opinions with peer rankings (Stage 1 + 2). Shows which model performed best on this specific question.
Cost: ~$0.05-0.10 per query
Use for: Code review, comparing approaches, seeing which model "won"
conclave_full
Complete conclave with synthesis (all 3 stages). Includes consensus detection and chairman tiebreaker.
Cost: ~$0.10-0.20 per query
Options:
tier: Model tier -"premium","standard"(default),"budget"chairman: Override chairman model (e.g.,"anthropic/claude-sonnet-4")chairman_preset: Use a preset ("code","creative","reasoning","concise","balanced")
Use for: Important decisions, architecture choices, complex debugging
conclave_config
View current configuration: conclave members, chairman rotation status, consensus thresholds.
conclave_estimate
Estimate costs before running a query.
conclave_models
List all available models with selection numbers. Shows models grouped by tier with stable numbering:
Premium tier: 1-10
Standard tier: 11-20
Budget tier: 21-30
Chairman pool: 31-40
conclave_select
Create a custom conclave from model numbers. The first model becomes the chairman.
conclave_select(models="31,1,11,21")Creates:
Chairman: #31 (deepseek-r1)
Members: #1 (claude-opus-4.5), #11 (claude-sonnet-4.5), #21 (gemini-2.5-flash)
Custom selection persists until server restart or conclave_reset.
conclave_reset
Clear custom conclave selection and return to tier-based configuration.
Custom Model Selection
For full control over which models participate in the conclave:
List available models: Use
conclave_modelsto see all models with their numbersSelect your lineup: Use
conclave_select(models="31,1,11,21")- first number is chairmanQuery: Use
conclave_quick,conclave_ranked, orconclave_fullas normalReset: Use
conclave_resetto return to tier-based config
Example workflow:
> conclave_models
## Available Models
### Premium Tier (1-10)
1. anthropic/claude-opus-4.5
2. google/gemini-3-pro-preview
...
> conclave_select(models="31,1,12,21")
## Custom Conclave Created
Chairman (#31): deepseek/deepseek-r1
Members:
- #1: anthropic/claude-opus-4.5
- #12: google/gemini-2.5-pro
- #21: google/gemini-2.5-flash
> conclave_quick("What is the best approach for...")
[Uses your custom selection]
> conclave_reset
## Custom Conclave ClearedConfiguration
Edit config.py to customize:
Conclave Tiers
Each tier has unique models (no overlap) for proper price/performance differentiation:
# Premium: 6 frontier models for complex questions (~$0.30-0.50/query)
COUNCIL_PREMIUM = [
"anthropic/claude-opus-4.5", # Claude Opus 4.5
"google/gemini-3-pro-preview", # Gemini 3 Pro
"x-ai/grok-4", # Grok 4 (full reasoning)
"openai/gpt-5.1", # GPT-5.1 (flagship)
"deepseek/deepseek-v3.2-speciale", # DeepSeek V3.2 Speciale
"moonshotai/kimi-k2-thinking", # Kimi K2 Thinking (1T MoE)
]
# Standard: 4 balanced models (default) (~$0.10-0.20/query)
COUNCIL_STANDARD = [
"anthropic/claude-sonnet-4.5", # Claude Sonnet 4.5
"google/gemini-2.5-pro", # Gemini 2.5 Pro
"openai/o4-mini", # OpenAI o4-mini
"deepseek/deepseek-chat-v3.1", # DeepSeek Chat V3.1
]
# Budget: 4 cheap/fast models (~$0.02-0.05/query)
COUNCIL_BUDGET = [
"google/gemini-2.5-flash", # Gemini 2.5 Flash
"qwen/qwen3-235b-a22b:free", # Qwen 3 235B (free tier)
"openai/gpt-4.1-mini", # GPT-4.1 Mini
"moonshotai/kimi-k2:free", # Kimi K2 (free tier)
]Chairman Rotation
The chairman pool uses reasoning models only (not chat models) for high-quality synthesis:
CHAIRMAN_ROTATION_ENABLED = True
CHAIRMAN_ROTATION_DAYS = 7 # Rotate weekly
CHAIRMAN_POOL = [
"deepseek/deepseek-r1", # DeepSeek R1 reasoning
"openai/o3-mini", # OpenAI o3-mini reasoning
"anthropic/claude-sonnet-4", # Claude Sonnet 4 (strong reasoning)
"qwen/qwq-32b", # Qwen QWQ reasoning model
]Consensus Thresholds
CONSENSUS_STRONG_THRESHOLD = 0.75 # 75%+ agreement
CONSENSUS_MODERATE_THRESHOLD = 0.50 # 50-75% agreement
CHAIRMAN_TIEBREAKER_ENABLED = True # Chairman breaks tiesEval-Light
A standalone benchmark runner for testing and comparing conclave performance across tiers and over time.
Test Suite Overview
The eval suite includes 16 tasks across 9 categories, designed to test different model capabilities:
Category | Tasks | Difficulty | What It Tests |
math | 2 | Easy-Medium | Arithmetic, word problems, step-by-step reasoning |
code | 2 | Easy-Medium | Bug detection, concept explanation, code examples |
reasoning | 2 | Medium-Hard | Syllogisms, multi-step logic puzzles |
analysis | 2 | Medium | Logical fallacies, tradeoff analysis |
summarization | 2 | Medium | Technical docs, business reports |
writing_business | 2 | Easy-Medium | Professional emails, proposals |
writing_creative | 2 | Easy-Medium | Story openings, original metaphors |
creative | 1 | Easy | Analogies with explanations |
factual | 1 | Easy | Science explanations for general audience |
Running Evaluations
# Run all 16 tests at standard tier (default)
python eval.py
# Run at different tiers
python eval.py --tier premium # 6 frontier models (~$0.30-0.50/query)
python eval.py --tier standard # 4 balanced models (~$0.10-0.20/query)
python eval.py --tier budget # 4 cheap/fast models (~$0.02-0.05/query)
# Different modes
python eval.py --mode quick # Stage 1 only (fastest, cheapest)
python eval.py --mode ranked # Stage 1 + 2 (adds peer rankings)
python eval.py --mode full # All 3 stages (default, includes synthesis)
# Filter by category
python eval.py --category math
python eval.py --category code
python eval.py --category reasoning
# Don't save results to disk
python eval.py --no-save
# Combine options
python eval.py --tier premium --mode full --category reasoningOutput Format
Results are saved to evals/eval_<tier>_<mode>_<timestamp>.json with:
metadata: Timestamp, tier, mode, chairman model
summary: Success rate, total time, average time per task
results: Per-task details including:
Individual model responses
Peer rankings (for ranked/full modes)
Chairman synthesis (for full mode)
Consensus level
Example Output
🏛️ Conclave Eval-Light
Tier: standard | Mode: full | Tasks: 16
--------------------------------------------------
[1/16] Running: math_arithmetic (math)
✓ Completed in 12.34s
[2/16] Running: math_word_problem (math)
✓ Completed in 15.67s
...
==================================================
📊 EVAL SUMMARY
==================================================
Tier: standard | Mode: full
Chairman: deepseek/deepseek-r1
Tasks: 16/16 successful
Total time: 287.45s
Avg per task: 17.97s
📋 Results by Task:
✓ math_arithmetic (easy) - 12.34s
✓ math_word_problem (medium) - 15.67s
✓ code_debug (easy) - 11.23s
...
💾 Results saved to: evals/eval_standard_full_20251204_143052.jsonComparing Tiers
Run the same eval across all tiers to compare model quality vs cost:
python eval.py --tier budget --category reasoning
python eval.py --tier standard --category reasoning
python eval.py --tier premium --category reasoningThen compare the JSON outputs to see how different model tiers perform on the same tasks.
Use Cases
Scenario | Recommended Tool | Why |
"Review this function" |
| See which model catches the most issues |
"Redis vs PostgreSQL for sessions?" |
| Important decision, need synthesis |
"Ideas for this feature" |
| Fast diverse brainstorming |
"Debug this error" |
| Quick parallel diagnosis |
"Rewrite this paragraph" |
| Creative synthesis |
"Is this architecture sound?" |
| Technical synthesis |
Example Tool Output
## Conclave Full Result
**Consensus: ✅ STRONG** (75% agreement)
---
### Chairman's Synthesis
_Chairman: deepseek/deepseek-r1_
[Synthesized answer incorporating best points from all models...]
---
### Model Rankings (lower is better)
1. **claude-sonnet-4.5**: 1.50
2. **o4-mini**: 2.00
3. **gemini-2.5-pro**: 2.75
4. **deepseek-v3.1**: 3.75
_First-place votes:_ claude-sonnet-4.5=3, o4-mini=1Project Structure
conclave-mcp/
├── server.py # MCP server entry point (5 tools)
├── conclave.py # Core 3-stage council logic
├── config.py # Model tiers, chairman rotation, cost estimates
├── eval.py # Standalone benchmark runner
└── evals/ # Saved evaluation resultsAdding Models
OpenRouter supports 200+ models. Find model IDs at https://openrouter.ai/models
# Add to COUNCIL_* lists in config.py
"x-ai/grok-4" # xAI Grok
"meta-llama/llama-4-maverick" # Meta Llama
"mistralai/mistral-large-2" # Mistral
"deepseek/deepseek-r1" # DeepSeek reasoningImportant: Keep each tier's models unique (no overlap) for proper differentiation.
How OpenRouter Works
OpenRouter is a unified API gateway—you don't need separate accounts with OpenAI, Google, Anthropic, etc. One API key, one credit balance, access to all models.
Sign up: https://openrouter.ai
Add credits (prepaid, or enable auto-top-up)
Use your single API key for all models
License
MIT
Attribution
Inspired by Andrej Karpathy's llm-council. The original is a web application for interactively exploring LLM comparisons. This project reimplements the council concept as an MCP server for integration with AI-assisted editors, adding consensus protocol and tiebreaker mechanics.
Available Tools
8 toolsconclave_configA
View current conclave configuration.
Shows conclave member models, current chairman with rotation info, available chairman presets, consensus thresholds, and API key status.
Also shows custom conclave selection if active.
Returns: Current configuration as formatted JSON
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
No parameters | |||
Output Schema
| Name | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| result | Yes |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations provided, the description carries the full burden. It discloses that this is a read-only operation ('View') and describes the return format ('formatted JSON'), but lacks details on permissions, rate limits, or error behavior. It adds some context about what data is included, which is helpful but not comprehensive.
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 front-loaded with the core purpose, followed by specific details in bullet-like structure, and ends with return information. Every sentence adds value without redundancy, making it efficient and well-organized.
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 complexity (configuration viewing with multiple data points), no annotations, and an output schema present, the description is mostly complete. It lists what data is shown and the return format, but could improve by mentioning sibling differentiation or behavioral constraints like authentication needs.
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 no parameter documentation is needed. The description correctly doesn't discuss parameters, earning a high baseline score for not adding unnecessary information.
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 specific action ('View current conclave configuration') and lists the exact resources it shows (member models, chairman info, presets, thresholds, API key status, custom selection). It distinguishes from siblings like 'conclave_estimate' or 'conclave_reset' by focusing on configuration viewing rather than estimation or resetting.
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 'conclave_models' (which might show models only) or 'conclave_full' (unclear purpose). It implies usage for viewing configuration but doesn't specify scenarios, prerequisites, or exclusions.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
conclave_estimateA
Estimate cost for a conclave query before running it.
Provides approximate cost breakdown for quick/ranked/full query types.
Args: question: The question (used to estimate token count) tier: Which tier to estimate - "quick", "ranked", "full" (default: all)
Returns: Cost estimates for each query type
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| question | Yes | ||
| tier | No |
Output Schema
| Name | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| result | Yes |
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 discloses that the tool provides 'approximate cost breakdown' and estimates based on token count, which adds useful behavioral context. However, it doesn't mention potential limitations like accuracy, rate limits, or authentication needs, leaving 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 appropriately sized and front-loaded: the first sentence states the core purpose, followed by brief elaboration. Every sentence adds value without redundancy, and the structure with 'Args:' and 'Returns:' sections enhances readability without unnecessary 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 2 parameters with 0% schema coverage and an output schema present, the description is mostly complete. It explains parameters and return values ('Cost estimates for each query type'), but could benefit from more detail on behavioral aspects like error handling or prerequisites, especially since no annotations are provided.
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 0%, so the description must compensate. It adds meaning beyond the schema by explaining that 'question' is 'used to estimate token count' and 'tier' specifies 'quick/ranked/full query types' with a default of 'all'. This clarifies parameter purposes, though it doesn't detail format constraints or examples.
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's purpose: 'Estimate cost for a conclave query before running it.' It specifies the verb ('estimate'), resource ('cost'), and scope ('before running it'), distinguishing it from sibling tools like conclave_quick or conclave_full that likely execute queries rather than estimate costs.
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 clear context for when to use this tool: 'before running it' implies it's for pre-execution cost estimation. However, it doesn't explicitly state when not to use it or name alternatives among siblings, such as comparing to conclave_config or conclave_select, which might have overlapping or related purposes.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
conclave_fullA
Run the full conclave with synthesis (all 3 stages).
Most comprehensive - collects opinions, peer rankings, then has a Chairman model synthesize the best possible answer from the collective wisdom.
If a custom conclave is active (via conclave_select), it will be used instead of the tier-based config. The custom chairman overrides the chairman and chairman_preset parameters.
Args: question: The question to ask the conclave tier: Model tier - "premium" (complex), "standard" (default), "budget" (simple) Ignored if custom conclave is active. chairman: Override chairman model (e.g., 'anthropic/claude-sonnet-4') Ignored if custom conclave is active. chairman_preset: Use a context-based preset - "code", "creative", "reasoning", "concise", "balanced" Ignored if custom conclave is active.
Returns: Chairman's synthesis, consensus level, rankings, and individual responses
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| question | Yes | ||
| tier | No | standard | |
| chairman | No | ||
| chairman_preset | No |
Output Schema
| Name | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| result | Yes |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations provided, the description carries the full burden and does well by explaining the multi-stage process ('collects opinions, peer rankings, then has a Chairman model synthesize'), the override behavior with custom conclaves, and what the tool returns. It doesn't mention rate limits, auth needs, or error conditions, but provides substantial behavioral context beyond basic functionality.
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 appropriately sized and front-loaded with the core purpose first. The Args and Returns sections are well-structured. Some sentences could be slightly more concise, but overall it's efficient with zero wasted text.
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 complexity (multi-stage synthesis with overrides), no annotations, and 0% schema coverage, the description provides complete context. It explains the process, parameter semantics, conditional behavior, and return values. The output schema exists, so the description appropriately doesn't need to detail return structure.
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?
With 0% schema description coverage, the description fully compensates by explaining all 4 parameters in detail: what 'question' is for, the meaning of 'tier' values, what 'chairman' overrides, and the purpose of 'chairman_preset' options. It also clarifies conditional behavior ('Ignored if custom conclave is active') that isn't in 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 clearly states the tool's purpose with specific verbs ('Run the full conclave with synthesis') and resources ('all 3 stages'), and distinguishes it from siblings by emphasizing it's the 'most comprehensive' option that includes synthesis. It explicitly mentions what makes it different from other conclave tools.
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 explicit guidance on when to use this tool ('Most comprehensive') and when parameters are ignored ('Ignored if custom conclave is active'). It also implies alternatives through sibling tool names like conclave_quick and conclave_ranked, giving clear context for selection.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
conclave_modelsA
List all available models with selection numbers.
Shows all models from all tiers with unique numbers that can be used with conclave_select to create a custom conclave.
Numbers are stable:
Premium tier: 1-10
Standard tier: 11-20
Budget tier: 21-30
Chairman pool: 31-40
Returns: Numbered list of all available models grouped by tier
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
No parameters | |||
Output Schema
| Name | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| result | Yes |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations provided, the description carries the full burden and does well by disclosing key behavioral traits: it lists models grouped by tier, specifies that numbers are stable with defined ranges per tier, and describes the return format as a numbered list. It doesn't mention aspects like rate limits or authentication needs, but covers essential behavior adequately for a read-only 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 front-loaded with the core purpose in the first sentence, followed by supporting details in bullet points and a returns section. Every sentence earns its place by adding specific information about tiers, number stability, and usage context without any redundant or vague statements.
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 annotations, but with an output schema), the description is complete. It explains the purpose, behavioral context (stable numbers per tier), usage with 'conclave_select', and return format. The output schema likely details the structure, so the description doesn't need to exhaustively list return values, making it well-rounded for this 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 input schema has 0 parameters with 100% coverage, so no parameter documentation is needed. The description appropriately focuses on output semantics, explaining the numbered list structure and tier groupings. This adds value beyond the schema by clarifying what the tool returns, which is helpful given the presence of an output 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 clearly states the verb 'List' and resource 'all available models with selection numbers', specifying it shows models from all tiers with unique numbers. It distinguishes from siblings by mentioning these numbers are used with 'conclave_select' to create custom conclaves, providing specific 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?
The description provides clear context by explaining that the numbers are used with 'conclave_select' for custom conclave creation, giving a specific when-to-use scenario. However, it doesn't explicitly state when not to use this tool or compare it to alternatives like 'conclave_quick' or 'conclave_full', which could help further differentiate usage.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
conclave_quickA
Query the conclave for quick parallel opinions (Stage 1 only).
Fast and cheap - queries all conclave models in parallel and returns their individual responses. No peer ranking or synthesis. Good for getting diverse perspectives quickly.
If a custom conclave is active (via conclave_select), it will be used instead of the tier-based config.
Args: question: The question to ask the conclave tier: Model tier - "premium" (frontier), "standard" (default), "budget" (cheap/fast) Ignored if custom conclave is active.
Returns: Individual responses from each conclave model
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| question | Yes | ||
| tier | No | standard |
Output Schema
| Name | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| result | Yes |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations provided, the description carries full burden and does well by disclosing key behavioral traits: it's 'Fast and cheap', queries 'all conclave models in parallel', returns 'individual responses' without synthesis, and mentions the interaction with conclave_select for custom conclaves. It doesn't cover rate limits, authentication needs, or error handling, but provides substantial operational context.
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 perfectly structured and concise: purpose statement first, key characteristics next, behavioral notes, then parameter details in labeled sections. Every sentence earns its place with no redundancy or fluff. The use of sections (Args, Returns) enhances readability.
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 2 parameters with 0% schema coverage and no annotations, the description does an excellent job explaining parameters and behavioral context. The existence of an output schema means it doesn't need to detail return values. It could mention more about error cases or prerequisites, but covers the essential context well for this query 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?
Schema description coverage is 0%, so the description must compensate. It adds meaningful semantics for both parameters: 'question' is described as 'The question to ask the conclave', and 'tier' gets detailed explanation of values ('premium', 'standard', 'budget') with defaults and the override rule when custom conclave is active. This goes well beyond the bare 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 clearly states the tool's purpose with specific verbs ('Query the conclave for quick parallel opinions') and distinguishes it from siblings by specifying 'Stage 1 only', 'Fast and cheap', 'No peer ranking or synthesis', and 'Good for getting diverse perspectives quickly'. It explicitly differentiates from tools like conclave_full or conclave_ranked that likely involve synthesis or ranking.
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 explicit guidance on when to use this tool ('Good for getting diverse perspectives quickly') and when not to use it ('Stage 1 only', 'No peer ranking or synthesis'). It also mentions the alternative of using a custom conclave via conclave_select, though it could be more explicit about other sibling alternatives like conclave_full or conclave_ranked.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
conclave_rankedA
Query the conclave with peer rankings (Stage 1 + 2).
Medium cost - gets individual opinions, then has each model anonymously evaluate and rank all responses. Returns aggregate "street cred" scores showing which models performed best on this specific question.
If a custom conclave is active (via conclave_select), it will be used instead of the tier-based config.
Args: question: The question to ask the conclave tier: Model tier - "premium" (frontier), "standard" (default), "budget" (cheap/fast) Ignored if custom conclave is active.
Returns: Individual responses plus aggregate rankings
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| question | Yes | ||
| tier | No | standard |
Output Schema
| Name | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| result | Yes |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations provided, the description carries the full burden. It discloses key behavioral traits: the two-stage process (individual opinions then anonymous ranking), cost level ('medium cost'), and the effect of 'conclave_select'. However, it doesn't cover important aspects like rate limits, authentication needs, error handling, or what 'street cred' scores entail, leaving gaps for a tool with no annotation support.
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 appropriately sized and front-loaded, starting with the core purpose. The sentences are efficient, but the 'Args' and 'Returns' sections could be integrated more seamlessly, and some phrasing ('medium cost') is slightly vague, slightly reducing 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 complexity (multi-stage ranking process), no annotations, and an output schema present, the description is mostly complete. It covers the process, parameters, and return overview, but lacks details on output structure or error cases, which the output schema might handle, making it adequate but not fully comprehensive.
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 0%, so the description must compensate. It explains 'question' as 'the question to ask the conclave' and 'tier' with values and default, adding meaning beyond the bare schema. However, it doesn't detail format constraints for 'question' or fully explain 'tier' implications beyond the list, resulting in partial compensation for the low 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 clearly states the tool 'queries the conclave with peer rankings' and specifies it involves 'Stage 1 + 2' processing, which distinguishes it from simple query tools. However, it doesn't explicitly differentiate from siblings like 'conclave_full' or 'conclave_quick' in terms of ranking methodology, leaving some ambiguity about sibling 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?
The description provides clear context for usage: it mentions 'medium cost' and explains when to use it (for getting individual opinions and aggregate rankings). It also notes that a custom conclave via 'conclave_select' overrides the tier parameter, offering some alternative guidance. However, it lacks explicit when-not-to-use scenarios or comparisons to specific siblings like 'conclave_estimate' or 'conclave_quick'.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
conclave_resetA
Clear custom conclave selection and return to tier-based config.
After reset, queries will use the tier parameter (premium/standard/budget) instead of the custom model selection.
Returns: Confirmation that custom selection was cleared
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
No parameters | |||
Output Schema
| Name | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| result | Yes |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations provided, the description carries full burden and does well by disclosing the behavioral outcome ('clear custom selection', 'return to tier-based config', 'queries will use tier parameter') and return value ('Confirmation that custom selection was cleared'), though it lacks details on permissions 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?
It is front-loaded with the core action in the first sentence, followed by outcome and return details in clear, efficient sentences. Every sentence adds value without waste, 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's simplicity (0 parameters, no annotations, but has output schema), the description is nearly complete by explaining the reset action, post-reset behavior, and return value. It could slightly improve by mentioning any prerequisites or errors, but covers essentials well.
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 no parameter info is needed. The description appropriately focuses on behavior and output, earning a baseline 4 for not adding unnecessary details beyond the empty 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 clearly states the specific action ('Clear custom conclave selection') and the resource affected ('tier-based config'), distinguishing it from siblings like conclave_config or conclave_select that likely configure or choose models rather than resetting to defaults.
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?
It implicitly indicates usage context ('return to tier-based config') and the effect ('queries will use the tier parameter'), but does not explicitly state when to use this vs. alternatives like conclave_config or what triggers a reset need, missing explicit exclusions or prerequisites.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
conclave_selectA
Create a custom conclave from model numbers.
Select specific models by their numbers (from conclave_models). The first model in the list becomes the chairman.
This custom selection persists until server restart or conclave_reset.
Args: models: Comma-separated model numbers, e.g. "1,5,11,14" First number = chairman, rest = conclave members
Returns: Confirmation of the new conclave configuration
Example: conclave_select(models="31,1,11,21") creates: - Chairman: model #31 (deepseek-r1) - Members: models #1, #11, #21
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| models | Yes |
Output Schema
| Name | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| result | Yes |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations provided, the description carries the full burden and does so well. It discloses key behavioral traits: the custom selection persists until server restart or conclave_reset, the first model becomes chairman, and it references sibling tools (conclave_models, conclave_reset) for context. It doesn't mention permissions, rate limits, or error handling, but covers persistence and structure adequately.
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 well-structured and front-loaded with the core purpose, followed by usage details, persistence, args, returns, and an example. Every sentence adds value without redundancy, and the example efficiently illustrates the tool's behavior.
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 complexity (custom conclave creation with persistence), no annotations, and an output schema present, the description is complete. It covers purpose, usage, parameters, behavioral traits, and includes an example, making it sufficient for an AI agent to understand and invoke the tool correctly.
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 0%, so the description must compensate, which it does excellently. It explains the 'models' parameter as comma-separated model numbers, specifies the first number is chairman and the rest are members, provides an example format, and clarifies the mapping to specific models (e.g., model #31 = deepseek-r1).
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's purpose: 'Create a custom conclave from model numbers' with specific actions like selecting models and designating a chairman. It distinguishes from siblings by focusing on custom selection rather than configuration, estimation, or resetting.
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 clear context for when to use this tool: to create a custom conclave from specific model numbers, with the first model as chairman. It mentions persistence until server restart or conclave_reset, but does not explicitly state when to use alternatives like conclave_quick or conclave_ranked.
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. Dates show when Glama detected each change.
8 tool updates
v0.2.0- First observed
conclave_config - First observed
conclave_estimate - First observed
conclave_full - First observed
conclave_models - First observed
conclave_quick - First observed
conclave_ranked - First observed
conclave_reset - First observed
conclave_select
TDQS
Each tool has a clearly distinct purpose with no ambiguity. For example, conclave_quick, conclave_ranked, and conclave_full represent distinct stages of query processing, while conclave_select and conclave_reset manage custom configurations, and conclave_models and conclave_config provide informational views. The descriptions clearly differentiate their roles.
All tool names follow a consistent snake_case pattern with a 'conclave_' prefix and descriptive suffixes (e.g., conclave_config, conclave_estimate, conclave_full). This uniformity makes the tool set predictable and easy to understand, enhancing usability for agents.
With 8 tools, the server is well-scoped for its purpose of managing and querying a conclave of models. Each tool serves a specific function, such as configuration, estimation, querying at different stages, and model selection, without redundancy or unnecessary complexity.
The tool set provides complete coverage for the conclave domain, including configuration viewing, cost estimation, querying at all stages (quick, ranked, full), model listing, custom selection, and resetting. There are no obvious gaps; agents can perform the full lifecycle from setup to querying and cleanup.
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