caveman

Enforce caveman-style communication with adjustable intensity levels to reduce token usage.

12|1|Updated Feb 13, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/helderberto/agent-skills --skill caveman-helderberto
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: caveman
Source: https://github.com/helderberto/agent-skills/tree/main/skills/caveman
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/helderberto/agent-skills --skill caveman-helderberto

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Reduces token usage in responses by enforcing caveman-style communication while preserving technical accuracy.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Caveman-mode prompts deliver terse explanations without sacrificing detail.
  • Intensity levels (lite, full, ultra, wenyan-lite, wenyan-full, wenyan-ultra) let you adjust brevity per context.
  • Persistent mode remains active across turns until explicitly changed.

Quick Start

Activate caveman mode by saying caveman mode or using the /caveman command.

Frequently Asked Questions about caveman

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I reduce token usage in AI chat responses without losing technical accuracy?

You can reduce token usage by enforcing caveman-style communication, which compresses text while preserving technical accuracy. This mode delivers terse explanations without sacrificing detail, effectively lowering token consumption across interactive conversations.

Can I adjust the brevity intensity of text compression during a conversation?

Yes, you can adjust brevity intensity using levels like lite, full, ultra, wenyan-lite, wenyan-full, and wenyan-ultra, defaulting to full. You can switch intensity levels during the conversation to match your specific context and token constraints.

How do I activate caveman mode to compress text in my prompts?

Activate caveman mode by saying "caveman mode" or using the /caveman command. Once triggered, the persistent mode remains active across turns until explicitly changed, ensuring continuous text compression throughout your session.

Does caveman-style text compression work for technical explanations?

Yes, caveman-style text compression works across interactive conversations and technical explanations. It enforces brevity while preserving technical accuracy, ensuring that detailed technical information remains intact despite the reduced token usage.

What are the limitations of using persistent caveman mode for communication?

The primary limitation of persistent caveman mode is its altered communication style, which enforces terse, caveman-style phrasing across all turns. If you need standard conversational flow, you must explicitly switch modes or disable the setting.

What is the difference between the lite and ultra intensity levels for text compression?

The difference between lite and ultra intensity levels lies in the degree of text compression applied. Lite provides moderate brevity, while ultra maximizes token reduction through extreme caveman-style phrasing, allowing you to adjust compression based on context.