challenge

Dispatch a Challenger subagent to assess feasibility and return severity-rated findings.

Updated Mar 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/mattphanm/Codex-Agentic --skill challenge-mattphanm
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: challenge
Source: https://github.com/mattphanm/Codex-Agentic/tree/main/.codex/skills/challenge
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/mattphanm/Codex-Agentic --skill challenge-mattphanm

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Dispatches a Challenger subagent to perform dedicated feasibility scrutiny for dedicated workflows and decision gates, ensuring deeper validation before implementation.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Dispatches a dedicated Challenger at multiple stages (pre-implementation, pre-test, pre-review, pre-orchestration) to assess env, dependencies, and feasibility.
  • Returns severity-rated findings (Critical/High/Medium/Low) and provides actionable guidance for blockers.
  • Integrates with oneoff-spec and orchestrator workflows to surface high-risk areas before proceeding.

Quick Start

Invoke the Challenger with /challenge <spec-group-id> --stage <stage>.

Frequently Asked Questions about challenge

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I perform feasibility scrutiny on a spec before implementation?

Feasibility scrutiny is performed by dispatching a Challenger subagent to analyze a spec group. It validates environments and dependencies, returning severity-rated findings to identify high-risk areas before proceeding with implementation.

When do I need to run a feasibility check during a software workflow?

You need to run feasibility checks at pre-implementation, pre-test, pre-review, and pre-orchestration stages. Dispatching validation at these critical workflow gates surfaces blockers and ensures deep scrutiny before proceeding.

How do I block a workflow orchestrator if critical dependencies are missing?

You block a workflow orchestrator by dispatching a Challenger subagent that returns Critical severity findings for missing dependencies. The Challenger coordinates with the orchestrator to block progression and provide actionable guidance for the blockers.

What is the best way to validate end-to-end requirements for a complex spec?

The best way to validate end-to-end requirements is to dispatch a dedicated Challenger subagent. It satisfies validation needs by returning severity-rated findings, verifying environments, and coordinating with orchestrator workflows to manage risks.

Does the Challenger subagent work with oneoff-spec workflows?

Yes, the Challenger subagent works with both oneoff-spec and orchestrator workflows. It applies deep feasibility scrutiny across multiple stages to ensure high-risk areas are surfaced regardless of the specific workflow type.

What severity ratings does the Challenger subagent return for identified risks?

The Challenger subagent returns severity-rated findings categorized as Critical, High, Medium, or Low. These ratings help prioritize risks and determine whether to block or proceed with the current workflow stage.