council

Simulate a structured council of advisors to analyze decisions and synthesize recommendations.

2|Updated Apr 14, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/klu-dev/porting-ecc-to-vscode --skill council-klu-dev
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: council
Source: https://github.com/klu-dev/porting-ecc-to-vscode/tree/main/.github/skills/council
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/klu-dev/porting-ecc-to-vscode --skill council-klu-dev

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill aids in making complex decisions by convening a structured council of advisors, ensuring a well-rounded evaluation of options and risks.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Decision Making: Convenes a four-voice council (Architect, Skeptic, Pragmatist, Critic) to analyze ambiguous decisions.
  • Role-Based Responses: Each advisor provides their perspective on the decision, challenging assumptions and risks.
  • Synthesis: Aggregates and synthesizes responses to present a cohesive recommendation.

Quick Start

Convene a council for the decision "Should we proceed with the new feature?" and provide context about the project and potential risks.

Frequently Asked Questions about council

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I make complex decisions with multiple viable paths using structured debate?

Structured decision-making with multiple viable paths requires framing the input question and presenting context. A multi-perspective council of distinct roles analyzes options, challenges assumptions, and synthesizes a cohesive recommendation.

Can I use multi-perspective analysis for evaluating project risks and ambiguous decisions?

Multi-perspective analysis evaluates project risks by convening a decision-making council. Distinct advisor roles provide structured argumentation, challenging assumptions and risks to aggregate diverse perspectives into a comprehensive evaluation.

What is the best way to simulate a decision-making council for comprehensive evaluation?

The best way to simulate a decision-making council involves defining four distinct roles: Architect, Skeptic, Pragmatist, and Critic. Each role provides structured argumentation on the decision, which is then synthesized into a cohesive recommendation.

How do I start a structured debate when I need a well-rounded evaluation of options?

To start a structured debate, convene a council by providing a clear decision question and relevant context. The council advisors will then analyze the ambiguous decision, challenge assumptions, and synthesize responses for a well-rounded evaluation.

Does this decision-making approach work without external dependencies or components?

This decision-making approach works without external dependencies. It relies solely on framing the input question and presenting context to simulate the council process internally, requiring no additional setup.

When should I avoid using a multi-perspective council for decision-making?

You should avoid using a multi-perspective council for simple or straightforward decisions that lack ambiguity. This structured debate process is designed for scenarios requiring comprehensive evaluation of multiple viable paths and complex risk analysis.