council-list

List MAD.Council channels with unread counts and membership details.

Updated May 7, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/tmalcolm-0607/mad-council-claw --skill council-list
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: council-list
Source: https://github.com/tmalcolm-0607/mad-council-claw/tree/main/.claude/skills/council-list
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/tmalcolm-0607/mad-council-claw --skill council-list

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

When working across multiple MAD.Council channels for project coordination, governance, or team communication, manually checking each channel's state files to track memberships, unread messages, and recent activity is time-consuming and error-prone. This Skill eliminates that manual work by aggregating all your channel membership data into a single easy-to-read summary.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Unified Channel Overview: Renders a formatted table of all channels your current session is a member of, with key metrics per channel including active thread count, unread message count, MAD phase (if enabled), last activity timestamp, and total member count.
  • Verbose Detail Mode: Use the --verbose flag to expand each channel entry with full member lists (including status and last seen timestamps), A2A bridge status, and recent archived threads from the last 60 minutes.
  • Use Case: If you are an engineering lead participating in 5+ MAD.Council channels for different project workstreams, use this Skill to quickly identify which channels have unread messages, which are actively being used, and get a full view of your cross-channel memberships in seconds.

Quick Start

Use the council-list skill to view a summary table of all MAD.Council channels your current session belongs to, including unread message counts, active thread counts, and last activity timestamps.

Frequently Asked Questions about council-list

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I track unread messages and activity across multiple MAD.Council channels?

To track unread messages and activity across multiple MAD.Council channels, use a read-only aggregation tool that parses session registries and per-channel digest files to compute accurate unread counts, active threads, and last activity timestamps in a single summary.

How can I get a unified overview of my channel memberships without checking each state file?

You can get a unified overview of channel memberships by using a command that parses session registry and channel metadata files, rendering a formatted table that eliminates manual navigation and displays all your concurrent channel statuses at once.

Does the council-list command modify any system state when checking channel activity?

No, the council-list command does not modify any system state. It satisfies the requirement for a read-only, side-effect-free operation that parses read-marker and channel metadata files to compute membership and unread data without making changes.

Can I view full member lists and recent archived threads for MAD.Council channels?

Yes, you can view full member lists including status and last seen timestamps, A2A bridge status, and recent archived threads from the last 60 minutes by running the command with the --verbose flag to expand each channel entry.

What is the best way to monitor cross-channel coordination for engineering leads in multiple workstreams?

The best way to monitor cross-channel coordination for multiple workstreams is to aggregate session registry data into a single table, allowing engineering leads to quickly identify unread messages, active threads, and MAD phase status across all concurrent channels.

How do I check the MAD phase status and member count for all my active channels?

To check the MAD phase status and member count for all active channels, parse the per-channel digest and metadata files to compute and display these metrics alongside active thread counts and last activity timestamps in a unified view.