creative-ideation

Generate non-obvious creative ideas using established ideation methods.

Updated May 4, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/InverterNetwork/hermes-agent --skill creative-ideation-inverternetwork
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: creative-ideation
Source: https://github.com/InverterNetwork/hermes-agent/tree/main/optional-skills/creative/creative-ideation
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/InverterNetwork/hermes-agent --skill creative-ideation-inverternetwork

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill solves the "blank page" problem and the tendency for AI to produce generic, low-quality "slop" by enforcing a rigorous, method-based ideation process.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Method-Based Routing: Automatically selects the best creative technique (e.g., SCAMPER, TRIZ, Oblique Strategies) based on the user's specific domain and phase.
  • Anti-Slop Enforcement: Applies strict rules to filter out buzzwords, trending-tech clichés, and generic startup shapes, ensuring output is specific and grounded.
  • Use Case: If you are stuck on a software project, the Skill will route you to a pattern-language or first-principles method to break your frame, rather than giving you a generic list of features.

Quick Start

Use the creative-ideation skill to generate three non-obvious concepts for a new physical object using the lateral-provocations method.

Frequently Asked Questions about creative-ideation

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate non-obvious ideas and avoid generic brainstorming output?

To avoid generic brainstorming output, route your prompt through established ideation methods like SCAMPER or TRIZ, which apply strict anti-slop rules to filter buzzwords and ensure specific, grounded results.

What is method-based routing for creative problem-solving?

Method-based routing for creative problem-solving automatically selects the optimal ideation technique, such as Oblique Strategies or pattern-language, based on your specific domain and project phase to break your existing frame.

How do I use lateral-provocations to brainstorm physical object designs?

To use lateral-provocations for physical object designs, you apply the method to generate frame-breaking concepts that adhere to strict anti-slop rules, ensuring the resulting physical object ideas are specific and buildable.

Does this ideation approach work for both software projects and system design?

Yes, this ideation approach works for software projects and system design by applying first-principles and pattern-language methods to break frames, ensuring non-obvious concepts across text, software, and physical objects.

What is the best way to enforce anti-slop rules during innovation brainstorming?

The best way to enforce anti-slop rules during innovation brainstorming is to use a method-based routing system that filters trending-tech clichés and generic startup shapes, formatting outputs to ensure specific, grounded, and buildable results.

When should I use constraint-based brainstorming methods like TRIZ?

You should use constraint-based brainstorming methods like TRIZ when you are stuck on a software or system design task and need to break your frame using first-principles thinking rather than receiving generic feature lists.