critic

Dispatch persona-specific reviewer agents to critique manuscript chapters or ranges.

Updated May 9, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/PetitChu/holocron --skill critic-petitchu
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: critic
Source: https://github.com/PetitChu/holocron/tree/main/skills/critic
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/PetitChu/holocron --skill critic-petitchu

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

The critic skill helps you stress-test a chapter or manuscript against a specific, opinionated reviewer persona so you can identify weaknesses aligned to a particular writing concern.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Persona-specific manuscript review: Spawn one named critic (or multiple) to read your selected scope with distinct “pet peeves” and critical concerns.
  • Flexible scope selection: Review a single chapter, a range of chapters, a specific file path, or the entire manuscript.
  • Action-oriented feedback flow: Produce verbatim persona reviews and then prompt for conversion into actionable edits.

Quick Start

Use the critic skill to get a Zahn-focused tactical realism review of the full manuscript.

Frequently Asked Questions about critic

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I get a persona-specific manuscript critique for my draft?

You can obtain targeted persona reviews by summoning a specified reviewer agent over a chosen chapter, range, file path, or the entire manuscript. The critique applies specific pet peeves and critical concerns aligned to your selected writing focus.

Can I request feedback from specific authors like Zahn or Traviss on my writing?

Yes, you can request feedback from specific personas like Karpyshyn, Zahn, Traviss, Stover, Lucas, James Wood, or an in-universe beta reader. The system requires persona validation and dispatches these as distinct tasks to generate verbatim reviews.

How do I manage revision workflows after receiving editorial feedback on my draft?

After receiving editorial feedback, the process prompts for conversion of verbatim persona reviews into actionable edits. This creates an action-oriented feedback flow that directly integrates with your writing and revision workflows.

What is the best way to review lore plausibility and character dialogue in my manuscript?

The best way to review lore plausibility and character dialogue is to stress-test your manuscript against a specific, opinionated reviewer persona. This identifies weaknesses aligned to those particular writing concerns.

Does the manuscript critique process support reviewing a specific file path instead of the entire draft?

Yes, the manuscript critique process supports flexible scope selection. You can review a single chapter, a range of chapters, a specific file path, or the entire manuscript by resolving scope to load the minimum relevant context.

When should I use an in-universe beta reader for editorial planning instead of a standard reviewer?

Use an in-universe beta reader for editorial planning when you need feedback grounded in the internal logic and lore of your fictional universe. This validates lore plausibility and character dialogue consistency.