petdex

Configure animated pet mascots for VIGIL CLI, TUI, and desktop workspaces.

1|Updated Jun 25, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Signmanal/VIGIL --skill petdex
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Skill: petdex
Source: https://github.com/Signmanal/VIGIL/tree/main/skills/productivity/petdex
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Signmanal/VIGIL --skill petdex

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill solves the lack of built-in, easy-to-use animated mascot support for VIGIL, removing the manual work of sourcing, installing, and configuring pet displays across all VIGIL surfaces.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Gallery Browsing: Search the public petdex library of animated mascots to find the perfect fit for your workflow.
  • Cross-Surface Display: Install and activate pets that react to agent activity (idle, running tools, errors, completion) across the VIGIL CLI, TUI, and desktop app.
  • Customization & Troubleshooting: Adjust pet size, select the optimal rendering mode for your terminal, and run diagnostics if your pet isn't displaying correctly.
  • Use Case: If you want a playful mascot to make long alert triage sessions more engaging, you can search the petdex gallery, install your chosen pet in one command, and have it active across all your VIGIL tools immediately.

Quick Start

Use the petdex skill to search the public pet gallery for an animated mascot you like, install it, and set it to display across all your VIGIL CLI and desktop surfaces.

Frequently Asked Questions about petdex

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

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How do I add an animated pet mascot to my terminal CLI?

You can add an animated pet mascot to your terminal CLI by browsing the public petdex gallery, installing your chosen pet sprite, and configuring the display scale and render mode for your workspace.

Can I customize mascot display scale and rendering mode in a TUI workspace?

Yes, you can customize mascot display scale and select the optimal rendering mode for your TUI workspace to ensure the animated pet displays correctly across different terminal environments.

Why does my installed mascot not show up in my desktop app?

If your installed mascot is not showing up in your desktop app, you can run diagnostics through the petdex skill to troubleshoot mascot visibility issues and verify your rendering configuration.

Do reactive mascots respond to agent activity states like running tools or errors?

Yes, reactive mascots respond to agent activity states such as idle, running tools, errors, and completion, providing visual feedback across the VIGIL CLI, TUI, and desktop surfaces.

What is the best way to find and install a pet sprite for long alert triage sessions?

The best way to find and install a pet sprite is to search the public petdex library for an animated mascot that fits your workflow, then install it in one command to immediately activate it across all your tools.