pinion-balance

Retrieve ETH and USDC balances for an Ethereum address on Base.

95|6|Updated Feb 11, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/chu2bard/pinion-os --skill pinion-balance-chu2bard
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: pinion-balance
Source: https://github.com/chu2bard/pinion-os/tree/main/skills/balance
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/chu2bard/pinion-os --skill pinion-balance-chu2bard

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Balances retrieval for Ethereum addresses on Base is tedious when done manually; this skill provides a simple endpoint to fetch current holdings for a given address.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Retrieve ETH and USDC balances for any address on Base in a single request.
  • Supports quick checks before sending transactions, funding agent wallets, or validating balances for automated workflows.
  • Use Case: Verify a wallet has sufficient funds before calling a skill or initiating a payment on Base.

Quick Start

Call the balance endpoint with an address to fetch current ETH and USDC balances on Base.

Frequently Asked Questions about pinion-balance

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I check ETH and USDC balances for an address on Base?

This Skill retrieves ETH and USDC balances on Base by calling a balance endpoint with an Ethereum address. It returns a structured balance object containing current holdings, validating the input address format before executing the on-chain query.

Can I verify wallet funding for automated workflows on Base?

You can verify wallet funding for automated workflows on Base by retrieving current ETH and USDC holdings for a given address. This allows you to confirm sufficient funds before initiating automated payments or calling other agent skills.

What is the best way to query on-chain balances before sending a transaction on Base?

The best way to query on-chain balances before sending transactions on Base is to use an endpoint that fetches both ETH and USDC holdings in a single request. This validates input formats and returns a structured balance object for transaction planning.

Does retrieving Base network balances require any specific dependencies?

Retrieving Base network balances requires no specific dependencies. The Skill operates independently to fetch ETH and USDC balances for an Ethereum address, requiring only a valid address input format to return the structured balance data.

Why does my Ethereum address fail the input validation when checking balances on Base?

Your Ethereum address fails input validation when checking balances on Base if it is not formatted correctly. The Skill validates input formats before retrieving ETH and USDC balances, ensuring only properly structured addresses are queried on-chain.