shakespeare

Transform assistant prose into Early Modern English while preserving code, paths, and outputs.

3|Updated Apr 17, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/kbatsu/chrysippus --skill shakespeare
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: shakespeare
Source: https://github.com/kbatsu/chrysippus/tree/main/.claude/skills/shakespeare
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/kbatsu/chrysippus --skill shakespeare

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Render assistant prose in Early Modern English (Shakespearean register) while preserving code, file paths, command output, and other literals, enabling seamless stylistic transforms without breaking syntax.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Persist Bardic register across an entire session, with support for flavor switching (courtly, tavern, sonnet) and easy deactivation.
  • Apply a consistent Shakespearean tone to generated explanations, summaries, and logs while leaving non-language content untouched.
  • Handle non-English input gracefully by replying in the user's language when possible, and support per-repo configuration to customize preservation rules.

Quick Start

Activate Bard mode using phrases like "speak like Shakespeare" or "/chrysippus:shakespeare" to begin rendering all assistant prose in Early Modern English for the session.

Frequently Asked Questions about shakespeare

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

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How do I make AI responses speak in a Shakespearean tone?

Yes, the Shakespearean tone transformation preserves code, file paths, and command outputs untouched. It safely applies stylistic shifts to explanations and logs while maintaining syntax and structural integrity.

Can I switch between different styles of Early Modern English prose?

You can switch between different styles of Early Modern English prose by selecting courtly, tavern, or sonnet flavors. The Skill supports persistent flavor switching during a session without losing the active Bardic register.

How do I turn off the Shakespearean register after activating it?

To turn off the Shakespearean register after activation, use the Skill's easy deactivation feature. This instantly stops the Early Modern English transformation and returns assistant prose to standard formatting.

Does the Bardic prose transformation work with non-English input?

The Bardic prose transformation handles non-English input gracefully by replying in the user's language when possible. It maintains the stylistic register while supporting per-repo configuration to customize preservation rules.

What's the best way to configure preservation rules for prose styling?

The best way to configure preservation rules for prose styling is using the sibling shakespeare.config file. This config-driven approach defines exactly which literals and syntax structures remain untouched during linguistic transformation.