topical-authority-mapper

Generate topical authority maps with pillar pages, clusters, and internal-link recommendations.

Updated Apr 19, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/marmikcfc/pepper-skills --skill topical-authority-mapper-marmikcfc
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: topical-authority-mapper
Source: https://github.com/marmikcfc/pepper-skills/tree/main/skills/topical-authority-mapper
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/marmikcfc/pepper-skills --skill topical-authority-mapper-marmikcfc

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Build a structured topical authority map to dominate a topic in search by organizing pillar pages, clusters, and internal links.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Pillar-page planning to centralize a topic's coverage
  • Cluster-page generation and internal-link recommendations for semantic SEO
  • Prioritized content roadmap with actionable build order for quick wins

Quick Start

Provide a topic and let the system generate pillar, cluster pages, and internal-link structure.

Frequently Asked Questions about topical-authority-mapper

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I build a topical authority map for my SEO content strategy?

Build a topical authority map by structuring a central pillar page, generating 5-8 semantic clusters, and planning 3-6 supporting pages per cluster with internal-link recommendations. This organizes topic coverage hierarchically to signal semantic relevance to search engines.

What is the best way to plan internal links between pillar pages and cluster pages?

The best way to plan internal links for pillar and cluster pages is generating a semantic hierarchy map that defines specific link placements between the pillar and its clusters. This structure centralizes topic coverage and distributes authority effectively across supporting pages.

Do I need an API key to generate a pillar page and cluster content roadmap?

Yes, generating a pillar page and cluster content roadmap requires both ORTHOGONAL_API_KEY and ANTHROPIC_API_KEY. These keys enable the system to perform topical research, generate the semantic cluster structure, and output a prioritized build order.

How do I create a prioritized content build order for semantic SEO?

Create a prioritized content build order by mapping your pillar and cluster pages into a semantic hierarchy, then evaluating the structure to output a roadmap of quick wins. This approach identifies high-impact pages to develop first for faster search visibility.

Can I use this topical authority approach for any topic or website scale?

You can apply this topical authority mapping approach to any topic by inputting your target subject. The system scales by dynamically generating a pillar page, 5-8 contextual clusters, and supporting pages tailored to that specific subject's semantic depth.

Why does my content strategy fail to rank even with comprehensive pillar pages?

Comprehensive pillar pages fail to rank when lacking a structured topical authority map with supporting cluster pages and internal-link recommendations. Without this semantic hierarchy, search engines cannot easily parse the depth and relationships of your topic coverage.