using-superpowers

Check and invoke applicable skills before responding to user input.

141|20|Updated Dec 19, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/julianromli/opencode-template --skill using-superpowers-julianromli
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: using-superpowers
Source: https://github.com/julianromli/opencode-template/tree/main/skill/using-superpowers
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/julianromli/opencode-template --skill using-superpowers-julianromli

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Establishes a mandatory starter protocol that ensures skills are considered and invoked before any AI response, reducing misalignment and missed capabilities.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Enforces Skill tool invocation at the start of conversations to guide the response with relevant skills.
  • Helps maintain safety and consistency by requiring skill-based checks for clarifications, brainstorming, or task execution.
  • Use Case: when a user asks for a task outside the current context, the system first checks for a applicable skill and loads its guidance.

Quick Start

Invoke the Skill tool before responding to any user input to check and apply applicable skills.

Frequently Asked Questions about using-superpowers

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

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How do I ensure AI checks for applicable skills before answering a prompt?

To ensure AI checks for applicable skills before answering, establish a mandatory starter protocol that enforces Skill tool invocation at the start of every interaction. This loads relevant skill guidance into context before generating a response.

What is a conversational guardrail for prompt injection and AI safety?

A conversational guardrail for AI safety is a mandatory protocol that intercepts user inputs to check and load relevant skills before responding. This mechanism reduces misalignment and enforces consistent task execution across brainstorming or problem solving.

Do I need the Skill tool to enforce mandatory skill invocation?

Yes, enforcing mandatory skill invocation requires the Skill tool to load and present applicable skill content into the system context. This ensures the AI applies relevant clarifications or guardrails before generating any output.

What's the best way to prevent missed capabilities in AI task execution?

The best way to prevent missed capabilities is applying a conversational guardrail that requires checking for relevant skills before answering. This ensures the system loads necessary guidance for any task outside the current context.

When do I need a mandatory starter protocol for AI responses?

You need a mandatory starter protocol when processing tasks like brainstorming, problem solving, or feature requests. It ensures the system checks for applicable skills and loads their guidance before answering, maintaining safety and consistency.

Why does invoking skills before answering reduce AI misalignment?

Invoking skills before answering reduces AI misalignment by forcing the system to load specific guidance and clarifications into context first. This prevents unchecked responses and ensures task execution follows relevant safety guardrails.