using-superpowers

Check and invoke applicable superpowers skills before any assistant response.

Updated May 10, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Mateus2411/Hermes-PersonalBot --skill using-superpowers-mateus2411
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: using-superpowers
Source: https://github.com/Mateus2411/Hermes-PersonalBot/tree/main/skills/superpowers/skills/using-superpowers
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Mateus2411/Hermes-PersonalBot --skill using-superpowers-mateus2411

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

It prevents the assistant from answering too early by ensuring that relevant “superpowers” skills are checked and invoked before any response, including clarifying questions.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Mandatory pre-response skill checks: Forces a Skill tool invocation whenever there is even a 1% chance a skill applies, avoiding premature clarification or exploration.
  • Clear precedence and override rules: Ensures user instructions take priority, while superpowers override default behavior when there is a conflict.
  • Platform-aware guidance: Explains how to invoke skills across Claude Code, Copilot CLI, and Gemini CLI so the workflow works consistently in different environments.
  • Decision workflow framing: Provides a structured “skill flow” approach to determine whether to brainstorm, implement, or just respond normally.

Quick Start

Invoke the using-superpowers skill immediately at the start of the conversation, then follow its instructions before producing any assistant response.

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 stop an AI assistant from answering too early before checking applicable skills?

To stop premature responses, enforce a mandatory pre-response workflow that checks and invokes applicable skills before any assistant output. This ensures the assistant performs correct skill discovery and executes specialized workflows rather than defaulting to premature clarification.

What is the 1% applicability rule for agent skill invocation?

The 1% applicability rule requires the assistant to trigger the Skill tool whenever there is even a 1% chance a specialized workflow applies. This guarantees comprehensive skill discovery and prevents missing relevant workflows during conversational turns.

Does this pre-response skill workflow work with Claude Code, Copilot CLI, and Gemini CLI?

Yes, the pre-response skill workflow provides platform-aware guidance explaining how to invoke skills across Claude Code, Copilot CLI, and Gemini CLI. This ensures consistent agent orchestration and platform adaptation across different command-line environments.

How do I manage priority and override rules when orchestrating multiple assistant skills?

To manage priority and override rules, establish clear precedence where user instructions take priority, while specialized skills override default behavior during conflicts. This structured decision workflow determines whether to brainstorm, implement, or respond normally.

When should I trigger a skill discovery check in a conversational turn?

Trigger a skill discovery check in any conversational turn where there is uncertainty about whether a specialized workflow should run. The pre-response mechanism requires checking applicable skills before producing any assistant output, including clarifying questions.