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using-superpowers

Invoke registered Skill instructions before responding to user queries.

Updated May 17, 2026

Search Tags:#agent orchestration #cross-platform #skill discovery #tool invocation #prompt routing #instruction hierarchy

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/ohdaveed/director-hearing-manager --skill using-superpowers-ohdaveed

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: using-superpowers
Source: https://github.com/ohdaveed/director-hearing-manager/tree/main/.agents/skills/using-superpowers
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ohdaveed/director-hearing-manager --skill using-superpowers-ohdaveed

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill prevents the assistant from answering too early by ensuring it checks and applies the correct, registered Skill instructions before generating any response or follow-up questions.

Core Features & Use Cases

Skill-first activation: Forces a Skill tool invocation before any response, including clarifying questions, when there is even a small chance a skill applies.
Subagent safety guard: Skips the skill when dispatched as a subagent to execute a specific task.
Cross-platform skill access: Provides platform-specific guidance for Claude Code, Copilot CLI, and Gemini CLI tool activation and reference loading.

Quick Start

Use the Skill tool to invoke using-superpowers before replying to the user, unless you are already acting as a dispatched subagent for a specific task.

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 prevent an AI assistant from answering before applying the correct skill instructions?▼

To prevent premature AI responses, use a skill-first activation mechanism that forces a tool invocation to check registered skills before generating any reply, including clarifying questions. This ensures the assistant always applies the correct operational guidance first.

What is skill discovery and how does it work in agent orchestration?▼

Skill discovery in agent orchestration is the process of matching user task interpretation against registered skills before responding. It involves invoking a designated Skill tool to load specific instruction hierarchies and operational guidance, ensuring the assistant uses the correct operational context.

Does skill discovery and activation work across different CLI platforms?▼

Yes, cross-platform skill access provides platform-specific guidance for Claude Code, Copilot CLI, and Gemini CLI. It uses the configured platform mapping to ensure correct tool activation and reference loading across these different environments.

How do I handle prompt routing when a dispatched subagent needs to execute a specific task?▼

When dispatched as a subagent to execute a specific task, the skill is skipped entirely to ensure subagent safety. This prevents the skill-first activation mechanism from interfering with targeted task execution by bypassing the general skill discovery process.

Why does my AI assistant answer questions without following the instruction hierarchy?▼

An AI assistant bypassing the instruction hierarchy likely lacks skill-first activation enforcement. Without requiring a Skill tool invocation before responding, the assistant generates answers without checking for matching registered skills, missing required operational guidance.