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using-superpowers

Enforce a skill-first workflow before generating any response.

1|1|Updated Apr 20, 2026
Search Tags:#agent behavior#tool usage#skill invocation#guardrails#clarifying questions#prompt workflow
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/svssdeva/agentic-skills --skill using-superpowers-svssdeva
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: using-superpowers
Source: https://github.com/svssdeva/agentic-skills/tree/main/utils/using-superpowers
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/svssdeva/agentic-skills --skill using-superpowers-svssdeva

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill prevents you from answering too early by enforcing a disciplined skill-check workflow before any response, including clarifying questions, so the correct domain guidance is applied.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Skill-first behavior: Requires invoking the Skill tool before any response or action when there is even a 1% chance a skill might apply, ensuring the model follows repository-defined workflows.
  • Subagent override: Skips the Skill if the agent was dispatched as a subagent for a specific task.
  • Platform-specific access rules: Explains how to access and activate skills across Claude Code, Copilot CLI, Gemini CLI, and other environments.

Quick Start

Invoke the using-superpowers skill in your Skill tool before sending any message, even if you think you only need to ask a quick clarifying question.

Frequently Asked Questions about using-superpowers

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I enforce agent behavior to check for relevant skills before generating a response?▼

To enforce agent behavior for skill invocation, apply a skill-first workflow that requires checking the Skill tool before any response or action when there is even a small chance a repository skill applies. This ensures correct domain guidance is loaded.

Why does my agent answer questions without loading the correct prompt workflow from repository skills?▼

Your agent answers too early because it lacks a disciplined skill-check workflow. You must require invoking the Skill tool to load selected skill content before generating any response, including clarifying questions and planning steps.

How do I ensure correct skill discovery and activation before generating any response?▼

Correct skill discovery requires enforcing a skill-first workflow that uses the Skill tool to load selected skill content before responding. This process applies platform-specific access rules and respects subagent bypass rules across different environments.

Do I need to invoke the Skill tool before asking clarifying questions or planning?▼

Yes, you need to invoke the Skill tool before asking clarifying questions or planning. The skill-first behavior requires checking for relevant repository skills before any response or action to ensure the correct domain guidance is applied.

When should I bypass the skill invocation workflow for subagents?▼

You should bypass the skill invocation workflow when the agent was dispatched as a subagent for a specific task. The subagent override skips the Skill tool requirement so the agent can execute its targeted instructions directly.

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