using-superpowers

Invoke the Skill tool before responding to verify applicable skills.

1|Updated Mar 8, 2026

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Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/tense-i/stock-market-simulator --skill using-superpowers-tense-i

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: using-superpowers
Source: https://github.com/tense-i/stock-market-simulator/tree/main/skills/using-superpowers
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/tense-i/stock-market-simulator --skill using-superpowers-tense-i

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This guideline ensures AI interactions are anchored to the correct Skill guidance by requiring Skill tool invocation before any response, including clarifying questions, so actions follow predefined workflows.

Core Features & Use Cases

Enforces proactive Skill invocation at the start of conversations to determine applicable skills.
Provides a standardized flow for discovering, selecting, and applying skills in dialogue.
Reduces risk of unsafe or misaligned responses by validating Skill applicability before taking action.

Quick Start

Always invoke the Skill tool before replying to any user message to verify applicable skills and follow their guidance.

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 enforce AI skill invocation before generating a response?▼

To enforce skill invocation, apply a guideline that requires the Skill tool to be triggered before any AI response or clarifying question. This ensures actions align with predefined workflows and safety guidelines.

Why should I invoke skills before answering user prompts?▼

Invoking skills before answering validates applicability and reduces the risk of unsafe or misaligned responses. It anchors AI interactions to correct guidance so actions follow structured, predefined workflows.

What is the best way to manage AI safety guidelines and workflow alignment?▼

The best way to manage AI safety guidelines is enforcing proactive skill discovery at the start of conversations. This provides a standardized flow for selecting and applying skills, guaranteeing alignment with available safety guardrails.

When do I need to trigger skill discovery during an AI conversation?▼

Trigger skill discovery at the start of conversations, during clarifications, and whenever a skill may be relevant to the task. This ensures the AI continuously aligns with applicable guidance throughout the dialogue.

Can I use mandatory skill invocation to prevent misaligned AI outputs?▼

Yes, mandatory skill invocation prevents misaligned outputs by validating skill applicability before taking action. It reduces risk by ensuring the AI checks available skills and follows their structured guidance before replying.

Does enforcing skill tool usage work without dependencies?▼

Yes, enforcing skill tool usage operates without dependencies. It functions as a standalone guideline to verify applicable skills and follow their guidance before generating any response, requiring no additional components.