using-superpowers

Invoke relevant skills before generating responses or taking actions.

Updated Mar 3, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/zhou533/UnVault --skill using-superpowers-zhou533
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: using-superpowers
Source: https://github.com/zhou533/UnVault/tree/main/.claude/skills/using-superpowers
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/zhou533/UnVault --skill using-superpowers-zhou533

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill ensures that AI agents consistently leverage available tools and skills before generating responses, preventing premature or unassisted actions.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Mandatory Skill Invocation: Enforces the use of skills when there's even a slight possibility they apply to the task.
  • Structured Workflow: Provides a clear decision tree for when and how to invoke skills.
  • Use Case: When a user asks a question that might be answerable by a specific tool, this skill guides the AI to check for and use that tool first, rather than attempting to answer from its general knowledge or asking clarifying questions.

Quick Start

Invoke relevant or requested skills BEFORE any response or action.

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 make AI agents invoke tools before responding?

To make AI agents invoke tools before responding, you need a structured workflow that enforces mandatory skill discovery. This ensures agents check for applicable tools and execute them prior to generating direct replies or asking clarifying questions.

Why does my LLM skip tools and answer from general knowledge?

An LLM skips tools and answers from general knowledge when there is no strict protocol enforcing tool invocation. Applying a mandatory skill invocation workflow forces the agent to check for and use relevant tools first, preventing premature or unassisted actions.

What is a structured workflow for AI agent skill discovery?

A structured workflow for AI agent skill discovery is a strict protocol ensuring agents check for skill applicability before proceeding with task execution. It provides a clear decision tree for when and how to invoke tools across all conversational turns.

Does mandatory skill invocation apply to all conversational turns?

Yes, mandatory skill invocation applies to all conversational turns where a skill might be applicable. It enforces a strict checking protocol before proceeding with any task execution or information retrieval.

Can I stop an AI agent from asking clarifying questions before using tools?

Yes, you can stop an AI agent from asking clarifying questions by enforcing a workflow that prioritizes tool usage. This requires the agent to invoke relevant or requested skills before taking any response action or generating direct replies.