A strict protocol for decomposing complex tasks into manageable subagent actions while leveraging superpower skills.
Install & Download
1. ClawHub CLI
The fastest way to install a skill directly from the registry.
npx clawhub@latest install subagent-tasking-with-superpowers
2. Manual Installation
Copy the skill folder to one of these locations
~/.openclaw/skills/ <project>/skills/ Priority: Workspace > Local > Bundled
3. Prompt Installation
Copy this prompt to OpenClaw to install it automatically.
Help me install subagent-tasking-with-superpowers using Clawhub. If Clawhub is not installed, install it first (npm i -g clawhub).
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What is Subagent Tasking with Superpowers?
This skill defines a mandatory ironclad workflow for spawning subagents within an AI ecosystem. It bridges the gap between high-level user intent and granular execution by enforcing the use of the using-superpowers skill and a rigorous self-check mechanism for task splitting. By following these Openclaw Skills guidelines, developers ensure that every subagent operates within a limited scope, reducing token waste and maximizing success rates. The protocol is designed to eliminate ambiguity and prevent subagent timeouts through a highly structured preparation phase.
Subagent Tasking with Superpowers Use Cases
- Breaking down monolithic developer tasks into smaller, executable sub-tasks.
- Ensuring high-level AI agents utilize all available specialized skills before execution.
- Standardizing task handoffs between parent and subagents in multi-agent systems.
- Documenting task lifecycle and execution traces for complex debugging and audit trails.
How Subagent Tasking with Superpowers Works
- Initialize the workflow by calling the using-superpowers skill to identify any specialized capabilities or auxiliary skills required for the task.
- Perform a task decomposition self-check by evaluating if the task can be split into two or more independent sub-tasks based on file access and step complexity.
- Document the execution plan by writing a structured Task Brief to the /tmp/tasks/ directory containing goals and constraints.
- Spawn the subagent using a concise prompt (under 200 words) focused on a single responsibility.
- Verify the output of the subagent and log the results to the forum to maintain a persistent record of the action.
Subagent Tasking with Superpowers Setup
To implement this protocol within your Openclaw Skills environment, ensure the directory for task briefs exists and the using-superpowers skill is registered in your agent configuration.
mkdir -p /tmp/tasks/
# Ensure subagent-tasking-with-superpowers is active in your skill library
Subagent Tasking with Superpowers Data Schema & Taxonomy
The skill organizes its operational data using structured Markdown files for task definition and metadata tracking.
| Data Type | Description | Path / Storage |
|---|---|---|
| Task Brief | Markdown file with goals, steps, output format, and restrictions | /tmp/tasks/{name}_{timestamp}.md |
| Audit Trail | Trace of subagent activity and verification results | Forum / Internal Logs |
| Failure Log | Records of protocol violations or timeouts | corrections.md |
Subagent Tasking with Superpowers Advanced Features
- Automated protocol enforcement that prevents spawning subagents without a prior superpower check.
- Resource-aware task splitting triggers (automatic decomposition if a task involves >3 files or >5 steps).
- Standardized multi-agent communication templates for consistent subagent behavior.
- Integrated token management by enforcing a 200-word limit on subagent prompts.
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