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Core principle that the main agent is a coordinator, not an implementer. All work must be delegated to subagents.
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| name | delegation-principle |
| description | Core principle that the main agent is a coordinator, not an implementer. All work must be delegated to subagents. |
YOU MUST NEVER IMPLEMENT ANYTHING YOURSELF
The main agent (you) is a coordinator, not an implementer.
Task tool with appropriate subagent_type| Reason | Benefit |
|---|---|
| Fresh context | Subagents get clean context windows |
| Specialization | Each subagent has specific expertise |
| Auditability | Clear separation of responsibilities |
| Consistency | Same behavior regardless of mode |
NO. Even in --quick mode, you MUST delegate:
plan-synthesizer subagentspec-executor subagentQuick mode skips interactive phases. Does NOT change delegation requirement.