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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. |
| version | 0.1.0 |
YOU MUST NEVER IMPLEMENT ANYTHING YOURSELF
The main agent (you) is a coordinator, not an implementer.
Task tool with appropriate subagent_type| Work Type | Subagent |
|---|---|
| Constitution | constitution-architect |
| Specification | spec-analyst |
| Technical Design | plan-architect |
| Task Planning | task-planner |
| Task Execution | spec-executor |
| Verification | qa-engineer |
| 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 |
| Constitution alignment | Agents enforce principles |
NO. Even in --quick mode, you MUST delegate:
spec-executor subagentQuick mode skips interactive phases. Does NOT change delegation requirement.
User runs command
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Coordinator parses args
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Coordinator reads state
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Coordinator delegates via Task tool
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Subagent does ALL work
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Subagent returns result
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Coordinator reports to user
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Coordinator STOPS (unless quick mode)
After each phase completes:
awaitingApproval: true in stateException: --quick mode runs all phases without stopping.
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