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Description
Evidence-first verification for status, config, file contents, actions, connectivity, mounts, and model selection. Use before answering any such claim.
Usage Guidance
This skill is coherent and appears to do what it says: run local checks and cite evidence before answering. Before installing, confirm you trust the skill source (source/homepage unknown), and be aware it expects command-line tools (ripgrep, shell utilities, and optionally the OpenClaw CLI) to perform checks even though those binaries are not declared in metadata. If you have sensitive files, run the skill in a restricted environment or review the SKILL.md and references/patterns.md to ensure the verification commands and paths match what you want it to access. If you need stricter limits, restrict the agent's filesystem/tool permissions or test in an isolated container first.
Capability Analysis
Type: OpenClaw Skill
Name: truth-frist
Version: 1.5.0
The 'truth-first' skill bundle is a utility designed to enforce evidence-based verification for AI agent responses. It provides a structured workflow (SKILL.md) and command templates (references/patterns.md) that instruct the agent to use standard diagnostic tools like 'ripgrep', 'ls', and 'stat' to verify system states and configurations before answering. No evidence of malicious intent, data exfiltration, or harmful prompt injection was found; the logic is consistent with its stated purpose of improving accuracy and reducing hallucinations.
Capability Assessment
Purpose & Capability
The name/description match the SKILL.md: the skill is an evidence-first verification workflow. It expects tools like ripgrep and the OpenClaw CLI (used in examples), but the registry metadata does not list required binaries; this is a minor mismatch between documentation and declared requirements.
Instruction Scope
SKILL.md explicitly directs the agent to read files, run local commands (rg, ls, stat, openclaw gateway status, view logs) and cite evidence. Those actions are appropriate for verification tasks, but they do grant broad read/command capability over local files and system state — which is necessary for the skill's purpose but worth noting before allowing it to run with wide filesystem/tool access.
Install Mechanism
Instruction-only skill with no install spec or archive downloads. Lowest-risk install footprint.
Credentials
The skill does not request environment variables, credentials, or config paths beyond referencing common OpenClaw config locations in examples. No disproportionate credential access requested.
Persistence & Privilege
No always:true, no install scripts, and no modifications to other skills or system-wide configuration are present. Normal, non-persistent skill.
How to Use
- Make sure OpenClaw is installed (local or Docker)
- Run the install command in chat:
/install truth-frist - After installation, invoke the skill by name or use
/truth-frist - Provide required inputs per the skill's parameter spec and get structured output
Version History
v1.5.0
updated to 1.5 version, 100% fit for clawhub skill format
v1.0.1
- Added SECURITY.md to document security policies and best practices.
- Updated README.md with improvements (details not specified).
v1.0.0
# Truth-First
Evidence-first verification for status, config, file contents, actions, connectivity, mounts, and model selection.
## What It Does
**Truth-First** forces the AI to verify claims before answering. Instead of relying on memory or assumptions, it:
1. Lists all claims that need verification
2. Gathers evidence using tools (read, status, grep, logs)
3. Classifies each claim as `Verified`, `Inferred`, or `Unknown`
4. Provides next-step commands for any `Unknown`
5. Cites evidence with paths, line numbers, or command outputs
## Installation
### Option 1: Manual Install
```bash
cd ~/.openclaw/skills
git clone <repo-url> truth-first
```
### Option 2: Via OpenClaw CLI
```bash
openclaw skill install <repo-url>
```
## Usage
The skill is automatically triggered for verification tasks. No manual activation needed.
### Example Prompts
- "Check if the gateway is running properly"
- "Verify my config has the correct model settings"
- "Is the backup file intact?"
- "Can you confirm the service restarted?"
## Response Framework
When Truth-First is active, responses follow this structure:
```
## Claims to Verify
- [ ] Claim 1: ...
- [ ] Claim 2: ...
## Evidence
### Claim 1: Verified ✅
- Source: /path/to/file
- Line 42: `model: kimi-k2.5`
### Claim 2: Unknown ❓
- No direct evidence found
- Next step: `rg -n "setting" ~/.openclaw/openclaw.json`
```
## Files
- `SKILL.md` - Core skill definition
- `agents/openai.yaml` - Agent profile for OpenAI-compatible models
- `references/patterns.md` - Reusable templates and evidence commands
## Requirements
- OpenClaw 2026.2.21 or later
- `ripgrep` (rg) for fast searches
- Standard shell tools (ls, stat, cat)
## License MIT
Metadata
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Truth first?
Evidence-first verification for status, config, file contents, actions, connectivity, mounts, and model selection. Use before answering any such claim. It is an AI Agent Skill for Claude Code / OpenClaw, with 339 downloads so far.
How do I install Truth first?
Run "/install truth-frist" in the OpenClaw or Claude Code chat to install it in one step — no extra setup required.
Is Truth first free?
Yes, Truth first is completely free, licensed under MIT-0. You can download, install and use it at no cost.
Which platforms does Truth first support?
Truth first is cross-platform and runs anywhere OpenClaw / Claude Code is available (cross-platform).
Who created Truth first?
It is built and maintained by royhk920 (@royhk920); the current version is v1.5.0.
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