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gc-mail

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Sending and reading messages between agents

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  2. Copy the prompt below and paste it into your agent.
  3. Review the proposed files and risks before you approve installation.
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Source SKILL.md: https://github.com/gastownhall/gascity/blob/HEAD/internal/bootstrap/packs/core/skills/gc-mail/SKILL.md

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First, summarize what it does, its dependencies, license status if identifiable, and any risks. Show the exact files you propose to add under .agents/skills/gc-mail/. Do not write files or run scripts until I approve.

After I approve, install the complete skill folder, including required referenced files, into that project location. Verify it is discoverable, then tell me its actual invocation name and how to use it. Do not claim it is installed until you have verified it.

Copying this prompt does not install or run the skill. Review third-party files before use. Codex skill guide

Messaging (Mail)

Mail is bead-based messaging between agents. Messages are beads with type=message, stored in the bead store.

Sending

gc mail send <to> -m "message body"                    # Send a message
gc mail send <to> -s "Subject" -m "message body"       # Send with subject
gc mail reply <id> -m "reply body"                     # Reply to a message
gc mail reply <id> -s "Re: topic" -m "reply body"      # Reply with subject

Reading

gc mail inbox                          # List unread messages
gc mail count                          # Count unread messages
gc mail peek <id>                      # Preview a message without marking read
gc mail read <id>                      # Read a message (marks as read)
gc mail thread <id>                    # Show full conversation thread

Managing

gc mail archive <id>                   # Archive a message
gc mail mark-read <id>                 # Mark as read without displaying
gc mail mark-unread <id>              # Mark as unread
gc mail delete <id>                    # Delete a message
gc mail check                          # Check for new mail (used in hooks)