request_assistance
Escalate complex issues
How to use it
request_assistance is exposed by the Agent MCP MCP server. Add the server to your MCP client (Claude Desktop, Cursor, Windsurf and others), and the request_assistance tool becomes available to the model automatically. See the full listing for setup details and every tool this server provides.
Install Agent MCP
npm install -g agent-mcp-nodeOther tools in Agent MCP (11)
Query the persistent knowledge graph
Delegate work to specific agents
Send updates to all agents
Spawn specialized agents (backend, frontend, testing, etc.)
View all active agents and their status
Direct messaging between agents
Safely shut down agents
Add architectural decisions and patterns
Track completion and blockers
Access stored project information
Monitor task progress and dependencies