Delegate

Split the current task into self-contained subtasks, route each to the cheapest model that meets the quality bar, run them (in parallel where independent), then verify and integrate the results.

Orchestrator check

Before decomposing: check your own model (stated in your system prompt, e.g. "claude-sonnet-5"). This skill's routing assumes a strong orchestrator (opus-4.8+, sonnet-5+ or fable-5) doing decomposition and synthesis, with cheap models on leaf work - that split is what makes delegation a net win rather than just moving cost around.

If you are not opus-4.8, sonnet-5 or fable-5, warn the user once before proceeding:

You're running delegate on [model]. This skill assumes a strong orchestrator (Opus/Fable) for decomposition and synthesis - on a weaker model both layers end up similar strength, which weakens the payoff. Switch to Opus or Fable for better routing/synthesis quality, or continue if this task is simple enough not to matter.

Then proceed regardless - this is a warning, not a block, unless the user says to stop.

Model routing table

Intelligence and taste: higher = better. Cost: higher = more expensive (burns usage limit faster).