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 ## Overview
 
+## Hermes Kanban direct-link contract
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+Whenever a response mentions a Hermes Kanban board, initiative, card, or task, it must include a direct dashboard link in the form `[descriptive board label](<dashboard-public-url>/kanban?board=<board-slug>)`. Resolve the dashboard public URL and exact board slug before reporting; never provide only a board name, slug, card count, “visible cards,” or “available in the dashboard.” If no task-specific deep link exists, link the board and include the exact task ID or title in the same statement. Project-adopted skills must replace this generic form with their verified project board URL.
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 ## Canonical Scope Status Vocabulary
 
 Before reporting or changing any lifecycle status, read the project's current Ways of Working Scope page. Use only the canonical values defined there.