path-one-host-outline
Purpose
Explain Path 1 host surfaces without implying any host replaces the Blender-side Lab MCP installation.
Quick start
- confirm Blender 5.1+ target
- choose host category using
references/connector-vs-manual-matrix.md - apply reminders from
references/lab-addon-reminders.md - emit checklist
references/host-checklist-template.md
When to use
- user on Claude Desktop asking about Connector
- coding agent needs generic MCP JSON/YAML pattern for Lab MCP
- comparing "tutorial path" vs "bring your own client"
When not to use
- Path 2 community bridge specifics (
docs/unofficial-runtime-bridges.md) - CLI appendix batch planning
- readiness probing without host context
Trigger phrases
- "Connector vs Cursor MCP"
- "how do I host Lab MCP"
- "Claude Desktop blender setup"
- "manual MCP for Path 1"
Prerequisites / readiness
- user acknowledges Blender-side add-on requirement
Input schema
Required inputs
| Input | Why it is required |
|---|---|
| Host product name | Select matrix row |
| Blender version plan | Confirms Path 1 viability |
Optional inputs
| Input | Use |
|---|---|
| OS | Install nuance pointers |
Output schema
Primary output
- host-specific outline (not executable code dump — point to install docs)
- explicit Lab MCP add-on prerequisite line
Evidence / caveat output
Runtime status: Not Run | Attempted | Produced | Verified | Failed | Blocked / Not Run
Artifact status: Not Run | Not Produced | Produced | Verified | Failed
Evidence used: <doc references>
Limitations: <unknown host version>
Required laws
../../laws/evidence-before-done.md../../laws/non-blender-user-language.md../../laws/no-arbitrary-python-interface.md../../laws/official-runtime-only.md
Official runtime boundary
Outline only. Path 1 == Blender Lab MCP inside Blender plus MCP server wiring from a host. Anthropic Blender Connector can be host (a); any configured MCP client can be host (b) — Connector is not standalone. Path 2 (ahujasid/blender-mcp) is out of scope here.
Operating procedure
- Verify Path 1 versioning gate.
- Pick host row.
- Emit checklist with links to
docs/install/claude-desktop.mdvs other install targets.
Mode handling
Text-only mode
References only; no credential paths.
Runtime-ready mode
Suggest pairing with official-runtime-readiness-checker.
Blocked runtime mode
Still explain host conceptual split.
Validation checklist
- Lab add-on mentioned as Blender-side requirement
- Connector not standalone phrasing present when Connector discussed
- Host (a)/(b) framing used
Pass / Warn / Fail rubric
| Verdict | Criteria |
|---|---|
| Pass | Correct prerequisite ordering |
| Warn | Host version uncertain |
| Fail | Implies Connector installs Blender internals automatically |
Cross-skill handoff
- Path decision →
../runtime-path-picker/SKILL.md - Install depth →
../official-runtime-setup-guide/SKILL.md - Bridge confusion →
../runtime-bridge-conflict-resolver/SKILL.md
References
references/connector-vs-manual-matrix.mdreferences/lab-addon-reminders.mdreferences/host-checklist-template.md../../docs/install/claude-desktop.md