What tools does PokeAPI MCP Server provide?
It provides two tools: `pokemon_info` (returns basic Pokémon info) and `pokemon_sprite` (returns a sprite image URL). Both accept a Pokémon name or ID.
PokeAPI MCP Server
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Basic information
About PokeAPI MCP Server
This project is an MCP server built with mcp_rb for retrieving Pokémon information.
PokeAPI MCP Server config
No standard config provided
This server doesn't expose a parseable MCP config block in its README. See the repository for install instructions.
RepositoryPokeAPI MCP Server tools
2`name_or_id` (Pokémon name or ID)
`name_or_id` (Pokémon name or ID)
Overview
What is PokeAPI MCP Server?
PokeAPI MCP Server is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server built with mcp_rb that retrieves Pokémon information from the PokeAPI. It provides a simple interface for Claude to interact with the Pokémon database.
How to use PokeAPI MCP Server?
Install Ruby dependencies with bundle install, then start the server with ruby poke_api.rb. Configure Claude Desktop to point to the server’s poke_api.rb file and enable the pokemon_info and pokemon_sprite tools.
Key features of PokeAPI MCP Server
- Retrieve basic Pokémon information (ID, name, height, weight, types)
- Get Pokémon sprite image URLs
- Fetch random Pokémon data
- Built on the MCP protocol for Claude integration
- Simple command-line server startup
Use cases of PokeAPI MCP Server
- Query a Pokémon’s stats and types by name or ID
- Obtain sprite image URLs for display or analysis
- Discover random Pokémon facts during conversations
Frequently asked questions
What dependencies does PokeAPI MCP Server require?
It requires Ruby, the `mcp` gem, and standard libraries `net/http`, `json`, and `uri`.
How do I configure PokeAPI MCP Server with Claude Desktop?
Add the server to your Claude Desktop config file with command `ruby`, args pointing to the `poke_api.rb` file, and `alwaysAllow` set to `["pokemon_info", "pokemon_sprite"]`.
Does PokeAPI MCP Server store any data locally?
No. The server fetches all data from the remote PokeAPI and does not persist any data locally.
What transport does PokeAPI MCP Server use?
The README does not specify the transport protocol. It is configured to run as a local command via standard input/output in Claude Desktop.
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