Retro
Retro analyzes text to emulate a vintage writing style – perfect for adding character and authenticity to your content.
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Run in terminal (recommended)
claude mcp add retro npx -- -y @trustedskills/retro
Or manually add to ~/.claude/settings.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"retro": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@trustedskills/retro"
]
}
}
}Requires Claude Code (claude CLI). Run claude --version to verify your install.
About This Skill
What it does
The retro skill enables AI agents to generate retro-style text, such as 80s or 90s-inspired language, nostalgia-driven content, or vintage aesthetics. It can be used to create content that mimics the tone and style of past eras, including slang, formatting, and cultural references.
When to use it
- Creating marketing copy with a nostalgic feel for retro-themed products or events.
- Writing social media posts or captions that evoke 80s or 90s nostalgia.
- Developing content for themed projects like retro gaming, vintage fashion, or classic film reviews.
Key capabilities
- Generates text in the style of past decades (e.g., 1980s, 1990s).
- Incorporates period-appropriate slang and expressions.
- Mimics formatting styles common to older media or technology.
Example prompts
- "Write a product description for a retro video game console using 1980s language."
- "Generate a social media caption in the style of a 1990s teen magazine."
- "Create a nostalgic ad copy for a vintage record player."
Tips & gotchas
- Be specific about which era or style you want to emulate for more accurate results.
- This skill may not be suitable for formal or professional contexts where modern language is expected.
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