3 Fun Skills for Hermes: Beyond Work

Discover Hermes: The Open-Source AI That Goes Beyond ChatGPT

You've installed [Hermes](https://decrypt.co/364211/what-is-hermes-open-source-ai-agent-openclaw-competitor) and made it [even more powerful than ChatGPT](https://decrypt.co/366535/you-installed-hermes-make-look-better-chatgpt-claude). Now you're wondering: what can I really do with this AI? While many of [Hermes' abilities](https://decrypt.co/364211/what-is-hermes-open-source-ai-agent-openclaw-competitor) are work-oriented—like automating workflows on GitHub, research pipelines, or operations for developers—the artificial intelligence can also be fun. One of the advantages of AI agents like Hermes is that they can be customized to suit almost any need. Here are three unique abilities you can add to make Hermes even more versatile.

#1 – ZodiacBuddy: Your Astrology Assistant

If you're into astrology, ZodiacBuddy is the perfect ability for you. You can use it to:

Get personalized horoscopes and daily predictions

Learn about zodiac signs, elements, and compatibility

Receive insights into planetary transits and their effects

Discover famous historical figures and celebrities by zodiac sign

For example, you can ask: "What does my horoscope say for today?" "Which zodiac signs are most compatible with a Scorpio?" "What are the key traits of someone born under the sign of Leo?" The ability uses astrological databases and algorithms to provide relevant insights. You can also ask it to compare your sign with that of a partner or friend, or to explain complex astrological concepts in simple terms. To install ZodiacBuddy, copy the SKILL.md file from the [ZodiacBuddy folder](https://github.com/jadtly/GoYou/tree/main/zodiacbuddy) into the `~/.hermes/skills/` directory.

#2 – Antiscammer: The Scammer Who Doesn't Get Away

You know the message: "Hi sweetheart, I need your help to recover my Bitcoin". The inheritance. The job offer that requires a small fee. The security alert from your bank with a link that looks legitimate. The standard advice is: ignore, block, and move on. But the Antiscammer ability has a more creative proposal. It uses Hermes' browser control to flood the scammer with the entire Shrek script (3,679 lines) until they block you. It works on WhatsApp Web, Telegram, and Discord. To install it, copy the SKILL.md file from the [Antiscammer folder](https://github.com/jadtly/GoYou/tree/main/antiscammer) into the `~/.hermes/skills/` directory.

#3 – BookBuddy: Your Reading Assistant

If you love books, BookBuddy is the perfect ability for you. You can use it to:

Get personalized reading recommendations

Create book lists based on genres, authors, or themes

Get book summaries and reviews

Discover famous quotes and literary trivia

For example, you can ask: "What are the best historical novels set in Renaissance Italy?" "Give me five recent sci-fi books with excellent reviews" "Who is the modern author most reminiscent of Gabriel García Márquez's style?" The ability uses updated book databases and recommendation algorithms to suggest relevant reads. You can also ask it to create a reading list for a trip to a particular country or find books that deal with a specific philosophical theme. To install BookBuddy, copy the SKILL.md file from the [BookBuddy folder](https://github.com/jadtly/GoYou/tree/main/bookbuddy) into the `~/.hermes/skills/` directory. These are just some of the abilities you can add to Hermes to make it even more powerful and versatile. Whether you're interested in astrology, scam protection, reading, or other activities, Hermes can be configured to help you in the way you prefer. With a growing community of developers, new abilities are being added regularly. Why not experiment and discover all the amazing things Hermes can do?