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How to Set Up Party Mode How to set up and use Party Mode for multi-agent collaboration

Use Party Mode to orchestrate dynamic multi-agent conversations with your entire BMad team.

When to Use This

  • Exploring complex topics that benefit from diverse expert perspectives
  • Brainstorming with agents who can build on each other's ideas
  • Getting comprehensive views across multiple domains
  • Strategic decisions with trade-offs

:::note[Prerequisites]

  • BMad Method installed with multiple agents
  • Any agent loaded that supports party mode :::

Steps

1. Load Any Agent

Start with any agent that supports party mode (most do).

2. Start Party Mode

*party-mode

Or use the full path:

/bmad:core:workflows:party-mode

3. Introduce Your Topic

Present a topic or question for the group to discuss:

I'm trying to decide between a monolithic architecture
and microservices for our new platform.

4. Engage with the Discussion

The facilitator will:

  • Select 2-3 most relevant agents based on expertise
  • Let agents respond in character
  • Enable natural cross-talk and debate
  • Continue until you choose to exit

5. Exit When Ready

Type "exit" or "done" to conclude the session. Participating agents will say personalized farewells.

What Happens

  1. Agent Roster — Party Mode loads your complete agent roster
  2. Introduction — Available team members are introduced
  3. Topic Analysis — The facilitator analyzes your topic
  4. Agent Selection — 2-3 most relevant agents are selected
  5. Discussion — Agents respond, reference each other, engage in cross-talk
  6. Exit — Session concludes with farewells

Example Party Compositions

Topic Typical Agents
Product Strategy PM + Innovation Strategist (CIS) + Analyst
Technical Design Architect + Creative Problem Solver (CIS) + Game Architect
User Experience UX Designer + Design Thinking Coach (CIS) + Storyteller (CIS)
Quality Assessment TEA + DEV + Architect

Key Features

  • Intelligent agent selection — Selects based on expertise needed
  • Authentic personalities — Each agent maintains their unique voice
  • Natural cross-talk — Agents reference and build on each other
  • Optional TTS — Voice configurations for each agent
  • Graceful exit — Personalized farewells

Tips

  • Be specific about your topic — Better agent selection
  • Let the conversation flow — Don't over-direct
  • Ask follow-up questions — Go deeper on interesting points
  • Take notes on key insights — Capture valuable perspectives
  • Use for strategic decisions — Not routine tasks