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+---
+name: Task
+about: Create a new task for an agent
+title: 'TASK: '
+labels:
+ - type:task
+- agent:kalaiko
+- workflow:ready
+- priority:medium
+---
+
+# Description
+What needs to be done?
+
+
+# Why
+Why is this task important?
+
+
+# Acceptance Criteria
+- [ ] Criterion 1
+- [ ] Criterion 2
+- [ ] Criterion 3
+
+
+# Assignee
+Which agent should own this? (add label `agent:<NAME>`)
+
+
+# Dependencies
+Any tasks that must be completed first? (use `gitea-robot add-dep`)
+
+
+# Handoff Protocol
+When done, comment with:
+- What was completed
+- What's next
+- Any blockers