Option Pool Simulator Connector for AI agents.
3 live capabilities
Model VC equity dilution and protect your ownership during funding rounds.
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Why people use Option Pool Simulator
Option Pool Shuffle Simulator for VC Term Sheet Analysis
This Connector changes that by doing the math for you instantly. You just tell your agent the deal terms, and it gives you a clear comparison of the dilution. You get the exact numbers you need to show up to your next meeting prepared.
What Vinkius changes
That you get a clear, data-backed comparison of how different pool structures impact your actual ownership.
Use it from Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor or another AI client you already have.
One account · 6,100+ Connectors
- Real-world use case 01
Negotiating a VC term sheet
A founder asks the agent to compare a 10% pool in a pre-money vs post-money setup to see how much equity they'd lose.
- Real-world use case 02
VC due diligence check
An associate uses the capability to see how a post-money pool affects the founder's remaining stake at a specific valuation.
- Real-world use case 03
Cap table what-if analysis
A manager runs multiple scenarios to see how different investment amounts and pool sizes change the final ownership.
Complete set · 3capabilities
The complete Option Pool Simulator capability set.
These are the exact actions your AI can choose when you ask it to work with Option Pool Simulator.
01—03
3 capabilities in this set.
Part of 3 available through Option Pool Simulator.
- 01 Capability
Compute post money scenario
Calculates your ownership percentage when the option pool is created after the investment. This shows you the high-end dilution cost.
- 02 Capability
Compare shuffle impact
Shows the exact difference between pre-money and post-money pool scenarios. It gives you the precise percentage and dollar amount lost in the shuffle.
- 03 Capability
Compute pre money scenario
Determines your ownership when the option pool is included in the pre-money valuation. Use this to see a more founder-friendly equity split.
Set up in minutes
One URL. Then ask Option Pool Simulator to work.
Claude and ChatGPT only need the Connector URL. Copy it once, add it in settings, and use Option Pool Simulator from the conversation.
Choose your client
Live previewAdvanced clients IDE · CLI
Claude · Web + desktop
Connector URL · ready to paste
Streamable HTTPhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_4eeMcuYQFfvfWh1iMrFV3q8SLcGHaZyWbtJPjpam/mcp - Step 01
Open Connectors
In Claude Web or Claude Desktop, open Settings and choose Connectors.
- Step 02
Add the URL
Choose Add custom connector, name it Option Pool Simulator, and paste the URL above.
- Step 03
Turn it on in chat
Select +, open Connectors, and enable Option Pool Simulator for the conversation.
ChatGPT · Web + desktop
Connector URL · ready to paste
Streamable HTTPhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_4eeMcuYQFfvfWh1iMrFV3q8SLcGHaZyWbtJPjpam/mcp - Step 01
Open MCP settings
On desktop, open Settings and MCP servers. On web, open your workspace app or connector settings.
- Step 02
Add the URL
Choose Add server with Streamable HTTP, or create a custom MCP app, then paste the Option Pool Simulator URL.
- Step 03
Save and start
Save the connection and enable Option Pool Simulator in your conversation. Desktop may ask you to restart once.
Cursor · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"option-pool-shuffle-simulator": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_4eeMcuYQFfvfWh1iMrFV3q8SLcGHaZyWbtJPjpam/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Open MCP Settings
Press Cmd+Shift+P (macOS) or Ctrl+Shift+P (Windows/Linux) → search "MCP Settings"
- Step 02
Add the server config
Paste the JSON configuration above into the mcp.json file that opens
- Step 03
Save the file
Cursor will automatically detect the new Connector
- Step 04
Start using Option Pool Simulator
Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using Option Pool Simulator, help me...". 3 tools available
VS Code Copilot · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"option-pool-shuffle-simulator": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_4eeMcuYQFfvfWh1iMrFV3q8SLcGHaZyWbtJPjpam/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Create MCP config
Create a .vscode/mcp.json file in your project root
- Step 02
Add the server config
Paste the JSON configuration above
- Step 03
Enable Agent mode
Open GitHub Copilot Chat and switch to Agent mode using the dropdown
- Step 04
Start using Option Pool Simulator
Ask Copilot: "Using Option Pool Simulator, help me...". 3 tools available
Windsurf · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"option-pool-shuffle-simulator": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_4eeMcuYQFfvfWh1iMrFV3q8SLcGHaZyWbtJPjpam/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Open MCP Settings
Go to Settings → MCP Configuration or press Cmd+Shift+P and search "MCP"
- Step 02
Add the server
Paste the JSON configuration above into mcp_config.json
- Step 03
Save and reload
Windsurf will detect the new server automatically
- Step 04
Start using Option Pool Simulator
Open Cascade and ask: "Using Option Pool Simulator, help me...". 3 tools available
Cline · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"option-pool-shuffle-simulator": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_4eeMcuYQFfvfWh1iMrFV3q8SLcGHaZyWbtJPjpam/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Open Cline MCP Settings
Click the Connectors icon in the Cline sidebar panel
- Step 02
Add remote server
Click "Add Connector" and paste the configuration above
- Step 03
Enable the server
Toggle the server switch to ON
- Step 04
Start using Option Pool Simulator
Ask Cline: "Using Option Pool Simulator, help me...". 3 tools available
Claude Code · Terminal command
Advanced setup
claude mcp add option-pool-shuffle-simulator --transport http "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_4eeMcuYQFfvfWh1iMrFV3q8SLcGHaZyWbtJPjpam/mcp"- Step 01
Install Claude Code
Run npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code if not already installed
- Step 02
Add the Connector
Run the command above in your terminal
- Step 03
Verify the connection
Run claude mcp to list connected servers, or type /mcp inside a session
- Step 04
Start using Option Pool Simulator
Ask Claude: "Using Option Pool Simulator, show me...". 3 tools are ready
Where the request belongs
Work Option Pool Simulator can move forward.
This is for founders who are tired of being blindsided by hidden dilution, VC lawyers who need to quickly model term sheets, and cap table managers who want to run accurate what-if scenarios.
Startup Founder
Uses this to see the real cost of a VC's 'post-money' request during a term sheet negotiation.
VC Associate
Runs quick checks on how different pool structures will affect a startup's cap table during due diligence.
Cap Table Manager
Models multiple funding scenarios to show the board the impact of various equity structures.
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Before you connect
Questions about Option Pool Simulator.
The practical details behind the request, access and result.
Does the Option Pool Shuffle Simulator help me see how much equity I lose?
Yes. It calculates the exact percentage of the company you give up based on different pool timings. This helps you see the real cost of a VC's request before you agree to it.
What is an option pool shuffle?
It's when an investor wants the employee option pool to come out of the pre-money valuation. This Connector shows you the cost of that specific move so you can negotiate better.
Can I use Option Pool Shuffle Simulator for different investment amounts?
Yes. You can plug in any valuation or investment size to see how it changes your cap table and your personal ownership percentage.
How does the Option Pool Shuffle Simulator help in VC negotiations?
It gives you the exact dollar amount of equity lost. You can use that number to push back on a VC's demands and show them the concrete impact of their terms.
Is this for pre-money or post-money pools?
It does both. You can run both scenarios side-by-side to see the difference in your ownership and use that data to make a more informed decision.
Can I use this to check my current cap table?
This capability is for modeling scenarios. It doesn't manage your live cap table, but it helps you plan future rounds and understand the impact of potential new deals.
What is the Option Pool Shuffle?
It is a negotiation point regarding whether an Employee Stock Option Pool (ESOP) is created before or after an investment round, which significantly impacts founder dilution.
How can I see the monetary impact of dilution?
Use the compare_shuffle_impact capability by providing results from both pre-money and post-money scenarios to calculate the dollar value lost.
Does this capability require any API keys?
No, this capability is completely standalone and works through Vinkius Edge without requiring external credentials.
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