Image Batch Runner Use When - Persona, concept, or shot inputs already exist and the next step is a hosted image generation or reference-based edit run. - The output must include local image files plus durable request, response, and manifest records for later QA or video rendering. Do Not Use When - The task belongs to ideation, QA, or another released skill listed in the handoff section. - Required inputs are missing and guessing would change the result. - Creative classification, model/reference policy, or storyboard logic is still unresolved. Use first. Execution Boundary - Hosted image ge…