Add Discord Channel

Integrate Discord channels into NanoClaw containers for message ingestion and delivery.

Updated Mar 12, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/theowenyoung/nanoclaw --skill add-discord-channel-theowenyoung
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: Add Discord Channel
Source: https://github.com/theowenyoung/nanoclaw/tree/main/.claude/skills/add-discord
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/theowenyoung/nanoclaw --skill add-discord-channel-theowenyoung

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill adds first-class Discord channel support to NanoClaw so agents can receive and send Discord messages securely from isolated containers, removing manual bridging and ad-hoc integrations.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Message Ingestion & Delivery: Captures server and DM messages, delivers them to NanoClaw's message store, and enables agent responses.
  • Mention Translation & Reply Context: Converts Discord mention formats to the assistant trigger format and preserves reply context for accurate conversational flow.
  • Attachments & Limits Handling: Stores attachment placeholders, splits long responses to respect Discord limits, and provides typing indicators and robust error handling.
  • Use Case: Deploy a Discord bot that routes community support messages into NanoClaw agents for automated triage and response while keeping the host environment isolated.

Quick Start

Use the Add Discord Channel skill to apply the code changes, provide a Discord bot token, and register a channel JID to enable message flow.

Frequently Asked Questions about Add Discord Channel

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I integrate a Discord bot to capture and deliver messages into my system?

Discord bot integration captures server and direct messages, delivering them to your internal message store while enabling automated agent responses. It deploys a discord.js bot inside isolated containers to ingest messages, handle attachments, and translate mentions securely.

Do I need a Discord bot token to ingest messages from channels?

Yes, a Discord bot token is required. You must sync the DISCORD_BOT_TOKEN environment variable into your container and include the discord.js dependency during the build process to authenticate the bot and enable message flow.

How does Discord mention translation work for automated agent responses?

Mention translation converts Discord mention formats into the assistant trigger format. This mechanism preserves reply context across servers and direct messages, ensuring conversational flow remains accurate when routing community support messages to agents.

Can I handle file attachments and long messages when routing Discord channel events?

Yes, attachment handling stores placeholders for incoming files, while response processing splits long messages to respect Discord limits. The integration also provides typing indicators and robust error handling for reliable message delivery.

What's the best way to deploy a Discord bot in isolated containers without manual bridging?

Deploying a Discord bot inside isolated containers removes the need for manual bridging and ad-hoc integrations. This approach securely routes community messages into agents for automated triage, keeping the host environment isolated through registered channel metadata.

Why does my Discord channel integration require registered channel metadata?

Registered channel metadata enables accurate message routing across multiple servers and direct messages. By registering a channel identifier, the system ensures messages are correctly delivered to the message store and agent responses are properly contextualized.