DWBots:Relay Network

🔁 DWBots: Relay Bots

Relay Bots are specialized bots used to link multiple IRC channels across networks or servers. They allow seamless message forwarding, synchronized communication, and multi-network bridging.

Relay Bots on the DarkWorld Network ensure stability, security, and high-performance message routing.

📌 What Are Relay Bots?

Relay bots provide:

• Cross-network message mirroring
• Multi-channel synchronization
• Joins, parts, quits, and nick-change forwarding
• /me action forwarding
• Optional network or channel tags
• Loop protection
• Flood control
• Color/format filtering (configurable by staff)

Common use cases:

• Multi-language communities
• Cross-project coordination
• Shared support channels
• Network partnerships
• Channel merging

🔗 DWRelay (Official Relay System)

DWRelay is the official relay system maintained by DarkWorld Network. It bridges channels across different IRC networks for cross-network communication.

Active Networks Supported:

• DarkWorld
• DalNet
• Undernet
• QuakeNet
• Libera.Chat
• TechNet
• Rizon

Request a relay:

• Join #DWBots
• Or email: ✉️ dwbots@darkworld.network

Relay setup includes:

• One-way or two-way relaying
• Optional formatting tags
• Relay bot identity customization
• Support for private or public channels

🔧 Relay Bot Features

• Message forwarding (user → user)
• Cross-network join/part mirroring
• Nick tracking
• Action forwarding (/me)
• Loop protection
• Optional:

 * Color formatting
 * Bot filtering
 * Channel prefix tags
 * Logging  
 * Muted relay (receive-only)

📝 How to Request a Relay Bot

Relay bots require staff verification.

• Join #DWBots on the network
• Provide:

  * Source channel  
  * Destination channel(s)  
  * Networks involved  
  * Direction (two-way or one-way)  
  * Purpose of the relay  

• Staff will check network policy, permissions, and stability
• Relay is configured by Staff.

Relays are denied for:

• Spam
• Botnets
• Excessively high-traffic channels
• Networks that forbid relays

⚠️ Rules & Restrictions

To keep relays safe:

• No abusive relay usage
• Do not modify relay bot settings
• No forcing relays between hostile networks
• Only staff may disable/reset relay configurations
• Staff may remove relays without notice if misuse occurs

🧭 Tips

• Use SSL on all networks for stability
• Avoid many bots inside relayed channels
• Keep both channel sides consistent with modes (+nrt)
• You can request formatting removal if preferred

See also: DWBots • DWBots:Channel Bots • DWBouncers • BotServ

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📅 Last Updated: 2025-11-20 • Content licensed under CC-BY-SA 4.0 unless otherwise noted.