It's possible but not common to run a friendly bot that is fun or useful to players. Friendly bots have to be authorized by the "Group Holding Power" before they may connect to the server. Like TMW, friendly bots should be free software.

List of active authorized bots

• ManaMarket

Stands in the General Store in Hurnscald. Allows players to purchase items added by other players for sale.

• AuctionBot

Stands in the General Store in Hurnscald. It is designed to be as fair as possible, and offers nice options to players.

• guild

Sits in the theatre. It is used as a relay for guild chat. In order to use it you have to be invited to an existing guild. Ask Jero for more information.

List of inactive authorized bots

• Confused Tree

Sits in Hurnscald responding to certain words or smilies with smilies.

• Tradebot

Stands in the General Store in Hurnscald. Allows players to purchase items added by other players for sale.