tlon

Retrieve Urbit profiles, channels, messages, and ship data via tlon-run.

4|2|Updated Jan 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/tloncorp/tlon-skill --skill tlon
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: tlon
Source: https://github.com/tloncorp/tlon-skill/tree/main
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/tloncorp/tlon-skill --skill tlon

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires @urbit/aura, @urbit/http-api, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This skill provides read-only access to Urbit/Tlon data via OpenClaw, enabling users to retrieve contact profiles, channel lists, message histories, and ship lookups without altering state.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Read profiles, channels, and groups from Urbit/Tlon using the tlon-run tool
  • Fetch message history and perform ship lookups
  • Complement the Tlon channel plugin by enabling safe read-only API access through OpenClaw
  • Use case: a developer audits group memberships and recent channel activity without sending pokes or making changes

Quick Start

Use tlon-run to list groups and fetch recent messages, for example:

  • tlon-run channels groups
  • tlon-run messages channel chat/~host/slug --limit 20

Frequently Asked Questions about tlon

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I read Urbit channel messages without sending pokes or altering state?▼

You can read Urbit channel messages without altering state by using the tlon-run tool, which provides safe read-only access to fetch message histories, profiles, and channel lists via OpenClaw.

What is needed to fetch Urbit profiles and groups via OpenClaw?▼

To fetch Urbit profiles and groups, you need a configured ship and code, the Urbit HTTP API dependencies, and the tlon-run tool to safely perform read operations through OpenClaw.

Can I list Urbit groups and retrieve recent chat history using tlon-run?▼

Yes, you can list Urbit groups and retrieve recent chat history using tlon-run commands like 'tlon-run channels groups' and 'tlon-run messages channel' to fetch read-only data.

Does this OpenClaw skill support writing data or sending pokes to Urbit ships?▼

No, this OpenClaw skill does not support writing data or sending pokes to Urbit ships; it is strictly limited to read-only operations like retrieving contacts, channels, and message histories.

What is the best way to audit Urbit group memberships and channel activity safely?▼

The best way to audit Urbit group memberships and channel activity safely is using the tlon-run tool, which retrieves read-only data via OpenClaw without performing state-changing operations.