Frequently Asked Questions

Q: The bot's not responding to any commands, why?

A: The bot only has access to private channels, not public ones. Make a private channel, invite the bot (/invite @chatandslash), and then try starting the game (/chatandslash).

Q: Okay, the game’s started. What do I do?

A: Chat & Slash is a classic text-based RPG, though updated a little to be able to take advantage of some of Slack’s modern UI features, like buttons, dropdowns, and dialogs. Use the buttons to explore the world, get in fights, and follow the story. To start, there’s a Green Dragon in the nearby town that’s been upsetting the local population. Head into the woods and start your investigation!

Q: Whoof, there’s a lot of numbers and acronyms. What are HP, MP, AP, XP, and SP?

A: Yeah, you’re not wrong. Many of these will be familiar to old-school RPG veterans, but if you’re new, they can get very confusing. One of the unfortunate limitations of the medium is a heavy reliance on short-forms and acronyms, but hopefully once you learn them, it’ll become second-nature to you. To help, here’s a list of definitions: