100 Social-First MUD Play resources for MUD players

Implement a parser that substitutes tokens like %target or %self with object references. Reference PennMUSH pemit and oemit functions for targeting logic.

Store last 50 messages per channel with ANSI codes intact for history replay on join. Use ring buffers to prevent memory bloat.

Enforce strict namespace separation; prevent IC commands (say, emote) from executing on OOC channels and vice versa via command table flags.

For IC languages, apply scrambling algorithms based on listener's skill level. See CoffeeMUD Language class implementation. https://coffeemud.net/

Use Socket.io or native WS to push channel messages to web clients instantly. Avoid polling intervals greater than 2s.

Allow soft-coded socials via alias table pointing to script files (e.g., Lua or Python in Evennia). https://www.evennia.com/

Hook into idle timers; auto-reply to tells with custom message if idle exceeds 5 minutes.

Implement channel mute player duration using temporary ban lists stored in Redis or flat files.

Support pose targeting multiple players with syntax parsing into a single emote string (e.g., @pose targets Player1 and Player2).

Separate table for socials versus combat logs to aid moderation without exposing sensitive RP content.

Integrate with Grapevine Haus API for inter-MUD OOC channels using their JSON protocol. https://grapevine.haus/

Update who list with AFK or Busy flags in real-time via event-driven architecture rather than polling.

Store mail in individual player directories (data/mail/player_id/) with timestamp headers. Reference TinyMUX mail system.

Use SQLite or flat files with expiry timestamps. Threads lock after 30 days of inactivity configurable via @config.

Implement room cloning with ownership flags. Allow @desc editing within owned rooms only. See Evennia ContribRoom tutorial.

Allow drop note items that save to disk with text content, readable by anyone until expiry.

Hierarchical permissions for editing shared spaces; store in SQL table linking player IDs to room IDs.

Auto-move new players to guest lounge; trigger NPC greeter with say and give commands upon entry.

Queue tells sent to offline players; deliver on next login via login hook.

Library system allowing players to write multi-page objects saved to DB; use string compression for text content.

Room parent objects check for local board messages on entry; display if unread since last visit.

Mechanical keys that can be lent with expiry timers or copied with cost; log all key transfers.

Daily cron job deducting currency from housing owner; eviction on bankruptcy to prevent database bloat.

Allow players to set semi-permanent descriptions in public RP spots that reset after 24 hours via scheduler.

Float values per faction stored in SQL; visible via fame command. Affects NPC prices and reactions.

Mentor player establishes link; XP bonus calculated on kill splits via grouping logic.

Store partner ID in player object; provide shared channel or teleport-to-partner command with cooldown.

Leader-based invites; shared group chat channel groupsay auto-created on formation.

If using classes, Bards receive plus 10 percent to persuasion rolls; visible in score sheet.

Array of trusted player IDs allowed to pick up items or edit descriptions in your housing.

Filter all channels, tells, and emotes from ignored player IDs at server level, not client.

Command who idle less-than 5 filters out AFK players; who rp flags players in RP rooms only.

Separate from ignore; used by combat system to auto-target or warn.

NPCs check player reputation on say or emote entry; alter dialogue tree or flee or attack.

Track attendance at player-run events via event checkin command; award cosmetic badges.

Notify on friend login or logout via notify flag; respect quiet flag for stealth logins.

Post IC channel messages to Discord via webhook URL; use rate limiting max 1 message per 5 seconds. https://discord.com/developers/docs/resources/webhook

Bridge OOC channels to IRC using irc-framework Node.js library; support SASL authentication.

HTTP endpoint /api/who returning player count, names, idle times for website widgets. Cache for 30 seconds.

Generate .ics files from in-game event DB for Google Calendar import; update via cron.

Read-only web page pulling player descriptions and public stats from game DB via REST API.

Shared auth token between MUD and phpBB or NodeBB; validate session on login.

Mirror admin channels to Slack for out-of-game coordination using incoming webhooks.

Auto-post scheduled RP events to Twitter API v2 on event create command.

HTML5 client rendering player names as clickable span elements triggering tell or look or invite popups.

Custom bot querying game's JSON API to display online count in server widget.

Distribute social UI triggers via Mudlet mpkg; include clickable numpad for emotes. https://www.mudlet.org/