Tatsu is a premier social bot designed to maximize user engagement through a global leveling system, pet simulation, and housing features.
Unlike bots like MEE6 that focus on per-server levels, Tatsu operates on a Global Profile.
Users carry their XP, currency (Credits), and pets (Tatsugotchi) across every server that uses Tatsu. This creates a massive, interconnected economy where users are motivated to chat not just for server rank, but to feed their digital pets and decorate their virtual homes.
🐲 History: The Legacy of “Tatsumaki”
- The Veteran: Launched around 2015-2016 as “Tatsumaki,” it is one of the oldest and most trusted bots on Discord.
- The Pioneer: It pioneered the concept of visual Rank Cards and Profile Cards, setting the aesthetic standard for modern Discord bots.
- Rebranding: In 2020, it rebranded to Tatsu to unify its identity as a social RPG platform rather than just a utility tool.
⚙️ Core Mechanics: Global vs. Server
Understanding the two XP systems is crucial.
1. Global XP (The Profile)
This accumulates across all Tatsu servers.
- Purpose: Increases your Global Level, unlocks profile badges, and earns Credits for the global shop.
2. Server Score (The Rank)
This is specific to your server.
- Purpose: Determines the server leaderboard ranking and unlocks Server Roles (e.g., Level 10 = “Regular”).
🐾 Key Feature: Tatsugotchi (The Digital Pet)
Tatsu’s killer feature is Tatsugotchi, a Tamagotchi-inspired game built into Discord.
🏠 Housing
Users get a customizable house.
- Furniture: Buy beds, chairs, and plants from the global shop using Credits.
- Edit Mode: You can arrange furniture pixel-by-pixel to create a unique room.
- Social: Use t!house @User to visit friends and rate their designs.
🐶 Pet Care
You can adopt pets (Cats, Dogs, Slimes, etc.).
- Stats: Fullness, Dirtiness, Affection, Fatigue.
- Care: You must use t!tg feed and t!tg clean regularly. Neglected pets used to run away (mechanics vary by update), encouraging daily activity.
- Field Trips: Send pets on adventures to find rare items.
💻 Essential Command List
The default prefix is t! (e.g., t!profile).
👤 Social & Profile
| Command | Description |
| t!profile | Displays your global profile card. |
| t!rank | Shows your rank in the current server. |
| t!daily | Crucial. Claims daily credits and streaks. |
| t!rep @User | Gives a reputation point to a friend (24h cooldown). |
🐾 Tatsugotchi
| Command | Description |
| t!tg | Checks your pet’s status. |
| t!tg feed | Feeds your pet. |
| t!tg clean | Cleans your pet. |
| t!house | Displays your house image. |
| t!store | Opens the shop to buy furniture/items. |
🛠️ Admin
| Command | Description |
| t!dashboard | Generates a link to the Web Dashboard. |
| t!settings | Checks server configuration. |
🚀 Setup Tutorial: Engagement Boost
Step 1: Invite & Dashboard
Invite Tatsu from tatsu.gg. Type t!dashboard to access the control panel.
Step 2: Configure Level-Up Messages
Important: By default, Tatsu posts “Level Up!” messages in the chat channel. This can be spammy.
- Fix: Go to Notifications in the dashboard. Change the setting to “DM User” or redirect it to a specific #level-ups channel.
Step 3: Set Up Role Rewards
Give users a reason to chat.
- Go to Role Rewards.
- Add a rule: “Reach Score 5,000 -> Give Role @Veteran”.
- Check Hierarchy: Ensure the Tatsu bot role is physically above the @Veteran role in your server settings.
❓ FAQ: Common Questions
Q: Where is my pet?
A: Check your Mail.
If you are new, type t!mail. You should have a Starter Capsule. Type t!open to receive your first pet.
Q: My rank reset to Level 1?
A: Server vs. Global.
You joined a new server. Your Server Score starts at 0, but your Global Profile (and pet/house) remains intact.
Q: How do I get Credits fast?
A: t!daily and Voting.
Chatting earns very few credits. The real money is in the daily streak (t!daily) and voting for the bot (t!vote), which gives Lootboxes containing rare items or currency.
Q: Can I edit my house on mobile?
A: It’s hard.
The t!house edit command uses a text-based coordinate system. It is much easier to manage housing via the Web Dashboard if available, or on a desktop where you can see the grid clearly.
Q: Is it Pay-to-Win?
A: Pay-to-Decorate.
Real money (Tokens) buys Supporter perks (more XP) and exclusive furniture/backgrounds. However, the core chat and pet mechanics are free.
🌟 Admin Tip: The “Retention” Machine
Tatsu is the best bot for Retention.
If a user stops chatting, they might forget the server. But if they have a pet that needs feeding, they will come back daily.
- Strategy: Create a channel named #tatsu-playground for pet commands. This keeps your main chat clean while giving users a space to grind and care for their Tatsugotchi.
Next Step for You: Invite Tatsu, type t!mail to get your starter pet, and name it something cute!