broam

Broam is a scripting language designed for automating tasks in the text-based multi-user dungeon (MUD) game community. It was created by Andrew Molitor in 1994 and is an acronym for "Broam's Object-Oriented Automator for MUDs." The language is specifically tailored for use within MUD clients, allowing users to write scripts that can interact with the game environment, perform repetitive tasks, and enhance the overall gaming experience.

Broam scripts are written in a simple, easy-to-learn syntax that resembles a combination of C and Perl. They are typically used to automate actions such as combat, trading, and quest completion. The language supports variables, loops, conditionals, and functions, making it a powerful tool for advanced users. Broam scripts are executed by the MUD client, which interprets the script and sends the appropriate commands to the game server.

One of the key features of Broam is its ability to handle regular expressions, which allows for complex pattern matching and text manipulation. This makes it particularly useful for parsing game output and making decisions based on the content of the game messages. Broam also supports triggers, which are scripts that are executed when certain patterns are matched in the game output.

Broam has been widely adopted within the MUD community and is supported by many popular MUD clients, including TinTin++, CMUD, and ZMUD. The language has a dedicated user base and a wealth of community-contributed scripts and tutorials, making it accessible to both beginners and experienced users. Despite its age, Broam remains a relevant and useful tool for MUD enthusiasts, offering a powerful and flexible way to automate and enhance their gaming experience.