OpenClaw + Lobster Shell
The brain and the face.
OpenClaw is a powerful open-source agent runtime that handles reasoning, tools, and memory. Lobster Shell is the presentation layer that turns that power into a polished, public-facing experience.
The runtime
What is OpenClaw?
OpenClaw is an open-source agent framework for building AI bots. It handles the hard parts — LLM orchestration, tool calling, memory, and conversation management.
The experience
What is Lobster Shell?
Lobster Shell is the presentation layer for your OpenClaw bot. It adds visual identity, voice, video, and a polished UX that makes your agent approachable and shareable.
Architecture
How they connect
The Lobster Shell plugin runs inside your OpenClaw container and bridges your agent to the cloud via a real-time WebSocket connection.
Zero agent changes
The plugin hooks into OpenClaw's event system. Your agent code stays untouched.
Real-time bridge
Messages flow instantly between your agent and the browser via a real-time WebSocket bridge.
Secure by default
OAuth 2.1 with PKCE. Per-tenant isolation. Encrypted connections throughout.
Who is it for
Who should use Lobster Shell?
Getting started
Live in under five minutes
Install the plugin
One command to add Lobster Shell to your OpenClaw instance.
Authenticate
Visit the setup URL and connect with your Lobster Shell account via OAuth.
Pick a shell
Choose an avatar persona from the marketplace or create your own.
Start talking
Open your shell and chat via text, voice, or live video.
Ready to give your bot a face?
Connect your OpenClaw instance and go live with a custom shell in under five minutes.