base-traderAutonomous crypto trading on Base via Bankr. Use for trading tokens, monitoring launches, executing strategies, or managing a trading portfolio. Triggers on "trade", "buy", "sell", "launch", "snipe", "profit", "PnL", "portfolio balance", or any crypto trading task on Base.
Install via ClawdBot CLI:
clawdbot install sp0oby/base-traderAutonomous trading system for Base chain via Bankr API.
"The market is a machine for transferring wealth from the impatient to the patient."
This skill prioritizes capital preservation over aggressive gains. Every trade has defined risk parameters. No YOLO.
~/.clawdbot/skills/bankr/config.jsonbankr.sh "What is my wallet address?"MAX_POSITION_SIZE = 10% of portfolio
MAX_SINGLE_TRADE = $50 USD
STOP_LOSS = -15% from entry
TAKE_PROFIT = +30% minimum target
MAX_DAILY_LOSS = -20% of starting balance
If daily loss limit hit ā STOP TRADING FOR 24 HOURS.
Before ANY buy:
Take Profit (scale out):
Stop Loss:
Monitor new token launches, enter early with small size.
# Check trending/new tokens
scripts/bankr.sh "What tokens are trending on Base?"
# Research before buying
scripts/bankr.sh "What's the liquidity for TOKEN on Base?"
# Small entry
scripts/bankr.sh "Buy $20 of TOKEN on Base"
Rules:
Trade established tokens showing strength.
Entry signals:
# Check momentum
scripts/bankr.sh "Do technical analysis on TOKEN"
# Enter with limit order
scripts/bankr.sh "Buy $30 of TOKEN if price drops to X"
Steady accumulation of proven tokens.
# Weekly DCA
scripts/bankr.sh "DCA $20 into ETH every week on Base"
scripts/bankr.sh "DCA $10 into USDC every week on Base"
~/clawd/skills/bankr/scripts/bankr.sh "Show my portfolio on Base"
~/clawd/skills/bankr/scripts/bankr.sh "Buy $25 of TOKEN on Base"
~/clawd/skills/bankr/scripts/bankr.sh "Set stop loss for TOKEN at -15%"
~/clawd/skills/bankr/scripts/bankr.sh "What's the price of TOKEN on Base?"
Log every trade to data/trades.json:
{
"timestamp": "2026-01-28T12:00:00Z",
"action": "BUY",
"token": "TOKEN",
"amount_usd": 25,
"price": 0.001,
"reason": "Launch snipe - verified contract, good liquidity",
"tx": "0x..."
}
After each trade, update the journal. Review weekly for pattern analysis.
Track in data/performance.json:
{
"start_date": "2026-01-28",
"starting_balance_usd": 100,
"current_balance_usd": 100,
"total_trades": 0,
"winning_trades": 0,
"losing_trades": 0,
"win_rate": 0,
"total_pnl_usd": 0,
"best_trade": null,
"worst_trade": null
}
If ANY of these occur, STOP ALL TRADING:
Wait 24 hours, reassess, then resume with smaller size.
When running autonomously (via cron or heartbeat):
# Morning
~/clawd/skills/bankr/scripts/bankr.sh "Show my portfolio on Base"
~/clawd/skills/bankr/scripts/bankr.sh "What tokens are trending on Base?"
# Execute trade
~/clawd/skills/bankr/scripts/bankr.sh "Buy $25 of TOKEN on Base"
# Set protection
~/clawd/skills/bankr/scripts/bankr.sh "Set stop loss for TOKEN at -15%"
# Take profit
~/clawd/skills/bankr/scripts/bankr.sh "Sell 25% of my TOKEN on Base"
"The goal is not to make money on every trade. The goal is to be profitable over time."
Generated Mar 1, 2026
A retail investor uses the Base Trader skill to autonomously manage a small crypto portfolio on Base, implementing DCA strategies for blue-chip tokens like ETH and USDC while adhering to strict risk management rules. The skill automatically executes trades, sets stop losses, and logs all activities, allowing the user to focus on other tasks while maintaining capital preservation.
A crypto enthusiast employs the skill to monitor and snipe new token launches on Base, using the Launch Sniper strategy with small, high-risk entries. The skill checks for liquidity, contract verification, and scam indicators before executing trades, helping the user capitalize on early opportunities while minimizing exposure to rug pulls.
A day trader utilizes the Base Trader skill to identify and trade established tokens on Base showing momentum signals, such as price above moving averages and increasing volume. The skill executes limit orders and adjusts stop losses based on predefined exit rules, enabling systematic trading without emotional decision-making.
A novice investor uses the skill as a learning tool to understand crypto trading principles on Base, following the documented strategies and risk management rules. By reviewing trade journals and performance tracking, the user gains hands-on experience in a controlled environment, building confidence before scaling up.
A small fund manager integrates the Base Trader skill into an autonomous trading system via cron jobs, running daily routines to scan opportunities, execute trades, and review performance. The skill enforces safety overrides like daily loss limits, ensuring consistent operation and risk mitigation for the fund's assets on Base.
Offer the Base Trader skill as a subscription service where users pay a monthly fee for access to autonomous trading on Base, including regular updates, strategy optimizations, and customer support. Revenue is generated through tiered subscriptions based on features like advanced analytics or higher trade limits.
Partner with crypto exchanges, wallets, or data providers on Base to earn commissions by referring users who utilize the Base Trader skill. Integrate affiliate links or promote partner services within the skill's documentation, generating revenue based on user sign-ups or transaction volumes.
Provide consulting services to customize the Base Trader skill for specific clients, such as developing tailored strategies, integrating additional APIs, or optimizing risk parameters. Charge one-time fees or ongoing retainer fees for development and maintenance, targeting businesses or advanced traders.
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