# OpenClaw

## OpenClaw

Connect Block Scholes to OpenClaw for terminal-based access to crypto derivatives data and strategy backtesting.

### Step 1: Sign up for a Block Scholes account

Sign up for an account with Block Scholes at [Block Scholes Console](https://console.blockscholes.com/products/strategy-backtest).

### Step 2: Install OpenClaw

If you don't have OpenClaw installed, follow the setup instructions at [openclaw.ai](https://openclaw.ai).

### Step 3: Add the MCP Server

Run the following command to register the Block Scholes MCP server:

```bash
openclaw mcp set 'Block Scholes' '{"url": "https://mcp.blockscholes.com/mcp"}'
```

### Step 4: Install the MCPorter Skill

The `mcporter` skill helps OpenClaw manage MCP connections and authentication:

```bash
openclaw skills install mcporter
```

### Step 5: Authenticate

Send a test message to trigger the authentication flow:

> Using the Block Scholes MCP, get the current BTC ATM implied volatility

This will open a browser window to sign in or create a Block Scholes account. OpenClaw will track and maintain your authenticated session going forward.

### Step 6: Add the Block Scholes skill (Optional)

To keep prompts and outputs consistent, create the shared [Block Scholes Skill](https://docs.blockscholes.com/mcp/block-scholes-skill).

Use the same skill content in your preferred OpenClaw prompt or skills workflow.

### Recommended Model

Use **Claude Opus 4.5** or above when interacting with the Block Scholes MCP server for reliable tool-calling and accurate results.