How to Use Aion 2.0 with OpenClaw
Aion Labs' Aion 2.0 is a creative powerhouse built on DeepSeek V3.2 — optimized for storytelling, roleplaying, and narrative generation. Connect it to your OpenClaw instance in minutes via OpenRouter and control it through WhatsApp, Telegram, Discord, or Slack.
Why Use Aion 2.0 with OpenClaw?
Aion 2.0 brings specialized creative intelligence to your self-hosted AI agent at competitive pricing.
Immersive Storytelling
Aion 2.0 is purpose-built for creative writing, roleplaying, and narrative generation — ideal for crafting rich, engaging content through your OpenClaw agent.
Built-In Reasoning
Supports structured reasoning with thinking tokens, letting the model work through complex scenarios step by step before responding.
131K Context Window
With a 131,072-token context window, Aion 2.0 can maintain long conversations, track intricate plotlines, and reference extensive background material.
Nuanced Content Handling
Handles mature themes, conflict, and darker narrative elements with depth and nuance — well-suited for complex creative projects.
Cost-Effective via OpenRouter
Access Aion 2.0 through OpenRouter at $0.80/M input and $1.60/M output tokens. One API key gives you Aion 2.0 plus hundreds of other models — no separate Aion Labs account needed.
DeepSeek V3.2 Foundation
Built on the proven DeepSeek V3.2 architecture, Aion 2.0 inherits strong general capabilities while adding specialized creative and narrative strengths.
Setup in 4 Steps
Get Aion 2.0 running as your OpenClaw agent via OpenRouter in under five minutes.
Get Your OpenRouter API Key
Sign up at openrouter.ai, navigate to the API Keys section, and generate a new key. OpenRouter gives you access to Aion 2.0 and hundreds of other models with a single key — no separate Aion Labs account required.
Open the DeployClaw Dashboard
Log in to app.deployclaw.com and open your OpenClaw instance. Navigate to the Agents tab from the top menu.
Add a New Agent
Click "+ Add Agent", select "OpenRouter" as the provider, paste your API key and click Verify. Then choose "AionLabs: Aion-2.0" from the Model dropdown.
Configure and Deploy
Give your agent a name (e.g., "aion-agent") and click "Add Agent" to save. Your OpenClaw instance will now route messages to Aion 2.0 through OpenRouter.
That's it. Your OpenClaw agent is now powered by Aion 2.0. Send it a message through any connected platform to start.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aion 2.0?
Aion 2.0 is a large language model developed by Aion Labs, built on DeepSeek V3.2 and optimized for immersive roleplaying, creative writing, and storytelling. It excels at introducing narrative tension, conflict, and rich character-driven scenarios.
Why use OpenRouter instead of the Aion Labs API directly?
OpenRouter gives you access to Aion 2.0 and hundreds of other models with a single API key and unified billing. No need to create a separate Aion Labs account. You can also switch models instantly without changing provider settings.
How much does Aion 2.0 cost through OpenRouter?
Aion 2.0 is priced at $0.80 per million input tokens and $1.60 per million output tokens through OpenRouter. You pay OpenRouter for API usage and DeployClaw separately for the deployment platform. Check openrouter.ai for the latest pricing.
Can I switch between Aion 2.0 and other models?
Absolutely. Since you're using OpenRouter, switching models is as easy as changing the model selection in your agent settings. Try Aion 2.0, Claude, GPT, Llama, or any other model — all through the same API key.
Does Aion 2.0 work with all OpenClaw features?
Yes. Aion 2.0 works with all OpenClaw capabilities including shell access, file management, web browsing, and messaging platform integrations. It supports tool calling required by OpenClaw's agent framework.
Is my data sent to Aion Labs?
When using Aion 2.0 via OpenRouter, messages are routed through OpenRouter to Aion Labs for inference. Aion Labs retains prompts for 30 days but does not use them for training. If data privacy is a concern, you can run a local model via Ollama instead.
Start using Aion 2.0 with OpenClaw
Deploy your own AI agent powered by Aion Labs' creative storytelling model via OpenRouter.