A potential idea to slow bots and preserve anonymity came in the middle of the night.
What if each board has a one word title and that word must be included at the end of each genuine post?
That word would be a clue to respond only to those using the word at the end of each post.
If what I caught from last night is that one response to a bot triggers three more one-line nonsensical responses, it might slow them down.
Sadly, won't do much for the shills that truly participate. Still think they drop more than they intend, though, so won't complain too loudly there.
If I'm full of shit, no need to call it. It's just an idea.