If the Updater cannot connect to the API for a long period of time (say 10 minutes), have it post a [Meta] update:
[Meta] I apologize for the dark updater, but I am currently unable to read the API. When the API returns, I'll try and give a summary.
Strike this update when the state is resolved, and post an update in the following vein:
3d 21h 30m [Bot] [Summary] Since 3d 20h 40m we have:
* Acquired 1 Full Heal.
* Lost 10 Potions, 5 Pokeballs, and a Premier Ball
* Caught [Pokemon](#info info)!
* We are now in Pallet Town.
If the Updater cannot connect to the API for a long period of time (say 10 minutes), have it post a [Meta] update:
Strike this update when the state is resolved, and post an update in the following vein: