The point of being a mod is to be able to handle it, back when I was promoted (when .net was in its prime) I would normally see the server full all the time. I was able to take breaks when other mods came, but I never had an alt.

SLG told us a bit ago we are allowed to take breaks and just focus on building and whatnot. If a mod wants to not look at chat just make your nick IAFKITimePlaysGames or whatever.