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The '''featured articles''' of the wiki are articles that represent the best [[DJBWiki]] has to offer. This is ''not'' a way to showcase the articles of your favorite characters, spaceships, or the like.
The '''featured articles''' of the wiki are articles that represent the best [[DJBWiki]] has to offer. This is ''not'' a way to showcase the articles of your favorite characters, spaceships, or the like.


*[[Featured article/History|History]]
* [[Featured article/History|History]]
*[[DJBWiki:Featured article/Queue|Queue]]
* [[DJBWiki:Featured article/Queue|Queue]]


So just what makes a featured article? Well, we've prepared a list just in case someone should ask that, and it is as follows.
==  Potential Featured Articles  ==
List an article and note any fixes that would need to be made by the creator before it can become a Featured Article. After adding the article to the list, contact the creator and notify him/her that their article has the potential to be Featured with some minor tweaks.


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# Nominating '''[[Quorahi]]''' due to the detail of events and the fact it's now fully up to date with the timeline. [[User:Nikora Rhan|Nikora Rhan]] ([[User talk:Nikora Rhan|talk]]) 10:56, 8 September 2024 (UTC)
# Nominating '''[[Fallen Spear]]''' due to its detail and thoroughness, albeit with the need for some minor information updates. [[User:Essik Lyccane|Essik Lyccane]] ([[User talk:Essik Lyccane|talk]]) 21:55, 7 August 2024 (UTC)
## Added eras template so that's at least done. [[User:Alethia Archenksova|Alethia Archenksova]] ([[User talk:Alethia Archenksova|talk]]) 20:40, 8 August 2024 (UTC)
# Nominating '''[[The Viper Fang]]''', with the only concern being its extremely short history and lack of eras. [[User:Essik Lyccane|Essik Lyccane]] ([[User talk:Essik Lyccane|talk]]) 21:55, 7 August 2024 (UTC)
## Added eras template [[User:Alethia Archenksova|Alethia Archenksova]] ([[User talk:Alethia Archenksova|talk]]) 20:40, 8 August 2024 (UTC)
## Needs updating to reflect that the ship was destroyed by the CoM. Still eligible though. [[User:Alethia Archenksova|Alethia Archenksova]] ([[User talk:Alethia Archenksova|talk]]) 14:15, 6 September 2024 (UTC)
# Nominating '''[[The "Flamboyant" Mercorn MKII]]''' due to the detail, good use of imagery, and deck plans, but with the problem of the member now having joined the Rogues and the absence of some minor information required, such as eras. [[User:Essik Lyccane|Essik Lyccane]] ([[User talk:Essik Lyccane|talk]]) 21:55, 7 August 2024 (UTC)
## Yeah, this one might linger on the list for a while. I don't mind giving a DSS to a rogue but he should serve out his probation first given the nature of his CoJ convication. [[User:Alethia Archenksova|Alethia Archenksova]] ([[User talk:Alethia Archenksova|talk]]) 20:40, 8 August 2024 (UTC)
# '''[[Agron Dyrce]]''' has been coming along. [[User:Alethia Archenksova|Alethia Archenksova]] ([[User talk:Alethia Archenksova|talk]]) 21:08, 28 April 2024 (UTC)
## Needs images in the body to break up the text. [[User:Alethia Archenksova|Alethia Archenksova]] ([[User talk:Alethia Archenksova|talk]]) 21:08, 28 April 2024 (UTC)
## Could use some more linking further down. This might be a time thing, as in Agron just needs more time to develop character history and interactions. [[User:Alethia Archenksova|Alethia Archenksova]] ([[User talk:Alethia Archenksova|talk]]) 21:08, 28 April 2024 (UTC)
# '''[[Evelyn Wyvern]]''' is lavishly illustrated and has been getting some love lately. [[User:Alethia Archenksova|Alethia Archenksova]] ([[User talk:Alethia Archenksova|talk]]) 21:08, 28 April 2024 (UTC)
## Even moreso than Agron, this needs more written content. I know the character has the history and relationships to fill this out, so hopefully the nomination will spur Jenni to move some of that to the wiki. [[User:Alethia Archenksova|Alethia Archenksova]] ([[User talk:Alethia Archenksova|talk]]) 21:08, 28 April 2024 (UTC)
## Construction template removed so this is fair game. [[User:Alethia Archenksova|Alethia Archenksova]] ([[User talk:Alethia Archenksova|talk]]) 05:19, 4 July 2024 (UTC)
# Nora mentioned '''[[Selika Roh]]''' in chat--kind of surprised it wasn't featured in the past. It hasn't had a real update since 2020 but a little spring cleaning could get it there. [[User:Alethia Archenksova|Alethia Archenksova]] ([[User talk:Alethia Archenksova|talk]]) 17:57, 29 January 2024 (UTC)
#'''[[Reiden Karr]]''' needs to be completed so it can be reconsidered for nomination again. [[User:Bentre Sadow|Bentre]] ([[User talk:Bentre Sadow|talk]]) 01:58, 23 March 2022 (UTC)
## CON: Section ''Darkness Elevated (34 ABY)'' needs completed
## CON: Section ''Collective Assault & A New Legacy (35 ABY)'' needs completed
# '''[[Rian Taldrya]]''' at a glance might make the makings of a featured page.
## CON: Slight expansion of the childhood section would strengthen this page.
## CON: "Something about Rian having a hard time as teenager on a mandalorian military academy while being a half-breed." in the Teen Years section needs to be expanded/completed.
## CON: Rule of Tyranny needs expanded
## CON: tone and greater interlinking need addressed
## if the above are addressed or otherwise remedied the page can be considered for Feature.
## It's got good bones but it's pretty dated. [[User:Alethia Archenksova|Alethia Archenksova]] ([[User talk:Alethia Archenksova|talk]]) 14:09, 8 January 2024 (UTC)
# '''[[Eilen Ru'tyari]]''' is at the very least worth examining. While brief, it offers a very comprehensive history on the character and offers a detailed arc and development to follow. The only concern I might have is that there are relatively few images present on the page. [[User:Essik Lyccane|Essik Lyccane]] ([[User talk:Essik Lyccane|talk]]) 23:15, 18 February 2022 (UTC)
## Agreed, including on the lack of images. [[User:Alethia Archenksova|Alethia Archenksova]] ([[User talk:Alethia Archenksova|talk]]) 14:09, 8 January 2024 (UTC)
# '''[[Vatali Central Military]]''' The page is missing an image fitted into the infobox, but it is otherwise comprehensive and well detailed, especially for a background element of a culture. [[User:Essik Lyccane|Essik Lyccane]] ([[User talk:Essik Lyccane|talk]]) 17:21, 20 February 2022 (UTC)
## I concur. [[User:Alethia Archenksova|Alethia Archenksova]] ([[User talk:Alethia Archenksova|talk]]) 14:09, 8 January 2024 (UTC)
# '''[[Iwu Koraha Mahue]]''' is well though out, highly detailed, and offers a wealth of images. It's a good example of how to flesh out a great deal and add it to a world while keeping it concise. [[User:Essik Lyccane|Essik Lyccane]] ([[User talk:Essik Lyccane|talk]]) 21:47, 17 May 2023 (UTC)
## CON: Very dated, as the subject matter hasn't been relevant since early 2016. [[User:Alethia Archenksova|Alethia Archenksova]] ([[User talk:Alethia Archenksova|talk]]) 14:09, 8 January 2024 (UTC)
# '''[[Orian Frequency]]''' is very cool but needs images and a little love. [[User:Alethia Archenksova|Alethia Archenksova]] ([[User talk:Alethia Archenksova|talk]]) 16:12, 19 March 2024 (UTC)


<big>''An article must&hellip;''</big>
{{Clear}} 
the Wiki Tribune is continuing to review Clan's categories for additional characters and locations, but don't be afraid to add your suggestions and finish it off with 4 ~'s to sign it! 


#&hellip;be well written and detailed
{{Clear}}
#&hellip;be unbiased, non-point of view
 
#&hellip;not be the object of any ongoing edit wars
== Process ==
#&hellip;not be tagged with any sort of improvement tags (i.e. more sources, expand, etc)
So just what makes a featured article? Well, we've prepared a list just in case someone should ask that, and it is as follows.
#&hellip;have a succinct proper lead that can be used for the front page [[Template:Featured article|featured box]]
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#&hellip;have a reasonable amount of red links; use common sense
<big>''An article must…''</big>
#&hellip;have a complete, detailed biography if it's a character article
#&hellip;not have been previously featured


# …be well written and detailed.
# …be written from an unbiased, third-person, objective point of view.
# …have a complete, detailed biography if the page concerned is a character article.
# …have a succinct and appropriate lead that can be used for the front page [[Template:Featured article|featured box]].
# ...have a properly applied [[Template:Eras|Eras Template]] at the top of the page where applicable.
# …not be the object of any ongoing edit wars.
# …not be tagged with any sort of improvement tags (i.e. more sources, expand, etc)
# …not contain an unreasonable number (use common sense) of red links.
# …not have been previously featured.
# ...not contain a trivia section comprised of a random assortment of miscellaneous facts. See the [[DJBWiki:Trivia#What this policy is not#not all lists are trivia sections|corresponding article on Trivia]] for more details.
For more information on what makes a featured article, see [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:What_is_a_featured_article Wikipedia:What is a featured article].
For more information on what makes a featured article, see [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:What_is_a_featured_article Wikipedia:What is a featured article].
 
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<big>''How to nominate:''</big>
<big>''How to nominate:''</big>
# First, nominate an article you find is worthy of featured status, putting it at the bottom of the list below; see criteria above.
# Others will object to the nomination if they disagree that the article is good enough; they will then supply reasons for doing so, and ways to improve the article (errors, style, organization, images, notability, sources).
# Supporters adjust the article until the objectors (with reasonable objections) are satisfied.
# The article is placed on the featured article list and added to the front page queue.
# Also, if, at least two week after the article's nomination, that article has 5 supports and no objections, it will be added the queue, and will be officially known as a "featured article".


#First, nominate an article you find is worthy of featured status, putting it at the bottom of the list below; see criteria above.
#Others will object to the nomination if they disagree that the article is good enough; they will then supply reasons for doing so, and ways to improve the article (errors, style, organization, images, notability, sources).
#Supporters adjust the article until the objectors (with reasonable objections) are satisfied.
#The article is placed on the featured article list and added to the front page queue.
#Also, if, at least a week after the article's nomination, that article has 5 supports and no objections, it will be added the queue, and will be officially known as a "featured article".


<big>''How to vote:''</big>
<big>''How to vote:''</big>


#Before doing anything, be sure to read the article completely, keeping a sharp eye out for mistakes.
# Before doing anything, be sure to read the article completely, keeping a sharp eye out for mistakes.
#Afterwards, compare the article to the criteria listed above, and then either '''support''' or '''object''' the article's nomination.
# Afterwards, compare the article to the criteria listed above, and then either '''support''' or '''object''' the article's nomination.
##If you object, please supply concrete reasons for doing so, and how it can be improved.
## If you object, please supply concrete reasons for doing so, and how it can be improved.
#As stated above, any objections will be looked upon by the nominator, supporters, and anyone willing to improve the article, and action will be taken to please the objectors.
# As stated above, any objections will be looked upon by the nominator, supporters, and anyone willing to improve the article, and action will be taken to please the objectors.
#Once all objectors' complaints have been solved (or the article has 5 supports and no objections after at least a week), the article will be added to the queue and be officially known as a "featured article".
# Once all objectors' complaints have been solved (or the article has 5 supports and no objections after at least a week), the article will be added to the queue and be officially known as a "featured article".
 
Also remember to add <code>{{[[Template:Nominated|Nominated]]}}</code> at the top of the article you are nominating.
Also remember to add {{tl|nominated}} at the top of the article you are nominating.
 
Every Sunday the next article in the queue will be highlighted on the [[Main Page]] as featured, marked with the {{tl|featured}} template and removed from the list of nominations. The beginning of the article then appears on the Main Page via the {{tl|featured article}} template. Nominees that are inactive for a month will be eliminated from the nominations list.
 
==Featured article nominations==
List an article and leave your signature for the nomination(s) - additional comments beyond '''support''' or '''object''' (unless you have concrete reasons as to why you object) are not required and will be deleted.
 
==='''[[Aabsdu di Plagia Dupar al'Tor]]'''===
Nominated by --[[User:Tron|Tron]] 17:35, 13 February 2007 (Mountain Standard Time)
 
*'''Weak Support''' - [[User:Vladimir|Vladimir]] 09:12, 27 February 2007 (MST)
*'''Weak Support''' - [[User:Macron|Macron]]- needs a lead pic- 23;56, 7 mar 07 (EST)
*'''Weak Support''' - Without a character pic it's just not "complete" [[image:km1.png]] 21:14, 26 March 2007 (EDT)
*'''Support''' - Solid article.  Image unnecessary to visualize the detail given. - [[User:Oberst|Oberst]] 00:54, 28 March 2007 (MDT)
** Needs a pic. It's a requirement for Featured Articles. [[image:km1.png]] 16:06, 29 March 2007 (EDT)
** Pic is being made, at least so I'm told. In case anyone cares. Btw, thanks for the compliment Oberst, heh [[User:Aabsdu|Aabs]] 20:18, 11 April 2007 (MDT)
 
==='''[[Drodik Va'lence al'Tor]]'''===
[[Image:Drodik.jpg|left]]
Nominated by --[[user:Drodik|Drodik]] 07:21, 20 February 2007 (Central Standard Time)
 
*'''Weak Support''' - [[User:Vladimir|Vladimir]] 09:17, 27 February 2007 (MST)
*'''Support''' - Nice article and an interesting read, but could do with fleshing out at the end as it sort of trails off - [[User:Kieran|Kieran]] 22:17, 16 April 2007 (GMT)
*'''Weak Support''' [[User:Aabsdu|Aabs]] 11:40, 20 April 2007 (MDT)
{{clear}}
 
==='''[[House Exar Kun]]'''===
[[Image:Crest2.jpg|left|150px]]
Nominated by -- [[Dismal Visutor al'Tor]] 20:35, 19 March 2007 (EST)
 
*'''Support''' (Fixed, thanks) -- [[User:Vladimir|Vladimir]] 07:25, 22 March 2007 (MDT)
*'''Oppose''' - I'd be more inclined to support this page if it dealt more with HEK rather than it's namesake. - [[User:Oberst|Oberst]] 13:46, 23 April 2007 (MDT)
* Added Images to the page. [[Dismal Visutor al'Tor]] 20:44, 23 March 2007 (EST)
*'''Oppose''' - Agree with Oberst. Perhaps you all could create a different page for Exar Kun, the person. -- [[User:RevengeX|RevengeX Palpatine]] 06:58, 29 April 2007 (MDT)
{{clear}}
 
==='''[[Braecen Kunar]]'''===
Nominated by [[user:Dragonmasta95255|Yadar]] 5:37 PM EST, 5 April 2007
 
* '''Oppose''' Missing picture, character history still in progress -- [[User:RevengeX|RevengeX Palpatine]] 16:30, 5 April 2007 (MDT)
*'''Oppose''' (No pics whatsoever, article not even complete) -- [[User:Vladimir|Vladimir]] 16:46, 6 April 2007 (MDT)
 
==='''[[Xayun Erinos]]'''===
[[Image:XayunWiki.jpg|left|150px]]
Nominated by [[User:Welshman|Welshman]] 11.21, 11th of April 2007
 
'''Note:''' Until the [[Wiki Tribune]] removes his '''Strong Opposition''' this article will not be added to the Queue.
*'''Support''' - [[Juda]]
*'''Support''' - [[Karel]]-- A well written article.
*'''Support''' - [[Archean]]
*'''Support''' - This would stand as a really good textual example of concise writing in both the fiction and non-fiction form.  Through judicious word usage, you learn more about the character than you do through an overly effusive and flowery use of language (e.g. Hemmingway, Rich, Proulx). - [[User:Oberst|Oberst]] 11:55, 11 April 2007 (MDT)
*'''Support''' - While small compared to other featured articles it is by no means less worthy, written in such a manner that allows the reader to mentally picture and understand the character, big props! [[Kieran]]
*'''Support''' - Concise and well written, and to the point. I say feature. Timeros
*'''Support''' -  I wouldn't have nominated this article if I did not think it worthy of being a featured article. Whilst the article isn't huge like some others you get exactly what you want to know. Isn't that the point of a wiki? Welsh
*'''Support''' - [[Malidir]]-- A truly well done piece of work, that reminds us all of where we come from, while hinting at where we are going in the future. Splendid!
 
*'''Strong Opposition''' - [[Kaine Mandaala]]-- The article does not adhere to the standards of what is expected in a Featured Article. Unless it's cleaned up I have to veto this one despite it's support. Nominate articles based on their content and formatting, not their subject. Support listed above Oberst is not really ''supportive'' either.
**Article has been updated, though I still say previous support wasn't very helpful. Because you think someone is ''cool'' isn't grounds for nomination. -- [[Kaine Mandaala|KM]]
*'''Weak Oppose''' - Just don't really like it. Doesn't seem detailed enough. That's just my opinion. [[User:Aabsdu|Aabs]] 20:24, 11 April 2007 (MDT)
*'''Support''' - The following has been resolved: ''There are a lot of words in that wiki page that could use some linkage...That's the power of a wiki.  Harness it.'' [[Orv Dessrx]] 08:11, 15 April 2007 (EDT)
{{clear}}
 
==='''[[Sashar]]'''===
[[Image:Sashar2.jpeg|left|100px]]
Nominated By - [[User:Oberst|Oberst]] 14:31, 16 April 2007 (MDT)
*'''Weak Support''' [[User:Aabsdu|Aabs]] 11:41, 20 April 2007 (MDT)
*'''Support''' - Well written and detailed and an interesting read throughout, my only small critique is that it could benifit from some pictures during the history. [[User:Kieran|Kieran]] 12:13, 28 April 2007 (GMT)
*'''Support''' - Very well written and interesting article. [[User:Karel|Karel]] 14:15,13 May 2007 (MDT)
*'''Strong Support''' -Thought out and well written, top marks, [[Juda]] 12:10, 15 May 2007 (GMT)
*'''Weak Support''' - There are a lot of words that should be linked to other articles.  The first sections start off strong, but then linking just doesn't happen later on in the page. - [[Orv Dessrx]] 08:14, 15 May 2007 (EDT) - Fixed. [[Sashar]]
*'''Support''' Great article. I saw a few minor spelling errors, and it could use a few more links. Otherwise, very interesting.[[User:Macron|Macron]] 18:29, 5/22/07 (EST)
 
==='''[[Ashura Isradia]]'''===
[[Image:Dantefairuse.jpg|left|100px]]
Nominated By - [[User:Oberst|Oberst]] 09:30, 23 May 2007 (MDT)
 
'''Support''' - Very nice article, information-wise and pictures. I really like the character image. Great job [[User:Aabsdu|Aabs]] 16:51, 23 May 2007 (MDT)


Every month the next article in the queue will be highlighted on the [[Main Page]] as featured, marked with a Featured icon and removed from the list of nominations. The beginning of the article then appears on the Main Page via the <code>{{[[Template:Featured article|Featured article]]}}</code> template. Nominees that are inactive for a month may be eliminated from the nominations list.


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The featured articles of the wiki are articles that represent the best DJBWiki has to offer. This is not a way to showcase the articles of your favorite characters, spaceships, or the like.

Potential Featured Articles

List an article and note any fixes that would need to be made by the creator before it can become a Featured Article. After adding the article to the list, contact the creator and notify him/her that their article has the potential to be Featured with some minor tweaks.


  1. Nominating Quorahi due to the detail of events and the fact it's now fully up to date with the timeline. Nikora Rhan (talk) 10:56, 8 September 2024 (UTC)
  2. Nominating Fallen Spear due to its detail and thoroughness, albeit with the need for some minor information updates. Essik Lyccane (talk) 21:55, 7 August 2024 (UTC)
    1. Added eras template so that's at least done. Alethia Archenksova (talk) 20:40, 8 August 2024 (UTC)
  3. Nominating The Viper Fang, with the only concern being its extremely short history and lack of eras. Essik Lyccane (talk) 21:55, 7 August 2024 (UTC)
    1. Added eras template Alethia Archenksova (talk) 20:40, 8 August 2024 (UTC)
    2. Needs updating to reflect that the ship was destroyed by the CoM. Still eligible though. Alethia Archenksova (talk) 14:15, 6 September 2024 (UTC)
  4. Nominating The "Flamboyant" Mercorn MKII due to the detail, good use of imagery, and deck plans, but with the problem of the member now having joined the Rogues and the absence of some minor information required, such as eras. Essik Lyccane (talk) 21:55, 7 August 2024 (UTC)
    1. Yeah, this one might linger on the list for a while. I don't mind giving a DSS to a rogue but he should serve out his probation first given the nature of his CoJ convication. Alethia Archenksova (talk) 20:40, 8 August 2024 (UTC)
  5. Agron Dyrce has been coming along. Alethia Archenksova (talk) 21:08, 28 April 2024 (UTC)
    1. Needs images in the body to break up the text. Alethia Archenksova (talk) 21:08, 28 April 2024 (UTC)
    2. Could use some more linking further down. This might be a time thing, as in Agron just needs more time to develop character history and interactions. Alethia Archenksova (talk) 21:08, 28 April 2024 (UTC)
  6. Evelyn Wyvern is lavishly illustrated and has been getting some love lately. Alethia Archenksova (talk) 21:08, 28 April 2024 (UTC)
    1. Even moreso than Agron, this needs more written content. I know the character has the history and relationships to fill this out, so hopefully the nomination will spur Jenni to move some of that to the wiki. Alethia Archenksova (talk) 21:08, 28 April 2024 (UTC)
    2. Construction template removed so this is fair game. Alethia Archenksova (talk) 05:19, 4 July 2024 (UTC)
  7. Nora mentioned Selika Roh in chat--kind of surprised it wasn't featured in the past. It hasn't had a real update since 2020 but a little spring cleaning could get it there. Alethia Archenksova (talk) 17:57, 29 January 2024 (UTC)
  8. Reiden Karr needs to be completed so it can be reconsidered for nomination again. Bentre (talk) 01:58, 23 March 2022 (UTC)
    1. CON: Section Darkness Elevated (34 ABY) needs completed
    2. CON: Section Collective Assault & A New Legacy (35 ABY) needs completed
  9. Rian Taldrya at a glance might make the makings of a featured page.
    1. CON: Slight expansion of the childhood section would strengthen this page.
    2. CON: "Something about Rian having a hard time as teenager on a mandalorian military academy while being a half-breed." in the Teen Years section needs to be expanded/completed.
    3. CON: Rule of Tyranny needs expanded
    4. CON: tone and greater interlinking need addressed
    5. if the above are addressed or otherwise remedied the page can be considered for Feature.
    6. It's got good bones but it's pretty dated. Alethia Archenksova (talk) 14:09, 8 January 2024 (UTC)
  10. Eilen Ru'tyari is at the very least worth examining. While brief, it offers a very comprehensive history on the character and offers a detailed arc and development to follow. The only concern I might have is that there are relatively few images present on the page. Essik Lyccane (talk) 23:15, 18 February 2022 (UTC)
    1. Agreed, including on the lack of images. Alethia Archenksova (talk) 14:09, 8 January 2024 (UTC)
  11. Vatali Central Military The page is missing an image fitted into the infobox, but it is otherwise comprehensive and well detailed, especially for a background element of a culture. Essik Lyccane (talk) 17:21, 20 February 2022 (UTC)
    1. I concur. Alethia Archenksova (talk) 14:09, 8 January 2024 (UTC)
  12. Iwu Koraha Mahue is well though out, highly detailed, and offers a wealth of images. It's a good example of how to flesh out a great deal and add it to a world while keeping it concise. Essik Lyccane (talk) 21:47, 17 May 2023 (UTC)
    1. CON: Very dated, as the subject matter hasn't been relevant since early 2016. Alethia Archenksova (talk) 14:09, 8 January 2024 (UTC)
  13. Orian Frequency is very cool but needs images and a little love. Alethia Archenksova (talk) 16:12, 19 March 2024 (UTC)


the Wiki Tribune is continuing to review Clan's categories for additional characters and locations, but don't be afraid to add your suggestions and finish it off with 4 ~'s to sign it!


Process

So just what makes a featured article? Well, we've prepared a list just in case someone should ask that, and it is as follows.


An article must…

  1. …be well written and detailed.
  2. …be written from an unbiased, third-person, objective point of view.
  3. …have a complete, detailed biography if the page concerned is a character article.
  4. …have a succinct and appropriate lead that can be used for the front page featured box.
  5. ...have a properly applied Eras Template at the top of the page where applicable.
  6. …not be the object of any ongoing edit wars.
  7. …not be tagged with any sort of improvement tags (i.e. more sources, expand, etc)
  8. …not contain an unreasonable number (use common sense) of red links.
  9. …not have been previously featured.
  10. ...not contain a trivia section comprised of a random assortment of miscellaneous facts. See the corresponding article on Trivia for more details.

For more information on what makes a featured article, see Wikipedia:What is a featured article.


How to nominate:

  1. First, nominate an article you find is worthy of featured status, putting it at the bottom of the list below; see criteria above.
  2. Others will object to the nomination if they disagree that the article is good enough; they will then supply reasons for doing so, and ways to improve the article (errors, style, organization, images, notability, sources).
  3. Supporters adjust the article until the objectors (with reasonable objections) are satisfied.
  4. The article is placed on the featured article list and added to the front page queue.
  5. Also, if, at least two week after the article's nomination, that article has 5 supports and no objections, it will be added the queue, and will be officially known as a "featured article".


How to vote:

  1. Before doing anything, be sure to read the article completely, keeping a sharp eye out for mistakes.
  2. Afterwards, compare the article to the criteria listed above, and then either support or object the article's nomination.
    1. If you object, please supply concrete reasons for doing so, and how it can be improved.
  3. As stated above, any objections will be looked upon by the nominator, supporters, and anyone willing to improve the article, and action will be taken to please the objectors.
  4. Once all objectors' complaints have been solved (or the article has 5 supports and no objections after at least a week), the article will be added to the queue and be officially known as a "featured article".

Also remember to add {{Nominated}} at the top of the article you are nominating.

Every month the next article in the queue will be highlighted on the Main Page as featured, marked with a Featured icon and removed from the list of nominations. The beginning of the article then appears on the Main Page via the {{Featured article}} template. Nominees that are inactive for a month may be eliminated from the nominations list.