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| == Talk/Discussion Pages ==
| | {{DJBWiki policies}} |
| Please do not clear any Talk page. Retain all conversations to preserve a record of the discussions to eliminate repeat topics.
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| == Character Pages == | | == Character Pages == |
| After discussion with the [[Grand Master]], the [[Deputy Grand Master]], the [[Wiki Tribune]] and his staff it has been clearly decided that the character articles are not a replacement for member's dossier files on DJB.com. Rather, it is a replacement for your Character History on your dossier. | | After discussion with the [[Grand Master]], the [[Deputy Grand Master]], the [[Wiki Tribune]] and his staff it has been clearly decided that the character articles are not a replacement for member's dossier files on DJB.com. Rather, it is a replacement for your Character History on your dossier. |
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| Therefore, it is not necessary for images of your [[Warbanner]] or your [[Lightsaber]] on the Character article since it is already available on your dossier. Now, you might notice that some do have these things on their articles already. | | Therefore, it is not necessary for images of your [[Warbanner]] or your [[Lightsaber]] on the Character article since it is already available on your dossier. If you choose to display these images, they '''''must''''' have a paragraph devoted to each, and placed in relative proximity to those paragraphs. |
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| === Images === | | === Alternate Characters & Owned NPCs === |
| Here are some rules regarding having these images on your article:
| | Alternate characters can be identified via the character template with the various order designations (Sith, Jedi, Loyalist, Mercenary, Gray). They can also, at the discretion of the member, be categorized in unit member categories (where appropriate) or Rogues instead of as NPCs. All owned NPCs that are '''not''' classified as alternate characters must be marked as NPCs on their character template and assigned to the relevant NPC category. |
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| *A rule instituted by the DJBWiki Staff in January 2007: Unless you have a paragraph discussing the image and tying it into the article - it will be deleted by the Wiki staff. | | == Content == |
| | * A ''brief'' summary at the beginning of the article is required. This summary should not be more than a medium sized paragraph. The bulk of the article should be under subsequent headings that follow the summary. |
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| *Images must be shrunk down to a manageable size. For example view the DJBWiki Tribune's article: [[Kaine Mandaala]]. Notice he has put in his warbanner with the following code: <nowiki>[[image:0005-banner.jpg|thumb|100px|left|Kaine Mandaala's Warbanner]]</nowiki>. 100px being the suitable size for warbanners. | | == Editing == |
| | * Assume good faith. The DJBWiki has worked remarkably well so far based on a policy of near-complete editing freedom. People come here to collaborate and write good articles. |
| | ** If you have not registered yourself, do not construct a signature that might make it appear that you have. That is dishonest (and could get you in serious trouble with the [[Justicar]]). |
| | * Avoid reverts and deletions whenever possible, and explain reversions in the edit summary box. |
| | ** Amend, edit, discuss. |
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| *Lightsabers should likewise be shrunk to a size that is conforming to the article. | | == Conduct == |
| | * Treat others as you would have them treat you. Everyone was a n00b once... |
| | * Keep in mind that raw text is ambiguous, emotionless and often seems more offensive than the same words coming from a person standing in front of you. Irony isn't always obvious - text comes without facial expressions, vocal inflection or body language. Be careful of the words you choose. Intentions might not be what others perceive, and what you read might not be what the author intended. |
| | * Give praise when due. Everybody likes to feel appreciated, especially in an environment that often requires compromise. Drop a friendly note on users' talk pages. |
| | * Try to remain civil or mature. |
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| === Content === | | == Disagreements == |
| *A ''brief'' summary at the beginning of the article is required. This summary should not be more than a medium sized paragraph. The bulk of the article should be under subsequent headings that follow the summary.
| | DJB members may help mediate disagreements between others, but incidents should be reported to the DJBWiki Staff. |
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| *Unnecessary information that can be found on your dossier file such as medals, dates of promotions, and other data tracked by the main DJB database should not be repeated on the character articles. This does not include Positions Held, since that has an acceptable place under DJB Facts.
| | If you are in a disagreement, please try to remember these important items: |
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| [[image:edits.gif|thumb|left|Making too many edits in a short time period is bad practice.]]
| | * Remind yourself that these are just other ''people'' you're dealing with. |
| *Avoid obscene or ridiculously unneeded information in the trivia (So-and-so hates so-and-so for no reason). Try to make trivia something interesting about the Character, not the creator. | | * Try to allow dignity to others. |
| | | * Work toward agreement. |
| *Articles are NOT to exceed 32kbs in size | | * Argue facts, not personalities or opinions. |
| | | * Don't ignore questions. |
| *Last but not least, rather most importantly, cut down on the number of edits by using the Show preview button and making as many edits as possible in one rather than a series. | | * If another disagrees with your edit, provide good reasons why you think it's appropriate. |
| | | * Concede a point, when you have no response to it or admit when you disagree based on intuition or taste. |
| === [[Wiki Tribune]] ===
| | * Although it's understandably difficult in a heated argument, if the other party is not acting as civil as you'd like them to be, make sure to be '''more''' civil than them, not less. Report problems to the DJBWiki Staff. |
| *The Tribune has final say on all articles | | * Be prepared to apologize. Forgive and forget. |
| *The Tribune's rulings can only be overturned by the [[Grand Master]] or his [[Deputy Grand Master|Deputy]] | | * Recognize your own biases and keep them in check. |
| *The Tribune has the right to create and add new Guidelines at his own discretion as long as they adhere to the writings in the [[Dark Covenant]] | | * Remove or summarize resolved disputes that you initiated. |
| *Arguing with the Tribune can result in a temporary ban from the Wiki | |
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Character Pages
After discussion with the Grand Master, the Deputy Grand Master, the Wiki Tribune and his staff it has been clearly decided that the character articles are not a replacement for member's dossier files on DJB.com. Rather, it is a replacement for your Character History on your dossier.
Therefore, it is not necessary for images of your Warbanner or your Lightsaber on the Character article since it is already available on your dossier. If you choose to display these images, they must have a paragraph devoted to each, and placed in relative proximity to those paragraphs.
Alternate Characters & Owned NPCs
Alternate characters can be identified via the character template with the various order designations (Sith, Jedi, Loyalist, Mercenary, Gray). They can also, at the discretion of the member, be categorized in unit member categories (where appropriate) or Rogues instead of as NPCs. All owned NPCs that are not classified as alternate characters must be marked as NPCs on their character template and assigned to the relevant NPC category.
Content
- A brief summary at the beginning of the article is required. This summary should not be more than a medium sized paragraph. The bulk of the article should be under subsequent headings that follow the summary.
Editing
- Assume good faith. The DJBWiki has worked remarkably well so far based on a policy of near-complete editing freedom. People come here to collaborate and write good articles.
- If you have not registered yourself, do not construct a signature that might make it appear that you have. That is dishonest (and could get you in serious trouble with the Justicar).
- Avoid reverts and deletions whenever possible, and explain reversions in the edit summary box.
Conduct
- Treat others as you would have them treat you. Everyone was a n00b once...
- Keep in mind that raw text is ambiguous, emotionless and often seems more offensive than the same words coming from a person standing in front of you. Irony isn't always obvious - text comes without facial expressions, vocal inflection or body language. Be careful of the words you choose. Intentions might not be what others perceive, and what you read might not be what the author intended.
- Give praise when due. Everybody likes to feel appreciated, especially in an environment that often requires compromise. Drop a friendly note on users' talk pages.
- Try to remain civil or mature.
Disagreements
DJB members may help mediate disagreements between others, but incidents should be reported to the DJBWiki Staff.
If you are in a disagreement, please try to remember these important items:
- Remind yourself that these are just other people you're dealing with.
- Try to allow dignity to others.
- Work toward agreement.
- Argue facts, not personalities or opinions.
- Don't ignore questions.
- If another disagrees with your edit, provide good reasons why you think it's appropriate.
- Concede a point, when you have no response to it or admit when you disagree based on intuition or taste.
- Although it's understandably difficult in a heated argument, if the other party is not acting as civil as you'd like them to be, make sure to be more civil than them, not less. Report problems to the DJBWiki Staff.
- Be prepared to apologize. Forgive and forget.
- Recognize your own biases and keep them in check.
- Remove or summarize resolved disputes that you initiated.