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===What are the rules on Halopedia?===
===What are the rules on Halopedia?===
In order to maintain a friendly and welcoming atmosphere, Halopedia has a set of policies that must be followed by users of the website. A list of these policies can be found [[:Category:Halopedia_policies|here]]. These rules and policies are enforced by [[Halopedia:Usergroup and Roles basics|Halopedia staff]], and breaking them may result in disciplinary action.
In order to maintain a friendly and welcoming atmosphere, Halopedia has a set of policies that must be followed by users of the website. A list of these policies can be found [[:Category:Halopedia_policies|here]]. These rules and policies are enforced by [[Halopedia:User group basics|Halopedia staff]], and breaking them may result in disciplinary action.


===How do I earn a role on Halopedia?===
===How do I earn a role on Halopedia?===
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Halopedia does not take on [[Halopedia:Usergroup and Roles basics|staff]] very often. Nevertheless, it is a major goal for many users, so the question above has been asked time and time again. In order to attain a rank on Halopedia, you must first meet the requirements for that rank, and then have a successful nomination. The requirements for each rank differ, and can be found on the respective rank's page. Pestering Halopedia staff to grant you a rank will not get you anywhere, as no users have the authority to hand out ranks on a whim. The best way to break it down is into ten main points:
Halopedia does not take on [[Halopedia:User group basics|staff]] very often. Nevertheless, it is a major goal for many users, so the question above has been asked time and time again. In order to attain a rank on Halopedia, you must first meet the requirements for that rank, and then have a successful nomination. The requirements for each rank differ, and can be found on the respective rank's page. Pestering Halopedia staff to grant you a rank will not get you anywhere, as no users have the authority to hand out ranks on a whim. The best way to break it down is into ten main points:


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Halopedia hosts a collection of pages dedicated to helping new contributors get to grips with the editing tools available on the wiki. An organised list of these pages can be found [[Help:Contents|here]]. In addition, please read our [[Halopedia:Manual of Style|Manual of Style]] before contributing, to make sure that your edits will fit in with the way the wiki is written.
Halopedia hosts a collection of pages dedicated to helping new contributors get to grips with the editing tools available on the wiki. An organised list of these pages can be found [[Help:Contents|here]]. In addition, please read our [[Halopedia:Manual of Style|Manual of Style]] before contributing, to make sure that your edits will fit in with the way the wiki is written.


If the help pages don't contain the guidance you need, a member of the [[Halopedia:Usergroup and Roles basics|Halopedia staff]] would be happy to assist you.
If the help pages don't contain the guidance you need, a member of the [[Halopedia:User group basics|Halopedia staff]] would be happy to assist you.


===How do I create a new article?===
===How do I create a new article?===
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==Community==
==Community==
===What rules are in place for communication between Halopedia users?===
===What rules are in place for communication between Halopedia users?===
The [[Halopedia:Chat Policy|chat policy]] is in effect on all channels of communication on Halopedia. It should be followed at all times while talking to other users, in order to ensure all communication is friendly and prevent disputes. The Chat Policy is enforced by [[Halopedia:Usergroup and Roles basics|Halopedia staff]].
The [[Halopedia:Chat Policy|chat policy]] is in effect on all channels of communication on Halopedia. It should be followed at all times while talking to other users, in order to ensure all communication is friendly and prevent disputes. The Chat Policy is enforced by [[Halopedia:User group basics|Halopedia staff]].


===What is Discord?===
===What is Discord?===