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===Why was my edit reverted?=== | ===Why was my edit reverted?=== | ||
If your edit has been reverted and you aren't sure why, please first check if the user who undid it has explained why themselves, whether on the edit description (which can be viewed in the page's history) or via [[Special:MyTalk|your talk page]]. It is likely that it either was [[Halopedia:Canon | If your edit has been reverted and you aren't sure why, please first check if the user who undid it has explained why themselves, whether on the edit description (which can be viewed in the page's history) or via [[Special:MyTalk|your talk page]]. It is likely that it either was [[Halopedia:Canon policy|non-canonical]], [[Halopedia:Citation policy|unsourced]], or did not meet our [[Halopedia:Manual of Style|Manual of Style]]. After this, if you haven't been able to find a reason why your edit was undone, contact the user directly about it. However, be civil and do '''not''' be hostile, lest you cause an argument - the user who reverted your edit likely was doing what they thought was best for the wiki, just like you were. | ||
If you disagree with the reason given, please contact a member of the Halopedia staff to discuss it with, rather than simply reinstating your edit, which could cause what is known as an edit war - where two or more users repeatedly edit a page, each user trying to force the page to remain the way that they prefer it. | If you disagree with the reason given, please contact a member of the Halopedia staff to discuss it with, rather than simply reinstating your edit, which could cause what is known as an edit war - where two or more users repeatedly edit a page, each user trying to force the page to remain the way that they prefer it. | ||
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=== What if the information from one source contradicts another? === | === What if the information from one source contradicts another? === | ||
{{Main|Halopedia:Canon | {{Main|Halopedia:Canon policy|l1=Halopedia's stance on Halo canon}} | ||
Given the Halo universe encompasses several forms of media and many individuals in said media's making, there are instances where two or more sources contradict one another. In these situations, the source which is said to be canon is that which was most closely overseen by the core creative team of Halo; the other sources are said to be non-canon as it pertains to the contested information. If, on the other hand, the information presented in one source does not conflict with that of those more closely related to the creators of the series, it can be considered canon. | Given the Halo universe encompasses several forms of media and many individuals in said media's making, there are instances where two or more sources contradict one another. In these situations, the source which is said to be canon is that which was most closely overseen by the core creative team of Halo; the other sources are said to be non-canon as it pertains to the contested information. If, on the other hand, the information presented in one source does not conflict with that of those more closely related to the creators of the series, it can be considered canon. | ||
==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 | 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?=== | ||
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The Halopedia administration is on good terms with the staff of Halo Alpha, and vice versa. Although there have been isolated incidents between individual users in the past, this is not indicative of any hostilities between the sites themselves. It is the firm belief of both wikis' administrations that the idea of a rivalry between Halopedia and Halo Alpha is counter-productive and petty. | The Halopedia administration is on good terms with the staff of Halo Alpha, and vice versa. Although there have been isolated incidents between individual users in the past, this is not indicative of any hostilities between the sites themselves. It is the firm belief of both wikis' administrations that the idea of a rivalry between Halopedia and Halo Alpha is counter-productive and petty. | ||
If a user, on the premise of some perceived animosity between the wikis, performs acts of vandalism or harassment against Halo Alpha or its users and claims them to be in the name of Halopedia, the user will be punished according to our [[Halopedia: | If a user, on the premise of some perceived animosity between the wikis, performs acts of vandalism or harassment against Halo Alpha or its users and claims them to be in the name of Halopedia, the user will be punished according to our [[Halopedia:Blocking policy|Blocking policy]]. Halopedia discourages and condemns this sort of behavior, as it has the potential to harm the site's amicable relationship with Halo Alpha, as well as Halopedia's reputation elsewhere. Likewise Halo Alpha shares a similar mindset, which is reflected by [http://halo.wikia.com/wiki/Project:Frequently_Asked_Questions#What_is_Halo_Alpha.27s_relationship_with_Halopedia_like.3F its own FAQ page]. | ||
===What is Halo Fanon?=== | ===What is Halo Fanon?=== | ||
{{Main|halofanon:Halo Fanon:About|l1=Halo Fanon: About}} | {{Main|halofanon:Halo Fanon:About|l1=Halo Fanon: About}} | ||
Halo Fanon is a wiki which aims to allow users to create and document their own unofficial expansions to the [[Halo Universe|''Halo'' universe]], provided they are [[halofanon:Halo Fanon:Canon | Halo Fanon is a wiki which aims to allow users to create and document their own unofficial expansions to the [[Halo Universe|''Halo'' universe]], provided they are [[halofanon:Halo Fanon:Canon policy|canon-friendly]]. These can be in the form of fan-fictions, ideas for ''Halo'' games or even simply articles about fan-made content. However, it is not run by [[Halopedia:Usergroup_and_Roles_basics|Halopedia staff]], and any issues with the site should be taken to [[halofanon:Halo Fanon:Administrators|its administrators]]. | ||
Although the wikis are not officially linked in any capacity, Halopedia recommends that any users who intend on writing fan-fiction do so on [[halofanon:Main_Page|Halo Fanon]] rather than Halopedia, as any fan-fiction added to articles here will be removed without warning, as per our [[Halopedia:Canon | Although the wikis are not officially linked in any capacity, Halopedia recommends that any users who intend on writing fan-fiction do so on [[halofanon:Main_Page|Halo Fanon]] rather than Halopedia, as any fan-fiction added to articles here will be removed without warning, as per our [[Halopedia:Canon policy|Canon policy]]. | ||
==Miscellaneous questions== | ==Miscellaneous questions== | ||