User:JustSomeDude.../Sandbox

So this is where I'm making my draft/edit to PX's Manual of Style. It's gonna take me a few days, but when I'm done, I'll post it on the forum.

I’ve copy/pasted PX’s version rather than starting from scratch. Unless anyone else wants to make substantial changes to the Manual of Style, discuss minor changes on the talk page of this article, and we’ll get this thing close to done. Major changes can be discussed in the forum.

Below is a list of changes I've made from PX's version. If a detail isn't mentioned below, then I'm not responsible for creating it, it's from PX's version. Especially the stuff about layouts and templates: Don't try to talk to me specifically about those things, because I won't understand them. Use the talk page if you wanna talk to people who will understand you. Here's the list of changes I've made from PX's version:


 * Significantly expanded the Writing Style section.
 * Added a subsection on grammar. I’m trying to cover many of the common mistakes seen in articles. Feel free to suggest others to add.


 * Changed the example of Episode 543 to Episode 537, since 543 had no short summary.


 * Edited section on Talk Pages. I added forums as another appropriate place for speculations, in addition to blogs.


 * Added to the section on Bans after discussing DP's policies on IPs and new users. I also added the no-brainier of "insults are bad, you can get banned for them."


 * Jademing removed the trivia from the chapter layout, because we don't have trivia in the chapter articles.

Here’s a list of sections/details I’d like assistance with:


 * Help me format this if I’ve done something wrong. I’m bad with HTML, and I’m sure most all of you know more than I do. If you see a minor formatting error, feel free to edit this page yourself. It will be much faster than trying to get me to fix it. Be sure to note what it is in your edit summary. At this point, I know there are errors all over this, and I have no idea ho fix them.
 * If ironically enough, you see a spelling, grammatical or punctuation error, feel free to fix that too.


 * Does the rule about writing about fiction being in the present tense apply to character history articles? And how does the Timeskip affect that rule? If anyone can provide evidence of the grammar rule on this issue, that is greatly preferable to anyone’s opinion.


 * Is the rule on “The Principle of Least Astonishment” worded poorly or is it just total BS? I felt it needed to be said, but I’m not satisfied with the results.


 * Is there a better way to tell people to use “It is revealed that...” in chapter notes sections than I said?

I would like to incorporate the Forum Rules and Blog Rules into the MoS as well. The image guidelines are linked to, and some chat rules are mentioned, because of that I think we should cover (or link to) rules for Forums and Blogs. Problem is the Forum Rules are terribly out of date (see Forum:Forum and Poll Rules Updates), and Blog Rules don’t exist yet (see Forum:Blog Rules).

Thanks, 22:53, August 8, 2012 (UTC)

One Piece Wiki Manual of Style
This is the One Piece Wiki's Manual of Style, please do not do any reorganization and cleanup of wikitext on the wiki unless you are fixing things to follow this style guideline.

Characters
For an example, see Shanks.


 * (main) - The beginning section with general intro. This is the one without a section name.


 * Appearance - The character's appearance at all points in the storyline and a gallery with the various appearances the character has had (if necessary).


 * Personality - A description of the character's personality.


 * Relationships - A description of the character's relationships with other characters and groups. This section is subdivided based on the character's types of relationships: crew/main affiliation is first, other friends are second, enemies are third, and other relationships are last.


 * Abilities and Powers - A brief description of the character's abilities and strengths.


 * Devil Fruit - A brief description of the character's devil fruit or fruits. Do NOT describe attacks, as those shall be covered on the Devil Fruit's page.


 * Haki - Description of the character's use of Haki, if the character is able to use it. Again, do not detail specific attacks.


 * Weapons - A description of the weapons utilized by this character. Once again, no specific attacks.


 * Attack List - a list of the character's attacks (only if the attacks are not detailed elsewhere, such as a Devil Fruit page, haki, or weapons/fighting style page).


 * History - A character's history in chronological order (not in the order information was revealed).


 * Major Battles - A list of significant battles the character has had. If unseen or has occurred multiple times, add this as well.


 * Filler Battles (if any) - Anime-only or movie battles.


 * Early One Piece - The character's significance in early versions of One Piece (if necessary), such as the Romance Dawn versions.


 * Anime and Manga Differences - Differences in a character from the anime to manga. Do not add minor events, as those will be detailed on the episode pages.


 * Translation and Dub Issues - Translation or dub issues such as naming problems.


 * Other Appearances - Appearances of the character in other media.


 * Merchandise - Merchandise for the character.


 * Trivia - Random trivia-worthy information about the character. Please do not repeat any information in the above sections.


 * References - Just the ==References== section with a tag below it. To collect the template info in the page. Individual bits of info should be tagged with specific citation other than just the general sources section. For more information on the template, go to this page: Template:Qref.


 * External Links - External links related to the page.


 * Site Navigation

Devil Fruits
For an example, see Ope Ope no Mi.


 * (main) - The beginning section with general information concerning the nature of the devil fruit and its user. This is the one without a section name.


 * Strengths and Weaknesses - Strengths and weaknesses that the Fruit has.


 * Usage - The usage of the Devil Fruit and the attacks that have so far been named.


 * References


 * Site Navigation

Chapter Pages
For an example, see Chapter 664.


 * (main) - The beginning section containing the name and number of the chapter.


 * Cover Page - A brief description of the events and characters on the cover page, as well as the cover story it is part of (if any).


 * Short Summary - A brief description of all the events of the chapter.


 * Long Summary - A detailed summary of the chapter's events.


 * Quick References


 * Chapter Notes - list of important events and occurrences in the chapter.


 * Characters - list of characters and the various affiliations they have.


 * Arc Navigation - Arc navigation box for the arc the chapter is a part of.

Episode Pages
For an example, see Episode 537.


 * (main) - The beginning section containing the name and number of the episode.


 * Summary - A summary of the events of the episode.


 * Characters in Order of Appearance - a list of characters in the order in which they appeared. Do not mention characters that appeared during the opening song of the episode.


 * Anime and Manga Differences - a description of how events were different between the manga and anime.


 * Site Navigation

Crew Pages

 * (main) - The beginning section containing the name, captain, bounty, and a brief description of the crew.


 * Crewmates - A list of all the crew's members, with a chart to show its known members.


 * Crew Strength - A description of the crew's overall strength and power.


 * Ship - A description of all ships utilized by the crew, with a gallery to illustrate them if necessary.


 * Trivia - Random information related to the article.


 * References


 * Site Navigation

Navigation Boxes
To access the code for the following navigation boxes, edit the page and view in source mode. Note that the maximum size for images on character navigation boxes is 250px. See Image Guidelines for further information regarding images in navigation boxes.

Character Pages
For how to use it, go to here: Template:Char box

Devil Fruit Pages
For how to use it, go to here: Template:Devil Fruit box

Chapter Pages
For how to use it, go to here: Template:Chapter box

Episode Pages
For how to use it, go to here: Template:Episode Box

Crew Pages
For how to use it, go to here: Template:Crew box

Character Charts

 * All images in this navigation box must be 120px. All names and pictures must be linked to the character.

Site Navigation
For site navigation boxes, go to here: Template:Navibox

Color Schemes

 * Each organization or crew has its own unique color scheme, which is usually its own template page. For the sake of consistency, use the same color scheme for all members and ships of that group.


 * On Devil Fruit navigation boxes (including the Devil Fruit section of character boxes), each fruit has a set of colors that are designed to best reflect the colors of the fruit.


 * Each story arc also has its own color scheme which is generally used on the arc page and arc navigation box.

Writing Style

 * On all pages, all names and attacks (such as Gomu Gomu no Mi and Gomu Gomu no Jet Gatling) will be left in English.


 * Do not add content unrelated to the article. Be sure to make sure that everything on a page is directly related to the subject of the article.


 * In terms of determining the reliability of priority of sources, remember: Original Manga <- SBS <- Databooks <- Anime <- Scanlators (depending on the reliability of the scanlator) <- English Dubs (Such as Viz and FUNimation). (Original manga is the best source to use, then SBS, etc.)


 * Use words that are appropriate to the article and keep the language simple.
 * Avoid the use of obscenities in articles. They can be used only in the context of quotes from characters.
 * Avoid the use of slang terms/euphemisms. Instead of saying “Usopp went to take a leak” say “Usopp went to relieve himself.” Instead of saying “Sanij got pissed” say “Sanji got angry.” Slang terms and euphemisms are difficult for non-native English readers to understand, and this wiki is used by many non-native English speakers.


 * Keep the short summaries short.
 * Do not use phrases such as “the chapter begins with” or “the scene changes to” in short summaries.
 * Only discuss the events of the chapter or episode in minor detail in the short summaries.


 * In the chapter notes make sure you are referring to events that happened in the chapter. Instead of saying “Enel ate the Goro Goro no Mi” say “It is revealed that Enel ate the Goro Goro no mi.” The former case is unclear and can be misinterpreted as meaning that Enel was shown eating the Goro Goro no mi in the chapter, instead of the truth which is it was simply stated in the chapter that he ate the fruit at some point in the past.


 * Do not write in a style that adds suspense. See this link. As a wikia based on a suspenseful series, writing with a degree of suspense is required. However, users should not add suspense themselves. We should strive to convey the suspense contained in the source material, not add suspense that was not present in the source material.


 * If counter-productive edits (commonly known as an edit war) between two or more users are occurring, the users should stop changing the page and use the talk page to resolve the issue. If they do not stop changing the page, an administrator will be forced to protect the page until the issue is resolved.

Grammar

 * The titles of works should be italics such as One Piece.


 * If a word is found in British English or American English, leave it as is.


 * Avoid the use of any contractions, such as “didn’t” “could’ve” etc. Use the full forms “did not” “Could have” instead. Contractions do not belong in encyclopedic writing styles.
 * ”It’s” is a contraction, and should not be used.“It’s” is short for “it is” and is not the possessive of “it”, the possessive form of “it” is “its” with no apostrophe.


 * Keep the tenses of articles/sections consistent.
 * When writing about fiction, the rule is to use the present tense. This is a rule among English writers, because at any point somebody can read or watch any part of the series. This makes the series "alive" in the eyes of the reader.
 * This means all episode and chapter summaries should be written in the present tense. If the content of a section of a chapter or episode is a flashback to a previous story point, then the past tense should be used in the summary.


 * Use proper capitalization rules for titles where appropriate. This includes things such as, Chapter/Episode names, Cover Story titles, and section headings.


 * When referring to a specific episode, capitalize the word "Episode." Due to the fact that our article names are "Episode #" instead of the episode's true name, this makes the word "episode" part of the title, and therefore worth capitalization.


 * If you have any doubts about English Grammar in Wiki articles, see Wikipedia’s Manual of Style

WikiText style

 * Headers should be in the form ==Header==, not the form == Header ==. This only applies to articles, image pages use == Summary == automatically and talkpages are free form and no changes should ever be made to header style.


 * Links like devil fruit, Whitebeard and Luffy should be used, not links with redirects like devil fruit, Whitebeard and Luffy.


 * For links such that are possessive, include the 's in the link. For example, use Ace's instead of Ace's.

Speculation Policies

 * Speculation is defined as any information assumed by a character or person and unconfirmed in the series. A prime example is Urouge calling Zoro the first mate, even though it was never confirmed by anyone in the series.


 * All speculation, such as the death or a character or their abilities and powers (if unconfirmed), are to be left off of articles and taken to a forum or blog. In addition, never add "it is assumed that", "it is speculated that", or any related phrases that indicate speculation.

Talk Pages

 * Article talk pages are used to discuss issues on the article itself, not for speculation on the article's content. This shall be taken to blogs or the forum.


 * Personal attacks between users are not permitted on talk pages. Continuing this activity may result in a ban.

Spoilers

 * Spoilers are any information unconfirmed by an official source. Due to them being unconfirmed, they may not be used on articles.


 * Do not post chapter spoilers until they have been released by an official source.


 * Do not post information translated by an unofficial source such as on a random forum or fansite.

Canon vs. Non-canon

 * Only the original manga and works written by Oda into the official storyline are considered canon. Examples of canon information include Monsters, Strong World, SBS, and Wanted!, not to mention the original manga.


 * Non-canon information includes anime, games and movies.


 * Non-canon information can be posted on articles, however, it must be labeled as non-canon and separated from canon information.

Translation and Dub Issues
For further information, see Name Spellings.


 * In determining the translation of a name or word, the order of reliability is Original Manga <- SBS <- Databooks <- Anime <- Scanlators (depending on the reliability of the scanlator) <- English Dubs (Such as Viz and FUNimation).


 * In names with unconfirmed romanization where "ou" is used, use only one o. In addition, use only one u instead of "uu".

Images
For further information, see Image Guidelines.


 * No videos are allowed on this wiki.


 * No fanart of any kind is allowed.


 * All images must have the correct licensing and have a source.

Ban and Vandalism Policies

 * Actions that merit a ban include the following: deleting all the text or a large portion of the text from a page, adding obscenities, adding gibberish or false information (including, but not limited to, fanfiction information and speculations), changing the article's name without discussion, or changing the text of an article to another language besides English (except in the case of names and attacks, as detailed above). Adding images that are inappropriate or refusing to comply to the rules of the wiki after being warned may also result in a ban. Editing user pages and vandalizing their user pages is also forbidden.
 * Repeatedly violating the Image Guidelines is a ban-worthy offense.
 * Purposefully insulting or offending other editors of the Wiki is unacceptable and is a ban-worthy offense. The wikia is a community of internet users working towards a common goal, and petty insults impair the community's ability to reach their goal.
 * If a user has been accused of actions that merit a ban, they will be warned about the rules of the wiki and referred to this page for reference. If the problem continues, then a ban request will be issued. For some cases, a forum will be made discussing the reasons for the ban request. Ban lengths and conditions will also be discussed there.
 * Anonymous users (IPs) and new registered users will not be granted the privilege of forums regarding their bans, and they will be banned at an admin's discretion. Registered users will be warned on their talk pages, and if they continue to disregard the rules and the warning, they will be banned (usually for one month, but the bans can be longer or permanent if the vandalism is severe enough). Anonymous users will be banned permanently.

Chat Room

 * The chat room is first and foremost a privilege that can be removed at any time. There have been occasions in the past where the chat was shut down due to the immaturity of editors. Please remain respectful in order to keep the privilege for all users.


 * Unacceptable behavior on the chat includes spamming (typing the same message over and over again), posting inappropriate pictures or links, or continuously attacking another user (even those who are not in the chat) despite requests to stop.
 * While swearing is allowed in our chat room, excessively swearing at other users may still lead to a ban.


 * A user may be banned from the chat by one of the eight chat moderators or an admin, all of which are recognized by a gold star next to their name while in chat.