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Happy November!  
Hello Pokémon Fans!


As [[Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl]] officially hit store shelves, we have some Bulbapedia updates to share.
We've got some '''exciting updates''' about [[Bulbapedia]] to share with you today - let's get started!


This year, Bulbapedia will not be locking down for the new game release. It looks like these games won't introduce mechanical differences that will require big changes to pages as we've seen in times past.  As a result, we are experimenting with the wiki remaining open and allowing folks to jump in head first with adding new information. If you're new to editing, please do not add information taken from other fansites - we don't allow plagiarism. This includes text, images, and data.  Please reach out to a member of {{bp|Staff}} if you are looking for ideas of specific tasks or projects we are looking for help with.
First, '''let's start thinking with Browsing Portals'''! A Browsing Portal is a new, curated way to navigate the encyclopedia; you can explore a variety of topics all from a single landing page. Starting off, we have portals prepared for '''[[Browse:Video Games|Video Games]]''', '''[[Browse:Animation|Animation]]''', and the '''[[Browse:Trading Card Game|Trading Card Game]]''' to help you navigate these media, with more to come later, so be sure to take a look.


In line with encouraging a wider range of users to contribute during the game release period, we have also decided to trial a new software for the [https://archives.bulbagarden.net/wiki/Main_Page Bulbagarden Archives] that allows all users to upload images; non-autoconfirmed users will have images placed in a moderation queue. Staff members will review and approve images if they are appropriate. As this feature is still undergoing testing, please report any feedback or issues you may experience with a member of Staff so it may be passed along to our technical team to address.
Next, '''user account name changes are now live'''! If you've been waiting for this feature — or are simply in the mood for a change — you can post your request on the [[Bulbapedia talk:Username policy|username policy talk page]] or message one of our many [[Bulbapedia:Staff|volunteer staff]] on their talk pages. They'll be happy to help!


We're just as excited as you for new games - have fun being back in [[Sinnoh]], and happy editing!
Now, we'd like to share a few '''policy updates''':


:Pokemaster97
* With an increasing number of leaks of TCG cards, we've '''updated our [[Bulbapedia:Unreleased materials policy|Unreleased Materials Policy]] to include illegally obtained cards'''. Going forward, leaks of cards and products that occur during the production process, such as theft or unauthorized photography from a printing facility, will not be covered on Bulbapedia.
 
* In order to provide further clarity and consistency across projects, we've '''updated the [[Bulbapedia:Manual of style|manual of style]] with guidelines on [[Bulbapedia:Manual of style#Article titles and terminology|how to title articles]]'''. You can read the detailed update on Bulbanews here: [https://bulbagarden.net/threads/bulbapedia-messages-from-the-editor-may-27-2024.301778/ Bulbapedia: Messages from the Editor — May 27th, 2024]
 
And finally, I'm pleased to share that '''Bulbagarden and Bulbapedia are hosting [https://bulbagarden.net/threads/come-help-us-in-growing-the-garden-applications-for-volunteer-positions-with-bulbagarden-and-the-bulbapedia-are-open-until-june-16th.301762/ a staff drive]'''! If you have any interest in joining our volunteer staff team, '''fill out our [https://bulbagarden.net/forms/index.php/351963?lang=en Bulbapedia Junior Administrator application]''' before June 16th. We hope you take this chance to make a lasting impact on our community encyclopedia - we can't wait to hear from you!
 
That’s all for now. See you next time!
 
:Maverick Nate
:Editor-in-Chief, Bulbapedia
:Editor-in-Chief, Bulbapedia
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Latest revision as of 13:27, 27 May 2024

May 27 043

Hello Pokémon Fans!

We've got some exciting updates about Bulbapedia to share with you today - let's get started!

First, let's start thinking with Browsing Portals! A Browsing Portal is a new, curated way to navigate the encyclopedia; you can explore a variety of topics all from a single landing page. Starting off, we have portals prepared for Video Games, Animation, and the Trading Card Game to help you navigate these media, with more to come later, so be sure to take a look.

Next, user account name changes are now live! If you've been waiting for this feature — or are simply in the mood for a change — you can post your request on the username policy talk page or message one of our many volunteer staff on their talk pages. They'll be happy to help!

Now, we'd like to share a few policy updates:

  • With an increasing number of leaks of TCG cards, we've updated our Unreleased Materials Policy to include illegally obtained cards. Going forward, leaks of cards and products that occur during the production process, such as theft or unauthorized photography from a printing facility, will not be covered on Bulbapedia.

And finally, I'm pleased to share that Bulbagarden and Bulbapedia are hosting a staff drive! If you have any interest in joining our volunteer staff team, fill out our Bulbapedia Junior Administrator application before June 16th. We hope you take this chance to make a lasting impact on our community encyclopedia - we can't wait to hear from you!

That’s all for now. See you next time!

Maverick Nate
Editor-in-Chief, Bulbapedia

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