3,599
edits
Creation and Upkeep of a Character Page: Difference between revisions
Jump to navigation
Jump to search
m
Creation and Upkeep of a Character Page (view source)
Revision as of 16:06, 22 April 2023
, 22 April 2023no edit summary
m (Inconsistant naming FTL.) |
mNo edit summary |
||
| (6 intermediate revisions by 4 users not shown) | |||
| Line 16: | Line 16: | ||
To get a jump-start on your page, let's use a template that will fill in a basic structure for your page and get you started. Follow these instructions: | To get a jump-start on your page, let's use a template that will fill in a basic structure for your page and get you started. Follow these instructions: | ||
* '''Step 1:''' On your character page, click the "Edit" tab at the top. | * '''Step 1:''' On your character page, click the "Edit Source" tab at the top. | ||
* '''Step 2:''' Paste the text below into the edit window and hit save: | * '''Step 2:''' Paste the text below into the edit window and hit save: | ||
| Line 31: | Line 31: | ||
Stuck? Not sure how to fix or change something? Lots of folks are standing by to help. Try these avenues: | Stuck? Not sure how to fix or change something? Lots of folks are standing by to help. Try these avenues: | ||
# '''[http://www.starbase118.net/chat/ Pop into the chat room]:''' | # '''[http://www.starbase118.net/chat/ Pop into the chat room]:''' Head to Discord and create a new thread in the #wiki-web-questions forum. Make sure to explain the problem in as much detail as possible, and provide a link to your page if you have one. | ||
# '''Ask your crewmates for help:''' You can always email your ship's OOC email list and ask for help. Every crew has at least one, and sometimes many more wiki-savvy members who are happy to assist. | # '''Ask your crewmates for help:''' You can always email your ship's OOC email list and ask for help. Every crew has at least one, and sometimes many more wiki-savvy members who are happy to assist. | ||
{{Heading|Adding Categories|#FBABAC}} | {{Heading|Adding Categories|#FBABAC}} | ||
| Line 47: | Line 46: | ||
Next, what does your character do?: | Next, what does your character do?: | ||
* | * They are an [[Engineering (Duty Post)|Engineering officer]]: '''<nowiki>[[Category:Engineers]]</nowiki>''' | ||
* | * They are a [[Medical (Duty Post)|Nurse]]: '''<nowiki>[[Category:Nurses]]</nowiki>''' | ||
* | * They are a [[Medical (Duty Post)|Doctor or Medic]]: '''<nowiki>[[Category:Healers and doctors]]</nowiki>''' and '''<nowiki>[[Category:Medical Officers]]</nowiki>''' | ||
* | * They are a [[Counselor (Duty Post)|Counselor]]: '''<nowiki>[[Category:Mental Health experts]]</nowiki>''' and '''<nowiki>[[Category:Counselors]]</nowiki>''' | ||
* | * They are a [[Security (Duty_Post)|Security officer]]: '''<nowiki>[[Category:Security Officers]]</nowiki>''' | ||
* | * They are a [[Tactical (Duty Post)|Tactical officer]]: '''<nowiki>[[Category:Tactical Officers]]</nowiki>''' | ||
* | * They are a [[Helm/Com/Ops_(Duty_Post)|Helm Officer]]: '''<nowiki>[[Category:Helm Officers]]</nowiki>''' | ||
* | * They are a [[Helm/Com/Ops_(Duty_Post)|Communications Officer]]: '''<nowiki>[[Category:Communications Officers]]</nowiki>''' | ||
* | * They are a [[Helm/Com/Ops_(Duty_Post)|Operations Officer]]: '''<nowiki>[[Category:Operations Officers]]</nowiki>''' | ||
* | * They are a [[Helm/Com/Ops_(Duty_Post)|HCO officer]]: '''<nowiki>[[Category:HCO Officers]]</nowiki>''' | ||
* | * They are a [[Science (Duty Post)|Science]] officer: '''<nowiki>[[Category:Scientists]]</nowiki>''' and '''<nowiki>[[Category:Science Offiers]]</nowiki>''' | ||
* | * They are a Starfleet Captain: '''<nowiki>[[Category: Commanding Officers]]</nowiki>''' | ||
* | * They are a Diplomatic Officer, or Ambassador: '''<nowiki>[[Category: Diplomats]]</nowiki>''' | ||
* | * They are a [[StarFleet_Marine_Corps|Marine]] of some type: '''<nowiki>[[Category:Marines]]</nowiki>''' | ||
* | * They are an [[Intelligence_(Duty_Post)|Intelligence officer]] of some type: '''<nowiki>[[Category:Intelligence Officers]]</nowiki>''' | ||
* | * They are a First Officer: '''<nowiki>[[Category:First Officers]]</nowiki>''' | ||
* | * They are a Chief Medical Officer: '''<nowiki>[[Category:Chief Medical Officers]]</nowiki>''' | ||
* | * They are a Chief Engineer: '''<nowiki>[[Category:Chief Engineers]]</nowiki>''' | ||
Don't see the one you need? A complete list of duty post categories can be found in the [[:Category:Individuals by duty post|Individuals by duty post]] category. | Don't see the one you need? A complete list of duty post categories can be found in the [[:Category:Individuals by duty post|Individuals by duty post]] category. | ||
| Line 73: | Line 72: | ||
Now we need to affiliate your character page with the species of your character. Many races already have categories available – simply head to the [[:Category:Individuals by species|Individuals by species]] category and find yours. Add that category, like so: '''<nowiki>[[Category:Vulcans]]</nowiki>'''. | Now we need to affiliate your character page with the species of your character. Many races already have categories available – simply head to the [[:Category:Individuals by species|Individuals by species]] category and find yours. Add that category, like so: '''<nowiki>[[Category:Vulcans]]</nowiki>'''. | ||
If your character is a hybrid of two species, add both species categories. | If your character is a hybrid of two species, add both species categories as well as '''<nowiki>[[Category:Hybrids]]</nowiki>'''. | ||
If you can't find your species category, post a new thread in the [http://forums.starbase118.net/index.php/forum/539-wiki-helpdesk/ wiki helpdesk forum] asking about your chosen species. | If you can't find your species category, post a new thread in the [http://forums.starbase118.net/index.php/forum/539-wiki-helpdesk/ wiki helpdesk forum] asking about your chosen species. | ||
| Line 79: | Line 78: | ||
{{SubHeading|Traits|#FBABAC}} | {{SubHeading|Traits|#FBABAC}} | ||
Does your character fit one of the following traits?: | Does your character fit one of the following traits?: | ||
* | * If they have any ESP like abilities then they would be a [[Readers Guild|Reader]]. For more information about this or to make sure your character qualifies as a reader follow the link, [[Readers Guild|Reader]]. Once you are sure your character qualifies as a reader then add the following category: '''<nowiki>[[Category:Reader Characters]]</nowiki>''' | ||
* | * If they are a [[Lambda Alliance|Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, or Transgender]] character then add the following category: '''<nowiki>[[Category:GLBT Characters]]</nowiki>''' | ||
* | * If they hold a noble title then add this category: '''<nowiki>[[Category:Nobility]]</nowiki>''' | ||
* | * If they are a Secondary Character for you then add this category: '''<nowiki>[[Category:Secondary Characters]]</nowiki>''' | ||
** '''Keep in Mind''' that only officers who are above the rank of Lieutenant may request a secondary character. See [[Characters FAQ]] for more info on how to request a secondary character. | ** '''Keep in Mind''' that only officers who are above the rank of Lieutenant may request a secondary character. See [[Characters FAQ]] for more info on how to request a secondary character. | ||
| Line 93: | Line 92: | ||
Characters die, or retire, as things change. We have categories for that, as well. | Characters die, or retire, as things change. We have categories for that, as well. | ||
* | *They are deceased: '''<nowiki>[[Category:Deceased characters]]</nowiki>''' | ||
* | *They are retired: '''<nowiki>[[Category:Retired Characters]]</nowiki>''' | ||
{{Heading|Character Portrait|#FBABAC}} | |||
You'll also want to add a picture of your character to your profile! Our fantastic Image Collective team can help with this. After you've completed training, [https://forums.starbase118.net/topic/13265-read-this-before-requesting-a-graphic/ read this forum thread] and then start a new thread with your request. In a few days you will have a character portrait you can upload to the wiki. | |||
When you're ready, head to the [[Special:Upload|wiki's upload page]] and carefully follow the directions on that page. Do not skip steps! Use these settings: | |||
* '''Destination filename:''' Edit the file name so that it says your character's name after <code>portrait-</code>, like so: "portrait-TristanWolf.png" Make sure you don't accidentally remove the file extension (.png, .jpg, etc.) | |||
* '''Summary:''' <nowiki>[[Category:Character Images]]</nowiki> | |||
Then click Upload File. You should find yourself on a page titled something like <code>File:portrait-TristanWolf.png</code>. | |||
Copy the title and head back to your character page, then click Edit. Look for following code near the top of the page: | |||
<code>|IMAGE = </code> | |||
After the equal sign, paste your file name. Remove the <code>File:</code> prefix. Save the page and your character portrait should appear! | |||
{{Heading|Great examples|#FBABAC}} | {{Heading|Great examples|#FBABAC}} | ||