User talk:ManKoops

Editing
Hey I like that you're contributing but you are just constantly editing the same page you should really try to edit other pages too thanks and keep contributing. :) 06:13, 20 July 2016 (EDT)


 * He was editing on one page because he was trying to get the formatting for a link right; there was no need to tell him that.

Linking
Just FYI, to create a link, simply type the name of the page you're linking to inside four square brackets, like so: Dry Bones Or click on the chain icon in the tool bar above the textbox. Also, in case you want to check how your edits look before you click "Save page", please use the "Show preview" button. For more information on editing, click the links in the Welcome notice above. Thanks.

RE: Character infobox
When adding a character infobox, you must use the attributes listed here. So that means "real name" wouldn't work, because it doesn't exist, so "full_name" is used instead. Additionally, "first_appearance" needs to be all lowercase (as should every other attribute), and any spaces between attributes should be replaced with underscores (as I just did). Unfortunately, "Date of Birth" is also non-existent, so the only way you can add it is to create an entire new infobox from scratch. Any attributes you don't plan on using can be excluded. Now your code should be written like so:

Just a tip: You don't need to type in the full URL for images found on MarioWiki; just the image title (as above). Hope this helps!

Duplicate Image
Just wanted to let you know that the you uploaded already exists as. The one you uploaded may be put up for deletion at some point, possibly soon. I suggest using the already uploaded file so we don't have duplicates of the same file on the wiki. 10:50, 5 August 2016 (EDT)

Hey
Thanks for the tip actually, next time I'll inform myself about the files I upload before uploading.  Koopas lost shell http://www.mariowiki.com/images/thumb/b/b2/GreenShellMK8.png/20px-GreenShellMK8.png 11:01, 5 August 2016 (EDT)
 * Cool. You swap out the file name and I'll mark the other one up for deletion. 11:06, 5 August 2016 (EDT)

Done  Koopas lost shell http://www.mariowiki.com/images/thumb/b/b2/GreenShellMK8.png/20px-GreenShellMK8.png 11:13, 5 August 2016 (EDT)

Reminder
Because File:SHY GUY REVEALED by Foxeaf.gif had an unfilled template. Also it is. -- 15:50, 7 August 2016 (EDT)

Thanks for the warning  Koopas lost shell http://www.mariowiki.com/images/thumb/b/b2/GreenShellMK8.png/20px-GreenShellMK8.png 15:56, 7 August 2016 (EDT)

You did it again to File:3DS MarioPartySR E32016 SCRN 10.jpg. -- 15:29, 17 August 2016 (EDT)

Sorry, that wasn't on purpose, I pressed the button without knowing it! Koopas lost shell http://www.mariowiki.com/images/thumb/b/b2/GreenShellMK8.png/20px-GreenShellMK8.png 09:42, 18 August 2016 (EDT) But I guess the warning will make it stop happening.

OK. One more thing (no warning for this). Categorize the images you upload, if possible. Game images for sure have an image category. Category:Mario Party: Star Rush Images for File:MpsrA.png for example. Insert. To find the category with the exact name, use the search text box and type in Category: and then the name of the game. -- 14:45, 21 August 2016 (EDT)

Swearing
I haven't been on the wiki too long, but I'm pretty sure you aren't allowed to have the d-word on your userpage. This is supposed to be a family-friendly wiki, so could you please change it? --Sigma (talk) 14:40, 8 August 2016 (EDT)
 * Actually there is no rule against swearing as long as it's not directed at someone but you shouldn't do it too often. 19:34, 23 August 2016 (EDT)

Italics
Hey there. When editing articles, remember that game titles should be in italics. You can do this by placing two apostrophes before and after a game title.

For example,  New Super Mario Bros. Wii 

Thanks, 11:25, 12 August 2016 (EDT)


 * Please recall what YoshiKong has said here. 19:32, 23 August 2016 (EDT)

Grammar
Hi, just a reminder to please always remember to capitalise proper nouns next time (e.g. "Boos" and "SecuriMeows", not "boos" and "securimeows"). Also, keep in mind that the pronoun is spelled "which", not "witch". Thanks. 05:30, 15 August 2016 (EDT)

Oh, sorry, I'm lebanese, so I'm not an expert at grammar but anyway, I guess I'll make use of what you just said. Thanks then.  Koopas lost shell http://www.mariowiki.com/images/thumb/b/b2/GreenShellMK8.png/20px-GreenShellMK8.png 05:59, 15 August 2016 (EDT)


 * You're welcome. Also, "Wiggler" is a proper noun as well. Any words that are names, like "Mario" or "Luigi", are proper nouns, and should always have their first letter in capitals. 06:38, 15 August 2016 (EDT)

Google Images
File:PMMamarChapterClear.jpeg - Google Images is a rather terrible source to get screenshots (or any image for that matter) to satisfy articles needing a certain image. Rarely is it ever useful. Also Google Images isn't the source you should be crediting because that source can changes its search results. The best way to obtain screenshots is to follow my WIP guide. -- 15:15, 25 August 2016 (EDT)

Friendship or fiendship, whichever you prefer
Hey Koops, wanna be friends? Why, you ask? Because forums. Not to mention Switch. 20:46, 23 July 2017 (EDT)

Sure, just wait until I draw my OC and change the userbox. By the way, I really need to change that signature too. Koopas lost shell  13:17, 24 July 2017 (EDT)

Fake News - October 2017
12:49, 15 October 2017 (EDT)

Fake News - January 2017
I am so sorry this is so late, I've had a lot of work this week X_x

14:34, 16 January 2018 (EST)

Fake News - February 2018
19:33, 12 February 2018 (EST)

Fake News - April 2018
Really sorry for the lateness, I've been extremely busy this month.

18:01, 18 April 2018 (EDT)

Fake News - April 2018
Really sorry for the lateness, I've been extremely busy this month.

18:02, 18 April 2018 (EDT)

Fake News - April 2018
Really sorry for the lateness, I've been extremely busy this month.

18:02, 18 April 2018 (EDT)

Fake News - June 2018
20:27, 10 June 2018 (EDT)

Fake News - July 2018
17:57, 16 July 2018 (EDT)

Fake News - Sept '18
13:34, 10 September 2018 (EDT)

Fake News - Oct '18
20:42, 11 October 2018 (EDT)

Fake News - Nov 18
18:29, 12 November 2018 (EST)

Fake News - Dec 18
16:37, 18 December 2018 (EST)

Fake News - Jan 19
10:58, 15 January 2019 (EST)

Fake News - April 2019
18:54, April 14, 2019 (EDT)

Fake News - June 2019
19:15, June 8, 2019 (EDT)

Get in the Spirit with Strategy Wing
Hooded Pitohui (talk) 11:13 EDT, 7 October 2019 (EDT)

Thankfully, it's Strategy Wing!
In addition, I just want to look towards the future and remind you all that we're looking to have December's issue 153 celebrate 25 years of Donkey Kong Country with a Donkey Kong theme. See if you can't think up some ways to theme your sections around the big ape and his extensive world.

Hooded Pitohui (talk) 17:45 EST, 4 November 2019 (EST)

Gift Us Your Strategy Wing Sections
As you'll recall, we're celebrating Donkey Kong in this issue to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Donkey Kong Country. If you can theme your section around the big ape and his pals and enemies (or you have an idea for a special contribution), you ought to do so!

Hooded Pitohui (talk) 10:31 EST, 9 November 2019 (EST)

Need a Strategy to Complete Your Resolutions?
Hooded Pitohui (talk) 11:00, 5 January 2020 (EST)

What's More Romantic than a Well-Prepared Strategy?
I'm running a little late with getting this out this month, so you get an extra day. Let me know if you need anything.

Hooded Pitohui (talk) 16:56, 4 February 2020 (EST)

Personal images
Hello, since you're no longer using them, your personal images will be deleted unless you happen to change your mind and wish to keep them on your userpage. 05:52, February 19, 2020 (EST)

March Into Strategy Wing
Hooded Pitohui (talk) 11:47, 11 March 2020 (EST)

Hatching a Strategy Wing
Hooded Pitohui (talk) 18:01, 7 April 2020 (EDT)

It's Starting to Heat Up, So Give Me Some Strategies to Cool Down
Hooded Pitohui (talk) 15:53, 4 May 2020 (EDT)

A New Strategy Wing is About to Unfold
Oh, yes, and as you think toward the future, please recall that we'll be doing a Dr. Mario themed special issue in July. You aren't required to theme your sections, but it adds something special if you can find a way to do so!

Hooded Pitohui (talk) 19:10, 8 June 2020 (EDT)

A Check-up with Strategy Wing
Please do remember we are doing a Dr. Mario themed special issue this month. If you want to theme your sections around the sub-series, or have good ideas for special sections you'd like to submit to The 'Shroom, we highly encourage you to do so!

Hooded Pitohui (talk) 9:18, 6 July 2020 (EDT)

Don't Forget Strategy Wing in the Middle of Awards!
This is a busy month, so I can work with you if you need extra time. Please do let me know if you need anything!

Hooded Pitohui (talk) 12:06, 4 August 2020 (EDT)

Take Wing on an Autumnal Breeze
Hooded Pitohui (talk) 15:52, 8 September 2020 (EDT)

What's your Strategy for Making a Costume?
Hooded Pitohui (talk) 19:08, 6 October 2020 (EDT)

This November, Make Strategies to Remember
Looking ahead, our December issue will be themed after the Shroobs and will be celebrating the fifteenth anniversary of Mario & Luigi: Partners in Time. Do think about ways to theme your sections if possible. Aliens, babies, time travel, the game itself, it's all fair game! If you feel particularly inspired, one-off special sections are quite welcome, too! It's important to focus on this month first, but it's not a bad idea to start thinking for next month.

Hooded Pitohui (talk) 13:45, 9 November 2020 (EST)

What's Your Strategy for the Shroob Invasion?
In case you need the reminder, our December issue will be themed after the Shroobs and will be celebrating the fifteenth anniversary of Mario & Luigi: Partners in Time. Do think about ways to theme your sections if possible. Aliens, babies, time travel, the game itself, it's all fair game! If you feel particularly inspired, one-off special sections are quite welcome, too!

As always, there's room for flexibility if you'll be late or absent this month, so long as you let me know in advance of the deadline. It's particularly important you communicate these things early this month, though, as we're calculating our End-of-the-Year Awards and need to have records for our writers this month. That doesn't impact you much, but please know that earlier communication this month will ensure all goes smoothly.

Hooded Pitohui (talk) 13:42, 7 December 2020 (EST)

New Year, New Strategies
Hooded Pitohui (talk) 14:21, 4 January 2021 (EST)

Strategies for Love and Fury
Hooded Pitohui (talk) 12:47, 7 February 2021 (EST)

Jubilations for July Strategies
I'm coming in a day late with the reminder, so you have an extra day this month.

Hooded Pitohui (talk) 12:52, 6 July 2021 (EDT)

Awards and Strategies!
I know that Awards presentation crunch-time is upon us, so, please, don't worry at all if you need extra time or need to take the month off. Simply let me know, and we'll be good to go. Enjoy the Awards Ceremony, too!

Hooded Pitohui (talk) 13:09, 9 August 2021 (EDT)

End of Summer? Start of Strategies!
Please, this month, send your sections not only to myself, but to Roserade, as he will be helping to put Strategy Wing together this month. Thank you!

Hooded Pitohui (talk) 12:33, 7 September 2021 (EDT)

Maximize Your Candy Haul with Halloween Strategies!
Hooded Pitohui (talk) 16:41, 4 October 2021 (EDT)

No November is Complete Without Strategies!!
Also, thinking ahead, our December special issue will be themed around the Yoshi franchise this year, so take note! If you can tie your sections to the green dinosaur and his games in December, that will be grand, but it's not a requirement.

Hooded Pitohui (talk) 15:47, 1 November 2021 (EDT)

The End of the Year Does Not Mean the End of Strategies
If you're looking to match this month's special issue theme, remember that we're celebrating the Yoshi series! Babies? Yoshis? Dinsoaurs? Fruits? Eggs? Magikoopas? Tap-Taps? It's all fair game as you look for ways to theme your sections! If you aren't able to make a Yoshi theme work, you can always do a general holiday theme, or you don't have to do a special theme at all.

Hooded Pitohui (talk) 12:18, 6 December 2021 (EST)

Your Guide to SW in the New Year
Hooded Pitohui (talk) 15:15, 4 January 2022 (EST)

Love is in the Air, Strategy is in the Water
Hooded Pitohui (talk) 12:20, 7 February 2022 (EST)

On a Gentle Spring Breeze Flies Strategies
Hooded Pitohui (talk) 8:59, 7 March 2022 (EST)

Train Your Brain With the Strategy Wing Workout
As a reminder (not that you've missed it elsewhere), this month has a fitness theme to celebrate Yoshi876's 100th issue as Spotlight Manager. You'll likely be unable to theme your section around this, but, hey, the option is there (and the option to do a special one-off submission is also there).

Hooded Pitohui (talk) 11:09, 11 April 2022 (EDT)

MAYbe I Haven't Used This One Before?
Hooded Pitohui (talk) 13:22, 9 May 2022 (EDT)

Trade You Twenty Blue Coins for a Section?
As a reminder, this issue is celebrating the 20th anniversary of Super Mario Sunshine, and if you want to theme your section, you might theme them around summer and summer activities. However, you aren't required to theme your section, so, if you're section doesn't lend itself to that, don't worry about it a bit.

Good luck, and don't forget to vote in the Awards polls when they go up on June 12th!

Hooded Pitohui (talk) 11:07, 6 June 2022 (EDT)

I Should Have Saved The "What Ju-Lies Ahead" Joke For This
Hooded Pitohui (talk) 14:52, 5 July 2022 (EDT)

Awards, Cruise Ships, Strategy Wing
I have absolutely no problem at all with anyone taking off or submitting late this month, so no pressure. Just let me know. Hooded Pitohui (talk) 21:50, 8 August 2022 (EDT)

Ever September, Ever Time for Strategy Wing
Please note that I will be unavailable for most of the week leading up to release, so I ask that you please send your sections to Roserade and Waluigi Time. Please keep them informed if you need an extension or need the month off. Thank you! Hooded Pitohui (talk) 14:14, 5 September 2022 (EDT)

Carving Pumpkins, Carving Strategies
Hooded Pitohui (talk) 17:41, 3 October 2022 (EDT)

The Years Ever Turn
Hooded Pitohui (talk) 15:36, 11 January 2022 (EST)

Direct Tomorrow? No, Strategies Soon!
I did the thing where I still wrote "2022" last month.

Hooded Pitohui (talk) 14:14, 7 February 2023 (EST)

Direct Tomorrow? No, Strategies Soon!
Oh no, I have to remember to start writing EDT here next month. I suspect you'll see it in the forum PM, but, if not, we're also looking for feedback on SOTM from our writers. Do you find it encouraging, discouraging? Are you indifferent to it? Those kinds of things are what we're interested in. If you have any thoughts on SOTM, do let us know!

Hooded Pitohui (talk) 15:51, 6 March 2023 (EST)