User talk:Anonymous Dissident/September

=2007=

Can't
Be any rouger that this. :D  Maxim (talk)  01:10, 1 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Should I delete the comment outright? Or not? Muhahaha!  Maxim (talk)  01:17, 1 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Zapped. :D  Maxim (talk)  01:24, 1 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Meanie!!! ~*Ariel goes into the corner to cry*~ [[Image:Face-crying.svg|25px]] Ariel ♥ Gold 01:40, 1 September 2007 (UTC)
 * What can you do Ariel?? he's rogue!! -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 01:47, 1 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Yeah, big meanie Maxim abusing his rogue super-hero powers! What can us normal people do? (Although, my dear AD, you will soon have super powers of your very own!) [[Image:Face-wink.svg|25px]] Ariel ♥ Gold 01:50, 1 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Maybe I shut put Ariel out of her misery, and enforce to boot.  Maxim (talk)  02:00, 1 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Uhoh! It is time to call in the heavy units!!! -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 02:02, 1 September 2007 (UTC)
 * [[Image:Face-smile-big.svg|25px]] Nah, you don't want to do that, I'm a sweetie! ~*Runs and hides behind AD*~ Ariel ♥ Gold 02:07, 1 September 2007 (UTC)
 * About the heavy units... I've arranged my friends after I gained adminship to do me a very similar favor, so I'm afraid all the heavy units now bend to my will. Muhahaha!!! Just kidding, Jimbo.  Maxim (talk)  02:10, 1 September 2007 (UTC)
 * lol, wow that's pretty wild. Ironically, I've written a guidebook to internet security, but I don't know if I'll ever understand the people who devote their time to creating programs or what have you, with the express design of doing destruction or harm to others. ~*Sigh*~. I guess I still try to have faith in basic human goodness, does that make me naive? [[Image:Face-grin.svg|25px]] Ariel ♥  Gold 02:17, 1 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Probably. I was Evilclown before I changed usernames, because I always wanted Maxim, yet Evilclown was always my second choice. On the other hand, I'm only kidding, I'm not yet Wonderfooling around.  Maxim (talk)  02:23, 1 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Just when I think I'm too tired to laugh, you manage to squeak one out of me. Too cute! Ariel ♥ Gold 02:28, 1 September 2007 (UTC)

AOM list
Your edits are great! Really helpful, in particular the lead. However, with the images I think we should remove them because they aren't really contributing much to the article. We should replace them with maybe a screenshot of gameplay or create a new screenshot of a small town under construction or something like that, rather than the game covers. – sebi 05:34, 1 September 2007 (UTC)
 * I was thinking that you might be able to take a screenshot, because I don't have AOM installed as of right now. Microsoft's press pack might have something, I'll check up on that a little later, or we could use another image from the AOM article (like this one, or this one). What do you think? – sebi 05:38, 1 September 2007 (UTC)
 * That's fine. A screenshot maybe of a small village repopulating and rebuilding after a recent siege from an enemy, or a small village just building up, something that shows the building and units aspect of gameplay.  Sebi  [talk] 21:34, 1 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Yeah, something like that. I'll try and figure something out for the caption later.  Sebi  [talk] 21:40, 1 September 2007 (UTC)

Are you online? If you are, go on IRC.  Sebi  [talk] 23:33, 1 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Ah, sorry my Internet is constantly disconnecting. Don't worry about IRC anymore, just wondering whether you ever go on IRC, because I haven't seen you on there at all.  Sebi  [talk] 23:59, 1 September 2007 (UTC)

The image currently being used in the article is the one from the press-kit; I'll remind Hermit to take some screenies after this message. I'll fix up the fair use rationale and that other stuff, I have something in mind.  Sebi  [talk] 09:23, 2 September 2007 (UTC)
 * We'll see how Hermit's screenies go and decide whether they are worth using in the article, and if the current one is better, then I guess we'll use it.  Sebi  [talk] 09:26, 2 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Don't worry about it.  Sebi  [talk] 05:49, 3 September 2007 (UTC)

User:BigBadUglyBugFacedBabyEatingO%27Brian
Upon further review, I don't care what you do with this username. I just looked at the username and the contributions list: Months of contributions with no complaints about the username, and then leaving almost a year ago. Didn't seem worth the trouble. But now, looking at the talk page, I see that he had a history of vandalism. So, I guess you can try out that shiny block button on him in a few days if you'd like. :-) Grand  master  ka  06:39, 1 September 2007 (UTC)

Image:arms-bishops-stortford.jpg
How did you find ? It appears to be just a page in the username space. I've had a look through the new users log (to see if it had just been created and the name had confused the software) but I can't find anything. Secretlondon 07:53, 2 September 2007 (UTC)
 * There is loads of stuff in userspace that doesn't match user accounts. Some people make redirects from nicknames to their account, for example. You can tell if it's an actual account by seeing if there is a "user contributions" option in the menu. For example User:I've just made this up. We can edit that page but it doesn't create an account. Secretlondon 07:57, 2 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Yes, I know. I just had a senior moment, if you will. Thanks for clearing up my error. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 07:59, 2 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Don't worry! Everyone is on a learning curve. Someone deleted it whilst I was getting breakfast! (I was concerned that it had edited and the software had not picked it up. Some people do like to make usernames to see if they break anything) Secretlondon 08:12, 2 September 2007 (UTC)
 * I reckon it was someone trying to make a category and getting confused.. All gone now! Secretlondon 08:17, 2 September 2007 (UTC)

Lol
Careful with that aorta man! Thugs and gangstas anyway; what's this world coming to! Jmlk 1  7  09:42, 2 September 2007 (UTC)

IRC cloak request
I am AnonDiss on freenode and I would like the cloak wikipedia/Anonymous Dissident. Thanks. Anonymous Dissident Talk 14:55, 2 September 2007 (UTC)
 * :) Good to see you're coming on IRC. ~   Wi ki  her mit  17:57, 2 September 2007 (UTC)

merge with MWRNB
Hello, I'm glad to join this project, and I posted some thoughts on merge with MWRNB / WP:MALTA. I'm not at all trying to protect my turf, actually I think there are some complimentary aspects. 「ѕʀʟ·✎」 16:20, 2 September 2007 (UTC)

Save the Trivia
By deletiong the article, the idea then wouldn't be able to be put in another format. Think. --Alien joe 18:24, 2 September 2007 (UTC)

Gunpowder plotters
A parameter ... yes... good idea. Ive been investigating. I think I know how to do it, but there is a bug with imagemaps such that wiki stuff gets ignored. I think it has been solved at Mediawiki but not implemented here yet. But I am only a beginner at templates so ... if you know an expert? Thankas for the interest. Victuallers 22:24, 2 September 2007 (UTC)

Rfa
Since I will most likely be offline(almost certainly) when you rfa closes and you become an admin I will congratulate you now. Congratulations! Best wishes --  Chris   G  10:10, 3 September 2007 (UTC)


 * Unlikely and also I did not say that I was referring to this rfa(just covering my bases :) --  Chris   G  10:14, 3 September 2007 (UTC)
 * You could always bother secretlondon to sysop you.. She seems to be on at the moment... :)-- Dark Falls  talk 10:17, 3 September 2007 (UTC)
 * That is a joke right? I don't think they do snow/premature closes, at discussed on talk page of my RFA... -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 10:20, 3 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Your fault for doing the RfA so early in the morning... You're going to make me get up at around 6... Actually, it might be a good thing, since Deskana's on at that time. I did mine in the afternoon, and it took 3 hours for a 'crat to close and sysop. -- Dark Falls  talk 10:37, 3 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Hey - I couldn't help it! :P Maxim nominated me during the night, so, when I went on to check my watchlist in the morning, he had nominated, so I accepted and there you have it... -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 10:39, 3 September 2007 (UTC)

Re: (User talk:ais523) Regarding Ragesoss
It's an interesting point, isn't it? I'm not a 'crat, but I'd certainly have counted the number of supports as 100 if I was closing based on vote-count (although I wouldn't close purely on vote-count if I were made into a 'crat). 100 is a pretty arbitrary number, anyway; but putting a comment in the 'discussion' section is a good non-disruptive way to complain against numbered sections, and adding it to WP:100 is, I think, both correct, and another way to illustrate the absurdity of 'counting' only votes with a bullet point and Support at the start. I think the addition is probably correct, but I'd be interested to see if it's reverted, and by who. --ais523 10:42, 3 September 2007 (UTC)

Articles for deletion/Are we nearly there yet equation
Hi there. Since you voted on this AfD, BillC and I have posted some further analysis of the whole "media equations" phenomenon - I was wondering if you'd mind having a look at it and commenting again at the AfD. Personally I don't think that a couple of days' press coverage during the silly season automatically makes something notable, especially when the exercise had more to do with getting publicity for Skoda than solving important mathematical problems. I wonder if I've done enough to persuade you? Best, Iain99 12:31, 3 September 2007 (UTC)

Your RfA (not from a 'crat)
Congratulations. Your RfA has gone past 21:27, and is de jure done, but we still need to promote you. If you need any help, feel free to ask me, or consult the how-to guide accessible most easily via link from the Main RfA page. I've done about every admin action there is, even a range block, so don't hesitate to ask me if you need help. Cheers!  Maxim (talk)  21:36, 3 September 2007 (UTC) Ariel ♥ Gold 21:39, 3 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Ariel, this time I beat you to his talkpage, however I haven't ruled out nuking your comments a second time :D (just kidding).  Maxim (talk)  21:41, 3 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Congratulations, you will become an admin soon...(now that doesn't sound right?) -- Dark Falls  talk 21:43, 3 September 2007 (UTC)
 * LOL Maxim! [[Image:Face-grin.svg|25px]] Ariel ♥ Gold 21:49, 3 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Looks like Raul is about to press the button. Congrats. Spartaz Humbug! 21:50, 3 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Congrats on becoming an admin :) -- Hdt 83   Chat 21:52, 3 September 2007 (UTC)

I have closed your RFA as successful. Congratulations. Enjoy the new buttons. Raul654 21:52, 3 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Congrats, and have fun!  Majorly  (talk) 21:53, 3 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Congrats! -- Boricu æ  ddie  21:54, 3 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Congrats on earning the tools. Nearly 100 supports more then anyone else I've nommed :) Wizardman  21:58, 3 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Congratulations on joining the cabal! --Anthony.bradbury"talk" 22:11, 3 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Congrats! Politics rule 22:11, 3 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Congrats AD. ~   Wi ki  her mit  22:17, 3 September 2007 (UTC)
 * {| class="picturebox standard-talk" style="border: 5px ridge blue;-moz-border-radius: 6px; padding: 2px; background-color: orange; width: 40%"

-- Re view isat  (Talk)  22:27, 3 September 2007 (UTC)
 * align="center" width="95%"| Have a congrats cake!  [[Image:Gateau de bon mariage.jpg|center|200px]]
 * }

Congratulations, AD. Speak to me on IRC if you'd like access to the admins channel. --Deskana (talky) 22:35, 3 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Congrats! Well deserved win! Dreadstar  †  22:37, 3 September 2007 (UTC)
 * You shall learn the ways of the cabal, young padawan. ^_^ [[Image:Face-smile.svg|25px]] — Animum  |  talk ''']] |undefined 22:46, 3 September 2007 (UTC)
 * I have to add my 2 cents (and chocolate) in here, I am very happy to see that you get to have fun with the new shiny buttons! Here is some congratulations chocolate. :P Congratulations/Félicitations! [[Image:Chocolate.jpg|125px]] Always, Ne ra n e i   (talk)  22:53, 3 September 2007 (UTC)

About time! Congrats, enjoy, and get to work! :).  Jmlk  1  7  23:00, 3 September 2007 (UTC)


 * [[Image:Stop_x_nuvola_with_clock.svg|30px|left]] You have not been blocked....Congrats!!!--Hu12 23:02, 3 September 2007 (UTC)

Congratulations on your successful RfA, Well done! ▪◦▪ ≡ЅiREX≡ Talk 00:13, 4 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Well...congrats! (Check your email, btw) &mdash; Malcolm (talk) 00:34, 4 September 2007 (UTC)

I join in the general congratulations on your successful RfA result, and especially on the overwhelming degree of consensus achieved (which I know feels truly wonderful). Your record of contributions would be an extremely strong one for any editor, and&mdash;if just once I permit myself a mention of an otherwise generally irrelevant matter&mdash;is really extraordinary for someone of your age. You and your family should be genuinely proud of your accomplishment. Please remember to pace yourself as you balance Wikipedia alongside your other commitments, but I am sure this will not be a problem for you, and I hope and expect that you will be both creating mainspace content and pressing admin buttons with us for many years to come. Newyorkbrad 00:52, 4 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Newyorkbrad: Ping. — Animum  |  talk ''']] |undefined 00:58, 4 September 2007 (UTC)


 * Welcome to the club.  bibliomaniac 1 5  Tea anyone? 02:24, 4 September 2007 (UTC)

Woohoo, congratulations! A most well-deserved promotion :) Take it easy in the first few days and feel free to bother people for questions :) And don't forget to keep those DYKs coming, please! All the best :) ~ Riana ⁂  —Preceding unsigned comment added by Riana (talk • contribs) 03:25, 4 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Interesting, Riana... I recall when I was sysoped, Anthony.Bradbury asked me to help with a CSD backlog of over 200 pages, which I destroyed, and I did the same in two days. You never told me to relax. :D So, if you want to, Anonymous Dissident, feel free to massively clear CSD (and if you want to know some tricks, e-mail me. Those are confidential secrets.  Maxim (talk)  03:33, 4 September 2007 (UTC)

Congrats on your successful RfA!!Best of luck! Flyguy649 talk contribs 04:00, 4 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Thanks all of you. Your comments have been kind and have made my day better, and I am so glad that such fine people as yourselves grace Wikipedia. Thank you once again. With much gratitude -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 06:10, 4 September 2007 (UTC)

Congratulations!, hope you use the tools well and that it doesn't change your personality. andrewrox424 Bleep 06:57, 4 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Lol I dont think it will Andrew. I think I will be visiting certain pages a lot more though! -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 06:59, 4 September 2007 (UTC)


 * Congratulations! You must be pleased. (PS. You are now my official role-model.) --  Chris B •  talk  •  contribs  07:38, 4 September 2007 (UTC)

Well done AD. Back after a busy period. You deserved stacks more votes than I did. I only had 15 DYKs, 1FL and 2 random portals when I went up for RfA.  Blnguyen  ( bananabucket ) 07:48, 10 September 2007 (UTC)
 * No, I don't think I did Blnguyen - I can't believe I got as many as I did, and I can't believe your name isn't anywhere on WP:200.... -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 07:52, 10 September 2007 (UTC)

And for your first day...
Here's one for you. I couldn't decide if it was worth UAA, but precedence would suggest block, I shall turn this over to you, oh great admin! Ariel ♥ Gold 03:39, 4 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Congrats, AD! :)  Sebi  [talk] 05:31, 4 September 2007 (UTC)
 * To be honest, I wouldn't block that one... on the article, it says "badass is usually used affectionately" (missed the point of the comment, but I've congratulated you about 20 times...) -- Dark Falls  talk 06:26, 4 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Yes, I was hesitant, and thats why I was contemplating. I don't think I'll block... And thanks for your (and everyone's) congratulations. Obviously, I don't really want to go to everyone's talk page, so I have put a message on my page. Do you think that this will suffice? -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 06:28, 4 September 2007 (UTC)
 * No. I demand a personal message!!! Seriously, I didn't do anything for the "thank you" messages, not even put anything on userpage. Just hoped everyone didn't notice (shhhh.. don't tell anyone about it) If you put a message on the page, it obviously will suffice as I haven't been killed (yet). -- Dark Falls  talk 06:35, 4 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Lol ok. Thanks again DarkFalls, for your co-nom and everything :) -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 06:36, 4 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Meh, if it wasn't for me and my many sockpuppets at the penguin cabal... -- Dark Falls  talk 06:40, 4 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Shhhh!! -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 06:57, 4 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Congratulations on your successful RFA. King   Lopez  Contribs 09:08, 4 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Just remember to test how deep the waters are before you dive into them :). You'll do fine.  bibliomaniac 1 5  Two years of trouble and general madness 04:01, 5 September 2007 (UTC)

Protecting Rosalind Picard
Hi you protected Rosalind Picard, but it has been protected in the form that still contains the BLP-violating material.

I would request that in the interests avoiding WP:BLP violations, that the material be removed for the duration of the protection while an RFC takes place —Preceding unsigned comment added by ZayZayEM (talk • contribs) 09:28, 4 September 2007 (UTC)

Now. pls--ZayZayEM 09:38, 4 September 2007 (UTC)

I have removed the material but another user keeps trying to slip it back in. Could you check that it is the version I edited last (trying not to sound selfish here) and protect it. I want to WP:COOL away for today and play me some World of Warcraft--ZayZayEM 09:45, 4 September 2007 (UTC)
 * User:DarkFalls has taken care of the issue. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 09:54, 4 September 2007 (UTC)

Congratulations
Well done for passing your RfA! I'm glad to hear you are now an admin. You deserved it. :-)  Lra drama 09:32, 4 September 2007 (UTC)



has smiled at you! Smiles promote WikiLove and hopefully this one has made your day better. Spread the WikiLove by smiling at someone else, whether it be someone you have had disagreements with in the past or a good friend. Happy editing! Smile at others by adding {{subst:Smile}} to their talk page with a friendly message.
 * Thank you. :) -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 09:33, 4 September 2007 (UTC)

Records
I was really happy to see the amazing success of your RfA this time round. Your contributions here are great, and your RfA will be remembered as one for the record books. aliasd·U·T 12:07, 4 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Its worth noting that your RfA had the 8th highest vote margin of all time on enwiki. aliasd·U·T 12:09, 4 September 2007 (UTC)

Rosalind Picard
Ah excuse me? Have you bothered to read the discussion? There is no contentious material. This is just the hysterics of three creationists doing everything they can to disrupt the articles to make a point. I'll say it again... There is no BLP violation. Don't let him undo it. ornis ( t ) 09:36, 4 September 2007 (UTC)
 * that's not me--ZayZayEM 09:39, 4 September 2007 (UTC)

Lalala
Hey Anonymous Dissident! You "salted" the page a bit wrong, it think. Usually what happens is that you have a second page, on which you transclude the first page on the second like this:. However, the first page that you're you're salting is left untouched by you, because the second page's cascade protected. I strongly suggest Twinkle, as it allows for one-click salting.  Maxim (talk)  12:23, 4 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Ok thanks. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 20:57, 4 September 2007 (UTC)

A little tip for a brand-new admin
You're doing a great job already with cleaning up the CSD backlogs! I saw that you deleted this attack page, but you accidentally cited the content of the page in your deletion summary. However, such summaries cannot be deleted and may include harmful content, so please be a little careful with this :). See Attack page.  Melsaran  (talk) 16:00, 4 September 2007 (UTC)
 * I usually just use "attack page" for the edit summary in these cases. Newyorkbrad 16:38, 4 September 2007 (UTC)
 * That was an accident. I will make sure to use better summaries. I just wish that there was a pref somewhere to not include an auto-summary! :) -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 21:07, 4 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Maybe there is ... or could be ... ask on WP:VP/T? Newyorkbrad 21:10, 4 September 2007 (UTC)
 * I have done such. Thanks. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 21:13, 4 September 2007 (UTC)
 * The standard "Flog the new admin" notice :). ~   Wi ki  her mit  03:52, 5 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Who's going to whip first? :) -- DarkFalls  talk 06:21, 5 September 2007 (UTC)
 * You can do the honours DF - you are looking pretty sinister with that slick new sig... :P -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 06:25, 5 September 2007 (UTC)
 * You might want to look at User:^demon/CSD AutoReason or if you want something similar, you can clip the JavaScript out of my monobook.js. Mine is a bit more compact (well, okay, I'm biased =)).  I never broke mine out from my monobook.js though, perhaps one of these days. -- Gogo Dodo 06:45, 5 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Re your message: You're welcome. It doesn't have all of the CSD reasons, like I have none of the I# reasons, but it's pretty (I think) easy to understand to modify to make new ones or change the wording around.  If you like it or want something fixed, just drop me a note.  It might prod (ha! bad pun) me into doing a bit more development on it. =) -- Gogo Dodo 06:59, 5 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Re your message: I got that from WikiProject User scripts/Scripts/CloseAFD.js. If you close AfDs, it comes in handy because it does all the grunt work for you in placing the header and footer in the right place.  The first AfD I closed, I made a complete mess of it trying to close it, but the script fixed all that.  I don't close many AfDs, but occasionally do run into them while doing CSDs, so it's handy to have. -- Gogo Dodo 07:07, 5 September 2007 (UTC)

Warning
Please don't say that people spam you just because you don't like what they say. I was jusr suggesting that you think before you type, but i guess you did. D'oh! --Alien joe 20:56, 4 September 2007 (UTC)

Congrats
Anonymous Dissident,

Congratulations once again on your recently successful RfA.

Cheers,

Perfect Proposal Speak out loud! 21:27, 4 September 2007 (UTC)


 * Yes, congrats AD. Great to have you contributing as an admin, as well.  κaτa ʟ aveno  TC 00:46, 5 September 2007 (UTC)


 * I was going to congratulate you but you didn't spam my talk page with a generic thank you message. I'll try to backlog aiv for you. :) --  Chris   G  08:24, 5 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Yeah - I've just put a message on my page. Cheers Chris. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 08:26, 5 September 2007 (UTC)

Did you know...
... that you can now edit T:DYK? :-) -- Boricu æ  ddie  03:13, 5 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Yep. I plan to get right back into DYK after I become more comfortable with the new tools. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 06:01, 5 September 2007 (UTC)

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Vandalism by Random IP Address
Hey, as I'm not totally up to speed on the process of dealing with vandals, aside from reverting their edits, could you take a look at User_talk:70.91.192.161, and the IP address's recent edits, for me. It looks like the IP address was blocked for a long time (six months at least), and is now unblocked. It vandalized Jane Goodall today. Thanks. --Cody.Pope 15:51, 5 September 2007 (UTC)

Need an Infobox Please
....and was told to ask you by Magnus Animum. It is for Rocky Horror related articles. I need some thing that says simple "Rocky Horror" at the top with

Image=

Caption=

Subject=

film=

stage production=

Location=

Group=

Character=

Fan Base/Profesional production= yes/no

Perhaps more if I can think of it. I don't know if you have time or are intersted, but it would help me a lot. It is not for the movie or the stage production but for other related articles and subpages to the main articlesThank you, please. --Amadscientist 16:17, 5 September 2007 (UTC)
 * I would be gald to take a look. Creating templates is one of my favourite pastimes.... -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 21:17, 5 September 2007 (UTC)

Congrats
A slightly belated congratulations on squeaking through your RFA. Well done, grasshopper. Yomangani talk 17:18, 5 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Thanks. I plan to get back into article writing soon, for it is really the best thing to do here, I have come to find :) -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 21:14, 5 September 2007 (UTC)

Annonymous Dissident?
I ran across User:Annonymous Dissident and notice you signed up the same day with the same page. Did you change the spelling of your name immediately? If it's your account, you might want to make the page redirect here so it doesn't look like a sock puppet or an impostor. Or do whatever fancy admin stuff takes care of things like that. :) Rigadoun (talk) 20:35, 5 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Indeed, it does seem to be AD's original name. Check his earliest contribs.  bibliomaniac 1 5  Two years of trouble and general madness 20:37, 5 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Yep, thats mine. Of course (or maybe not of course :)) I had never heard of WP:CHU or WP:USURP at that time, so I just started up a new account when I realised the spelling was wrong. I'll make it a redirect. Thanks for reminding me. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 21:16, 5 September 2007 (UTC)

Parser Functions
You have made a lot of templates. Can you look at Help_desk? Alpta 21:04, 5 September 2007 (UTC)

History of poison
You might need to boost the lead up for an FA review... Something like the History of biology-like quality will make a startling change, if that is possible... :)-- DarkFalls talk 11:21, 6 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Hmmm. I'm not sure if an FA for HOS is possible - see, the topic has been said to be too broad in scope to be properly and entirely definable. Still, it is something I would like to do. I will take a look at the lead over the coming days. Thanks for your message. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 11:24, 6 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Well if History of biology is featured, then HOS can definitely be featured... -- DarkFalls talk 11:35, 6 September 2007 (UTC)
 * I hope you are right in your conclusion there :) -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 11:40, 6 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Wait a minute... what is HOS? Shouldn't it be HOP? -- DarkFalls talk 11:43, 6 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Yep. My mistake :) -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 11:43, 6 September 2007 (UTC)
 * *grins* It's all pizzaboy's fault... -- DarkFalls talk 11:45, 6 September 2007 (UTC)
 * We discussed breaking the article into smaller bits by geography before, but it would be more taxing than just writing a whole big article about the subject. Although if we did that, we could try to go for featured topic.  bibliomaniac 1 5  Two years of trouble and general madness 21:56, 6 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Well, I think DF has a point. If they can have one massive article on the History of Biology, I think one on the history of poison makes more sense, to be honest.... -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 21:57, 6 September 2007 (UTC)
 * I am troubled by the implications of a pizzaboy who has such familiarity with poisons. Newyorkbrad 21:59, 6 September 2007 (UTC)
 * True. You don't know what I'm doing with that pizza before I deliver it... -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 22:01, 6 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Bleah. That's even worse. Newyorkbrad 22:02, 6 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Why milkman! I was expecting you somewhere here.  bibliomaniac 1 5  Two years of trouble and general madness 23:55, 7 September 2007 (UTC)

Belated tools
Belated congrats on becoming an admin, AD. Here are your shiny but not-so-new tools. :-) Regards, Hús  ö  nd  16:34, 6 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Not only are they effective tools, they're fabulously color coordinated with your user pages! It was fate. :) Belated congratulations as well, it was most deserved and I am confident you will do a spectacular job. ~ Eliz 81 (C)  19:59, 6 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Thanks both. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 21:46, 6 September 2007 (UTC)

Admin
I bet that was fun. Congratulations on your new status. As a side note, I don't think you need to make note that there are no deleted contribs, just add the dcontribs=no parameter to the CUU template. But if you like to note I suppose that's ok, but it is helpful to add the parameter in addition to a note. Again, congratulations! i said 22:28, 6 September 2007 (UTC)
 * To be honest, I just thought it would seem weird to override a comment you made. But I think I will do that in future. Cheers -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 22:29, 6 September 2007 (UTC)



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Hi. You deleted this page as per the 2nd AfD. The wrong AfD is linked on the page - you've linked the first one which actaully resulted in a 'Keep'. Cheers. Robert Brockway 01:11, 7 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Ahhh. Thanks. Unfortunately, there is nothing I can do about the summary - its locked in. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 07:00, 7 September 2007 (UTC)

Congratulations!
You became an admin recently! Congrats! Cheers,JetLover (Report a mistake) 03:40, 7 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Thanks. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 07:00, 7 September 2007 (UTC)

Jackson rampant
You've deleted Jackson rampant per G1. You may have noticed that i tagged it as attack page, which I did on the basis of the initial version. As I can't see that anymore, would you mind having another look, mostly whether according to you I should qualify my note to Qip34, taking into account that he himself overwrote the initial version. Thanks in advance. --Tikiwont 09:49, 7 September 2007 (UTC)
 * So you want me to re-evaluate the actual criteria the page was deleted under? I think it qualified for both - the one you tagged with, and the one I used as my deletion rationale. Is this correct? -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 09:59, 7 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Correct and thanks for double checking on what I only remember. --Tikiwont 10:14, 7 September 2007 (UTC)
 * No worries. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 10:19, 7 September 2007 (UTC)

Username blocks
Hey there. Just wanted to remind you to make sure you turn off the autoblocker and allow account creation when you do username blocks (like this one). Otherwise they won't be able to create themselves a new account. Only enable the autoblocker / disable account creation in cases of very serious username violations, in which case you should block with the usernamehardblocked summary. Cheers. Will (aka Wimt ) 23:04, 7 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Ahhh ok. Thanks for reminding me. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 23:05, 7 September 2007 (UTC)
 * No problem, it's dead easy to forget :-) Will (aka Wimt ) 23:09, 7 September 2007 (UTC)

John Hamilton Mortimer
I touched up on some grammatical issues and added a whole bunch of cats. Just wanted to see what your next DYK would be.  bibliomaniac 1 5  Two years of trouble and general madness 23:54, 7 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Ahh thanks much :) -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 23:55, 7 September 2007 (UTC)

You around? Got a sec?
Don't want to bug you if you're not around, lol. Ariel ♥ Gold 02:09, 8 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Yep, I'm around. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 02:09, 8 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Okay, would you take a look at User:The_truth_26's userpage for me? Especially noting the history, and the last paragraph, which is a personal attack. I realize userpages have some freedom, but the tone and the words in that one are particularly derogatory. I'm not sure what to do with it, though. Thanks! Ariel ♥ Gold 02:11, 8 September 2007 (UTC)
 * This is an attack page. Regardless of what space it is, it qualifies for speedy deletion under the General criteria 10. Notice "general" - regardless of space. As such, it has been deleted. Thanks for letting me know of this. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 02:14, 8 September 2007 (UTC)
 * I wonder where you got that from... *grins* -- DarkFalls talk 02:16, 8 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Lol got what? -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 02:17, 8 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Yeah, I knew that attack pages could be deleted from userpage space, but the way it was done, not naming specific users, well, let's just say I am not hasty with the CSD tag. Thanks for taking care of it, oh wise administrator! Ariel ♥ Gold 02:18, 8 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Yeah, it doesn't have to name specific users. Attacking anyone specified, whether they are even involved with Wikipedia, can be a violation. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 02:19, 8 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Okie Dokie! Better to ask first, than to make a mistake first, in my book, lol. Thanks again, dear AD! Ariel ♥ Gold 02:23, 8 September 2007 (UTC)
 * And that statement makes you very wise by default. Your book has it exactly right. No problem, by the way. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 02:24, 8 September 2007 (UTC)
 * The cautious type... For me, do the work then face the music. :P-- DarkFalls talk 02:25, 8 September 2007 (UTC)
 * I think you might be both correct to some degree. Over-caution does have its disadvantages, but so does rashness in the extreme. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 02:26, 8 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Which type are you pizzaboy? -- DarkFalls talk 02:29, 8 September 2007 (UTC)
 * I'm the type who orders the pizza with care, but then wolfs it down at the counter... -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 02:31, 8 September 2007 (UTC)
 * [[Image:Face-grin.svg|25px]] I have not had pizza in over 20 years. Ariel ♥ Gold 02:39, 8 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Pizzaboy! You've become negligent in your duties... -- DarkFalls talk 02:41, 8 September 2007 (UTC)
 * ...............Deprived...... ..... ...... -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 02:41, 8 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Hope you're not calling me a pizzaboy! LOL [[Image:FemalePink.png‎|20px]] Ariel ♥ Gold 02:44, 8 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Lol nah, its me who is the pizzaboy! -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 02:46, 8 September 2007 (UTC)
 * All this pizza delivering is delaying my secretary and causing me to use voice mail.  bibliomaniac 1 5  Two years of trouble and general madness 03:40, 8 September 2007 (UTC)

Check image protection before updating DYK
Make sure you read the instructions regarding image protection at Template:Did you know prior to updating. You just put an unprotected Commons image on the main page - be careful :) --- RockMFR 02:57, 8 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Ahhh! Sorry, forgot to protect! -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 02:58, 8 September 2007 (UTC)

Re: Your userpage
As of right now, I do not plan on editing anything onto my userpage, so yes, can you please delete it for me? Thank you. --Silver Edge 06:25, 8 September 2007 (UTC)

Re:Adam Clayton
Thanks, are there any areas that you think might merit more citations? I have cited all of the quotes; should each sentence/paragraph be cited? Thanks! Love, Ne ra n e i   (talk)  22:48, 8 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Ahhhhh, I didn't even take a look at the Solo projects section! Should I find specific reviews, like of the M:I thing, and of specific concerts that mention his style, or what? (Sorry for all of the questions, almighty Administrator *bows down* [[Image:Face-grin.svg]]) Love, Ne ra n e i   (talk)  22:57, 8 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Thanks, I'm glad I'm starting to make sense of all this. And, it's useful to have admins as friends... Anyways, thanks for your help! Love, Ne ra n e i   (talk)  23:06, 8 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Thanks for all your help, I've now listed it at WP:GAC. I do hope it gets reviewed soon! Thanks again! Love, Ne ra n e i   (talk)  00:30, 9 September 2007 (UTC)

Congrats
Congrats on becomming an admin! I just noticed that you passed an Rfa. Shalom:)--†Sir James Paul† 23:48, 8 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Thank you. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 23:49, 8 September 2007 (UTC)

RFCN/UAA advice?
Hi AD! ArielGold recommended I talk to you about username reporting concerns. In a nutshell, the poo/pee names and what should be done with them has me all confused. User:Rspeer admonished me for reporting a user 'pee in the pool' at UAA, saying I should know better b/c it's controversial. Also on WT:UAA he said that 'snakepoop2' was for RFCN not UAA. Thus I reported User:Pooopy to RFCN where I was promptly informed that this was the incorrect venue and belonged at UAA. I just wish to make reports correctly. Any advice or thoughts on this is most appreciated. Just a confused user trying to do the right thing! ;) ~ Eliz 81 (C)  00:05, 9 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Well, there seems to be some minor disagreements and differences in opinions in what should be reported to UAA, and what should go to RFCN, in regards to these poo/pee etc. names; for example, User:Until(1 == 2) closed the RFCN for 'Pee in the pool' with the comment 'should have been blocked on sight': obviously, this contradicts Rspeer's interpretation of the relative policies, as Rspeer felt RFCN was the proper venue, if any. As has become apparent, people have varying views on the policy. I would advise that most names involving poop/pee etc. are much of the time borderline, but there are obviously blatant cases where a report to UAA will be for the best. Take things on a case by case basis; poopy was probably for UAA, and snakepoop2 probably was for RFCN, but the fact of the matter is that whether usernames like these are violations is a subject talked on quite a bit at the moment, as interpretations vary. The only trend I can advise that you could perhaps work on is trying to evaluate how offensive a name is likely to be. Snakepoop, for example, is not entirely offensive, so RFCN would have been for the best. Poopy, however, very clearly refers to excretory functions, so UAA would have been for the best. I wouldn't worry on it too much, because, as I say - interpretations in this little niche are being discussed at the moment, so it is likely that you will be wrong in one person's book, but perfectly in the right in someone else's. I hope I have helped you out in some way. Cheers --  Anonymous Dissident  Talk 00:25, 9 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Thanks for the advice AD, I really do appreciate it. I'm not too surprised that there is some disagreement, because the policy is open to some interpretation. As long as admins who deal with usernames are aware of the different interpretations of the policy, perhaps there will be less criticism of the users who bring these names to either RFCN or UAA. I'll try not too worry about it too much, and take everyone's perspective into account with the overarching goal of running the encyclopedia effectively, but it was hard for me not to take some of it personally and feel frustrated and even a tad hurt. I know not every editor is going to be a huge proponent of Wikilove, but I do wish some had been a tad more agreeable. However I don't question anyone's motives or actions who are involved in the debate, I think everyone has abided by the guidelines and kept the discussions appropriate and on-topic. I just expected maybe a little bit more compassion. ~ Eliz 81 (C)  01:01, 9 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Oh really? I never realised that you had been in any way offended by the issues going on. Please do not feel this way; I am sure that this was not the intent of those who have frustrated you. As you say, admins and editors should be aware of the varying interpretations, and be less criticising of people who bring usernames to what is, in their view, the wrong venue, out of two that often intersect. I do hope you do not take things too harshly in future; just remember that what you are doing is trying, and probably succeeding, to better the encyclopedia. Cheers, -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 01:09, 9 September 2007 (UTC)
 * I'm actually somewhat relieved you weren't aware of my feelings. I check my emotions at the door when I'm on here, and always carefully rewrite to say what I mean and stay on topic. I try not to let on about any personal opinions or views that I have, in the spirit of fairness and impartiality here. Also you saying this confirmed my hunch that no one had stepped over any line, and I was just feeling sensitive, so I'm sure glad I reacted to comments that hurt me the way I did, without addressing it at all. And thanks for the words of encouragement and the vote of confidence. That means a lot to me. ~ Eliz 81 (C)  01:21, 9 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Eliz, I will just confirm that nothing you wrote ever gave the impression that you were upset by anything. I will also just say that there are some editors who simply write in a style that is "succinct", coming to the point quickly, and, sometimes the comments can come across rather harshly, and I can understand how feelings can be hurt. But ultimately, you did the right thing, voicing your concerns in a clam, rational manner, with proper deference to policy and guidelines. Surprising, isn't it, the sheer variances people can come up with to skate that "thin line" of breaking WP:U? Even those with lots of experience, like AD, will sometimes get stumped by a username, lol. So my dear, no worries, you're doing fine, and if someone's "short reply" comes across as "bite-y", I just encourage you to not take it personally, and assume it was not meant that way. [[Image:Nuvola_apps_amor.png|15px]] Ariel ♥ Gold 01:58, 9 September 2007 (UTC)

Derren Brown
Thank you for unprotecting Derren Brown. Unfortunately, Ilkali has already changed the Derren Brown you just unprotected to his disruptive edit (hidden under another edit and title), even though he has been reverted dozens of times on this issue over the past few months and the talk/consensus in the Derren Brown discussion section during the protect was unanimously against him on this. This isn't the first article he has done this in, and the other contributors have clearly and patiently tried to talk to him about this and tried to reach an agreement and consensus with him. I think it is time for an administrator to deal with this user. 69.19.14.34 03:28, 9 September 2007 (UTC)
 * I have reprotected this article. Disputes have clearly not been resolved. He continues to add content that is disagreeable. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 03:56, 9 September 2007 (UTC)

Since you're around
What are your thoughts on this? Ariel ♥ Gold 03:59, 9 September 2007 (UTC)
 * In my opinion, this is kind of borderline. I might take it to RFCN if I were you... -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 04:01, 9 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Yeah that was my initial thought too. I wonder if I'll ever cease being amazed at the lengths people go to in order to skate that thin line of WP:U... I think I'll wait and watch contribs before expressing anything to the user or RFCN. (Unless you want to put it there, which is fine.) Ariel ♥ Gold 04:04, 9 September 2007 (UTC)
 * No - I think you should take the preceding course of action, and watch contribs. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 04:05, 9 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Okie dokie dear! Thanks as always for the quick opinion. Ariel ♥ Gold 04:08, 9 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Just a note,, an active user.  Sebi  [talk] 06:01, 9 September 2007 (UTC)

You're 12 years old!?
Seriously, your writing gives me a idea that you're over 25. And I'm 12 years old too. -- Hirohisat Kiwi 05:58, 9 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Thank you for the compliment. I had no idea you were 12 either... -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 06:21, 9 September 2007 (UTC)
 * I knew AD's age from his bragging (for lack of a better work) on his userpage a while bag, but I was sure Hirohisat was at least my age (15)...shows how much I know. Dihydrogen Monoxide 06:44, 9 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Uhhh.... bragging? How is age anything to brag about? -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 06:46, 9 September 2007 (UTC)
 * As I said, it wasn't the best choice of word.  - I first saw your userpage when it was something like that, and the 2nd paragraph (about your age)...well, it's defensive. Am I making any sense? Dihydrogen Monoxide 06:50, 9 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Uhhh, yes I suppose. It was defensive though, as you say, rather than a promotion of myself in some way. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 06:52, 9 September 2007 (UTC)

Oy, Mommy Ariel feels old. Ariel ♥ Gold 06:51, 9 September 2007 (UTC)
 * That's what happens when you ignore messages on your talk page. It shoots the gray hairs out ;) Dihydrogen Monoxide 07:00, 9 September 2007 (UTC)
 * I replied within 30 seconds of you leaving it, silly! ACK! I missed the last one, no "new messages" bar came up! I'll go answer right now! Ariel ♥  Gold 07:02, 9 September 2007 (UTC)
 * o...m....g.... *goes in the corner and dies an old lady*. But I always passed for much much older online when I was 12. so I guess it figures. It's great that everyone can participate on here, regardless of age, and you can never tell the difference. ~ Eliz 81 <sup style="color:#1E90FF;">(C)  07:27, 9 September 2007 (UTC)
 * I second that :) -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 07:29, 9 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Yeah just look at me, old enough to be AD's mom (and then some) but I type like I'm 17! Ariel ♥ Gold 07:31, 9 September 2007 (UTC)
 * ROFL @ Ariel! Seriously AD, you demonstrate more maturity than some guys I know in their 30s. At the risk of sounding like a patronizing old fart, you are well on your way to becoming a fine young man. :) ~ Eliz 81 <sup style="color:#1E90FF;">(C)  07:51, 9 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Well thank you - I take a compliment from someone I hold in such high esteem very appreciatively. Thanks again. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 07:55, 9 September 2007 (UTC)
 * ~*~Ariel rolls her eyes at Eliz, who is nearly half Ariel's age, and yet talks like she's an old lady!~*~ Pffft, you're a young'un still Eliz! [[Image:Face-grin.svg|20px]] Ariel ♥ Gold 08:23, 9 September 2007 (UTC)
 * As a related thought, I wonder what an age distribution of editors on here would look like? ~ Eliz 81 <sup style="color:#1E90FF;">(C)  09:32, 9 September 2007 (UTC)
 * It would show that the majority of users are under 25. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 09:33, 9 September 2007 (UTC)
 * I'm not sure about that - but under 35, I'd go with in a heartbeat. - Philippe &#124; Talk 03:44, 10 September 2007 (UTC)  (Old at 31)

Another pair of eyes
Can you take a look at Webbs Mills Fire Department for me? Seems to be a copyvio of http://www.rootsweb.com/~srgp/organize/soutaust.htm, but isn't blatant... -- DarkFalls talk 07:37, 9 September 2007 (UTC)

JHMortimer
Hello again. I was thinking of adding an imagemap to the painting (a la gunpowder plotters), but without adding a template so the caption and alignment could still be easily adjusted. Its a good vehicle as all the people in the painting have articles. Got any comments? Victuallers 11:36, 9 September 2007 (UTC)

Thank you for your note of appreciation - it was appreciated Victuallers 10:15, 11 September 2007 (UTC)
 * No worries :) -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 10:15, 11 September 2007 (UTC)

Nom
If you are still willing, I would like to take you up on your offer. Here is the link! Dreadstar †  02:31, 10 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Thanks AD! Wow, I didn't realize Phadriel had co-nominated me too..!  Between the three of you, this is quite wonderful support...whether I succeed or not.  My thanks!  Dreadstar  †  06:21, 10 September 2007 (UTC)
 * I'll be accepting and posting it a little later this afternoon. I'm on Eastern USA time, so it was a bit late for me last night...I wanted a clear head before answering the questions...!  Soon...!  Dreadstar  †  16:09, 10 September 2007 (UTC)

Just wanted to say Hello, and thanks for co-nominating Dreadstar! --Fang Aili talk 23:31, 10 September 2007 (UTC)

*pokes*
Since you aren't living on my talk page (unlike RianaSock on Riana's, tsk tsk), I may as well copy paste my GET ON MSN notice here. Tsk tsk. Dihydrogen Monoxide 07:46, 10 September 2007 (UTC)
 * I have gone on. :) -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 07:47, 10 September 2007 (UTC)

Blocking
Please don't forget to leave Indef on the user page and Vandalblock on the discussion page when you indef block a user, as failure to do so often creates false arv reports. aliasd·U·T 10:43, 10 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Well, whichever template applies, and I know we should check the block log when we make the report :) aliasd·U·T 10:45, 10 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Doesn't make much of a difference either way. The bot will remove false AIV reports. -- DarkFalls talk 10:47, 10 September 2007 (UTC)
 * I understand that, but making the report un-necessarily wastes time on the part of our overworked RC patrollers. aliasd·U·T 10:52, 10 September 2007 (UTC)
 * True, but it wastes my time when I'm clearing the AIV backlog... ;) Seriously, I will try to remember. If not the user page, the definitely the talk page. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 10:54, 10 September 2007 (UTC)
 * hehe cheers, congrats again on the record breaking RfA oh ye great newbie admin :) aliasd·U·T 10:57, 10 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Lol thanks. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 10:59, 10 September 2007 (UTC)

2,000,000th Article!
Great work everyone! Our edits have contributed to reaching a Wikipedia with 2,000,000 articles. It's been a pleasure working with you. A good effort all round, and a Party at my Place! Dfrg.msc 11:10, 10 September 2007 (UTC)
 * I'll be there Dfrg. 2 million... we should be proud. Thanks for inviting me to the party :) -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 11:11, 10 September 2007 (UTC)


 * Well... we should have a party for you getting your spelling right... -- DarkFalls talk 11:12, 10 September 2007 (UTC)

Blocked?
Um excuse me sir, but why in the world was I blocked? Vandalism? What in the heck is going on here? Am I missing something here? How could I have vandalized something when I haven't even edited these pages? —Preceding unsigned comment added by 66.82.9.62 (talk) 19:54, 10 September 2007 (UTC)
 * I wasn't even the administrator who blocked you, so I you are asking the wrong person. Follow the instructions on the block template to appeal your block if you desire. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 21:38, 10 September 2007 (UTC)

UAA
I got confused when I saw this; I forgot you were an admin :-) Happy editing! --Boricuaeddie is now  Ag ü  eybaná  01:51, 11 September 2007 (UTC)
 * I got tired of my old one :-) This one is based on Agüeybaná, the most powerful cacique of my island. Happy editing! --Boricuaeddie is now  Ag ü  eybaná  01:57, 11 September 2007 (UTC)

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Question: sockpuppetry?
Heya there AD! Since the involved admin appears to be on a wikibreak, I was hoping you could look into something for me. User:Smartissexy was blocked temporarily for violating 3RR, with fave hangouts like Catherine Deneuve and Catherine Deneuve filmography, and other IPs in the meantime edited very similarly to the user. I'm pretty sure if you look into it you'll find sockpuppet violations that warrant a block. Sorry I don't have diffs to provide but the related article history should be quite illuminating, so I wanted to give you a heads up. All the best, ~ Eliz 81 <sup style="color:#1E90FF;">(C)  07:05, 11 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Thanks for picking p on this Eliz. I would say the best thing to do would be to make a report to WP:SSP, where the issue can be discussed. If it truly is a sockpuppet case, then blocks will follow. Since I'm none too familiar with the situation, it might not be best for me to simply make blocks without discussion. I hope I have not proven to be unhelpful here; I just don't want to do anything rash in a case that I know little about. Thanks again. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 07:26, 11 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Oh totally, I understand completely. Now if I may make a confession: I am lazy and often befuddled by rashes of IP edits. Would you mind helping me figure out which IPs seem to be involved in the case, just as a fellow editor and not in admin capacity? It just seems a tad too daunting for me right now, although probably not difficult. I have no problem filing the report myself though once I know the appropriate IPs I can even pull out the diffs. If not, no worries at all, I'll just ask around. ~ Eliz 81 <sup style="color:#1E90FF;">(C)  07:30, 11 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Oh yeah, and extra befuddled due to four hours sleep last night! I forgot about that. Totally ruins my concentration, not surprisingly. :P ~ Eliz 81 <sup style="color:#1E90FF;">(C)  07:32, 11 September 2007 (UTC)
 * I'd be glad to help you out in those respects. I'll help you as soon as I can (which is, unfortunately, probably in about 2 hours - I have got to run). I hope you understand. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 07:33, 11 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Awww, thanks AD! I should still be around then. Talk to you soon! :) ~ Eliz 81 <sup style="color:#1E90FF;">(C)  07:37, 11 September 2007 (UTC)
 * User:71.227.236.102 and User:209.244.42.50 seem to be the two possible socks. I am unsure if there are any others. Have you found any? -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 09:58, 11 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Erm, yeah, I kinda fell asleep (which happens to be a great sleep deprivation cure! lol). All we need is one IP block so I'll investigate those two IP's contributions and prepare a report. Thanks for checking for me. ~ Eliz 81 <sup style="color:#1E90FF;">(C)  17:36, 11 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Someone got there already! works for me :) ~ Eliz 81 <sup style="color:#1E90FF;">(C)  23:06, 11 September 2007 (UTC)
 * (sorry for the late reply!) No worries. I hope that the sockpuppetry is promptly eliminated. :) -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 06:51, 12 September 2007 (UTC)

Barnstar
Thanks for the Barnstar, and btw, congrats on your successful RfA. That's 29 GAs, 30 if you count Rock Springs massacre (but that's featured now). One of skills you will one day walk away from a university with is the ability to conduct quality research, although your skills are already developed far beyond the norm for your peer group. :) IvoShandor 11:12, 11 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Thanks. Keep it up. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 11:13, 11 September 2007 (UTC)

Aleksandr Dyagilev
Hi there. I was wondering if you could help me and another editor. It came to my attention that User:Nosskyline was pretty upset about the deletion of Aleksandr Dyagilev which happened as an AfD. Much of his annoyance was that he'd worked hard on the article, but didn't have a local copy of the text. Please could you restore the article and then WP:USERFY it for him to User:Nosskyline/Aleksandr Dyagilev? Either way, please could you leave a note with your decision on his talk page? Thanks! &mdash; Timotab Timothy (not Timdagnabbit!) 17:15, 11 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Done. Please let me know when it need be re-deleted. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 21:43, 11 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Thanks. I'll keep in touch with Nosskyline and see what happens. &mdash; Timotab Timothy (not Timdagnabbit!) 06:20, 12 September 2007 (UTC)

My RfA
Thanks very much for your support in my successful RFA. I suspect that template's dead in the water, but oh, well. How's the past week been for you? Cheers!!! Flyguy649 talk contribs 20:39, 11 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Yeah, probably. My past week has been alright. Kind of spulrging in activity, with the new tools.... -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 21:44, 11 September 2007 (UTC)

dhart &larr; sydhart
Please see http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Changing_username/Usurpations about my request for the username 'dhart'. Thanks! —Preceding unsigned comment added by Sydhart (talk • contribs) 02:24, 12 September 2007 (UTC)

E-mail
Check your inbox. — M o e   ε  07:48, 12 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Got it. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 08:09, 12 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Thank you! — M o e   ε  08:20, 12 September 2007 (UTC)

RPP craazy!
Erm is a bot supposed to be archiving the page or what? It's getting outta control!! It's like the Wikipedia equivalent of Crystal Gayle's hair! :P ~ Eliz 81 <sup style="color:#1E90FF;">(C)  08:08, 12 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Lol yeah. Maybe the bot is broken.... -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 08:09, 12 September 2007 (UTC)

Block?
Since you appear to be online can you block User:Dooblahpot he's getting a bit annoying. --  Chris   G  10:22, 12 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Already got him :) -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 10:23, 12 September 2007 (UTC)

Thanks --  Chris   G  10:23, 12 September 2007 (UTC)
 * No worries at all. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 10:24, 12 September 2007 (UTC)

Talk page
Of course I don't mind, silly! And remember, you're the one who showed me how to make the font inside talk pages custom! Ariel ♥ Gold 10:39, 12 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Thanks then. :) -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 10:40, 12 September 2007 (UTC)

Hey are you still around?
I watch your page, so just reply here, but I have an issue I'd like your help with if you're still around, dear. Ariel ♥ Gold 10:59, 12 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Pizzaboy? Where are you? -- DarkFalls talk 11:01, 12 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Well, if he's not around, DF you want to take a look at an issue that is out of control? Lol. Ariel ♥ Gold 11:03, 12 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Never mind [[Image:Face-wink.svg|20px]] I found someone else awake to bug! Ariel ♥ Gold 11:17, 12 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Sorry. I was watching Chaser's. I hope DF was able to sort it out. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 11:56, 12 September 2007 (UTC)
 * DARN IT, you get to watch chaser earlier than me! Stupid time delay! --  Chris   G  11:59, 12 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Lol yeah :) -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 11:59, 12 September 2007 (UTC)
 * LOL I've never heard of that show. And DF didn't reply, but it is no worries, I found another admin who was awake! ~*Hugs*~ Ariel ♥ Gold 12:00, 12 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Ok. Thats good then. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 12:23, 12 September 2007 (UTC)

Dear Josh

 * Thank you so much Phaedriel. That brightened my day, and quenched my thirst ;) -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 21:22, 12 September 2007 (UTC)

ThanksMALT
I invited User:DemDem to join us on the WikiProject Malta, and He did. I wanted to acknowledge him and used the template. but it refers to your user page and talk page. Should the template be updated to be more generic, or is that fine? I'm not sure about WikiProjects protocol. --Inkiwna 22:26, 12 September 2007 (UTC)
 * You are right; it should be updated to be more generic. I will get around to it later. Thank you for making me aware of this. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 01:44, 13 September 2007 (UTC)

Rocky Horror Infobox
Sorry I did not get back sooner but I have been a bit busy. The info box I need is not for the film but for related articles that the film infobox will not work. There are a number of articles related where the film box does not have the info needed.--Amadscientist 04:29, 13 September 2007 (UTC)
 * I have created it. Tell me what you think. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 10:22, 13 September 2007 (UTC)

Vandalism on User:Alltrainzfan
Hi Josh, I don't mean to be a "pretend" administrator - I know that will get me in trouble. I tried to show others that the page will be protected to fend off a lot of idiots in our school who think they're funny. Thanks anyway for the protection.

Regards, Alltrainzfan —Preceding unsigned comment added by Alltrainzfan (talk • contribs) 10:28, 13 September 2007 (UTC)
 * I understand - people are like that at my school. Just try to avoid hinting any administrative authority in future, but rather allude to the protection that admins have granted. No worries about the protection. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 10:32, 13 September 2007 (UTC)

Protection
Could you please semi protect Template:Powderfinger - there's an anon editor who continuously removes one of the band members from it, despite being repeatedly told not to. Thanks, Dihydrogen Monoxide (H2O) 22:58, 13 September 2007 (UTC)
 * I got Majorly to do it on MSN...thanks for adding the protection note to the template (although you forgot to noinclude it ;)) Dihydrogen Monoxide (H2O) 07:40, 14 September 2007 (UTC)

WikiProject History of Science newsletter : Issue III - September 2007
The September 2007 issue of the WikiProject History of Science newsletter has been published. You're receiving this because you are a participant in the History of Science WikiProject. You may read the newsletter or unsubscribe from this notification by following the link. Yours in discourse--ragesoss 01:01, 14 September 2007 (UTC)

Deleted page
Thanks for getting me the info back. I retreaved the information and you can take it off now. —Preceding unsigned comment added by Nosskyline (talk • contribs) 02:01, 14 September 2007 (UTC)

Smile!
<div style="float:center; border-style:solid; border-color:blue; background-color:AliceBlue; border-width:1px; text-align:left; padding:8px; vertical-align: middle;" class="plainlinks">

has smiled at you! Smiles promote WikiLove and hopefully this one has made your day better. Spread the WikiLove by smiling at someone else, whether it be someone you have had disagreements with in the past or a good friend. Happy editing! Smile at others by adding {{subst:Smile}} to their talk page with a friendly message.
 * Thanks! -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 05:59, 14 September 2007 (UTC)

St Gregory's College, Campbelltown
Thanks for protecting the page and finding the last good version. I found it a bit daunting! :) ~ Eliz 81 <sup style="color:#1E90FF;">(C)  07:53, 14 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Indeed. That page seemed very messed about. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 08:22, 14 September 2007 (UTC)

~*Cry*~
You're ignoring my RFPP, lol. Is it not showing up? The ones above and below have been taken care of but I don't see that anyone has taken care of mine. If it is not a valid request, feel free to scold me, lol, but if you check the history of that page, I don't think it likely this will stop, pretty serious edit war for nearly 3 weeks between about 3-4 anon editors, and now they're using the redirect as their platform since the other article was protected by Jreferee.Ariel ♥ Gold 08:45, 14 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Jreferee has done it. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 08:55, 14 September 2007 (UTC)
 * No, the redirect is not protected. Since he moved it, it has been reverted multiple times. I tried to make my request as clear as I could, but the redirect is what I was requesting protection on. Ariel ♥ Gold 09:02, 14 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Oops. I know you were requesting the redirect.... it was just a click error of mine. Dw - hard to explain online. I'll go ahead and protect it. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 09:06, 14 September 2007 (UTC)
 * I think it had more to do with the fact that there's no way to submit a page protection request that goes to a redirect, because you're automatically redirected, lol. (confused yet?) That's why I tried to be really clear, probably only ending up being overly verbose, lol. Thank you so much for protecting it! Okay another quick question while I know you're around: Are users allowed to copy articles from mainspace onto their userpage, word-for-word? I mean, I know they're not supposed to, that's a copyright thing, copying and pasting, I guess I should ask if that's enforced on userspace. Ariel ♥ Gold 09:10, 14 September 2007 (UTC)
 * They are allowed to by copyright, per Copyrights. They are allowed, because it is right back into Wikipedia. See the first couple of paragraphs of that policy. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 09:14, 14 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Yeah, okay, I just didn't know if there were any caveats to it being done into userspace or not. Thanks dear! And, um... do you want to know what's going on with the whole Desinicization thing? It is getting utterly ridiculous, they are just creating new articles with the exact same (old POV slanted) content since they can't edit the old one now. Highly frustrating. Ariel ♥ Gold 09:31, 14 September 2007 (UTC)
 * It certainly sounds frustrating. I hope the issue is resolved. Best wishes, -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 09:46, 14 September 2007 (UTC)
 * [[Image:Face-grin.svg|25px]] Translation: Good luck, I'm not getting in the middle of it! LOL. No worries, I completely understand, lmao. ~*Hugs*~ Ariel ♥ Gold 09:50, 14 September 2007 (UTC)
 * No no no. If you desire my help, I am willing to help you out in whatever way I can. It was just that I had to go somewhere for 15 minutes. How can I help? -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 10:01, 14 September 2007 (UTC)

No worries sweetie, I've left a note on Jreferee's page, he's the admin that originally moved, and protected the article, as well as re-writing it and adding all the references. But something will need to be done, hopefully he will be around today to catch it. ~*Hugs*~ And you know, any time you are too busy, or you don't want to get into something I bring you, you are quite free to tell me no, I honestly don't mind, and completely understand! Ariel ♥ Gold 10:18, 14 September 2007 (UTC)
 * I will never feel that way, honestly. I will always at least attempt to help you, or anyone else for that matter, out. So please, please don't hesitate to ask - to be honest, whether I am too sleepy, or whether I am just a bit slow tonight, I actually did not realise that you were asking for my help, and I did have to go somewhere. Now are you sure you don't need my help at all? :) -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 10:20, 14 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Yep! I'm sure sure sure! In fact, a little angel came along and took care of the issue! And honestly, I know you well enough to know that you're more than willing to help with anything, and believe me, I come to you a whole lot, so you will get plenty of future work! Hee hee. And, I hope you know how much I (and everyone else too) appreciate you! Ariel ♥  Gold 10:24, 14 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Ok then. And thanks - I do try; I just hope I manage to help out in some way sometimes. Thanks again, and keep up all of your fantastic work! -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 10:26, 14 September 2007 (UTC)
 * LOL I don't do anything, I'm just a teeny tiny WikiFairy flitting around now and then. Nothing special! [[Image:Face-wink.svg|25px]]Ariel ♥ Gold 10:28, 14 September 2007 (UTC)
 * laughs to himself* - yeah, thats what your 3k contribs this month already are. Nothing special. ;) -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 10:31, 14 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Sadly, I think that's just more indicative of me having no life, [[Image:Face-smile-big.svg|25px]]. Probably not something to brag about. (3k already this month? Good grief, I didn't realize that). Ariel ♥ Gold 10:32, 14 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Well, regardless (no Ariel, I'm sure you do have a life - no offence to anyone, but I know alot of people who do many more contribs a month than you (I think Rich Farmbrough tops it off with 19k in one month??!)), you are doing a good job here. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 10:35, 14 September 2007 (UTC)

Don't you just love wiki world, you can read everyone else's conversations! :) --  Chris   G  10:34, 14 September 2007 (UTC)
 * I do love the Wiki World. And good morning Chris! And actually since I retired, I truly don't have a "life", (a scheduled one, that is) but that's not a bad thing, I am enjoying it quite nicely, lol. Ariel ♥ Gold 10:55, 14 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Well then, it must be a very restful and relaxing time for you. I hope you do enjoy retirement. Regards, -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 10:56, 14 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Don't worry about it Ariel... Pizzaboy is just jealous that he's still going down against me on edit count for the month, even though I was away for the last two days.... Poor poor pizzaboy... -- DarkFalls talk 00:59, 15 September 2007 (UTC)
 * I wondered where you were! Welcome back DF! [[Image:Face-grin.svg|25px]] I hope you had an absolutely marvelous time, wherever you were. Ariel ♥ Gold 01:18, 15 September 2007 (UTC)

The Random Editor's RfA
Hi AD. Did you mean to post your comment in Neutral ? Pedro | Chat  10:22, 14 September 2007 (UTC)
 * No I most certainly did not. Let me fix it all up. :) -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 10:23, 14 September 2007 (UTC)

Aloha
I believe the semi-protection you placed on Sinbad (actor) was a mite premature. One or two IP vandals in an hour or two does not really warrant protection. Especially for more than a week. SEMI is supposed to be used for persistant, heavy vandalism from IPs and newly-created users. (Such as when an article is linked to from a high-traffic news site, etc.) Before seeking comment at Requests for page protection, I humbly request that you remove the protection. There are enough of us watching that article to revert the occasional childish vandalism without protection and without sacrificing more "openness". I request that you re-think the protection, but what you think in the end is fine. Mahalo. --Ali&#39;i 13:03, 14 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Hi. Hmmmm. I'm not sure it was premature; there were 4 edits of vandalism just today, and more in the days preceding. That is not really occasional vandalism, and 10 days is not really a long period of time when compared to some semi-protection lengths. Please take a closer look at the history. Then tell me whether you still feel the protection should be removed. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 21:23, 14 September 2007 (UTC)


 * Yep. I do. I have watched that page since the whole "erroneous death report" event and there were times when SEMI was needed. But the vandalism has died down drastically. 4 vandalism edits in a day is not that much. How much time has elapsed when the article was in a vandalized state? The vandalism is not overwhelming, and gets reverted very quickly. Full disclosure, I am someone that thinks Wikipedia should only use protection as a last resort, and that reverting vandalism works just fine most of the time. In this case, even if it was vandalized 4 times every day for a week (28 vandal edits)... I still think it wouldn't deserve SEMI. Now, if all of a sudden we had 24 vandal edits in an hour period or so, then SEMI would be appropriate. SEMI is supposed to be used as a response to vandalism, and not pre-emptively. But you're the admin. And I was late responding... so now the protection is almost over (thank goodness), so I won't bother you any longer. I would request that you be a little more discerning in your protections going forward though. Mahalo nui loa. --Ali&#39;i 13:58, 17 September 2007 (UTC)

RFA Thanks
<div style="padding: 5px; background: #B0C4DE; border-style: solid; border-width: 10px; border-color: #00008B; font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif; font-size: 100%; "> Click there to open your card! → → → Dearest Anonymous Dissident, Thank you for your participation in my RFA, which closed successfully with 96 supports, 1 oppose, and 3 neutrals. No matter if you !voted support, oppose, neutral, I thank you for taking the time to drop by. I'm a new admin remember, so if you have any suggestions feel free to inform me of them. I would like to give a special shout out to Hirohisat,  Wizardman , and  Husond , for there original co-nominations. Thank you once again and good day. Тhε Rαnδom Eδιτor

Credits
This RFA thanks was inspired by Phaedriel's RFA thanks. So unfortunatly this is not entirely my own design.

Black Brunswickers GA on hold
I have now completed my review of Black Brunswickers, which you nominated as a Good Article candidate. I have placed the article on hold pending some issues being addressed; detailed comments can be found on the article talk page. Regards, EyeSerene TALK 18:49, 15 September 2007 (UTC)

Welcome back Pizza Boy!
Hope your mini-vacation was fun. Ariel ♥ Gold 07:55, 16 September 2007 (UTC)
 * You noticed like 5 minutes after I came back! Yeah, it was ok, but I'm ready to come back. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 07:56, 16 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Damn... and I was just about to bring out the champaign. (sigh) Have to save it for later then... :) -- DarkFalls talk 07:59, 16 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Look who else is back - you went on a two day wikibreak too did you DF? You do deserve it, though. Glad to see you back :) -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 08:02, 16 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Hee hee, I notice these little things! Glad to see you're both back! Ariel ♥ Gold 08:06, 16 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Yeah, it is good to be back. Seems like this slacking is becoming contagious! ;) -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 08:09, 16 September 2007 (UTC)

sweet!
email is super exciting! i will respond shortly :) ~ Eliz 81 <sup style="color:#1E90FF;">(C)  08:55, 16 September 2007 (UTC)
 * OK and I gotta ask, where did 'Pizzaboy' come from? :) ~ Eliz 81 <sup style="color:#1E90FF;">(C)  09:19, 16 September 2007 (UTC)

User page design
Yeah, he is. I'm really crap at user page content, hence my pretty much blank user page for the past few months. I'm thinking of going a little brighter with the green, it's a bit pale and hazy at the moment. Take care,  Sebi  [talk] 09:20, 16 September 2007 (UTC) P.S. great admin work! :)
 * Thanks. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 07:50, 17 September 2007 (UTC)

What happened to all the images?
Been looking round wiki lately and the images that used to be there (mostly flags) have come up as links, wondering if its my computer or if its wikipedia? Thanks, andrewrox424  Bleep 06:44, 17 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Commons is having problems. You can fix individual images temporarily by tacking ?action=purge to the end of an images url. If it's a commons image, do that to its commons copy. <b style="font-family:courier; color:#737CA1;">ornis</b> <b style="color:#C11B17; font-size:smaller;">( t )</b> 07:46, 17 September 2007 (UTC)

Black Brunswickers
Thanks for the feedback. I have looked over the article again, and whilst you have done a great job so far there are still a few things that have not been fully addressed. I think they would be solved by a general copyedit. The LoCE are always busy and can be slow to respond sometimes, so if it would help out, I would be happy to undertake this myself... I'll wait for your go-ahead before diving in though ;) EyeSerene TALK 10:13, 17 September 2007 (UTC)

Dreadstar RfA
<div style="padding: 5px; background: #B0C4DE; border-style: solid; border-width: 10px; border-color: #00008B; font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif; font-size: 100%; "> Click there to open your card! → → → AD, Thank you for your participation in my RFA, which closed successfully with 55 supports, 15 oppose, and 1 neutral. No matter if you !voted support, oppose, neutral, I thank you for taking the time to vote in my nomination. I'm a new admin, so if you have any suggestions feel free to let me know. I would like to give a special shout out to Fang Aili,  Phaedriel , and  Anonymous Dissident , for their co-nominations. Thank you all! Dreadstar

Credits
This RFA thanks was inspired by The Random Editor's modification of Phaedriel's RFA thanks.

Thanks for your support, I took the easy way out of thanking everyone by stealing someone else's design...but know that I sincerely appreciate your support and confidence in me! Dreadstar †  23:21, 17 September 2007 (UTC)

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I understand COI and all, but...
Anonymous Dissident (Talk | contribs) blocked "WMINSTITUTE (Talk | contribs)" (autoblock disabled) with an expiry time of indefinite ‎ (: craeted Wealth Management Institute)

Sorry if I'm not totally up-to-speed on every in-and-out of the snake-y twist-y rule set here, but is simply creating a COI article blockworthy? 152.91.9.144 08:12, 18 September 2007 (UTC)
 * (Replying for AD) Please review the username policy, specifically as it relates to promotional usernames. The COI guideline certainly comes into play, but the infraction was creating a username with the purpose of promoting a company or business. Additionally, review the notability requirements for companies. Thanks, Ariel ♥  Gold 08:14, 18 September 2007 (UTC)
 * By my mistake, all is revealed!
 * Having accidentally pasted the template onto this page, I now see that the +expanded+ template contains text to indicate that the names of companies are not allowed, and can be blocked.
 * No need for me to review the CORPish guideline, article creation had nothing to do with me. (Jumping-to-conclusions alert there, AG. )
 * I was confused because there was no message on the user talk page, and of coure the template doesn't expand in an edit summary. Please ignore me, back to sched. programming... 152.91.9.144 08:17, 18 September 2007 (UTC)
 * No apologies necessary, as you have every right to inquire, and you did so quite politely and respectfully, which I'm sure AD will appreciate. Also, my apologies for assuming you were the creator of the name/article and thus, somehow associated with that company, but I hope you understand how I could easily think that. I understand (and I'm sure AD understands) that not everyone reviews the username policy prior to creating them, nor do they review the other relevant policies prior to creating pages. As long as you realize the reasons behind it, all is good! If you'd like to make a new username, feel free, we're always welcome to see people come to help! And if you've got any other questions, please do not hesitate to contact myself or AD as we're more than willing to assist! (I think he's sleeping, so I thought I'd reply so you didn't have to wait, note that I'm not "speaking for him" in any official capacity, lol) Ariel ♥ Gold 08:24, 18 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Striking comment intended for original username/creator of article. Again my apologies for not understanding you were unrelated to the issue. Ariel ♥ Gold 08:28, 18 September 2007 (UTC)

Just thought I'd point this out to you
Anonymous Dissident -- ÐeadΣyeДrrow (Talk|Contribs) 08:20, 18 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Ohhh... AD's first official "homage"! [[Image:Face-grin.svg|25px]] Ariel ♥  Gold 08:25, 18 September 2007 (UTC)
 * I don't get the point of going though all that work of creating an account to create articles attacking admins just for it all to be deleted and banned in a few minutes. -- ÐeadΣyeДrrow (Talk|Contribs) 08:40, 18 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Perhaps the fact that you (and I) don't understand that, is a good thing? lol. Ariel ♥ Gold 08:42, 18 September 2007 (UTC)

Walk t'plank!

 * Thanks Husond. Happy International Talk Like a Pirate Day yo you too. Cheers -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 21:41, 19 September 2007 (UTC)


 * Ughh. The stereotypical Cornish accent sickens me.  bibliomaniac 1 5  15 years of trouble and general madness 21:42, 19 September 2007 (UTC)

Those good ol' Black Brunswickers
I've finished the copyedit - I was unable to clarify the references for a couple of the citations, and wasn't sure which von Pivka books refs 5 and 8 refer to, so I couldn't change those over to use the cite book template. I'll leave those to you if you don't mind ;)

If you could cast your eye over the article to make sure I haven't butchered it too badly, and we can pin down those references, I'll be happy to pass it. I did add a little more detail in places, but hopefully I haven't got any facts wrong. One more thing I wanted to check with you: I assumed in the lead that the corps was disbanded in the early 1820s... please remove if this is wrong, or if not, do you have a ref for that too?

Regards, EyeSerene TALK 18:02, 19 September 2007 (UTC)


 * Thanks for the feedback. Sorry to be a pain, but for ref 5 (Otto Von Pivka, Christopher F Shores, Michael P. Roffe Napoleon's German Allies), there are 5 potential candidates listed on amazon (here). In order to get the ISBN etc for a properly formatted reference, can you identify which book the ref refers to? Thanks! EyeSerene TALK 09:50, 20 September 2007 (UTC)


 * Quick work! I'm just tracking down the last remaining refs, then I think we're good to go ;) EyeSerene TALK 09:59, 20 September 2007 (UTC)

Advice
Eeek! Missed one. Normally I do try to blank (eg ) and fill in my own summary. Thanks for the heads up. Pedro | Chat  09:30, 20 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Ahh, no worries. I noticed it was only the earlier ones ie. the deletions made on the 17th, 18th etc. Just thought I'd let you know. On the whole, I am glad that you are now helping clear the CSD backlog. Cheers -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 09:32, 20 September 2007 (UTC)
 * That one was tagged with db-a7 though. I know you're suppose to check, but still... Dihydrogen Monoxide (H2O) (Drought) 09:33, 20 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Well, in reply to that, you are right - one should still check, of course. Many speedy tags are misplaced. Obviously one should check, and in the checking, one would find offensive material. I think this was rather a case of Pedro just forgetting to blank the autosummary rather than him trusting the CSD notice to the point of not even looking at the text. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 09:36, 20 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Pizzaboy is giving out advice? O.O :P-- DarkFalls talk 10:03, 20 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Yes, I know what you think - that can only lead to trouble. You just wait DF. You just wait until the conspiracy... -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 10:08, 20 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Actually it's interesting that. I've noticed an awfull lot of wrongly tagged articles e.g. yes they are okay to be speedied but not for the reasons on the tag - normally I shove my reason for deletion at the front, particularly if it's contrary to the requestors reason. And I also notice a lot of stuff tagged that really is very borderline (check my contribs history for "speedy declined"). I also note that a lot of people don't bother warning the creating editor, which is a total pain. Hey Ho. Pedro | Chat  10:09, 20 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Conspiracy? You guys are going to overthrow me??? /me hides behind Pedro... -- DarkFalls talk 10:34, 20 September 2007 (UTC)
 * What Conspiracy ? -- PEDRO —Preceding unsigned comment added by Pedro (talk • contribs) 10:46, 20 September 2007 (UTC)
 * You forgot yourself.... -- DarkFalls talk 10:49, 20 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Sssssshhhhhh - don't tell everyone. The walls have ears.....) Pedro | Chat  11:01, 20 September 2007 (UTC)
 * You can knock out Husond... like you did on the RfA... -- DarkFalls talk 11:02, 20 September 2007 (UTC)

GA pass for Black Brunswickers
Congratulations on an excellent copyedit on the suggestions provided. I now have no hesitation in passing Black Brunswickers as a Good Article, and have updated the templates on the article talk page. You may wish to copy the following template:   and paste it to somewhere suitable (such as your user page). It will produce the following userbox

and add you to the category "Good Article contributors".

It's been a pleasure working with you - well done! EyeSerene TALK 10:33, 20 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Thanks EyeSerene. You helped contribute much as well. I think you deserve some recognition too; I don't think it would go amiss if you put the same userbox on your page because you really did make some good edits there. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 10:36, 20 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Thanks AD - it seems a bit cheeky to award myself a GA userbox, but since you've proposed it... maybe I will ;) All the best, EyeSerene TALK 10:59, 20 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Not cheeky at all. You did the work... -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 11:01, 20 September 2007 (UTC)
 * So many GAs... /me grabs some while AD isn't looking... -- DarkFalls talk 10:38, 20 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Not really. Check out IvoShandor.... -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 10:40, 20 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Ahem... We all look pale against Lord Emsworth... -- DarkFalls talk 10:44, 20 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Indeed... -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 10:46, 20 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Oooo... Awadewit is increasing on the list... Now 9 FAs... -- DarkFalls talk 10:48, 20 September 2007 (UTC)

The now-traditional RFA thank-spam
<div style="padding: 5px; background: #F2C880; border-style: solid; border-width: 7px; border-color: #C1118C; font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif; font-size: 100%; "> Click there to open your card! → → →  Dear , Thank you for your participation in my RFA, which closed successfully with 83 supports, 1 oppose, and 0 neutrals. No matter if you voted (I mean, "!voted") support or oppose, I thank you for taking the time to drop by. I'm new, remember, so if you have any suggestions feel free to inform me of them, and if I do anything wrong, feel free to add to the permanent chorus of disapproval on my talk page. Special thanks to WaltonOne and Dihydrogen Monoxide for nominating me. iride scent  (talk to me!)  20:52, 20 September 2007 (UTC)

Credits
This design was brazenly stolen from inspired by Тhε Rαnδom Eδιτor 's RFA Thanks, which in turn was inspired by  Phaedriel's RFA thanks.

Changing username
Hello. I've got a question concerning usurpation of username. I'd like to change username to "Lothar". The user has only 1 edit and he did it over 4 years ago so he's definitely inactive. Greetings Lothar25 21:31, 20 September 2007 (UTC)


 * I don't think it is possible, because usernames with any edits at all can normally not be usurped, but you may place a request at WP:USURP. Anonymous Dissident isn't a bureaucrat, so he can't rename users.  Melsaran  (talk) 14:19, 21 September 2007 (UTC)

Apple River Fort
I dare say, Battle of Apple River Fort is shaping up nicely, almost there. IvoShandor 10:37, 21 September 2007 (UTC)

AfD closure
Hello there. Just a quick note to remind you that when you're closing an AfD debate (such as Articles for deletion/People Against Censorship (2nd nomination)), make sure that you put the top close template above the section heading, otherwise the bots won't realize that it's closed. Cheers, Mackensen (talk) 10:46, 21 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Ahhh sorry. I am so used to using an automated closer that I made a mistake doing it manually on a computer which uses IE as a browser... -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 23:12, 21 September 2007 (UTC)

GHS Userbox
Hey! Today I decided to make a userbox for Gosford High School! Check it out, and see what you think. user GHS Any changes you'd like to see give me a heads up on my talk page. andrewrox424 Bleep 14:16, 21 September 2007 (UTC)

User:Auroranorth/MyBJAODN/Copycat/Unblock emails
Please restore this, I meant to put there, but didn't get around to it. Auroranorth 04:01, 22 September 2007 (UTC)
 * I'd just like to note that using humour shouldn't be used as an excuse.  Sebi  [talk] 07:10, 24 September 2007 (UTC)

Nehrams2020 RfA Thanks
Thank you for your participation in my RfA, which closed successfully with unanimous support. I appreciate you taking the time to stop by and vote and I can't wait to learn the new tools and further immerse myself into Wikipedia! Please don't hesitate to point out any errors I make so I can prevent them from occurring again. I'm always here to help, so if you ever need anything, just let me know. Also, thanks to Wizardman for nominating me and for guiding many other editors to become admins. Again, thank you and happy editing! --Nehrams2020 07:08, 24 September 2007 (UTC)

sorry
sorry about that i was just having a laugh
 * ok then. Please dont do it again, then. Let us start afresh if you really are. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 08:24, 24 September 2007 (UTC)

*poke poke*
you around? :P ~ Eliz 81 <sup style="color:#1E90FF;">(C)  09:36, 24 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Yeah. How can I be of service? :P -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 09:36, 24 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Just by bein' you. Feel a little morale drained right now. Yeah yeah WP:NOT, but how are things going? ~ Eliz 81 <sup style="color:#1E90FF;">(C)  09:40, 24 September 2007 (UTC)
 * No, of course. I'm fine thanks. Getting bit hungry, lol. Been for a bit of a vandal attack today... How about yourself? -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 09:42, 24 September 2007 (UTC)
 * LOL right as I read that my tummy growled. Maybe I should take action. Not too much on the 'pedia for me, I've done some RC and kept up with my watchlist. But I need to learn not to read threads and pages that will make want to bang my head against a wall. Now what to eat? Ooo I made poached eggs for the first time today, yay ~ Eliz 81 <sup style="color:#1E90FF;">(C)  09:45, 24 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Poached eggs? I love them. Anyway - what made you so frustrated? or is it something you'd rather not talk on...? -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 09:47, 24 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Aww you're like my wikishrink! :P I'll email you off-wiki. Yes aren't poached eggs the most delicious things ever. Seriously. What else can I poach?! :) ~ Eliz 81 <sup style="color:#1E90FF;">(C)  09:49, 24 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Not much legally :P Oh, and I'm ready for the email anytime, so send it whenever you like. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 09:50, 24 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Done, and done. So I read the poaching page on wiki and it looks like eggs are the way to go. I'm tempted to poach again! 4 eggs in one day = awesome or = crazy? :) ~ Eliz 81 <sup style="color:#1E90FF;">(C)  10:13, 24 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Lol ok. Replied.
 * 2 more eggs n toast and some rc patrol later, i am off. thanks for the reply. talk soon AD! ~ Eliz 81 <sup style="color:#1E90FF;">(C)  11:26, 24 September 2007 (UTC)

Alleged vandalism
Please see my talk page. Seektruthfromfacts 10:00, 24 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Replied on user talk. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 11:11, 24 September 2007 (UTC)

Wikignome Award

 * Congratulations, Cas and AD! :)  Sebi  [talk] 06:13, 25 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Thanks -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 06:15, 25 September 2007 (UTC)

On tiggers
OK I've made a to-do list on the tiger talk page. I have some other projects which means I can't do the brunt of it but it'd be great if you do and me and other folk like User:Marskell, who's keen on working up leopard, will help out. I'm curious WRT the folklore etc. You can download ref no. 1 which will be good to cite several facts in the article. If you can find a book solely on tigers you'll be laughing. After all teh content is more or less right then we can copyedit away and do teh lead though I've cheated a bit with the lead already (breaking my own rule) cheers, Casliber (talk · contribs) 05:21, 26 September 2007 (UTC)

Just curious...
Why 17 days? Jmlk 1  7  11:04, 26 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Because I am a very indecisive person so I chose the closest average of 2 weeks and 3. I'm weird like that. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 11:31, 26 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Lol... you Aussies ;). A very good answer though.  Jmlk  1  7  11:35, 26 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Hehe. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 11:59, 26 September 2007 (UTC)

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Thanks for blocking Hero of light - I was just in the middle of writing an WP:AIV request! -- Kateshort forbob  10:56, 28 September 2007 (UTC)
 * No worries. He's just been making trouble from day 1, so its time he packed his bags. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 10:56, 28 September 2007 (UTC)

Pssst...
You around? Ariel ♥ Gold 01:15, 29 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Yep. How can I help you out? -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 01:15, 29 September 2007 (UTC)
 * If you would, please, my dear, give me your opinion of this? Ariel ♥ Gold 01:18, 29 September 2007 (UTC)
 * I personally think it is just too long, but, for the sake of hearing others opinions (since it was removed by an editor with fairly high regard in the username area), I think you should probably take it to RFCN, with the comment that "it was removed, but it is a possible(/probable, I would think, myself) vio". -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 01:25, 29 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Well, it was removed by Sam, and I respect his views and experience, but I think that being too lenient over time, can end up setting precedents for names like this, that really shouldn't be allowed. So that's why I didn't put a notice on the user's talk page. I do think this is a violation, it may make "sense" but it is just too long, no spaces, too hard to type, and as a sig would be disruptive. So ugh, I dunno... Ariel ♥ Gold 01:32, 29 September 2007 (UTC)
 * In reconsideration, I think this really is too long. Blocked. Over 50 characters... -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 01:33, 29 September 2007 (UTC)
 * 53, vs 40 of the guideline. 42, 43, if it made sense, (like the flying spaghetti thing at RFCN the other day), then I usually feel that eh...allow it. But this had commas and capitalization, and all of those things combined, make the name just hard to type for anyone. Sure, there is copy/paste, but that's not always available if you're not at a page that the person's name is. I mean, heck I can't tell you how many times I've gone to User:Anonymous Disident because my fingers are too fast. lol. Ariel ♥ Gold 01:36, 29 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Hehe. Somehow, I never typo my own name. Its imprinted in my mind. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 01:41, 29 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Oh, my mind knows your name by heart, but my fingers occasionally go faster than my mind, or my fingernails get in the way, lol. Ariel ♥ Gold 01:43, 29 September 2007 (UTC)

Semiprotection on Nova Scotia
Thanks.  Andrew 6 47 03:18, 29 September 2007 (UTC)
 * No problem. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 03:20, 29 September 2007 (UTC)

Wikipedia talk:Changing username/Usurpations
I posted a question here and since I saw your name in several recent threads I was hoping you could provide a conclusive answer to my request. Thanks in advance, — aldebaer⁠ 12:33, 29 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Replied: User:Cornelius. — aldebaer⁠ 14:56, 29 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Ok, thanks. — aldebaer⁠ 16:40, 29 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Sorry - maybe there is another name you could request...? -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 16:43, 29 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Nevermind, no urge for a name change, it just occured to me. — aldebaer⁠ 18:33, 29 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Ok then. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 18:35, 29 September 2007 (UTC)

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RfA comment
Ignore completely what I said on the RfA of Samulili. I was an idiot and misread things while looking at the RfA. While I've still stuck with oppose, I've took back all my other related comments (like the one on the talkpage) because after re-reading, things are no-where near as shocking as what I first thought. Sorry about that. It was my fault. <span style="font-family:Comic Sans MS,sans-serif"> Lra drama 10:27, 30 September 2007 (UTC)
 * No worries. It can be easy to miss things, at times. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 10:29, 30 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Thankyou. :-) I feel a right idiot now. <span style="font-family:Comic Sans MS,sans-serif"> Lra drama 10:32, 30 September 2007 (UTC)
 * I don't think you should feel like that; you can't be expected to be infallible. The man that expects another to be immune from error is the right idiot. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 10:33, 30 September 2007 (UTC)

User:Shin-Broly
The above user has been repeatably placing fair use images into his userspace, even after they were removed and comments left on his talk page. Furthermore, the images he has uploaded (Image:Sfa3-ss.gif, Image:Broly is god.jpeg, and Image:133-1-.jpeg) all lack copyright information, their source, as well as a fair use rationale. I believe they were uploaded solely to decorate his userpage. Much appreciated. Sephiroth BCR ( Converse ) 18:04, 30 September 2007 (UTC)
 * I have deleted all three images (despite the fact that the seven days had not expired; IAR since he was repeatedly ignoring warnings) If he continues to upload, and place in user space etc., then please let me know. -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 23:39, 30 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Will do. Thanks. Sephiroth BCR  ( Converse ) 23:40, 30 September 2007 (UTC)

Criticism of Muhammad article
Please add the protection template the page, since you fully protected it.  Yahel  Guhan  19:49, 30 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Ahhh my mistake. Mind lapse. You know, if this happens, you can just add the temp. yourself... -- Anonymous Dissident  Talk 23:24, 30 September 2007 (UTC)

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Template_talk:Cite_web
Hi, please take a look at the discussion. I would appreciate it if at the very least a discussion was formed before making an edit as major as yours. Gary <b style="color:#02b;">King</b> ( talk ) 15:45, 4 September 2008 (UTC)
 * Sure. I don't think it is major however, especially considering that it is the only correct format by the MOS, and numerous other templates, a few of them even more major than this one, have been updated to reflect this. &mdash; Anonymous Dissident  Talk 23:40, 4 September 2008 (UTC)

Tip on Safari page
Usually screenshots of browsers display the Wikipedia main page rather than the web page of the browser itself. I don't think it's an official rule, just what usually happens. -Sebi 07:31, 7 September 2008 (UTC)
 * Looking across a few such articles, I see that you are right. While it is not set in stone, I think following precedence is the best move. I have therefore updated my image file to reflect this. &mdash; Anonymous Dissident  Talk 08:29, 7 September 2008 (UTC)


 * Thanks but I didn't add the image you are talking about. That was added by User:Meow. AlistairMcMillan (talk) 15:35, 7 September 2008 (UTC)

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I've undone your revert. See my reasoning here. Thanks. - Rjd0060 (talk) 15:10, 7 September 2008 (UTC)
 * Replied at that forum. &mdash; Anonymous Dissident  Talk 01:58, 8 September 2008 (UTC)

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Thanks for tagging the target account for me. I went to work right after I got offline, and completely forgot to tag it. Templarion1 (talk) 16:39, 12 September 2008 (UTC)
 * Hey, that's no problem. Cheers, &mdash; Anonymous Dissident  Talk 16:56, 12 September 2008 (UTC)

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DYK Time Reset
Thanks for resetting the DYK time page. No administrators had reset it for two hours past its set time, and I was getting worried. I contacted a few admins on their talk pages, but none of them were online. I have already handed out the credits, and tagged the necessary articles with DYK tags. As I'm not an admin, I obviously couldn't update the clock. Thanks again, Jor  dan  <sup style="color:blue;">Contribs  14:51, 19 September 2008 (UTC)
 * Yes, I noticed you'd done the credits. Thanks very much for your help. Cheers, &mdash; Anonymous Dissident  Talk 14:52, 19 September 2008 (UTC)

Admins and bots
Touché.

Alas, it is an imperfect solution but I have no idea where to go from here. Consensus seems to be, "Let's turn a blind eye to admins running unapproved bots". I really don't like the idea of having exceptions for admins *because* they're admins. It's a reinforcement of the idea that "the rules don't apply to admins", that "admins are special" etc. The admin bots being run do a lot of the background work and the encyclopedia wouldn't run properly without them, but we really need more transparency too. Seraphim&hearts; Whipp  17:27, 20 September 2008 (UTC)
 * I thought your idea definitely had potential. It's implementation would, of course, cause a noticeable change in the way admins are reviewed, but perhaps this is needed in of itself. I might even consider proposing it independently of the RfAr. We trust admins with tools often more volatile than the scripts admins might be tempted to run, and, after all, everything can be undone. I'd also note that my "touché"'d point actually falls apart in that we gained consensus to impart the "give rollback" tool to administrators, despite having over 1000 admins promoted without that consideration. ;) Best, &mdash; Anonymous Dissident  Talk 17:41, 20 September 2008 (UTC)

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CUU
You mentioned that the template could be improved so that when there are edits present, the other information inputted into the template isn't cut off. Would you know how to do this? I've looked for a good ten minutes, but have come to the conclusion I'm not too good with templates. Cau lde  09:35, 21 September 2008 (UTC)
 * Hehe. I tried about a month and a half ago, and came to the same conclusion. You could indulge in a good 15 minutes of enjoyment exploring my frustration on the history, if you like. ;) I might see if I can find a true adept of template editing; I'm fairly experienced myself, and this stumped me, so we may need to look for someone who really knows their stuff. Know anyone? &mdash; Anonymous Dissident  Talk
 * Yes, I saw that. :) I was wondering maybe,, he created the template, so maybe he might have some good ideas. If he doesn't (or can't), I'll get myself in a fumble trying to find out. Cau  lde  09:50, 21 September 2008 (UTC)

A Hybrid of Political Doctrine and Encyclopedic Collaboration
I don't see that you've been notified of your essay's being MfDed, viz., here (apologies for the redundancy if you were otherwise notified); even as your participation at MfD surely won't be necessary (this one will be a clear "keep"), it is probably appropriate that one alert you. 68.250.155.40 (talk) 07:13, 22 September 2008 (UTC)
 * Thank you very much for the notification. &mdash; Anonymous Dissident  Talk 07:40, 22 September 2008 (UTC)

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 * Thank you very much Nichalp. I very much enjoy the "grunt work". You 'crats are the real stars, getting the job done efficiently. &mdash; Anonymous Dissident  Talk 06:01, 25 September 2008 (UTC)

Orissa
Thanks so much for restoring the edit lock as the article is being re-written. Could you restore it to an earlier version as some of the citations in the current article have been removed. This would assist the person re-writing the article. I suggest, [this one. Thanks. [[User:Recordfreenow|Recordfreenow]] (talk) 09:15, 28 September 2008 (UTC)
 * I decline to touch this article, as I act as the impartial admin who protected it. &mdash; Anonymous Dissident  Talk 09:34, 28 September 2008 (UTC)
 * Sir/Madam, I am ambivalent to taking sides and really dont mind how and when this is re-written. However, the current version's section on National Commission on minorities is clearly misquoting the report and also misrepresenting a Government of India agency. This is in violation of WP:CITE. The current section is not even cited and the one there was earlier was at least cited. It is a matter of common sense and not taking sides.Recordfreenow (talk) 09:54, 28 September 2008 (UTC)
 * You've been engaged in an edit war, from what I can tell, over these citations (among others). I am not changing the state of this protected article. Please make use of this time to discuss, rather than continue to push changes to this article through the protection. &mdash; Anonymous Dissident  Talk 10:11, 28 September 2008 (UTC)
 * The article has been under mediation. I disagree about being engaged in an edit war. I am afraid your comment is unreasonable. I have been the most involved in giving objective and detailed explanation. You may check the Discussion page. I am going to Request for comment. Recordfreenow (talk) 10:19, 28 September 2008 (UTC)
 * Please do. Perhaps some agreement can be found elsewhere about this matter, because I do not think it proper for me to edit this article under the influence of you, being someone involved, nor over the protection I have imposed. Perhaps try on the talk page to find the opinion of an uninvolved admin. That is all I have to say. &mdash;  Anonymous Dissident  Talk 11:09, 28 September 2008 (UTC)

name change
Hi, sorry its late, on Changing username/Usurpations, you said on the Moon Star X1 - HK22 name change, you have requested another name on Wikipedia changing username, which one do you want?. Well I want the HK22 name. It would be great if you renamed my Moon Star X1 account to the HK22 account. Could you please reply back on my talk page.  Moon Star X1   Talk to me! 04:15, 29 September 2008 (UTC)

Neutrality in quark
Hi Anonymous Dissident. Can you explain how this edit, which largely removed material I had just added, improved the neutrality of the article? No statement in there was controversial. Now, if it was too much detail on one subject, that I readily understand. ;) -- SCZenz (talk) 12:13, 29 September 2008 (UTC)
 * Hey there. I did not refer to the guideline of POV neutrality, but I rather removed information that was of a speculative nature and was not strictly part of the quark timeline. The reasons for the top quark's mass are unclear; all that has been published is purely hypoethtical, rather than historical. On the other hand, good information about the Higgs theory in relation to quarks is available in the section on Mass. That was my reason for simplifying that particular piece of content. Oh, and in regards to the precise weight of the top quark, ie. heavier than the hadron by a factor of 36 etc., I removed that because it was, again, overcomplicating a history section, when "heavier than a gold nucleus" was an adequate descriptor without further and more complex examples. &mdash; Anonymous Dissident  Talk 12:18, 29 September 2008 (UTC)
 * Thanks for your reply. I think the statement that it's overcomplicated argument is 100% fair.  I probably put too much in, because I was trying to modify what was there before so that it was accurate.  I think you misunderstand the way that theories of particle physics work, and the way they relate to our data, if you are so quick to dismiss the removed text as "purely hypothetical"&mdash;but we can leave that argument alone unless it becomes relevant elsewhere.  -- SCZenz (talk) 13:53, 29 September 2008 (UTC)
 * I perfectly understand the way that theories are developed and changed. The speculative nature of early theoretical development in an area as little understood as the quark model is not one that should be chartered in the history, unless you can find evidence that the said theory has been scientifically endorsed. Empirical evidence is largely required for inclusion in a history; there has been no such evidence for the Higgs boson, and I assume there will be no such evidence for quite some time, even if the LHC is rendered operational again. Instead, information relating to the Higgs boson and its mechanism eould probably be more beneficial in the section specifically dedicated to quark mass. I don't intend to throw off the Higgs theory as "purely hypothetical", it is merely of little consequence in a history, that is, a piece of text regarding past and scientifically real developments. &mdash; Anonymous Dissident  Talk 15:02, 29 September 2008 (UTC)

Unsupported sentence
Hi there. I've removed a sentence from the quark history regarding doubts about the charm quark. It cited Staley, page 15; after looking at that page and the surrounding ones, I found no support for the statement. If I've missed something, you have my apologies; if there is another source for the statement, of course you should put it back in. -- SCZenz (talk) 08:11, 30 September 2008 (UTC)
 * Ah, I didn't mean for that sentence to fall under the ref of Staley. I'll try and find another ref. &mdash; Anonymous Dissident  Talk 08:14, 30 September 2008 (UTC)

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Orders of magnitude (numbers)
I have reverted you here. Many editors have overlooked the requirement for dimensionless numbers so I have now created Template:Editnotices/Page/Orders of magnitude (numbers). Does that look OK? PrimeHunter (talk) 16:02, 6 September 2009 (UTC)
 * Oh, yes. I forgot about the dimensions. Thanks for fixing that up. — Anonymous Dissident  Talk 05:55, 7 September 2009 (UTC)

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Could I get your input on Changing_username/Usurpations, I am not sure which way to go.  MBisanz  talk 17:21, 6 September 2009 (UTC)
 * Hey. I've added my two cents' worth there. Might be a good idea to see what a third person thinks. — Anonymous Dissident  Talk 05:59, 7 September 2009 (UTC)

My recent SUL name change
Dear Dissident, I understand it will take time to rename and unify all my accounts on other Wikiprojects; however, I was curious my WikiCommons account is still named Marsa Lahminal, so is my SimpleWiki. I just want to know how much time does it generally take to unify all accounts. My request can be seen here. Samar (talk) 23:31, 6 September 2009 (UTC)
 * A name change done here will only rename your en.wiki account. You have to separately rename all your other accounts on different wikis.  bibliomaniac 1  5  03:22, 7 September 2009 (UTC)

Your FAC
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ClueBot VI
ClueBot VI did exactly what it was supposed to, and I've reverted to it's revision. Someone added collapse top to the top of the requests, which ClueBot VI thought was part of the header, and correctly didn't touch. I've removed that template. Please unblock the bot. -- Cobi(t 09:02, 8 September 2009 (UTC)
 * Right, okay. My thought was that it was a malfunction, especially given that WJBscribe blocked it late last month and it was only recently unblocked. I've unblocked it. You should be aware that the collapsed material you removed needs to be archived; its presence there was not a mistake, but a way of archiving requests in the bot's absence. — Anonymous Dissident  Talk 09:23, 8 September 2009 (UTC)
 * Furthermore, in response to "Please check the diff next time before you block the bot.'': I do apologise for my error, but given that the bot was only recently disabled for playing up, and had only recently been unblocked, I don't think my reaction was terribly rash or unjustifiable. You yourself admitted that there was an "issue" with it on Wikipedia_talk:Changing_username/Usurpations. — Anonymous Dissident  Talk 09:29, 8 September 2009 (UTC)

Doodle Jump
Hi AD. Thanks for the note. Its not the best article I have ever seen. However all I did was check the hook and glance at the article before I promoted it. If I had time I might have done more. However I think the reason why these articles are in a long queue is so that everybody has a chance to comment/work on them. Over the last couple of days I have tried to clear up the (exceptionally long) outstanding hooks. Some deleted, some promoted. I'm not sure that this can be avoided unless the promoting admin is the approving process for all DYK rule compliance.... which is too difficult I suggest. Have I misunderstood? Victuallers (talk) 13:33, 9 September 2009 (UTC)
 * I do see where you're coming from. Because so many people vet the noms, I suppose it's only natural that you should not spend too much time reviewing them yourself when you promote. I suspect the occasional one slips through. Even so, I don't think we can say "it's not the best article I have ever seen"; it was little more than a game manual ("you" all over it), and lacked basic punctuation (three missing possessive apostrophes). I guess there's not much we can do but shrug and resolve that accidents happen. Maybe the key is to conduct a more thorough check when it's seen that no / not many reviewers have looked at an article beforehand? — Anonymous Dissident  Talk 13:40, 9 September 2009 (UTC)

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"Self" for antiparticles.
I reverted you on graviton since "self" is used across all the infoboxes I came across. I'm not saying that's the way it has to be, but if we change it, it should be changed across all the infoboxes (a good forum for discussion would probably be WP:PHYS). Headbomb {{{sup|ταλκ}}<sub style="margin-left:-4.0ex;">κοντριβς – WP Physics} 13:58, 13 September 2009 (UTC)
 * Yeah, I saw. No problem – we should keep to the standard. I would say that "self" is probably less formal though. I might bring it up at PHYS at a future date. — Anonymous Dissident  Talk 14:00, 13 September 2009 (UTC)

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The Covent-Garden Journal
Congrats on promotion. It was scary for a while as it dropped to the bottom without many reviews, but FAC pulled through and people came by and ensured that it had enough people watching to make sure it was really a great article. :) Ottava Rima (talk) 21:49, 13 September 2009 (UTC)
 * Thanks. And congratulations to you too. :-) — Anonymous Dissident  Talk 09:18, 14 September 2009 (UTC)

The Tireless Contributor Barnstar

 * Thank you very much, meshach. :-) — Anonymous Dissident  Talk 06:11, 15 September 2009 (UTC)

Quick question about SUL renaming
I know this is more the domain of stewards but before I go and request something over at meta I thought I'd just ask you since you're involved with usurping/renaming here, how would you go about renaming a SUL account on all projects? I have logins on dozens of wikis and want to change my global username, but am unsure how this would work. Here's what I am thinking: 1) usurp the two 0-edit accounts currently at the username I want, 2) ask for renames at all bureaucrat-manned wikis, 3) ask for renames at meta for unmanned wikis. Does this sound valid? Would stealing away local accounts from a unified SUL account have any detrimental effect? +Hexagon1 13:42, 15 September 2009 (UTC)
 * That sounds pretty much like the recommended procedure. Request a rename at the official venues on all projects with local bureaucrats, and request that the Stewards do it for projects without bureaucrats. Naturally, if the name you're after has been taken by active editors on other projects, you may not be able to take it at all – you can't infringe on others' global claims. Regards, — Anonymous Dissident  Talk 13:47, 15 September 2009 (UTC)
 * Good, thank you for the advice, I was just worried that there may be technical problems with moving accounts away from a SUL unified one, you know, database and such. Also, what would happen after the rename (here at enwiki for instance) should I try to login with my current account and password? Would it refuse outright, let me register as a completely new user or automatically create a local account under SUL? +Hexagon1 13:55, 15 September 2009 (UTC)
 * When an account is renamed from a -> b, a is effectively "unregistered". The appropriate userspace redirects are created (unless otherwise requested), but a is otherwise non-existent, from a technical perspective. It is sometimes good practice to re-register and block a, especially when the renamed user is an admin or particularly high-profile and there is potential for abuse. — Anonymous Dissident  Talk 14:00, 15 September 2009 (UTC)
 * OK, great, thanks for the help. +Hexagon1 14:02, 15 September 2009 (UTC)
 * Sorry, one more follow-up question. I have requested a rename here, should I request renames at the other wikis now or wait until after the enwiki rename? I'm still not sure how it works, will the "unregistration" happen locally only? So I will be left with a SUL account with all the other local accounts untouched, but enwiki missing, right? What if the renames occur on the other wikis earlier than here, will that have any implications should I later want to unite them, and what will that mean for the "home wiki" field? Sorry about taking up your time, really appreciate the help. +Hexagon1 14:20, 15 September 2009 (UTC)
 * It might be best to wait till the enwiki rename, if only so you have something to show for it on enwiktionary. From there, you can conduct the SUL move as slowly or quickly as you like. The unregistration will only be local. You will be left with a SUL without enwiki, yes. In theory, there would be no implications if you were to unite elsewhere, but it's a cleaner transaction (if I recall correctly from my own unification) to unite when your home wiki account has been moved over. I'm perfectly happy to answer any and all questions you might have. :-) — Anonymous Dissident  Talk 14:26, 15 September 2009 (UTC)
 * Brilliant, thanks. I'm just a bit apprehensive about stuffing something up, which I have a knack for doing. I will drop by if I have something else to ask (or, infinitely more likely, when I find myself desperately trying to register SUL in Malagasy... ), thanks for the assistance! +Hexagon1 14:33, 15 September 2009 (UTC)
 * No problem. It really just is a case of getting the rename here, establishing the SUL, and absorbing accounts on other projects over time. Painfully drawn-out and tedious, but quite simple. Best, — Anonymous Dissident  Talk 14:39, 15 September 2009 (UTC)

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Hey, I created an account for my bot (YATBot) about a month ago with a certain email. I no longer have that email, so therefore I can't reset the password. Is there anything I can or you can do about this? For proof that I am the owner, I created it under my account. Also, a BRfA got approved about a week or two ago from me. Thanks for your help. AHRtbA== Talk 23:29, 22 September 2009 (UTC)
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Arbitration/Requests/Case - ". He tolerates no disagreement with his point of view: if he encounters any, he threatens, bullies, and behaves noxiously until he gets his way, usually by wearing out the opposition."

When you worked with me on the Covent Garden Journal page and FAC, do you feel the above to be true? I mentioned three of the FAs I worked with that had tense situations, but there was clear cooperation and concession on each side. However, I did not want to speak for your opinion, as you may have thought that I was abusive or a bully to you when working on the page. Ottava Rima (talk) 22:02, 25 September 2009 (UTC)
 * On the contrary, I found you co-operative and open to disagreement. We collaborated well, and whenever disagreement about content arose, discussion moved fluidly on the talk page. I can't vouch for as much when it comes to the project-space. I've seen you become quite embroiled in controversial proceedings, and I have seen your temper flare on a number of occasions. I don't think you have a malicious intention, though – that you want only the best for Wikipedia is evidenced by your numerous contributions to the mainspace. I think you just get too caught-up in whichever debacle happens to be taking place, and you lose yourself in it. In those situations, I think you'd do yourself some good to take a step back and do something relaxing for a while. Few things are really worth getting worked-up about. Only the best, — Anonymous Dissident  Talk 02:41, 26 September 2009 (UTC)

Thanks
Thanks for closing my request for adminship! Been a long week trying to answer difficult questions and clear up statements, and it's nice to finally relax again. :) Bob the Wikipedian (talk • contribs) 05:06, 26 September 2009 (UTC)
 * No worries. If you need anything, just shout. — Anonymous Dissident  Talk 16:19, 26 September 2009 (UTC)

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Could I have your help?
I wanted to create a userbox that would autocompute the years, months and days of one's sobriety, in the way the userbox that you created does. To do this I simply copied the entire code, changing nothing except the id box, adding Sob to the year, and exiting the info box from This user is X years, Y months, and Z days old to This user has been sober for X years, Y months, and Z days.

Unfortunately, when you enter the perimters, it doesn't work:

15|year=1994|month=6|day=30

I am not a programmer in any source of the word, so general advice won't fix it. I need someone to correct the code or I have to scrap the box.

If you could help or could direct me to someone who could, I'd be grateful.

Thanks SonPraises (talk) (contributions) 18:19, 29 September 2009 (UTC)


 * Apparently it doesn't work in a usbk list.  But it does work everywhere else.  Sorry to waste your time, but thanks for creating the code to a great userbox.SonPraises (talk) (contributions) 18:24, 29 September 2009 (UTC)
 * I'd quite forgotten about that userbox. It's no trouble. Best, — Anonymous Dissident  Talk 15:10, 30 September 2009 (UTC)

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