User talk:HighwayCello/Archive/11

Good luck!! :D
That's very exciting! I wish you the best of luck, my friend, and will be keeping a close eye on it. Whatever happens, do not become discouaraged, or I'll have to beat some sense into you over the internet! Regardless of things that people may have already said, you would do well. -- Nataly a 22:56, 27 July 2006 (UTC)
 * That's because you don't suck. You just got some unforuntate first oppose votes that have made it too easy for everyone else to oppose.  I'm sorry it's not going so well. :(   I've never been a fan of withdrawing RfAs (just a personal thing), but if you did now, you could always come back the third time and compare how civil you have been since then, which would be fine, I'm sure. -- Nataly a  23:48, 27 July 2006 (UTC)
 * I'm sorry it didn't work out, Highway. But hey, there is a positive side to this!  As opposed to your first RfA, now you really only have one thing to work on, as you've certainly got everything else down.  I bet in two or three months, if you've stayed really civil, and worked on resolving disputes, and have a lot of good examples of it, you'll be a shoo-in candidate.  I know that you can do it, that is, if you still want to (don't go running off the Wikipedia now!).  Drop me a line when you're feeling better, -- Nataly a  12:03, 29 July 2006 (UTC)

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Barnstar Brigade? Sounds fun.-- the ninth bright shiner  talk 00:37, 30 July 2006 (UTC)

Supportive note
Just saw your RfA and thought I'd note that i think you've been doing some great stuff. However many of the oppose votes do make a good point. For example:
 * "Some people say Fight fire with fire, but I say Fight fire with water. A long period of consistent good humour will help a subsequent RfA. Stephen B Streater 09:55, 28 July 2006 (UTC)"

There is no doubt this can be remedied in the future. People do take note of changed behaviour.

For me this edit was actually worse than the swearing. That type of response is not constructive and can really initiate a long negative interaction. Try and reply positively, even if you have to count to ten or lie. An admin needs to facilitate non-productive editing towards productive editing. patient explanations of what they are doing is more helpful and will foster a fun editing environment. Some of your interactions do exactly the opposite.

Hopefully these comments will be viewed constructively. Feel free to ask for candid, but friendly, opinions if your are in doubt. In summary i see much more positive than negative from you as an editor. Unfortunately your negatives are a turn off for many, but can easily be reversed by 3 months of good editing. David D. (Talk) 17:12, 28 July 2006 (UTC)

DYK
Enjoyed the article. Please keep up the great contributions. -- Samir   धर्म  20:43, 28 July 2006 (UTC)

RfA closed
Hi. I went ahead and closed the RfA as you requested on the Bureaucrats' noticeboard. I hope this is OK, even though I have previously being involved in the dicussion. I thought that you would prefer for it to be closed now, rather than having to wait any longer. Cheers TigerShark 11:21, 29 July 2006 (UTC)


 * Although I opposed your RfA, this does not have to be the case in the future. If you keep a cool head and re-apply in a couple of months time I should have no qualms in supporting you. Hope you aren't too down about the result, being judged by your peers is never easy but it is a good thing to learn from. Good luck and good editing. Viridae Talk 13:54, 29 July 2006 (UTC)


 * As last time, I would echo Viridae's comment above. Please don't be despondent but try to learn from the criticisms made. You are a great editor; keep up the good work. --Guinnog 13:55, 29 July 2006 (UTC)

Your RFA
Highway, as I see it, the main issue here is your attitude to new users/users who disagree with your opinion. In the past you've given some very unhelpful and sarcastic responses to other people. Even if what they're saying is complete rubbish, you need to get rid of this "you don't know what you're talking about so it's Ok for me to insult or ignore you" attitude you have, as it's totally the wrong attitude an admin should have. Also, you are undeniably very confrontational at times. People are going to be intimidated by you if you act the way you do now with admin powers, and I fear you would use that to get your own way, which is not on. I do acknowledge your work on the various Pokemon articles you edit, and an FA is certainly something to be proud of. Also note that I've never actually had a conflict with you myself, so my comments weren't out of spite or revenge or whatever. -- Steel 14:40, 29 July 2006 (UTC)


 * You had an RfA? How did I not notice that?  Hmph.  Too bad it didn't go through.  And that mop was so close...-- the ninth bright shiner  talk 00:40, 30 July 2006 (UTC)

Languages
Hi There! Can you translate my name in what language you know please, and then post it Here. I would be very grateful if you do (if you know another language apart from English and the ones on my userpage please feel free to post it on) P.S. all th translations are in alpahbetical order so when you add one please put it in alpahbetical order according to the language. Thanks!!!  Abdullah Geelah 16:14, 29 July 2006 (UTC)

Re: Pokémon species
Sorry I wasn't online, but I'm glad someone else got to it. I've added it to my watchlist, so I'll keep an eye on it. -- Nataly a 21:15, 29 July 2006 (UTC)
 * Yeah... something's up with User handbell-1, somehow it's a kitten now, but there's no change in the history. I'm so confused, and don't know who would know what the issue is. -- Nataly a  21:22, 29 July 2006 (UTC)
 * Wait, it gets wierder! User:Cathryn has the same userbox on her page, but she made the "u" lowercase.  Despite the fact that they link to the exact same template, I changed that in my page and now it's back to normal on my page, while User handbell-1 is still a massive cat.  Soooo wierd. -- Nataly a  21:25, 29 July 2006 (UTC)
 * True. I've thought about doing that, but rather let them change instead.  Never expected a big cat, though! :) -- Nataly a  21:28, 29 July 2006 (UTC)

Gamoja
My apologies for assuming it was Pokemon related earlier! Well written article; I had never heard of the game before this. Thanks for all your help at DYK -- Samir  धर्म 23:35, 29 July 2006 (UTC)
 * It all the well written Pokemon articles that you've contributed to! I just assumed... my bad -- Samir   धर्म 23:45, 29 July 2006 (UTC)

Possible Electabuzz Evolution
I notice that you always remove any mention of the unnamed Pokémon from the Electabuzz article. I think you should reconsider. You are correct in your statement that any connection between these Pokémon is at this point speculation, but consider the following analogy.

Let's say that here in the real world, a new species of bird is discovered. This species shares many characteristics of the extinct dodo bird. Now, scientists have captured a specimen and research is being undertaken to determine the link, if any, between these two species. While this research is still underway, somebody creates a section under the 'Dodo' article mentioning the new species and the possible link. This information could be useful, pertinent information to someone studying the Dodo. Additionally, the Dodo article is the first place someone will look when trying to find the article about the new, unnamed species.

Similarly, when someone is looking for the article on the new, unnamed Pokémon, the first place that they will look will probably be the Electabuzz article. Also, anyone interested in Electabuzz will almost certainly be interested in the new Pokémon. I know that I personally am putting off training one until I find out if it does receive an evolution. Should the new Pokémon be listed as Electabuzz's evolution in the table to the right side of the article? Definitely not. However, I would claim that the aesthetic similarities between the two Pokémon warrant a mention of the new Pokémon within the Electabuzz article as long as the mention makes clear the speculative nature of the connection. Clearly, I'm not the only one that feels this way.

Although I don't appreciate the biting sarcasm you often put in your comments when you edit a page, thanks for all your hard work on Wikipedia, especially on the 4th generation Pokémon. Overall, the articles are clearly better for your vigilance. —The preceding unsigned comment was added by 24.118.34.154 (talk • contribs).

Editor review/Minun
Please review me &mdash; M in un  Spiderman &bull; Review Me 18:54, 30 July 2006 (UTC)

Diamond/Pearl
Dear Colton, please remain calm when editing, as other editors may have different opinions than you, which is both allowed and encouraged. Wikipedia is built on both mutual thought, and out going thinkers, and we need both to function, so please let other editors voice their views and ideas. While the current version of the article follows the MoS closer than the prior version, many infrequent editors become accustomed to a previous version of an article, and prefer over the updated version. If you disagree with these changes, please calmly explain your rationale on either the talk page or the editor's user talk page. Thank you, H ig hway Return to Oz... 20:26, 30 July 2006 (UTC)
 * I understand your point. I overreacted. It just irritates me when someone waltzes in and destroys the hard work I put in making the article better. The way I had it was more encylopedic. There is a policy against "video game guides". All of the data on techniques and Pokémon is irrelevant to the article. When will there be too many? When there are 50 to list, or 100? You know what I'm saying? I'll try to be more calm with this in the future. Thank you for your advice.--Coltonblue 20:32, 30 July 2006 (UTC)

DYK - Boy Scout
My question/inquiry was just that, not a complaint about your actions. I think I understand what took place, I was just inquiring as to whether, since there seemed to have been some miscommunication, that on the next admin update, it could be considered. Your work on DYK is appreciated. Thanks for the quick response. &mdash; ERcheck (talk) 22:59, 30 July 2006 (UTC)

DYK
Was wondering if you could provide feedback on why the John Warfield Johnston article didn't get picked? It was never contested and when I realized it had expired I asked for feedback since it was my first time, but no one replied... I know you guys are busy, but was just hoping for some tips it being my first nom? Thanks! plange 00:32, 31 July 2006 (UTC)

Succession boxes
True, it is reduntant, but the succession information is almost illegible on many pages, akward at the top if you wish to read about every Pokemon in order, and many similiar succession boxes on other pages have the information in the top info box and the botton succession box such as George H. W. Bush. BLong 11:37, 30 July 2006 (EDT)

Green stress level is good, other RfA things
I'm glad to see that your stress level is in the happy green (Esperanza! Yay :) section, and that you seem to be doing well after your RfA. Well done on handling it so well. Also, on the "off chance" that I were to...... renominiateyouforadminshipifallgoeswellinacoupleofmonths, do you mind if I keep a page of diffs with lots of examples of respectful and civil behaviour on your part? I don't imagine you'll mind, but wanted to check... figured lots of good diffs in response to your last RfA will certainly help...... if I nominated you... *shifty eyes*. What? I don't know what you're talking about ;) -- Nataly a 11:25, 31 July 2006 (UTC)
 * Ahahahaha! Beat you too it!.  Feel free to add anything there if I miss it, I can only wikistalk you so much. ;) -- Nataly a  11:33, 31 July 2006 (UTC)

DYKs
Hi, I see you are very active in cleaning up the DYKs. Just wanted to commend the good work. Keep it up -- Lost(talk) 15:32, 31 July 2006 (UTC)

Re:Requests for adminship
I'm sorry. 216.79.146.128 18:32, 31 July 2006 (UTC)

Re: Barnstar brigading
Awesome template! That makes it much, much better! You should updated the barnstar brigade page (unless you already did, and I missed it) so that everyone will know about it.

Did you change your signature from or to pink? It certainly looks more pink now (unless you've changed it again), before it was kind of a coral color.. :) -- Nataly a 22:27, 31 July 2006 (UTC)

GBASP
I'm unfamiliar with this, but could you find out how to punish GBASP for his vandalism? He'll keep on doing it... —The preceding unsigned comment was added by Coltonblue (talk • contribs).

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Torchic
Hey there! I noticed that the Torchic article doesn't have an image of the card from the old pokemon card set. Does the article need it? I could root through my old pokemon collection to find it (not sure I have it, been ages...), or you could upload it from a web site. Cheers! -- May the Force be with you! Shr e shth91 ($ |-| ŗ 3 $ |-| ţ |-|) 13:09, 1 August 2006 (UTC)

GA
A page you nominated for GA " Mareep " has passed successfully. Please take the barnstar to the left of this notice, cheers &mdash; M in un  Spiderman 19:27, 28 July 2006 (UTC) A page you nominated for GA " Hoppip " has passed successfully. Please take the barnstar to the left of this notice, cheers &mdash; M in un  Spiderman 19:27, 28 July 2006 (UTC)

RE:For your work to Pokémon articles
Thanks so much for the star, you probably deserve a hundred of these. :) --Lividore 15:19, 1 August 2006 (UTC)

Kirby manga image
Sometimes it is not a good idea to hide images. The Kirby manga image had been deleted because it was orphanned. I told the author that the image was deleted so he would re-upload it.

WhisperToMe 16:05, 1 August 2006 (UTC)

IMO next time I would tell the person who uploaded it about the hiding and/or listing for deletion - Sometimes people are unaware of what happens to their images. I understand why it was hidden now :) WhisperToMe 16:12, 1 August 2006 (UTC)

AFAIK it's impossible to undelete images. Once it is deleted, it's gone.

Anyway, the author has either a copy of the actual book or the image on his computer. He says he is looking for it. WhisperToMe 16:19, 1 August 2006 (UTC)

The image itself may have the name of the author. IMO that should be enough. BTW, I found this http://kirby.classicgaming.gamespy.com/multimedia/pictures/manga/other5.jpg WhisperToMe 16:20, 1 August 2006 (UTC)

I archived it :) WhisperToMe 18:11, 1 August 2006 (UTC)

And I found out how to restore the image - go to en.wikipedia.org/wiki/(name of image) - there would be a "Restore" button with a box for one's reason to restore :) WhisperToMe 18:14, 1 August 2006 (UTC)

Polish role-playing games
Could you withdraw your objection to DYKing that article, or quote some specific examples from the article that need fixing? Note that it now has a proper WP:LEAD.--Piotr Konieczny aka Prokonsul Piotrus 16:27, 1 August 2006 (UTC)
 * But of course it is your place, sigs should be friendly to all, after all. I have been tweaking my sig recently, can you point me to the specific place it is causing problems? I will see what I can do when I know what needs to be done :) --Piotr Konieczny aka Prokonsul Piotrus 20:25, 1 August 2006 (UTC)

removing DYK noms
Hi, I'd like to suggest that you not remove the noms of others early, even if clearly ineligible. Comment on them, sure, but leave it for the admins to choose or not... In this particular case it might have gotten expanded before expiring off. Happy editing! ++Lar: t/c 18:12, 1 August 2006 (UTC)

Thanks!
Aw.... thanks! The only thing is... where I've been, I had a few too many rays of sunshine, and now look like David Dickinson after overdosing on Sunny D. Still, it is a lovely image. smurrayinch e ster(User), (Talk) 18:19, 1 August 2006 (UTC)


 * By the way, have you seen this? smurrayinch <font style="color:green">e <font style="color:#FF7000">ster(User), (Talk) 18:22, 1 August 2006 (UTC)


 * The Beatles, eh? I'm a bigger fan of the Rutles myself... <font style="color:#FF7000">smurrayinch <font style="color:green">e <font style="color:#FF7000">ster(User), (Talk) 19:00, 1 August 2006 (UTC)

Finishing Touches
Hi. I noticed you were really active with video game articles and I was wondering if you could give me a few pointers for the article I was working on (Empires: Dawn of the Modern World). I wanted to bring it up to good or featured status. It was just added to wikiproject computer and videogames (it hasn't received a rating yet), and I'd like for it to make a good first impression. Right now I'm adding links for it, but what else do you think I should add to make it better? I'd appreciate it. --Clyde Miller 21:13, 1 August 2006 (UTC)

RE: Arbitration case
But I really have stopped, i'll even give you a barnstar


 * Fine, i'll do whatever you want &mdash; M in <font color="#ffcc00;">un  <font color="#ffcc00;">Spiderman &bull; Review Me 14:36, 2 August 2006 (UTC)

NPOVing Articles
I attempted to NPOV this article. Before I NPOVed it, the entry included these lines:

"Kevin needs to go upstairs. Kevin is silly."

Would those be POV statements?

-- Evan  Robidoux  20:37, 2 August 2006 (UTC)
 * Yes I would think so. I would have called it childish vandalism. Kevin 22:00, 2 August 2006 (UTC)

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I'll take your cold...
...because it's much too hot here! I'm sweltering in what should be the coolest part of the house. Though it may be tedious, keep up with your work, knowing that you're helping to filter out the good articles from the not-yet-as-good-but-might-be-someday articles. If you think you're being followed, you should use one of these to cover your tracks. ;)

As for oversight, I believe he was referring to Oversight, though it's really on an ArbCom member + various others deal. -- Nataly a 03:37, 3 August 2006 (UTC)


 * Yeah... I pretty much fail at the search engine anytime I try to find something. It's bad when I feel like I know some page exists, but can't find it.  I usually just end up trying to make up acronyms that make sense with "WP:", and hope that I eventually find it. -- Nataly a  14:46, 4 August 2006 (UTC)

Re: Council/Assembly/Bleh
It's actually officially Council now, since the poll finished. The Council has previously held meetings on IRC, but we are working on using Skype to have them now, because it allows anyone who is part of the chat see all of the messages, even if they are not online, which is nice, since having Council members in many different time zones makes it somewhat difficult to schedule meetings at convinient times for everyone. -- Nataly a 16:56, 4 August 2006 (UTC)
 * I guess they're not as widely used? Yay archival!  Of your ten talk pages (this one + nine archives), I have the first post on half. :D -- Nataly a  02:21, 5 August 2006 (UTC)

Strong, truthful apology
Im extremely sorry for what I did to you, but im extremely stress right now because of the result of my past behavior. I have honestly stoppped doing these things, and if you still find something wrong with me, please tell me now, i'll do anything to stop. I admit that I did some of these things, and promise I won't do them again. Also, fee free to take the barnstar in your history. Im being really truthful about this, so I won't do it again &mdash; M in <font color="#ffcc00;">un  <font color="#ffcc00;">Spiderman &bull; Review Me 18:53, 4 August 2006 (UTC)

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