User talk:EbonySkyrim/Archive 1

Images
Hey EbonySkyrim! Um ... yeah, sorry about that. It was me that did that. I saw it come up in the recent changes, and changed it. The reason I put them as is for copyright reasons. Because Bethesda were the ones that created the game, we have to legally put a notice that says it was a screenshot from their game, etc. The one that you had is for self-made images (i.e. someone making a completely new image, or fan art, etc). As for the newness - thats okay. I probably should have left a message earlier to explain why I did that - and my apologies that I did not. So - in short, yes, any screenshots from the games should have that template that says that it is from Bethesda. Even though you did make the screenshot, its still taken from a media that they made, so we have to reference this, if that makes sense? Anyways - sorry again, and if there's anything I can do to help - just let me know! Timeoin•Say G'Day•View my work 08:25, March 2, 2012 (UTC)


 * Yeah, it is. But - we were getting hundreds of images added every day for the past few months, and its backed up quite a bit in that time :( So yeah, it will take a little while :) Glad to know that you know about copyright, too, and that we were able to help you out on the wiki! Its why we edit :D Timeoin•Say G'Day•View my work 13:27, March 2, 2012 (UTC)

Images
Are your recent image uploads such as Firebrand wine case from www.skyrimwiki.com?

Jimeee (talk) 10:29, September 1, 2012 (UTC)


 * It's cool. I just need to check these kinda things to be 100% sure. Thanks though.


 * Jimeee (talk) 15:13, September 2, 2012 (UTC)

Images
My mistake if you aren't satisfied with it. Generally if there is already an image I just upload a new version so the credit stays with the original poster.

You are welcome to revert back to your image if you want. Most images I post are improvements on what's already available; higher resolution or texture quality ect. What image are you referring to?

Zimakaru (talk) 23:07, September 5, 2012 (UTC)

Re: Okay
Sorry, feel free to revert to your images or change them around as you see fit. Any page can use more images. Put my images into a gallery or something if you choose to do that. :)

Sorry once again. I'm certainly not opposed to showing your work as well as mine. Thanks for letting me know. I wouldn't want anyone covering up my hard work either.

Zimakaru (talk) 23:29, September 5, 2012 (UTC)

Images
Hi again, I take all the images myself. They are in game images and not from the creation kit.

Zimakaru (talk) 19:51, September 6, 2012 (UTC)

Journal Covers
Hi again EbonySkyrim,

I was going to do high resolution renders of those covers since they are going to be used extensively with other large resolution images.

If you don't mind, I would probably upload them over what you've added. And yes those could stand to be renamed to something a little more friendly, but may require an admin to do so.

Zimakaru (talk) 21:04, September 17, 2012 (UTC)


 * Alright. You just were quick on getting those images up. I didn't think anyone else would notice!


 * Thanks :) Zimakaru (talk) 21:16, September 17, 2012 (UTC)

Journal covers renamed
Hey EbonySkyrim,

I have renamed your 3 journal cover images according to how they are named in the Creation Kit. I've already fixed the image link on the pages, since renaming the image doesn't automatically change the name on the pages. They are as follows:


 * File:Journal01.png - Dark Beige
 * File:Journal02.png - Orange Red
 * File:Journal03.png - Dark Red

— TombRaiser  SPEAK!  04:10, September 18, 2012 (UTC)

Small tip
Just a little pointer when fixing removing 2nd person per: http://elderscrolls.wikia.com/wiki/Hail_Sithis?curid=44505&diff=686989&oldid=683166

Often you dont need to link Dragongorn several times in the same article - once it has been linked one the rest can remain un-linked.

Secondly, pages that are written in the 2nd person often need a wording overhaul, as using "The Dragonborn" in every sentence doesn't read well and is jarring. A good example of a quest page where "the player" or "dragonborn" is hardly used is http://elderscrolls.wikia.com/wiki/Touching_the_Sky_%28Quest%29. You can see it reads much nicer. Just something to keep in mind.

Thanks for the help :)

Jimeee (talk) 15:33, September 19, 2012 (UTC)


 * Good job, the quest reads much better now!


 * Jimeee (talk) 16:27, September 19, 2012 (UTC)

Canvas image sizes
Hey EbonySkyim, Just a tip about editing the character images. When you edit your images, do you think you can canvas the image size to either 600 x 1080 or 600 x 1000 depending on the image resolution you have. This is just a suggestion as I'm trying to put something in place for resolution consistency so things match all around with our Skyrim character images. Right now, we have images that are over-sized, flat, too small, or stretched. It would be nice to see the character pages with similar image structure. If you need any information on how to canvas an image, just let me know. It's pretty simple. Keep up the good work! — TombRaiser  SPEAK!  03:05, September 20, 2012 (UTC)

Forgetting about Fjola
I read the page and it's much better now. The headings help break it up and make it clearer. Thanks!

Jimeee (talk) 09:42, September 21, 2012 (UTC)

Images containing UI elements
Hey EbonySkyrim, I renamed those two images for you, so it's all sorted now. :)

On another note there was something I wanted to bring to your attention if you're going to continue to add new images to characters pages, and that is to always make sure that no UI (user interface) elements are included with the image, such as the crosshairs. Use the console command  to turn off menus, and use it again to turn it back on. Or, if you're not comfortable using console commands you can go into Settings -> Display and move the HUD Opacity slider all the way to the left until no HUD is visible, then take the screenshot.

You don't have to replace all the images that you've uploaded so far, as some of them are just fine, but it would be best to adhere to the media policy and not include these HUD elements in your new images if your goal is to replace older poorer quality images with higher quality images. If you have any questions or need any tips on using console commands feel free to ask. Keep up the good work! — TombRaiser  SPEAK!  23:24, October 15, 2012 (UTC)

Re: Advice on images
Hey, I'll add the picture of Jarl Ulfric that you uploaded to his page. I think the one on the High King page is okay to stay as it is for now until two similar images could be used side by side on that page. For example: One full body shot of Ulfric on the throne (you have it already), and one full body shot of Elisif on the throne. You could always be the one to upload the new image of Jarl Elisif. :)

Little edit: Elisif the Fair's page is also locked since it's a featured article. But, if you do upload a new image, I will make sure to add it in for you. — TombRaiser  SPEAK!  23:14, October 21, 2012 (UTC)

Re: Elisif
It is a bit on the dark side. If you could take another image of Elisif with better lighting and contrast, that would be great. Also, are her arms always crossed when she's on the throne? I can't remember. But, if not, it would be nice to have an image of her without her arms crossed. — TombRaiser  SPEAK!  20:16, October 22, 2012 (UTC)


 * Out of the three images you showed me, I think the first is the best of the three. So, you can go ahead and upload that one as the replacement, or you can try Zelron's suggestion about the Magelight. It's up to you. — TombRaiser  SPEAK!  22:46, October 22, 2012 (UTC)


 * Now, your newest image looks like it has the better lighting. :) — TombRaiser  SPEAK!  23:02, October 22, 2012 (UTC)


 * Alright. Good job though getting the pic just right. :D — TombRaiser  SPEAK!  23:19, October 22, 2012 (UTC)

Lighting
I noticed you mention on TombRaiser's talk page about the lighting on your image of Elisif. If I might be so bold, I might suggest trying to use Magelight around the room to add more pure white light.

Also, just in case you didn't notice, there is a random alteration staff invading your picture (that's not a staff of magelight is it?). That is considered undesirable as it distracts from the actual subject of the image, in this case being Elisif.

Zelron Harbinger of the end times  22:14, October 22, 2012 (UTC)

Re: Stalleo
Yeah, sure you can upload the version of Stalleo that you've encountered. I don't know why they randomized how he looks, but Bethesda's been known to do it to other characters too. The vampire Movarth is also randomized. I've seen him as a Dunmer and Altmer. It's actually noted on his page in a footnote. — TombRaiser  SPEAK!  05:56, October 23, 2012 (UTC)


 * I think his race is always a Nord, even though in the CK all stats are grayed out for everything about him. I say this because he asks you to find his family, and you end up stumbling upon Nord bodies only. Obviously he can be any age as we've seen. So, maybe the footnote could read that "Stalleo's appearance is randomly generated."


 * Now, it's time for me to head off for the night! Midnight already. — TombRaiser  SPEAK!  07:08, October 23, 2012 (UTC)

Vandal
No problem. Sorry you were a victim of that lame troll. He/she is blocked for a month, though, I doubt they will return, as that person made edits just today and under an IP address. — TombRaiser  SPEAK!  22:10, October 28, 2012 (UTC)

Image re-take
Hey EbonySkyrim, Do you think you could re-take the images for Nelacar and Onmund. I noticed that they are your recent uploads, and I didn't want to be the one to overwrite them. The images are a bit slanted and off-center. Sorry to be nit-picky about it. :) — TombRaiser  SPEAK!  00:49, October 29, 2012 (UTC)

Requested Report
Hey EbonySkyrim, thank you for uploading a new image for the page Requested Report. But i want to point out that Requested Report has two pages, not one. If you have some spare time, could you also upload the second page? Much obliged. 19:32, October 31, 2012 (UTC)
 * The second page should be right behind the first one. If you pick up Requested Report, you should have both pages. Maybe there's a bug connected to this. I will try to find it in my game in a couple of minutes. Will get back to you then. But there should be a second page, the first ends in the middle of a sentence. 08:06, November 1, 2012 (UTC)
 * I've looked it up myself ingame. You're right, there was no second page. Even though there should be one. Well that'll be a bug then. Thanks for your efforts anyway. 08:46, November 1, 2012 (UTC)

Member of the Month
Congratulations! You are member of the month for November! Keep up the great work. :) — TombRaiser  SPEAK!  01:15, November 3, 2012 (UTC)

You're welcome
No problem. It's a pretty nice picture I might add. It has a nice balance and a sort of circulat flow to it. Almost reminds me of Yin-Yan. Too bad the bear isn't standing too. That would have been awesome. ;D

Zelron Harbinger of the end times  09:31, November 3, 2012 (UTC)

MOTM
Congrats on being Member of the Month! 13:44, November 3, 2012 (UTC)
 * Well you totally deserve this praise. You've done some great things for this wiki, your pics are excellent. Keep up the good work! 21:17, November 3, 2012 (UTC)

Stuff to do
Hey EbonySkyrim, You can continue on what you've already been working on, note/journal images, character images, etc. If you find location images (or any other type) that are really dark or include the HUD, feel free to improve the image or upload a new higher quality one. I would also point you to Category:Poor Quality Images, but right now it seems only Oblivion images are in there. But, you can always check back to see if any new images have been tagged as poor quality. Thanks for all the help, much appreciated. — TombRaiser  SPEAK!  21:03, November 3, 2012 (UTC)

MOTM
Hey there, no problem. You deserve the member of the month as you have been really busy helping out the wiki. Thanks!

Jimeee (talk) 11:07, November 5, 2012 (UTC)

Renamed files
Hey Ebony, I just renamed those two image for you. It's no problem. :) — TombRaiser  SPEAK!  22:41, November 7, 2012 (UTC)

Congratulations
Nice job getting Member of the Month! :D

Sinjai (talk) 01:06, November 9, 2012 (UTC)

Badges
Hi there! Yeah I have noticed the badge problem too as my page is getting the same. I assume it's a bug on the wikia side. Not sure really as it looks like a back-end problem.

Jimeee (talk) 10:29, November 9, 2012 (UTC)

Riftweald
Hi there. I had a look at the page and made some changes. Your edits were on the right track, but needed some tweaking. For example we never use the header "Description" anymore. I moved the trivia into more relevant sections and tweaked the headings a little. Check it out and tell me what you think :)

Jimeee (talk) 23:52, November 10, 2012 (UTC)

English
Generally we go with American English for the wiki. :)

Jimeee (talk) 09:20, November 16, 2012 (UTC)

Images renamed
No problem. I have renamed the images and corrected it on the page. No worries. :) — TombRaiser  SPEAK!  03:10, November 17, 2012 (UTC)

Farms
Good point - I have merged the articles. Also I wanted to mention great work on the Siege on the Dragon Cult page, it's looking great and with your images and some tweaking it can probably become a good or featured article!

Jimeee (talk) 10:17, November 19, 2012 (UTC)


 * I know what you mean - I wrote the walkthough for Touching the Sky (Quest) and it took much longer than I thought! Jimeee (talk) 13:51, November 19, 2012 (UTC)

Swallowed Skeleton page
Hey Ebony, As miniscule of a site as it may seem, people may be interested in finding that unmarked location. The page could use a description and images of where it can be found. Possibly rename the page to "Swallowed Skeleton". — TombRaiser  SPEAK!  22:01, November 20, 2012 (UTC)

Expanded
Brenda looks SO cool!

O Hai dere!
Just wanted to congratz you on the MOTM thingy... And tell you that im also from scandinavia... :3

Sooo hope to see you on the Chat sometime. So ya. Meow. 13:12, November 23, 2012 (UTC)

Re:Advice
Since unmarked locations don't really have an official title, I would go with the page that is named Karth River Henge, since you didn't find a Storm Mage there. It may be that the type of enemy encountered will be random. So, merge the info from the Storm Mage Playgound with Karth River Henge. Don't forget to edit the pages that are currently linked to Storm Mage Playground. (Mannimarco, King of Worms, and Unmarked Locations (Skyrim)). Keep up the good work! :) — TombRaiser  SPEAK!  20:32, November 23, 2012 (UTC)


 * Great! :D Since nothing else links to the Storm Mage Playground (except my talk page. lol) I will go ahead and delete the page. But, yeah, in the future if you come across double pages like that, they can either be marked for deletion once all linking pages have been removed from it, or if many pages link to the page it could be redirected instead. We're going to go with deletion on this one. :) — TombRaiser  SPEAK!  21:25, November 23, 2012 (UTC)

Re:photos
Thanks, Ill keep them in mind when i start adding images.

That Blades (Skyrim) Article is a mess, i can't wait until its fixed.

Thanks again and happy Editing Cheatcodechamp (talk) 22:37, November 23, 2012 (UTC)

Policy
Hey, hate to tell you this, love, but you're breaking user image policy. You can't have more than 3 images meant solely for your user page. You can have more than 3 if the other images are being used legitemently somewhere else on the site though. So you need to find somewhere appropriate to place some of them or trim the excess, otherwise an admin may come through and delete them themselves, and they may not keep the ones you'd like to.

Zelron Harbinger of the end times  00:06, November 24, 2012 (UTC)


 * I added one of your Blade images to the Revered Dragon article. I hope that helps some. :)

Cheatcodechamp (talk) 01:18, November 24, 2012 (UTC)

Sky haven Temple
Hey,

I was wondering if you had, or knew where we could find, an image of Sky Haven Temple for the Blades (Skyrim) article. We dont want to use the same image thats used for the temples article so i thought it would be best to ask around to see if anybody had something we could use.

Cheatcodechamp (talk) 19:08, November 24, 2012 (UTC)

Stub placement
Hey Ebony, just wanted to let you know that the template is supposed to be placed at the bottom of the page. As for the Morrowind Project templates, those are okay to be placed at the top. Thanks! — TombRaiser  SPEAK!  06:57, November 25, 2012 (UTC)