Project:Style Manual
This is an instruction manual that addresses the conventions adopted by Kanzenshuu in writing, titles, pages, images, and linking. Please read it before you contribute to the wiki. Note, however, that this document may not updated frequently, so it is also recommended users survey prevailing conventions in addition to reading these guidelines.
Writing Style
The staff have compiled the following writing style goals and principles to help guide users in the development of the wiki. These goals will provide the foundation for what we hope will become the most accurate and reliable database of information for the Dragon Ball franchise.
Brevity
The main goal of all writing on the wiki is to present as much accurate information as possible within the smallest space possible. Conciseness is one of our most guiding principles. This has an immediate advantage when trying to create an information database covering such a large subject. Of course, any fan-made wiki is going to be read primarily by those already fairly familiar with the series, but it stands to reason that pages should be organized to be as friendly to newcomers as possible.
Rather than creating a long-winded article detailing every last little thing Son Goku ever did over the course of the series, we're aiming to simply have a few paragraphs summarizing Goku's life as concisely as possible. For example, imagine if someone who had never heard of Dragon Ball had just 5 to 10 minutes to learn about Goku, and at the end of that time they'd be tested on the major facts of his life. How can we structure our page on Goku so that this hypothetical person could learn as much about the character as possible in that brief amount of time?
Professionalism
Non-Opinionated
In addition to our information being concise and accurate, it should also be factually based. Just as dictionaries and encyclopedias are used to determine facts, the same will be so with the wiki. Opinionated and non-factual writing will not be tolerated. In order to avoid disagreements over factual accuracy, it is best to cite sources for controversial statements.
Cite Sources
Grammar
Users are expected to adhere to recognized standards of written English usage. Non-native English speakers and those unused to formal writing are still welcome to contribute; however, they may find their contributions subsequently altered to bring them in line with the standards expected of the Kanzenshuu Wiki.
We at Kanzenshuu welcome contributions from around the world, and have no preference with respect to U.S. or U.K. spellings or usage, but we do ask that a given article be consistent with itself, and that users try to avoid colloquialisms that may confuse speakers of other dialects.
Naming Conventions
For character, location, and technique names, preference will be given to Kanzenshuu’s house style. In many instances, this deviates from official adaptations, so please check against it for reference. The naming in Japanese must always be given, both in Japanese script and romanization (see below). Names in official adaptations may be mentioned in passing when relevant to the subject of the article, but are not the focus of Kanzenshuu and should not be relied upon out of convenience.