Character names in wiki pictures

[TheBlob]

Hello,

I am an avid Wiki user and I sometimes contribute a little bit. One thing that irks me is the inclination to use pictures of a character with the character name included to show an item's graphics. I get it: you're proud of your character and you want him to have all the glory he deserves for his heroics. Now, a wiki is supposed to be an encyclopedia and an encyclopedia is supposed to be neutral (not sure if its the best word, english isn't my first language). There is a place to say what character was the first to obtain this or that item, and I might be fine with (although I would not prefer) a picture of the first character to have obtained an item on a server used for the item's page.

I know I can be a bit rigid sometimes, especially in things concerning knowledge. If the majority prefers to include names, I will be happy to accept that. Has there been a poll or something about the subject? I have no idea how to add a poll to a thread and Google has not been helpful.

Thoughts? Opinions?

Yes, I know I have a picture of Nadoom with its name in the wiki for the Arch Mage's Robe. I will change it ASAP.

Cheers!

[Ennewi]

IMO include your character or don't, but make sure the item is priorirized visually, like product placement. A lot of weapons are shown at a distance and/or from the front. Can't see shit. Work those camera angles, emote if you must.

[DeathsSilkyMist]

If there isn't a picture of the item graphic at all, IMO something is better than nothing. If we ever get to the point where all items with graphics have a picture (good or bad), we can maybe get pickier.

I personally don't really care if the player's name is visible or not. As Ennewi said, try to frame the item graphic as best you can.

[Ekco]

is classic

i remember almost every item posted to Allakhazam had char name, guild graphic, them in the background through a half transparent item link..etc

[Reiwa]

Originally Posted by Ekco [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

is classic

i remember almost every item posted to Allakhazam had char name, guild graphic, them in the background through a half transparent item link..etc

Many Luclin/PoP items still have the player graffiti on them.

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