Style Guide
Formatting and writing standards for CrimsonWiki
Article Naming Conventions

Consistent article naming helps users find information and maintains a professional appearance:

General Rules

  • Use Full Names: Use complete, official names rather than abbreviations
  • Capitalize Properly: Use title case for article titles (Major Words Capitalized)
  • No Special Characters: Avoid symbols, emojis, or excessive punctuation
  • Be Specific: Include enough detail to distinguish similar topics
  • Use English: All article titles should be in English

Examples

Good: "Kliff Character Guide", "Steel Sword Crafting Recipe"

Good: "Hernand Region Overview", "World Boss Strategies"

Avoid: "kliff", "sword recipe", "bosses!!!"

Avoid: "🗡️ Sword", "??? Guide", "Tips & Tricks"

Infobox Usage Guidelines

Infoboxes provide quick, structured information about articles. Use them consistently:

When to Use Infoboxes

  • Characters: Always use for character articles
  • Items: Use for weapons, armor, and important items
  • Locations: Use for regions, dungeons, and major areas
  • Quests: Use for main story and important side quests
  • Bosses: Always use for boss articles

Infobox Content Standards

  • Keep it Relevant: Only include important, factual information
  • Be Consistent: Use the same field names across similar articles
  • Avoid Speculation: Only include verified information
  • Use Proper Formatting: Numbers should be consistent (e.g., "1,250" not "1250")
  • Update Regularly: Keep infobox information current with game updates
Category Assignment Rules

Proper categorization helps users navigate the wiki and discover related content:

Category Selection Guidelines

  • Primary Category: Choose the most relevant main category
  • Be Specific: Use the most specific category available
  • Avoid Over-categorization: Don't force articles into inappropriate categories
  • Check Similar Articles: See how similar content is categorized
  • Ask When Unsure: Use talk pages to discuss categorization questions

Category Mappings

Characters: Use "Lore" category for story characters

Combat Guides: Use "Classes" for build-related content

Recipe Content: Use "Crafting" for crafting guides

Walkthroughs: Use "Quests" for quest-related content

General Tips: Use "Tips" for general advice and strategies

Heading Structure

Proper heading structure creates well-organized, readable articles:

Heading Hierarchy

  • H1: Article title (automatic, don't use in content)
  • H2: Main sections (use for major topics)
  • H3: Subsections (use for subtopics within H2 sections)
  • H4: Minor subdivisions (use sparingly)
  • H5/H6: Rarely needed, avoid if possible

Heading Guidelines

  • Don't Skip Levels: Don't jump from H2 to H4
  • Be Descriptive: Headings should clearly indicate content
  • Keep it Brief: Use concise, informative headings
  • Use Title Case: Capitalize Major Words in Headings
  • No Formatting: Keep headings plain text (no bold, italic, etc.)

Example Structure

Article Title (H1 - automatic)

== Overview == (H2)

=== Background === (H3)

=== Key Features === (H3)

== Gameplay == (H2)

=== Combat === (H3)

=== Progression === (H3)

== Strategy == (H2)

=== Tips === (H3)

Writing Tone and Style

Maintain a consistent, professional tone throughout the wiki:

Tone Guidelines

  • Encyclopedic: Write like a reference, not a conversation
  • Neutral: Avoid personal opinions and bias
  • Present Tense: Use present tense for game mechanics and facts
  • Professional: Avoid slang, memes, or overly casual language
  • Helpful: Write to inform and assist readers

Writing Examples

Good: "The Steel Sword requires 10 Iron Ore and 5 Leather to craft."

Good: "Kliff serves as the main protagonist and guides players through early game content."

Avoid: "I think the Steel Sword is pretty OP and you should totally craft it!"

Avoid: "Kliff was like, super cool and helped me out lol"

Avoid: "You'll want to grind this quest because it's basically required..."

Image Guidelines

Images enhance articles but must follow specific guidelines:

Image Requirements

  • Screenshots Only: Use in-game screenshots you take yourself
  • No Copyrighted Material: Don't use official art, promotional images, or concept art
  • High Quality: Use clear, well-composed screenshots
  • Relevant Content: Images should directly relate to the article content
  • Proper Sizing: Optimize images for web display (not too large, not too small)

Image Usage Guidelines

  • Add Alt Text: Always describe what the image shows
  • Provide Context: Explain why the image is included
  • Avoid Spoilers: Mark images that reveal major story elements
  • Use Sparingly: Don't overwhelm articles with too many images
  • Consistent Style: Use similar image styles throughout related articles

What to Avoid

  • Official Artwork: No concept art, promotional images, or official renders
  • Watermarked Images: Don't use images with other sites' watermarks
  • Low Quality Screenshots: Avoid blurry, compressed, or poorly framed images
  • Irrelevant Images: Don't add images just for decoration
  • Personal Screenshots: Don't include UI elements, character names, or personal content