Creating a New Page

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Creating a New Page

Have something useful to share that isn't covered by an existing article? Great! Let's give it a home.

Creating a new wiki page is a great way to contribute game information, character guides, equipment details, tutorials, and more. You don't need to write a masterpiece on your first attempt. Start with something useful, keep it organized, and let the page grow over time.

No need to pull a 5-star author before you can begin!

1. Before Creating a Page

Before creating a new page, take a moment to check whether the information already exists.

  1. Search the wiki. Look for the topic using its full name, common abbreviations, and alternative names.
  2. Check related pages. The information might belong in an existing character, item, game, or guide article.
  3. Decide the scope. Make sure the proposed page has a clear purpose and contains enough distinct information to justify a separate article.
  4. Choose a title. Use a name that readers can easily recognize and search for.

Avoid creating duplicate pages that cover the same topic without a good reason. If two pages are essentially identical, readers shouldn't have to choose between them like two banners running at the same time.

What Deserves Its Own Page?

Examples of suitable pages include:

  • A game overview or game-specific information hub.
  • A character with distinct skills, stats, and gameplay information.
  • A weapon, artifact, equipment piece, or other important game item.
  • A quest, game mechanic, crafting system, or event.
  • A guide covering a particular strategy or gameplay topic.
  • A clearly labeled personal review, tier list, or evaluation.

Not every small detail needs a separate page. For example, a character's individual skill description usually belongs on that character's page unless there's a good reason to document it separately.

2. Creating a Page with the Visual Editor

The Visual Editor is the recommended way to create and write new articles.

A red link usually indicates that a linked page does not exist yet.

  1. Find a relevant page where the new article should be linked.
  2. Click the link to the missing page.
  3. If the wiki allows you to create it, you'll be taken to an editor for the new page.
  4. Write the article using the Visual Editor.
  5. Preview the content and publish it when ready.

For example, if an existing game page mentions a character that doesn't have an article yet, that link can lead to the new character page.

A red link is an invitation to create a page, not a guarantee that the proposed article is a good idea. Check for duplicates first!

Method B: Search for a Page That Doesn't Exist

Depending on the wiki's configuration, searching for a page that doesn't exist may provide an option to create it.

  1. Enter the intended page title in the search box.
  2. Check the search results to make sure the page doesn't already exist under another name.
  3. Select the option to create the page, if available.
  4. Enter your content in the editor.
  5. Review and publish your changes.

The exact interface may vary depending on the wiki's skin and configuration.

Method C: Use the Page Creation Function

Some MediaWiki installations provide a dedicated page-creation function or link.

If available, use it to enter the intended title and open the editor for that page.

If you cannot find a page-creation option, the red-link method is usually a good alternative. You can also ask the wiki owner for assistance.

3. Choose a Good Page Title

A good title makes a page easy to find, link to, and maintain.

Follow these guidelines:

  • Use the official name when appropriate. Prefer the game's official character, item, quest, or feature name.
  • Be specific. A title like "Character Builds" is usually better than "Build Stuff."
  • Use consistent naming conventions. Follow the format of existing articles covering similar topics.
  • Avoid unnecessary decorations. Don't add emojis, excessive punctuation, or clickbait to ordinary article titles.
  • Avoid misleading titles. The title should accurately describe the page's contents.
  • Use separate titles for personal evaluations. If you want to publish a personal review or ranking, identify it clearly as an opinion or evaluation.

For example:

  • `Character Name` — a factual article about the character.
  • `Character Name/Builds` — a dedicated build page, if the wiki uses subpages for this purpose.
  • `Character Name — Personal Evaluation by Username` — a clearly labeled personal evaluation.

The exact naming convention may differ between games. Check existing pages before choosing your format.

4. Write a Useful First Draft

You don't need to fill every possible section before publishing. A short, accurate article is better than a large article filled with speculation or placeholder text.

A good starting structure is:

Introduction

Begin with one or two paragraphs explaining what the page covers.

For a character article, this might include the character's name, game, role, and other basic identifying information.

For a gameplay guide, explain what the guide teaches and who might find it useful.

Main Content

Organize the important information into logical sections.

For example, a character page might contain:

  • Overview
  • Skills and abilities
  • Equipment
  • Recommended builds
  • Team compositions
  • Sources and references

An item page might instead cover its effects, acquisition methods, upgrade requirements, and known uses.

Use only the sections relevant to your topic. You don't need to copy every heading from another article if it doesn't make sense for yours.

References and Sources

When possible, include sources for important claims, particularly information about game mechanics, patch changes, release dates, and disputed details.

Official game announcements, patch notes, and in-game descriptions are good starting points.

If something is a theory, prediction, rumor, or personal opinion, label it accordingly rather than presenting it as confirmed information.

5. Organize the Article

A well-organized article is easier to read and maintain.

  • Use headings to separate major topics.
  • Use lists for materials, requirements, and step-by-step instructions.
  • Use tables for structured information such as stats or equipment comparisons.
  • Add internal links to related wiki pages.
  • Use images when they help readers understand the subject.
  • Keep paragraphs focused on one topic.

Avoid unnecessary repetition. If another article already explains a general mechanic, link to it instead of copying the entire explanation.

Try to make the page useful for someone who has never visited it before.

6. Add Links to Your New Page

A new page is much more useful when readers can find it.

After creating the article, consider adding links from relevant existing pages.

For example:

  • Link a character article from the appropriate game's character list.
  • Link a quest guide from the relevant game or story page.
  • Link an equipment article from a character's recommended equipment section.
  • Add a new game to Browse Games when creating a game hub.

Use meaningful link text and place links where readers would naturally expect to find them.

Don't add links to unrelated pages just to advertise your new article. The goal is navigation, not a link collection with an identity crisis.

7. Preview and Publish

Before publishing, take a moment to review your work.

  • Check the title and spelling.
  • Verify important facts and sources.
  • Preview headings, lists, tables, and images.
  • Confirm that internal links point to the correct pages.
  • Make sure the article doesn't duplicate existing content.
  • Add a meaningful edit summary.

For example: 

Created character overview and added skill information

Once everything looks good, publish the page.

Congratulations! Your new article is now part of the wiki.

8. After Publishing

Publishing isn't necessarily the end of the job.

Consider these follow-up steps:

  • Add the page to the appropriate game hub or index.
  • Check whether other pages should link to it.
  • Add relevant categories if the wiki uses them.
  • Correct mistakes when they're discovered.
  • Update the article when the game changes.
  • Respond constructively if other contributors suggest improvements.

You don't need to monitor every edit forever. The wiki is a shared resource, and other contributors can help improve your work.

Creating a page doesn't give you exclusive ownership of it. Other contributors may correct, expand, reorganize, or improve it in accordance with the community rules.

9. Special Note: Opinion and Evaluation Pages

Want to write a tier list, character review, strategy recommendation, or personal evaluation? That's fine, provided it follows the Community Rules.

Please remember:

  • Clearly identify the page as an opinion or evaluation when appropriate.
  • Use a title that distinguishes your personal assessment from factual documentation.
  • Explain your criteria and assumptions so readers understand your conclusions.
  • Separate verified facts from personal judgments.
  • Use the Discussion tab to debate existing article content instead of repeatedly inserting arguments into factual pages.
  • Respect other contributors, even when their evaluations differ from yours.

You are welcome to argue that your favorite character is underrated. You are not welcome to rewrite the official skill description to prove it.

10. Common Problems

The page already exists.
Check whether you can improve the existing article instead of creating a duplicate. Consider whether the page uses an alternative name.
I don't know what to write.
Start with a short introduction and the information you can verify. Expand it as you learn more.
I don't know how to format something.
Check the Editing Guide or find a similar article to use as a reference.
I can't create a page.
The wiki may have permissions or configuration restrictions. Ask the wiki owner for help.
Someone changed my new article.
Other contributors can improve shared pages. Review the changes and discuss substantial disagreements constructively.
Someone disagrees with my evaluation.
Different opinions are expected. Explain your reasoning and use the appropriate discussion space rather than turning the article into an edit war.

11. Ready to Create Something?

That's all you need to get started!

You don't have to write a complete encyclopedia entry on your first attempt. Pick a useful topic, verify what you know, organize it clearly, and publish a solid starting point.

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    • Happy creating!** May your pages be easy to find, your facts be accurate, and your formatting never summon an unexpected table error.
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