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Just a little notification. I am getting an Ancient Origins Booster Box, so get ready to rename a whole bunch of Japanese scans to English. I still have some cards that I need to scan for Bulbapedia.
Just a little notification. I am getting an Ancient Origins Booster Box, so get ready to rename a whole bunch of Japanese scans to English. I still have some cards that I need to scan for Bulbapedia.
Also, you missed a page: http://archives.bulbagarden.net/wiki/File:RotomBanditRing29.jpg
Also, you missed a page: http://archives.bulbagarden.net/wiki/File:RotomBanditRing29.jpg
:Oh, yeah, I saw. I managed to scan some of my own cards I received for judging up until Fairy type, and have just been working my way through updating/correcting all the Ancient origins pages. I may scan the rest of the cards I received this past weekend so that we scans sooner, but there have definitely been cards that we'll still be missing. Thanks for the help! I've just been splitting them into types for breaks. ''[[User:Maverick Nate|<sup style="color:#00008B;">'''Maverick'''</sup>]][[User talk:Maverick Nate|<sub style="color:#00008B;">'''Nate'''</sub>]]'' 03:30, 7 August 2015 (UTC)
== Artwork label errors ==
I pointed it out earlier [[Category talk:Ken Sugimori Pokémon artwork#RGB artwork|here]]. All the Pokémon artwork labeled as being from Red and Green is wrong, it's either from the TCG or from Red and Blue (Japanese Blue?). The Nintendo website proves that some of the artwork we label as being from Red and Blue is in fact from Red and Green.
Could this be fixed ASAP? [[User:SatoMew2|SatoMew2]] ([[User talk:SatoMew2|talk]]) 00:45, 5 September 2015 (UTC)
== Credit ==
Btw, when uploading the new images, the scanner of the cards (rockcarolina) would like to be credited with them somewhere in the description. Thanks, [[User:SirFinkleBottom|SirFinkleBottom]] ([[User talk:SirFinkleBottom|talk]]) 21:37, 15 February 2016 (UTC)
:They've already been in touch with me about it. Thank you though! ''[[User:Maverick Nate|<sup style="color:#00008B;">'''Maverick'''</sup>]][[User talk:Maverick Nate|<sub style="color:#00008B;">'''Nate'''</sub>]]'' 22:02, 15 February 2016 (UTC)
== Upload glitch? ==
Uploaded scan of Chikorita and the card didn't update properly? Then I went to revert the change thinking I messed up but now the correct card is shown (that I uploaded) in the history?? (btw cards come from rockcarolina again) Please help. Thanks, [[User:SirFinkleBottom|SirFinkleBottom]] ([[User talk:SirFinkleBottom|talk]]) 02:21, 22 February 2016 (UTC)
:Images need to be forced to update most of the time. That's why we leave them to be moved until the English scan is uploaded. Additionally, the scans from Rock Carolina aren't good enough for BREAKpoint. Scans need to be done by our own users (Generations was an exception because it wasn't released officially yet) with the resolution and quality requirements that each other scan receives. That Chikorita is going to have to be replaced later anyway, because it isn't good enough for our purposes and doesn't belong to us, so I would prefer if we weren't uploading their images ''[[User:Maverick Nate|<sup style="color:#00008B;">'''Maverick'''</sup>]][[User talk:Maverick Nate|<sub style="color:#00008B;">'''Nate'''</sub>]]'' 05:08, 24 February 2016 (UTC)
== Re:English card images ==
Oh, sorry. I wasn't aware of the guidelines for the TCG images. Would it be alright to use images from the official database instead?--[[User:UltraPikach3000]]
:Not entirely, because their images don't meet the standards we want here, and if we take te time to replace images, we don't want to have to replace them again later. ''[[User:Maverick Nate|<sup style="color:#00008B;">'''Maverick'''</sup>]][[User talk:Maverick Nate|<sub style="color:#00008B;">'''Nate'''</sub>]]'' 21:20, 20 March 2016 (UTC)
== I want to update 2 images ==
Hi,
I want to update to images, The Japanese SNAP Charmander and SNAP Squirtle. Please let me know where to send the images for them to be added.
I have uploaded them to flir and you can use them to update the image on the article.
Squirtle - https://www.flickr.com/photos/159460653@N02/37131005706/in/dateposted-public/
Charmander - https://www.flickr.com/photos/159460653@N02/36507654453/in/dateposted-public/ {{unsigned|Lokkol786}}
== Protection removal? ==
Could the protection on [[:File:Jessie Mimikyu.png]] be undone? It was set up in 2016 as a result of an argument over which version of it should be used, but I feel that this argument has long ago become invalid, what with the dozens of new episodes have aired since then. Do you think that the protection could be removed? --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 10:02, 6 June 2018 (UTC)
== {{red link|:File:FallFennekin PetitPlush.jpg|This file}} you uploaded is a candidate for deletion! ==
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== Original series artworks ==
Hi, what is the source of your artworks of Pokemons and characters from the [https://archives.bulbagarden.net/wiki/Category:Art_from_the_original_anime_series original series]? Do you have access to some original promotional materials/press kits in form of a vector graphic? Or it is just a reconstruction based on all merchandising of that times? --[[User:HarryArchiver|HarryArchiver]] ([[User talk:HarryArchiver|talk]]) 15:20, 29 Jan 2023 (UTC)
:Honestly I'm not entirely sure at this point anymore, sorry. ''[[User:Maverick Nate|<sup style="color:#00008B;">'''Maverick'''</sup>]][[User talk:Maverick Nate|<sub style="color:#00008B;">'''Nate'''</sub>]]'' 08:56, 2 February 2023 (UTC)
== Ancient Origins Player's Guide ==
I hope you have a copy of this guide as you won't find a decent image online.  [[User:Finger|Finger]] ([[User talk:Finger|talk]]) 15:16, 15 March 2023 (UTC)
:I do! I have all of them up until about {{TCG|Cosmic Eclipse}}, but they're back at my house in the US, so I don't know when I'll be able to scan them in. ''[[User:Maverick Nate|<sup style="color:#00008B;">'''Maverick'''</sup>]][[User talk:Maverick Nate|<sub style="color:#00008B;">'''Nate'''</sub>]]'' 09:31, 16 March 2023 (UTC)
== Deletion and name change on these files ==
When you are available can you delete this file? (File:Liko Sprigatito Anime Trailer.png)
Also, once their dub or official English names comes out, mind changing the file name as well? (File:Jiru Konia Concept Art 2023.jpg) [[User:QuickJolteon|QuickJolteon]] ([[User talk:QuickJolteon|talk]]) 12:20, 17 March 2023 (UTC)
:I'll take care of the deletion, but the move might just need the move tag put on it when the time comes. ''[[User:Maverick Nate|<sup style="color:#00008B;">'''Maverick'''</sup>]][[User talk:Maverick Nate|<sub style="color:#00008B;">'''Nate'''</sub>]]'' 12:22, 17 March 2023 (UTC)
== Please and thank you  ==
Can you delete this? (File:Roy Pokemon 2023 Expression Sheet.png)
There's a Jpg version that is better quality and bigger, thanks ([[User:CuteSylveon42|CuteSylveon42]] ([[User talk:CuteSylveon42|talk]]) 14:26, 19 March 2023 (UTC))
Can you delete (File:Liko Rotom Phone.jpg)? thanks ([[User:CuteSylveon42|CuteSylveon42]] ([[User talk:CuteSylveon42|talk]]) 09:25, 21 April 2023 (UTC))
can you rename this file (Friede and Captain Pikachu Artwork.png) to (Pokédoko Friede Captain Pikachu Artwork.png)? ([[User:CuteSylveon42|CuteSylveon42]] ([[User talk:CuteSylveon42|talk]]) 12:43, 7 May 2023 (UTC))
Actually you don't need to instead, can you can rename this file (File:Pokédoko Liko Roy Artwork.png) to (Fan-Art Shuhei Nakano Liko Roy.png) ([[User:CuteSylveon42|CuteSylveon42]] ([[User talk:CuteSylveon42|talk]]) 12:51, 7 May 2023 (UTC))
:Taken care of! In the future, please use {{template|move}} so that any staff member can be alerted about a file that needs to be moved. Not just one person ''[[User:Maverick Nate|<sup style="color:#00008B;">'''Maverick'''</sup>]][[User talk:Maverick Nate|<sub style="color:#00008B;">'''Nate'''</sub>]]'' 12:56, 7 May 2023 (UTC)
can you delete this? (File:Fan-Art Shuhei Nakano Liko Roy.png) I already uploaded a jpg version ([[User:CuteSylveon42|CuteSylveon42]] ([[User talk:CuteSylveon42|talk]]) 21:56, 7 May 2023 (UTC)) thanks.
These aren't images but can you delete these pages (User:CuteSylveon42/Arven (anime)) and (User:CuteSylveon42/Penny (anime))? These pages are redirects and I can't edit them since I already edit three times on my user page ([[User:CuteSylveon42|CuteSylveon42]] ([[User talk:CuteSylveon42|talk]]) 21:01, 9 May 2023 (UTC))
==CopycatEXTeamRocketReturns83.jpg==
Should this file have all the extra Categories?  [[User:Finger|Finger]] ([[User talk:Finger|talk]]) 10:42, 25 March 2023 (UTC)
:If we're going to have both this image and the Expedition image, you're right, any appropriate categories need to be transferred over to the e-reader card. Historically, we only provide one image per artwork, so the extra categories, like [[:Category:Rocket Gang Strikes Back]], [[:Category:EX Dragon Frontiers]], and [[:Category:Shockwave! Tyranitar ex Constructed Standard Deck]] should still be listed in order to maintain representations of those cards within those categories. ''[[User:Maverick Nate|<sup style="color:#00008B;">'''Maverick'''</sup>]][[User talk:Maverick Nate|<sub style="color:#00008B;">'''Nate'''</sub>]]'' 11:02, 25 March 2023 (UTC)
::That being said, only one of each image should be included in the categories, so [[:File:CopycatExpedition138.jpg]] shouldn't be including the Dragon Frontiers and the Tyranitar ex Deck categories, since they are already on [[:File:CopycatEXTeamRocketReturns83.jpg]] (which is the example image that has the matching Trainer card layout). ''[[User:Maverick Nate|<sup style="color:#00008B;">'''Maverick'''</sup>]][[User talk:Maverick Nate|<sub style="color:#00008B;">'''Nate'''</sub>]]'' 11:24, 25 March 2023 (UTC)
It's all very confusing.  [[User:Finger|Finger]] ([[User talk:Finger|talk]]) 02:20, 26 March 2023 (UTC)
:::That's fair, just feel free to continue asking question and I'll help out where ever I can. ''[[User:Maverick Nate|<sup style="color:#00008B;">'''Maverick'''</sup>]][[User talk:Maverick Nate|<sub style="color:#00008B;">'''Nate'''</sub>]]'' 09:21, 26 March 2023 (UTC)
==I have another question==
Why is [https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Dual_Ball_%28Expedition_139%29&type=revision&diff=3688282&oldid=3688275 this way] preferred, and where can I find a guide to help with any others?  [[User:Finger|Finger]] ([[User talk:Finger|talk]]) 02:28, 26 March 2023 (UTC)
:So, for this template, the ''set'' and ''illus'' fields are the default, and the ''caption'' section is the override. The instructions for it were written [[bp:Template talk:TCGGallery|here]], but that's admittedly not a very easy place to get to.
:As for where you can find more, [[bp:Category:Documentation templates|this category on BP proper]] has a list of all the template pages that have their instructions written out so far. But bear with the staff as we work on getting more of them written. We've been trying to prioritize making editing more accessible here lately, which hasn't always been the case. ''[[User:Maverick Nate|<sup style="color:#00008B;">'''Maverick'''</sup>]][[User talk:Maverick Nate|<sub style="color:#00008B;">'''Nate'''</sub>]]'' 09:21, 26 March 2023 (UTC)
I do a lot of editing on Wikipedia, so it shouldn't prove a steep learning curve, fingers crossed. At least now I know where your templates are hidden.  [[User:Finger|Finger]] ([[User talk:Finger|talk]]) 13:20, 27 March 2023 (UTC)
==[https://archives.bulbagarden.net/wiki/File:0971Greavard.png File:0971Greavard.png]==
I was admiring the contributions from {{U|Moonboy65}}, when I noticed they had come to an abrupt end, on January 13, after what appears to be a disagreement with user Lewtwo over this image. Clearly he didn't appreciate the way he was spoken to. On looking through the talk pages of Lewtwo, it appears this abrasive response was not a one off, and it appears this Lewtwo likes to get their own way with scant regard for authority. I found this all very disconcerting, especially as it appears this Lewtwo is still editing without any change in their attitude, while Moonboy65 is still nowhere to be seen.  [[User:Finger|Finger]] ([[User talk:Finger|talk]]) 00:51, 28 March 2023 (UTC)
:I saw this message but forgot to respond. Just know that staff are aware of everything involved here, and in order to protect member's privacy, I'm not able to elaborate on anything more. ''[[User:Maverick Nate|<sup style="color:#00008B;">'''Maverick'''</sup>]][[User talk:Maverick Nate|<sub style="color:#00008B;">'''Nate'''</sub>]]'' 07:39, 5 April 2023 (UTC)
==Re: Some quick notes==
Hey Maverick Nate! I've been scanning some Pokemon cards of mine and thought I would upload them for the wiki (seeing how a lot of them are missing), so it's been pretty fun! :) I love contributing any way I can!
I actually didn't know about the 1280px image size restriction and was only aware of the file size limit, so I had been downsizing my scans and compressing them just to meet the 2mb requirement for use on the website. Would you be able to link me to the FAQ or page that has the information on image restrictions, etc.? I can't seem to find it lol. The original scans are very large to include as much detail as possible (for accurate preservation purposes mostly) so that's the reason the dimensions are as big as they are. But if you need the image size to be smaller, I'd be more than happy to oblige! Just let me know!
I guess I might as well ask, but is there a particular reason behind the image size limit? I understand the file size limit of course, but I'm curious about the dimension size one. Oh, and sorry about the initial "JPEG" naming of my image too. I must have left it that way by mistake. Thanks for informing me to use JPG instead of JPEG for extensions. I didn't know about that either, so I'll make sure my uploads use JPG from now on! :)
Thanks again!  [[User:King Kerog|King Kerog]] ([[User talk:King Kerog|talk]]) 09:18, 19 May 2023 (UTC)
:Ahh, so that explains why I couldn't find it, lol! And the point about not wanting to provide counterfeiters with super high resolution scans makes total sense. I can see why that rule would be in place for TCG scans at least. Perhaps the rule is just outdated when referring to all types of images? Like you were saying, maybe the rule listed on the main page should be revisited, or at least clarified if it applies only to specific types of images, e.g., TCG scans.
:Out of curiosity, I went looking for images with large dimensions and there are ''a lot'' uploaded. An example being: [[:File:Kotobukiya Iono and Bellibolt Naoki Saito.jpg]]. It's quite large at 2,893 × 4,093px, but it would also seem wrong to alter official art from the original source (Official website/twitter/etc.) just to meet the 1280px requirement. So I think your theory is right. Either way, to be safe I'll resize my scans to 1280px for now and if things change I'll upload the high res compressed versions!
:To answer your question about my collection: I have quite a lot of WotC cards that are in good condition. I think I have 600-700 cards? I don't remember the exact number, but it's all my collection from when I was a kid. Oh, and I definitely agree that it would be redundant to upload '''every''' reprint of each card lmao. When the only difference is one small symbol in the corner, it would be a total waste of time. I wasn't planning on uploading Base Set 2/Legendary scans if they had no changes from the original print.
:But anyways, you've been a great help and super informative, so thank you for all the assistance you've provided me with! [[User:King Kerog|King Kerog]] ([[User talk:King Kerog|talk]]) 12:02, 19 May 2023 (UTC)
== Would a scan be a better image for this card? ==
Hi, I have a copy of [https://archives.bulbagarden.net/wiki/File:DragoniteEmeraldBreak43.jpg Dragonite (Roaring Skies 52)] (the Cosmos Holo version, if it matters) and I'd like to scan it for the Archives. However, I'm unsure if my scan would be necessary, because the existing image seems to be of good quality. The only things that my scan would offer over the existing image are the fact that it's a scan instead of a digital mockup, and it's in English instead of Japanese (which I don't think is necessary?). Should I leave it as is, or upload my scan? [https://archives.bulbagarden.net/wiki/File:VictiniEXPlasmaStorm131.jpg Here's an example] of what my scans look like. Thanks. [[User:Porygon-man|Porygon-man]] ([[User talk:Porygon-man|talk]]) 22:19, 20 February 2024 (UTC)
:English language cards are always preferred over any Japanese cards, while scanned images are preferable to digital ones, so to answer your question quickly, yes if you were to upload the scan of the card you have, it would be very much appreciated and wanted :)  '''[[User:4iamking|<span style="font-family:noteworthy;color:#FF1493">4iam</span><span style="font-family:papyrus;color:#8A2BE2">king</span>]]''' 01:14, 21 February 2024 (UTC)
::Awesome, thanks! [[User:Porygon-man|Porygon-man]] ([[User talk:Porygon-man|talk]]) 23:48, 21 February 2024 (UTC)
== Re: Personal scans ==
'''Original message''': "Hi! I noticed you upload some card scans recently to replace some of our less desired images. That's great! I do have 2 requests that I hope you can fulfill with your scans going forward.
* The scan quality on [[:File:EnergyStadiumNeoDestiny99.jpg]] and [[:File:CharizardDragonStorm3.jpg]] is a bit lower than we typically desire. The bottom text on Energy Stadium in particular is a bit difficult to make out accurately. I'm not confident what settings you are currently using, but I remember when I had that problem, I increased the DPI and the images started coming out in better quality.
* If possible, please try and get a tighter crop on your scans. Some of the whitespace creates enough of a size difference to affect the final output of the images on mobile. We try to get it as close to the edges as possible while also still including the gaps at the corners.
If you have any questions, please get in touch! Thanks."
'''Reply''': Will do. I've started scanning the cards at 600 DPI instead of 300 DPI. I've rescanned Energy Stadium and Charizard, though I think I'll have to scan Energy Stadium at an even higher DPI because the copyright info at the bottom is still a little grainy. Better, but could still be improved. Of course, I'll resize them to the 1280 pixel limit.
*As for the whitespace, I will try my best, however, with the holofoil cards, sometimes the added weight of the holofoil causes a bend in the card, so that even when I straighten the image, when viewed head-on, the edges are not perfectly straight.
*While I've got you, I have a question about [[:File:021276 P EREBU.jpg]] (and other files like it). I'll just copy and paste what I put on the talk page: Hi, I have scanned the English version of this card and would like to upload it. Which way is the the way to go:
::A) Simply upload over the existing image, change the licensing template, remove the "Cards from the official card database" category, and request a move
::B) Upload the English scan separately, replace the image on the Bulbapedia page, and nominate this (Japanese) version for deletion
Thanks for getting back to me! [[User:Porygon-man|Porygon-man]] ([[User talk:Porygon-man|talk]]) 05:20, 7 March 2024 (UTC)
:As long as you are trying your best to adhere to the advice, that's all I can really ask. I know sometimes other issues make it not reasonable, so just do what you can!
:We prefer option A. We like to preserve the history of the image in a transparent way so uploading over the old and adding the new tags is the way to go. Hope this helps! ''[[User:Maverick Nate|<sup style="color:#00008B;">'''Maverick'''</sup>]][[User talk:Maverick Nate|<sub style="color:#00008B;">'''Nate'''</sub>]]'' 13:23, 7 March 2024 (UTC)
== Link templates ==
A few days ago, there was a discusssion in the discord about people being confused about which link templates are actually avaiable on the archives as opposed to bulbapedia. I sugeested having a page similar to {{bp|BP:LLT}}, so I've written up a draft with available templates, how to use them, and examples. Only thing is I'm unsure of how to submit it for staff review. Should I create a page in my userspace similar to on pedia, or should I just send you a text file? I hope you can review this page soon so it'll be a help to editors. Thanks! →<small> [[User talk:SuperPikaPool13|PikaTe]][[Special:Contribs/SuperPikaPool13|pig999]]</small> 03:37, 16 March 2024 (UTC)
:To be honest, I trust this enough for you to publish it at [[Archives:List of link templates]] from the get go. I think any review that I'd do could easily just happen there. I look forward to seeing it! ''[[User:Maverick Nate|<sup style="color:#00008B;">'''Maverick'''</sup>]][[User talk:Maverick Nate|<sub style="color:#00008B;">'''Nate'''</sub>]]'' 12:53, 19 March 2024 (UTC)
::Thank you for your trust. I've included most of the templates from [[:Category:Link templates]], although some templates might be missing due to being uncategorized. Additionally, some templates on BP were never created on the archives, such as {{bp|template:pal}}, {{bp|template:gal}}, {{bp|template:al}}, {{bp|template:hi}}, {{bp|template:rf}} etc. (Not that they have to be created, since their use case on the archives is pretty low compared to BP, but just letting you know.) [[Special:Diff/889480|The page is now live]]. Please feel free to let me know if there's anything else I can do to assist. →<small> [[User talk:SuperPikaPool13|PikaTe]][[Special:Contribs/SuperPikaPool13|pig999]]</small> 07:04, 20 March 2024 (UTC)