KHWiki:Magazine/Journalist Spot

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 until the release of the next issue.

Heard about the new magazine hosted on the KHWiki and the Keyhole and want to get involved? Here at the Journalist Spot, you can share ideas and help us work towards the release of our next issue.

How It Works
To begin with, you must be a registered user on both Wikis with a minimum of either 300 total edits at the KHWiki (check here) or 100 total edits at the Keyhole (check here).

Once you have that, you can sign-up to do any of the below but remember that it is your responsibility to complete anything you have signed up to at least a week before release. Fortunately, there's plenty of help along the way! Once you've signed up to something, you can share ideas about your topic below in the "Discussion" section. Then, other users will feedback and develop your ideas by giving their own thoughts and opinions so that you have enough inspiration to write your entire piece. If you are doing an interview, debate battle or podcast, work with your partner(s) at an off-Wiki location, such as the IRC or by email.

After you have a first draft, email it to "kingdomheartswikibcrat@gmail.com" so that the Editor in Chief can review your work, fix any mistakes and give you any advice that you might need. Please refrain from posting any drafts on the Wiki to prevent ruining the surprise and satisfaction at the end result. Remember to update your status in the sign-up section and again, ensure that you email your work at least a week before release so that there is time to fix any potential issues.

The host for the Journalist Spot alternates every issue so you may need to visit The Keyhole if you want to get involved!

Submission Etiquettes
For the aid of the publisher, we now request everyone to observe the following etiquettes when you are submitting a piece of work:

Insert all the relevant coding in your email, including all images, font colors, formatting and links. Also insert the relevant parameters of your piece. For example, this is an example of a perfect riddle submission: |gridriddle1=Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet |gridriddle1answer=consectetur adipiscing elit |gridriddle1author=Cicero Two templates have been made to handle links: Template:KHWiki and Template:Keyhole. These works by using the following parameters (this uses the KHWiki template as an example but the Keyhole is the same): Example: Never use basic  links unless you know that both Wikis have the page that you're linking to!
 * Coding

Allude to both Wikis as much as possible with links and mentions, unless your section is specific to one Wiki.
 * Content

It is vital that you submit your work before at least a week before the next issue is set to be released so that a) the publisher has time to add it into the rest of the magazine and b) there is time to fix any issues that there may be.
 * Due Date

Sign-Up
Found something you want to do? Sign-up under the bullet point you wish to do. If you have any questions, feel free to ask the Editor in Chief or the Deputy in Chief! Remember to submit your final work to the wiki's email for review!

Cover

 * A magazine cover drawn by hand or computer. Also submitted should be a thumbnail of the cover, for use in the magazine directories.
 * Depends on what anyone wants the cover to look like. I have got an idea or two, but I presume there'll be some headlines &c to go on the front page. If the opportunity arises, I'll gladly draw, BUT all articles for the particular issue have to be done first.  Trois nyx  08:21, 10 April 2015 (UTC)
 * Found a few good screens for use of the magazine, all from KH3D's opening (because get it, books?). Hm... If these don't work, I may have to draw something. TRS NX  17:34, 11 June 2015 (UTC)

Ansem's Report

 * A Kingdom Hearts news summary. Note that this needs to be done towards the end of the quarter year so that we can cover recent information. Up to 4 new pieces are needed.
 * 1) I see no one has signed up for this yet...Well, I've started writing something up, but I'd appreciate it if someone else would review it before we publish the magazine. Either way, I will have something prepared for this section. 03:18, 7 June 2015 (UTC)
 * 2) Permission to review. 03:21, 7 June 2015 (UTC)

Unlocking the Keyhole

 * A news summary of the happenings at the Keyhole. Note that this is best done towards the end of the quarter year so that we can cover recent information. Sections include: Jiminy's Journal (Keyhole news), Log Updates (deletion, move and other), New Users (short blurbs about our newest editors) and Tea Party updates.

The Door to Light

 * A news summary of the KHWiki. Note that this needs to be done towards the end of the quarter year so that we can cover recent information. Sections include: Trinity Archives (KHWiki news), New Users (short blurbs about our newest editors) and Roundtable updates.
 * 18:46, 10 April 2015 (UTC)

The Coliseum

 * A debate battle on a certain topic between two users with conflicting opinions. This section requires two contributors who are able to work together off wiki.
 * 1) I think I can do it. 11:36, 9 April 2015 (UTC)
 * 2) If said battle includes characters and their temperaments.... It'll all depend on how it turns out.  Trois nyx  08:20, 10 April 2015 (UTC)
 * RTB, are we considering this done, or? TRS NX  17:15, 11 June 2015 (UTC)

The Keyblade Master

 * A complete article on any topic. This can include theories, analysis, speculation etc. Multiple authors are allowed to collaborate for this page. There are up to 2 article spaces available for this page.
 * 1) This time, I will send this in. 22:41, 8 April 2015 (UTC)
 * 2) An idea that's popped into my head. Sent. 23:26, 8 April 2015 (UTC)
 * 3) I have a wonderful, wonderful series of articles on this...... just parallels to things I see around me, and believe deeply.  Trois nyx  08:19, 10 April 2015 (UTC) SENT

Dive to the Heart

 * A comprehensive game tutorial.
 * I volunteer. Limited scope though, as this will cover what I have already mastered.  Trois nyx  19:20, 10 April 2015 (UTC) Currently unable to do this. UNLESS someone recommends something simple that I can write a tutorial for, this is gonna be a no go given my current circumstances. TRS NX  16:43, 6 June 2015 (UTC)
 * (Can be stored for whenever) 21:53, 13 April 2015 (UTC) NO LONGER ABLE TO DO THIS!
 * "I volunteer as tribute!" I'll take it from here, guys. 02:34, 12 June 2015 (UTC)
 * An understandable wiki tutorial.
 * I volunteer.  Trois nyx  07:39, 10 April 2015 (UTC)

Round Room

 * A maximum crew of four people willing to take part in recording the podcast and an agenda of things to talk about on the podcast.
 * NOTICE:Due to the backlog of videos that we already have, any people signed up for the round room will still be put onto our waiting list, but will not be featured in this issue. Keep in mind that if you've already been a guest on the round room, you cannot sign up again.
 * @ IF anyone can actually get to record in blooming BST for Pete's sake.  Trois nyx  07:38, 10 April 2015 (UTC) Of course, this is gonna be a no go. TRS NX  16:41, 6 June 2015 (UTC)

Mark of Mastery Exam

 * A review on any subject.
 * 16:38, 10 April 2015 (UTC)
 *  Trois nyx  19:17, 10 April 2015 (UTC)
 * Have already started but I am horribly stuck. Xion4ever, I think I need your help here too. I am so sorry. T_T TRS <font color="#444444">NX  16:57, 11 June 2015 (UTC)
 * A "Top 5 List" on any subject.
 *  Trois <font color="darkslateblue">nyx  19:17, 10 April 2015 (UTC) SENT
 * An interview between an interviewer and another editor. This section requires two contributors who are able to work together off wiki.
 * 22:38, 8 April 2015 (UTC)
 * Reviews, top lists and interviews have ALWAYS been my thing!  Trois <font color="darkslateblue">nyx  07:37, 10 April 2015 (UTC)

Naminé's Sketchbook

 * A couple pieces of fanart.
 * I got it covered although it would be great to have others send in something 02:07, 9 April 2015 (UTC)
 * Once I have access to a scanner etc., i.e. once I'm back, and living with more peace and simplicity, I'll gladly send in a few art pieces.  Trois <font color="darkslateblue">nyx  07:36, 10 April 2015 (UTC) SENT X2
 * Working on something now. Hopefully I'll be done by the time the magazine releases. 17:36, 4 June 2015 (UTC)
 * Coloured in line art from the previous issue (optional)

The Grid

 * A "Banish The Beast!" silhouette image.
 * Riddles. Five riddles are required in total.
 * I'll do one (or maybe two) 16:56, 9 April 2015 (UTC)
 * Sent in two. 14:24, 6 June 2015 (UTC)
 * I love riddles. Almost as much as I love bad jokes. 18:44, 13 April 2015 (UTC)
 * One from me. (done)G 21:53, 13 April 2015 (UTC)
 * Blank line art
 * 02:07, 9 April 2015 (UTC)
 * A puzzle. Both an empty and a completed version of the puzzle must be submitted.
 * 22:38, 8 April 2015 (UTC)
 * I wanna do my sudoku idea, even if it's stored for next time. (DONE) 22:51, 8 April 2015 (UTC)
 * Your graphics team is ready to work should you need it FM 02:07, 9 April 2015 (UTC)

Flick Rush

 * Answers for the mailbox. Up to three different questions can be answered for this section.
 * Depending on what the questions are, I may be ready to help.  Trois <font color="darkslateblue">nyx  19:19, 10 April 2015 (UTC) SENT
 * Tasks for KHWiki. Five tasks are required in total.
 * 17:19, 27 May 2015 (UTC)
 * Tasks for the games. Five tasks are required in total.
 * 18:45, 13 April 2015 (UTC)
 * Tasks for the Keyhole. Five tasks are required in total.
 * Compiling poll results and inputting them into a graphic.
 * A poll.
 * Will be able to help to a limited extent, as my polling questions will cover the games I already have.  Trois <font color="darkslateblue">nyx  19:19, 10 April 2015 (UTC)

Discussion
Would it be possible to get like, a big team of contributors -- not necessarily regulars, but those who can at least commit to one particular issue? If we have enough of these types of contributions each month, we may perhaps be able to revive the Magazine. Thoughts?  Trois <font color="darkslateblue">nyx  07:15, 9 April 2015 (UTC)
 * That's the point of the sign up sheet and what makes the magazine fun. People sign up to a few tasks each (often changing tasks each issue) and then we see the collaboration in the end result. Contributors don't have to be regulars but they do need to meet the basic requirement. Also, the magazine never died; in fact, I think it's still going on strong!
 * The essential thing is people post their stuff early. Last time, we had a day left to release and half the magazine empty. Therefore, I stress to everyone that you must email your work at least a week early. Ideally, as early as you can make it, whether that be two weeks or two months before, but we can't expect that from everyone which is why we compromise on at least a week in advance. 14:56, 9 April 2015 (UTC)
 * Why don't we lower the number of edits required to contribute? It may increase the amount of people working on the magazine. 16:47, 9 April 2015 (UTC)
 * That might be a good idea. 17:32, 9 April 2015 (UTC)
 * Maybe we can encourage collaborations? There could be people out there with good ideas but think their work won't be in the same quality of the magazine and thus don't submit anything. It could even work between each other, like the word search two issues ago. FM and I worked on it together because he had the idea and I could manage the graphics part. 23:36, 9 April 2015 (UTC)
 * I'm opposed to lowering the number of edits. Let's remember that the original purpose of the magazine (and MegaProject: Arise at that) was to increase traffic and activity for the wiki. The idea of the Chain of Rewards was new editors work hard and contribute to the wiki, and in return they gain the privilege of working on the magazine. We don't want to see contributors to the magazine that have no experience of the wiki and are not yet integrated into the community. We want them to first learn their way around the place and pick up some basic skills and then contribute. That was the point of ranking the magazine high on the Chain; it's a lot more demanding than voting for featured content. Besides, we have enough people working on the magazine, we just need them to submit their stuff earlier. Also, yes, collaboration is great (and more fun) ^_^ 18:44, 10 April 2015 (UTC)

Put it this way, folks: if you're adept enough to write for the magazine, you're adept enough to write for the mainspace. And at the end of the day, the whole point of the magazine is not to draw people away from the mainspace. QED.  Trois <font color="darkslateblue">nyx  19:25, 10 April 2015 (UTC)
 * I will be contributing more to the magazine issue following this one. My time is limited right now, so I'm unable to contribute in as large a way as I'd ideally like to. Regarding increasing the number of people contributing to the magazine, there are people that regularly edit both wikis who are competent enough to help out, but may be scared to do so. More encouragement is needed to stimulate editors to write. 19:05, 16 May 2015 (UTC)

Hi folks, just a quick question... Is there a maximum word count for the Keyblade Master articles? When I write, I often have a tendency to write...a lot, so I want to be sure what length I'm aiming for before I really get stuck in. 12:49, 5 June 2015 (UTC)
 * I asked this question to Chainoffire myself; I don't think there is a maximum word count. <font color="#222222">TRS <font color="#444444">NX  13:04, 5 June 2015 (UTC)

There is not a max word count, however, if I feel it to be too long I may ask you to shorten it, or I may shorten it myself. But, as long as it doesn't break the template, you should be fine. 04:25, 7 June 2015 (UTC)