User talk:Moe Epsilon

Regarding user talk template warnings: Don't use template warnings on my talk page. If they are used, they are going to get reverted. If you have something to say, kindly take 1 minute out of your time and have the respect to type out any grievance with me. Regarding Images: If I have tagged it as having a missing source, missing copyright, missing rationale or have tagged it as an orphan and you have added the required information, just remove the deletion tag. If I tagged an image of yours for deletion and you do not object, don't notify me. If I have removed fair use images from an article, please do not reinsert them without discussing it on the talk page there or with me first. This is not simple vandalism, trolling or trying to be a dick with policy. If I removed said Image, I have because it violated the policy portion of our non-free content guideline. If you feel I have made an error, please report it to me below. Archives - Leave me a new message Archive 1 - (7/20/2005 - 9/3/2005) - Archive 2 - (9/3/2005 - 11/5/2005) Archive 3 - (11/5/2005 - 12/7/2005) - Archive 4 - (12/7/2005 - 12/23/2005) Archive 5 - (12/24/2005 - 1/22/2006) - Archive 6 - (1/22/2006 - 2/5/2006) Archive 7 - (2/5/2006 - 2/19/2006) - Archive 8 - (2/18/2006 - 2/27/2006) Archive 9 - (2/27/2006 - 3/9/2006) - Archive 10 - (3/9/2006 - 3/20/2006) Archive 11 - (3/21/2006 - 3/31/2006) - Archive 12 - (4/1/2006 - 4/12/2006) Archive 13 - (4/12/2006 - 4/28/2006) - Archive 14 - (4/28/2006 - 5/14/2006) Archive 15 - (6/3/2006 - 6/8/2006) - Archive 16 - (6/8/2006 - 6/16/2006) Archive 17 - (6/16/06 - 6/23/2006) - Archive 18 - (6/23/2006 - 7/3/2006) Archive 19 - (7/3/2006 - 7/19/2006) - Archive 20 - (7/19/2006 - 10/3/2006) Archive 21 - (10/6/2006 - 10/29/06) - Archive 22 - (10/30/2006 - 11/14/2006) Archive 23 - (11/14/2006 - 12/1/2006) - Archive 24 - (12/4/2006 - 8/8/2007) Adoption hey am ian am from kenya really enjoy the work u guys do.anyways i think ur really cool when u said ur always ready to adopt.i sometimes make alot of mess when trying to edit something.if u are willing to help it wud be awesome. mwash 09:48, 8 August 2007 (UTC) Images I've done a few, but I need to go out now. I'll carry on tomorrow if they're still not gone. - Papa November 1 21:03, 9 August 2007 (UTC) Image:Films named cleopatra.JPG Hi. at Image:Films named cleopatra.JPG, I disagree with the wording of your concern "This is a derivative work". I would say the image is not derivative of commercial work, it IS a copy of the commercial work, at low resolution and with a fair use argument. I've stated so on the image talk page. (I don't feel particularly strongly one way or another about use of the image, but for the record, there it is.) Cheers, -- Infrogmation 19:57, 10 August 2007 (UTC) Image:Stravinksy-petrushka-fanfare.png Hi, could you explain why you think Image:Stravinsky-petrushka-fanfare.png needs to be in low resolution? The reason I reverted it back to the original size is because the image itself was created from scratch by a user in a music notation program and declared free, with the proviso that he was unsure of the status of the music itself. He mistakenly tagged it with the "fair use of a non-free image" template (explaining your change to low-res), which I've replaced with "fair use of a copy of sheet music" and given an appropriate rationale on the talk page. As I understand it, the "low-resolution" issue applies only to image copyrights - it would apply had he scanned a published copy of the sheet music, but since he created the image from scratch and has relinquished any rights on all such images (on his user talk page), the relevant fair-use criteria are those for copies of sheet music, which are different from those for images and make no mention of resolution because the copyright exists on the music itself and not its visual representation. I've given an explanation on the talk page as to why this extract meets the sheet music fair-use criteria, at least as regards the Polytonality article in which it appears. Thomjakobsen 23:06, 10 August 2007 (UTC) AntiRussianPoster.jpg‎ Hi, I noticed that you removed this image from a user page. I think that was a right move. Moreover, I feel this image has been used inappropriately in other articles. If you have an opinion, could you please note your point of view at the image discussion page Image talk:AntiRussianPoster.jpg‎ We are trying to reach a consensus as to the use of this image and your input will be very much appreciated. Thanks in advance. --Hillock65 21:53, 11 August 2007 (UTC) Athens_seal.png That Athens Seal picture that I originally uploaded, I feel can't be extremely lowered in quality or otherwise you will lose the ability to read the Dimos Athanion at the bottom. I'm surprised that I wasn't notified on my talk page, and rather saw it on my watchlist, which luckily I have it placed there. What needs to be done? El Greco (talk · contribs) 00:01, 12 August 2007 (UTC) Kiss of Dawn I read the wiki rules about linking to such stuff and it never ever said anything like NO LINKING --NekoD 20:18, 12 August 2007 (UTC) NFCC Hi, this is in response to this message. I wasn't aware that the policy doesn't allow fair use images on templates (though it does allow exceptions from this rule if there is a broad consensus, which could very well be the case here). Still, I don't think I've done anything that would warrant such an unfriendly note. (Moreover, I doubt that the image can only be used as "fair use" – as it is the CoA of a Hungarian county, I'm almost sure that it is in fact not protected by any copyright; I just haven't found the right source to make sure about that). Regards, KissL 10:12, 13 August 2007 (UTC) Rescaled Image I noticed that you rescaled the image Image:Axis & Allies (2004) Coverart.jpg down to 200px. To comply with CVG guidlines images should be 256px if possible, im not saying that they have to be, but if one is already 256px you shouldn't scale it down to 200px. It's in the guidelines here: [1]. Salavat 14:01, 14 August 2007 (UTC) RfC on Lists and Contents pages You've expressed interest in the past, so I thought I'd point you towards a discussion at Wikipedia:Village pump (policy)#Contents pages, and lists of lists on the Wikipedia:Contents pages, and specifically on the namespace they belong in. Thanks. --Quiddity 17:14, 14 August 2007 (UTC) Too many music samples Sorry that you had to delete all of those samples, I should have known better and read up on the Wikipedia:Non-free content criteria before uplaoding all of it. Thanks, Adumbvoget 19:24, 14 August 2007 (UTC) Warning: personal attacks will not be tolerated If you reinsert your personal attacks toward me again at Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/Jessica Darlin you will be reported and blocked. Thanks! Burntsauce 21:01, 14 August 2007 (UTC) Sorry for butting in, but that wasn't a personal ttack by any stretch of the imagination. Sure, it was borderline uncivil, but calling it a personal attack is going a bit too far. Regards, —Celestianpower háblame 21:08, 14 August 2007 (UTC) It is very much uncivil and a personal attack, and should not be tolerated. Burntsauce 21:10, 14 August 2007 (UTC) Sorry, but there was nothing personal in it. Your obviously don't get what WP:NPA says. Fake threats in edit summaries aren't going to work against me, I hope you understand that. — Moe ε 22:11, 14 August 2007 (UTC) Gross violation Hi I noticed you removed my list of G1. Was this because of the use of the logo or the number of times it was used. Either way I was trying to get feedback from the discussions regarding this list. If I may I would like to have it put back in which case I will replace the logo with the written name. The image does have fair use rationale stated. Libro0 05:19, 16 August 2007 (UTC) Bluecord I can't believe he'd do that, i mean vandalising my userpage is one thing but this is an outrage. Sherzo 14:41, 19 August 2007 (UTC) thanks for all your help Sherzo 00:09, 21 August 2007 (UTC) Sources Can WWF programs be used as sources in articles on former WWF wrestlers?Halbared 10:22, 20 August 2007 (UTC) Ta for the complete explanation Mo. Helped a lot.Halbared 06:07, 21 August 2007 (UTC) Decieving? I am not decieving anyone, I even linked to the discussion for that guy to read for himself so that there were no misunderstandings. It was used as proof that as sources go OWW lacks the fact checking and editorial process of reliable sources, it lacks what the book I cite as a source has - making it in the eyes of Wikipedia a better source. MPJ-DK 17:48, 20 August 2007 (UTC) Oh and unless we're reading different arguments then the discussion on OWW has wrestling editors saying it is and a bunch of other editors saying it isn't a reliable source, it's unresolved but it's not like it's clear cut "reliable", nowhere near as reliable as the source I'm citing. MPJ-DK 17:52, 20 August 2007 (UTC) Oh and "what the hell have I been telling him"?? it's on his talk page, I told him that unless he had a better source he should leave it alone because it wasn't how Wikipedia worked, he blundered on and just kept readding it after I explained it a couple of times about reliable source with the only reason being basically "I like it" - so it's harsh worded, yeah but friendly and explantory didn't seem to get the job done. I don't appricate being attacked like that when all I've been trying to keep a good source in over a "so-so" source MPJ-DK 17:58, 20 August 2007 (UTC) First of all "not resort to misusing vandalism tags"? I did not use a vandalism tag at all, second of all you came here all "What the hell" and implied that I lied to the guy when I quite CLEARLY did not tell him OWW wasn’t a reliable source, just that it was less reliable than the book and gave him the link to the discussion to clue him into why that was. You said it yourself – OWW is a tertiary source, secondary sources are preferred when they can be found, the book I cite is a secondary source thus actually supporting what I’ve been saying. And let me repeat myself because you seem to have read something other than what I wrote on his user page (and yours): I never said OWW was unreliable, I said that the book source because of it’s editorial and fact checking process and the "expert" standing of the author was a better source so please don’t put other words in my mouth and I’d appreciate it if you didn’t assume facts not in evidence, thank you MPJ-DK 06:38, 21 August 2007 (UTC) You're right I overstepped by using the word vandal, just like you overstepped by implying that I was lying to him or that I actually tagged him with a vandal tag not to mention the hint that such an act was a bannable offence, so faults on both sides. let's just end it there cause it gets us nowhere. MPJ-DK 19:19, 21 August 2007 (UTC) Great Job! Great job finding that sockpuppet Moe!! Vlaze 23:17, 21 August 2007 (UTC) User:I Own This Land User:ElinorD beat me to it. --Anthony.bradbury"talk" 23:50, 21 August 2007 (UTC) Please re-register Hello, Moe Epsilon! You are receiving this notice because the Cleanup Taskforce has been inactive, as a result of this all active taskforce members are being asked to re-register. For more information see: Wikipedia:Cleanup Taskforce/Not Dead Yet If you do not re-register here within 15 days of receiving this notice your name will be removed from the membership list (if you were unable to reply to this notice in time, you can just add you name back). RJFJR 03:13, 22 August 2007 (UTC) Congratulations You've finally had your page vandalized 100 times! Woooooooooooooo! Zen Garden Award for Infinite Patience For having the list of times your page has been vandalized reach 100 without throwing something at your computer screen (I assume ;), I present you with the Zen award. Congratulations on reaching this mementos landmark. The Hybrid 06:31, 22 August 2007 (UTC) Over 200? Stunning. BTW, while I was flipping around one time I stumbled across some page saying that Jimbo quotes don't count as policy. Do you know where this page is? I've been looking for it to use against Burntsauce, but I haven't had any luck. Cheers, The Hybrid 06:43, 22 August 2007 (UTC) Ah, yes, that's what I was looking for. Thanks Moe :) The Hybrid 06:58, 22 August 2007 (UTC) Moe, check out this quote that BMG dug up: I think that almost any argument, on any topic, which has premises beginning with "Jimbo said..." is a pretty weak argument. Surely the merits of the proposal should be primary, not what I happen to think. -- Jimbo Wales I'ts like God a non-denominational deity himself/herself is on our side. Cheers, The Hybrid 22:18, 24 August 2007 (UTC) Wikipedia: the Movie 'Ello. I recently contributed to Wikipedia: the Movie. I, then curious, went on the discussion page and saw your debate of sorts with Konstable. I agree with you. The section had no hint of a personal attack. Also, we had no proof she was a pre-teen. Thanks for being one of those Wikipedians who can lighten up! Cheers - 67.41.162.222 04:29, 24 August 2007 (UTC) No problem. I don't blame you. . .sadly, Wikipedia is hardly a place to lighten up. Cheers - 67.41.162.222 04:43, 24 August 2007 (UTC) Re: WP:ANI Want some cheese with that whine? :-P - KrakatoaKatie 18:01, 25 August 2007 (UTC) Re: TJ Spyke Oops, tagged the wrong person. I was doing that tagging based off Wikipedia:Requests for checkuser/Case/TJ Spyke. I misread what JPGordan said and thought TJ was a Dereksx1 sock instead of the other way around. My mistake. Kwsn(Ni!) 21:09, 25 August 2007 (UTC) Oh, I see, thanks for letting me know. The Hybrid 21:17, 25 August 2007 (UTC) Template:Infobox Philippine mythology Your reply: I saw your post on AN and was wondering what really needed to be done, like adding it to every article in the Philippine mythology category? — Moe ε 01:30, 26 August 2007 (UTC) Thanks for the reply above which I copied from my talk page. I can do the adding or placing of the template and the necessary information to the corresponding article. But what I couldn't figure out is the "activation" of the template. That is, I copied the "template contents" below but nothing happens after adding the information such title, image, description etc.: "{{Infobox Philippine mythology characters |image = |title = |description = |gender = |region = |equivalent = }}" Can you help me with this, thus "activating" the template. This is "where" I need assistance. Thank you in advance. And, by the way, I want to apply/use this template to articles (as requested) such as Tiyanak, Maria Makiling, Bathala, Manananggal, Bakunawa, Tikbalang, Kapre and others. The navigation boxes were already applied to the "main", "parent" or "umbrella articles" like Philippine mythology, Philippine folklore, Philippine mythical creatures, and Deities of Philippine Mythology. - Dragonbite 01:51, 26 August 2007 (UTC) Hi. I based it on this one: Template:Infobox Forgotten Realms Countries. - Thanks for concentrating on this. - Dragonbite 03:09, 26 August 2007 (UTC) The Philippine Barnstar Protection Amulet Moe ε, for your contributions in activating and implementing the Template:Infobox Philippine mythology for the use in Philippine-mythology articles, I thank you very much, and award you with this Philippine mythology barnstar protection amulet. You paved the way! With my sincerest appreciation... - Dragonbite 03:47, 26 August 2007 (UTC) Adminship I here you are not an administrstor but how?--*PADRES 18:53, 26 August 2007 (UTC) User:Rickyrab/New Bad Jokes and Other Deleted Nonsense Well, this is a personal page. While personal pages can be deleted as per MfDs, it is nonetheless bad taste to go about deleting personal pages. — Rickyrab | Talk 14:08, 28 August 2007 (UTC) reminder to mentor Hola Mentors! Im sending you this reminder because you volunteered to mentor my students in English Advanced B as they become contributing members of the Wikipedia community. We start working with Wikipedia in earnest next week. I ask you to take a look at your entry in the Mentor Table at Wikipedia:School_and_university_projects/ITESM_Campus_Toluca/Mentors Please update the information, esp. with what your technical and informational expertise is or, if you have decided that you no longer want to participate, please remove your information from the table. Please watch the pages associated with the project. Students will contact you via your user page and as soon as my students have user pages, I will put them on the navigation bar associated with the project. I don’t need to remind you that your job is NOT to write their assignments for them, of course. I certainly will tell my students that… and the fact that you are volunteers that don’t have to help them… so they need to be nice. If any students misbehave (tho I don’t expect it) don’t hesistate to contact me and I will take care of it. The goal of this project is to integrate successfully into the Wikipedia community. Anyway… what I really need your help with is helping students get oriented to Wikipedia, make appropriate changes and write about appropriate topics (see Wikipedia:School_and_university_projects/ITESM_Campus_Toluca/Syllabus for assignments). I also need your technical expertise… I am only an English teacher after all! I appreciate what technology does for us but I am no technical expert! Again, thank you for volunteering and you will hear from us again soon! Thelmadatter 19:11, 28 August 2007 (UTC)Thelmadatter Comment on TJ Discussion It appears that the discussion has gone stagnant ever since I decided to gnaw on Burntsauce. So, if the discussion gets archived without any more comments being made, what exactly will happen, if anything? Would we take this to the CSN next, ANI, RfC, where? Peace, The Hybrid 00:58, 29 August 2007 (UTC) That's just what gnaws at me. There was never a real chance to let your info about why he should be unblocked sink in since Burntsauce came in and made a spectacle. It seems like we should take this somewhere and get a consensus if this discussion dies. It doesn't seem fair to TJ to just let him stay blocked because of Burntsauce without a fight. If the community wants him blocked, then fne, but I'm not too keen to give into Burntsauce like this. The Hybrid 01:07, 29 August 2007 (UTC) Alright, I check the AN at various intervals, so if I notice the discussion has been archived with no real decision reached, then I'll start up a discussion at the CSN. Cheers, The Hybrid 01:12, 29 August 2007 (UTC) Humble apologies I just looked in the mirror. I was lecturing a student (I'm an admin coach) on the virtues of assuming good faith and maintaining composure, and all of a sudden I felt as if I was Quiddity lecturing me! He was absolutely right -- regardless of the underlying circumstances, my approach in my communications with you was all wrong. I feel like a total moron. I'm sorry, man. Please accept my apology and my oath that it will never happen again. The Transhumanist 01:37, 29 August 2007 (UTC) Re: Water under bridge Thank you for the reply. I agree. It's better forgotten. See ya in the encyclopedia! The Transhumanist 02:11, 29 August 2007 (UTC)