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| <span style="font-size: 120%; color:#000000">I have retired from editing permanently.
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I simply do not have the time - my contributions of late have been carved from days that realistically have no moments left to give. Put simply, editing is no longer fun for me, because I cannot give the work the love it needs to flourish anymore. It is a cause of stress, of hollow duty. It has been years, and it is time to step back from this hobby. Many say this decision is long overdue - but I lingered for as long as my spirit would allow. How did I know when to retire? When edits consistently granted me no joy. They were definitely the last grains to fall, ever so slowly, in an hourglass I once thought was infinite. 
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I prefer to see editing done by those who have the passion and the time. This was a difficult decision to make, but one I feel is best for the future - both mine and of any editors who will evolve with Spiral Knights and its wiki. Just as I did, they will abide by consistencies they agree upon while coasting on the winds of change.
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Enjoy playing this wonderful game,<br>--[[User:Novaster|Novaster]] 01:40, 12 March 2016 (UTC)
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{{Card/User
 
{{Card/User
 
|name= Novaster
 
|name= Novaster
 
|date of crash = 06 April 2012
 
|date of crash = 06 April 2012
|rank = [[File:Prestigefinal-ultramarine.png]] Vanguard
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|rank = [[File:Prestige Badge-45k-Ultramarine.png|16px]] Vanguard
 
|guild = <[[Of Draco Dusk (Guild)|Of Draco Dusk]]>
 
|guild = <[[Of Draco Dusk (Guild)|Of Draco Dusk]]>
 
|profession = Bomber, Guild Master, Explorer, Wiki Editor
 
|profession = Bomber, Guild Master, Explorer, Wiki Editor
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'''Clockworks Favorites''':
 
'''Clockworks Favorites''':
[[File:Gate Icon-Beast.png|36px|Favorite Monster Type: Beast]] [[File:Gate Icon-Shock.png|36px|Favorite Status Type: Shock]] [[File:Gate-Iron Edge Arena.png|36px|Favorite Level Type: Any Arcade Arena. Especially deep ones where radiants drop, or shallower ones where crafting orbs drop.]] [[File:Gate-The Roarmulus Twins.png|36px|Favorite Boss Fight: Roarmulus Twins. Why? Brains AND Brawn are needed for victory!]]
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[[File:Gate Icon-Beast.png|36px|Favorite Monster Type: Beast]] [[File:Gate Icon-Poison.png|36px|Favorite Status Type: Poison]] [[File:Gate-Iron Edge Arena.png|36px|Favorite Level Type: Any Arcade Arena. Especially deep ones where radiants drop, or shallower ones where crafting orbs drop.]] [[File:Gate-The Roarmulus Twins.png|36px|Favorite Boss Fight: Roarmulus Twins. Why? Brains AND Brawn are needed for victory!]]
 
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'''Reality''':
 
'''Reality''':
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My forum name is: Dracora-Speaking
 
My forum name is: Dracora-Speaking
  
I maintain the following threads on the foums:
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I maintain the following threads on the forums:
  
 
:[http://forums.spiralknights.com/en/node/100377 My Suggestions]
 
:[http://forums.spiralknights.com/en/node/100377 My Suggestions]
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-In particular, I'd like to thank:
 
-In particular, I'd like to thank:
 
:[[User:Jdavis|Bopp]]: for consistency, useful forum advice, and patience.
 
:[[User:Jdavis|Bopp]]: for consistency, useful forum advice, and patience.
:[[User talk:SPOOOONN|Cheshireccat]]: for intelligent feedback, wiki enthusiasm, and good gameplay.  
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:[[User talk:SPOOOONN|Cheshireccat]]: for intelligent feedback, enthusiasm, and good gaming.
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:[[User:Annevdw|Ciardha]]: for work with NPC pages and dialogue data.
 
:[[User:Trillium|Deliciousness]]: for helping the wiki and coding talent. [[Template:Colorstyle|Especially this one]].
 
:[[User:Trillium|Deliciousness]]: for helping the wiki and coding talent. [[Template:Colorstyle|Especially this one]].
:[[User:Acies|Glacies]]: for lots of wikiwork and being innovative yet consistent.
 
 
:[[User talk:Icytea|Flowchart]]: for lots of wikiwork, icons, and coding talent.
 
:[[User talk:Icytea|Flowchart]]: for lots of wikiwork, icons, and coding talent.
:[[User:BlarghBlargh|Skepticraven]]: for field data and wiki coding talent.
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:[[User:Acies|Glacies]]: for lots of wikiwork and being innovative yet consistent.
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:[[User talk:Hennils|Hennils]]: for help with APNG tooltips, page format/gearlist implementation.
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:[[User:MissNice‎|Iskrica]]: for help with Basil field data gathering.
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:[[User:HikaruFer|Jade-Hikaru]]: for lots of wikiwork and feedback.
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:[[User:Altmetal|Neometal]]: for help with field data gathering and updating material pages.
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:[[User talk:Puurrfect|Puurrfect]]: for help with field data gathering and updating material pages.
 
:[[User:Onox792|Sir-Onox]]: for monster pics and one-on-one improvement talks.
 
:[[User:Onox792|Sir-Onox]]: for monster pics and one-on-one improvement talks.
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:[[User:BlarghBlargh|Skepticraven]]: for help with field data gathering and wiki coding talent.
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:[[User talk:Thepc|ThePC]]: for help with APNG tooltips.
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:[[User:Snarbylord|Snarbylord]]: for help with catching details and content entry.
  
 
And anyone else who I've not spoken with personally, but who does good things for the game and community.
 
And anyone else who I've not spoken with personally, but who does good things for the game and community.
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SHINY THINGS
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General Strategy:
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:I usually don't use trinket slots, relying instead on a good internet connection and agility. I use movement speed buffs whenever possible.
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'''My Main Outfit''':
  
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[[File:Equipment-Wyvern Scale Helm icon.png|36px]] [[Wyvern Scale Helm]]:
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:[[File:Icon-accessory-helmet_top.png|16px]] [[Arcane Halo]]
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:[[File:Icon-accessory-helmet_side.png|16px]] none
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:[[File:Icon-accessory-helmet_back.png|16px]] none
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:[[File:Icon-accessory-helmet_front.png|16px]] [[Prismatic Glow-Eyes]]
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[[File:Equipment-Arcane Salamander Suit icon.png|36px]] [[Arcane Salamander Suit]]:
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:[[File:Icon-accessory-armor_front.png|16px]] [[Bandolier|Dusky Bomb Bandolier]]
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:[[File:Icon-accessory-armor_back.png|16px]] [[Dragon Wings|Cool Dragon Wings]]
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:[[File:Icon-accessory-armor_aura.png|16px]] [[Ghostly Aura]]
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:[[File:Icon-accessory-armor_rear.png|16px]] none
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[[File:Equipment-Dread Skelly Shield icon.png|36px]] [[Dread Skelly Shield]]
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[[File:Equipment-Cold Iron Vanquisher icon.png|36px]] [[Cold Iron Vanquisher]]
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[[File:Equipment-Neutralizer icon.png|36px]] [[Neutralizer]]
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'''9-3 Rank Mission "King of Ashes"''':
  
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[[File:Equipment-Vog Cub Cap icon.png|36px]] [[Vog Cub Cap]]:
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:[[File:Unique variant icon.png|16px|link=Unique Variant]] Increased Shadow Defense: Maximum!
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:[[File:Unique variant icon.png|16px|link=Unique Variant]] Poison Resistance: Low
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[[File:Equipment-Chaos Cloak icon.png|36px]] [[Chaos Cloak]]:
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:[[File:Unique variant icon.png|16px|link=Unique Variant]] Increased Normal Defense: Low
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:[[File:Unique variant icon.png|16px|link=Unique Variant]] Increased Piercing Defense: Low
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:[[File:Unique variant icon.png|16px|link=Unique Variant]] Increased Shadow Defense: Maximum!
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[[File:Equipment-Dread Skelly Shield icon.png|36px]] [[Dread Skelly Shield]]
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:[[File:Unique variant icon.png|16px|link=Unique Variant]] Increased Piercing Defense: Low
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:[[File:Unique variant icon.png|16px|link=Unique Variant]] Increased Elemental Defense: Low
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:[[File:Unique variant icon.png|16px|link=Unique Variant]] Increased Fire Resistance: Low
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[[File:Equipment-Voltedge icon.png|36px]] [[Voltedge]]
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:[[File:Unique variant icon.png|16px|link=Unique Variant]] Charge Time Reduction: Low
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:[[File:Unique variant icon.png|16px|link=Unique Variant]] Damage Bonus vs Construct: Low
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:[[File:Unique variant icon.png|16px|link=Unique Variant]] Damage Bonus vs Undead: Very High
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[[File:Equipment-Blitz Needle icon.png|36px]] [[Blitz Needle]]
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:[[File:Unique variant icon.png|16px|link=Unique Variant]] Charge Time Reduction: High
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[[File:Battle Sprite-Maskeraith-T3-icon.png|36px]] [[Maskeraith]]
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:[[File:Elite Golden Harness.png|25px|Golden Harness]] Piercing Damage
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:[[File:Swift Steps.png|25px|Swift Steps II]] [[Perk|Swift Steps II]]
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::[[File:Skill-Virulent Quills.png|25px|Virulent Quills]] [[Virulent Quills]]
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::[[File:Skill-Deadly Shadow Cloak.png|25px|Deadly Shadow Cloak]] [[Deadly Shadow Cloak]]
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::[[File:Skill-Haunted Haze.png|25px|Haunted Haze]] [[Haunted Haze]]
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'''Speed Running''':
  
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Either [[Mercurial Demo Helm|Merc Demo set]], [[Mercurial Helm|Merc (jelly) set]], or [[Black Kat Cowl|Black Kat]], and a sword, depending on the environment.
  
ShowHide/Projects
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Always:
your projects - what items you want, what wiki code you're working on - completed or ongoing, put that data here!
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[[File:Equipment-Overcharged Mixmaster icon.png|36px]] [[Overcharged Mixmaster]]
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:[[File:Unique variant icon.png|16px|link=Unique Variant]] Attack Speed Increased: Very High
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:[[File:Unique variant icon.png|16px|link=Unique Variant]] Damage Bonus vs Construct: Medium
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[[File:Equipment-Swiftstrike Buckler icon.png|36px]] [[Swiftstrike Buckler]]
  
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[[File:Swift Steps.png|36px|Swift Steps II]] The "Swift Steps" Battle Sprite [[Perk]].
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'''Arena''':
  
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Defenses are of course variable and tend to have bomb CTR and DMG boosts. For offense, I will wield a sword, and one of the following bombs:
  
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[[File:Equipment-Shocking Salt Bomb icon.png|36px]] [[Shocking Salt Bomb]]
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:[[File:Unique variant icon.png|16px|link=Unique Variant]] Damage Bonus vs Construct: Very High
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[[File:Equipment-Venom Veiler icon.png|36px]] [[Venom Veiler]]
[http://wiki.spiralknights.com/User:Novaster/Sandbox My Sandbox]
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:[[File:Unique variant icon.png|16px|link=Unique Variant]] Charge Time Reduction: High
  
[http://wiki.spiralknights.com/Special:Contributions/Novaster My Contributions]
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If it's not a poison arena, I'll use the Venom Veiler.
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Yeah, you can see my edits in contribs - but this is more organized.
 
  
*[[Of Draco Dusk (Guild)|"Of Draco Dusk" Guild Page]].
 
*[[Theme (Guild Hall)|Themes]] and [[Environment (Guild Hall)|Environments]] - general page and pics.
 
*[[Furniture]] - pics and table templates.
 
*Many "better" versions of images for accessories and costumes in the unattached preview window - due to the UI update. Yay blueprint backgrounds! Thanks to [[User:Lithium31337]] for most of the others.
 
*Many accessory animations - especially the "overworld" of [[Aura]]s.
 
*[[Accessory]] individual page format - [http://forums.spiralknights.com/en/node/102232 forum discussion] about "Trivia+Junk" vs. "Notes."
 
*[[Costume]] and related pages - [http://forums.spiralknights.com/en/node/100365 forum discussion].
 
*[[Color Style]], individual color style pages (thanks to [[User:Trillium]] for the wonderful color style template, and [[User:Icytea]] for many of the color codes), and [[:Category:Regal-Themed|Themed Category Pages like this One]] - revamped.
 
*Many scenario/puzzle pics for [[Shroud of the Apocrea]], and many other scenario rooms.
 
*[[Confetti]]
 
*[[Prize Box]] - general edits. Thanks to [[User: Acies]] for cementing the idea across the wiki with links on pages and in templates.
 
*[[Lockbox]]
 
  
*Thanks to everyone else who does amazing work on the wiki. Volunteers rock!  
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ShowHide/Projects
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your projects - what items you want, what wiki code you're working on - completed or ongoing, put that data here!
  
{{showhide|Wiki: Image Dimensions/Frames|content =
 
I use the following frame (dimensional) parameters to consistently crop things for the wiki:
 
  
*For any of the rotating images, the field stands out on its own from interference just fine, so it doesn't need a frame to help isolate the target area for cropping.
 
  
*[[File:NovastersImages_Frame_inspectwindow.png]] - For Inspect Window shots
 
*[[File:NovastersImages_Frame_inspectwindow_body.png]] - for JUST the full '''body''' in the inspect window. This keeps dimensions consistent - place one pixel above the rank info text in the inspect window, doing your best to center it around the set itself. Remember, don't have sword/sprite/shield/gun equipped when taking a pic of a costume set (have shield for other sets?).
 
  
*[[File:NovastersImages_Frame_overworld.png]] - For Overworld full body shots (these fit into the below image in a row of 3)
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*[[File:NovastersImages_Frame_overworldandinspectwindow.png]] - For Overworld+Inspect visualization
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[[User:Novaster/Projects|Project List]]
  
*[[File:NovastersImages_Frame_Furniturelist.png]] - for taking pics of smaller furnitures
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[[User:Novaster/Sandbox|My Sandbox]]
  
Remember to keep it floating, fellow image croppers~!
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[[Special:Contributions/Novaster|My Contributions]]
  
REMOVE THE FRAME for most wiki images, as the frame isn't part of the game. It just keeps dimensions consistent.
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[http://wiki.spiralknights.com/index.php?title=Special%3AWhatLinksHere&limit=500&target=File%3AImage+Wanted.png&namespace=0 Wanted Images]
 
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{{showhide|Wiki: APNGtest|content =
 
{{showhide|Wiki: APNGtest|content =
*[[File:Aura Animation Dreadful overworld moving.gif]] [[File:NovasterSandbox_test_APNG_1.png]] (left: gif, right: APNG)
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*[[File:Aura Animation Dreadful overworld moving.gif]] [[File:NovasterSandbox_test_APNG_1.png]] <br>(left: gif, right: APNG)
*[[File:NovasterSandbox_test_APNG_2.png]] [[File:Soaked Aura-Unattached.png]] (left: captured w/ Bandicam, right: with FRAPS, both APNG).
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*[[File:NovasterSandbox_test_APNG_2.png]] [[File:Soaked Aura-Unattached.png]] <br> (left: captured w/ Bandicam, right: with FRAPS, both APNG).
  
 
*These should look worse on the left, better on the right. Size is not a factor in quality comparison here.
 
*These should look worse on the left, better on the right. Size is not a factor in quality comparison here.
 
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{{showhide|Wiki: Images: Wayward|content =
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{{showhide|Wiki: Wayward Files|content =
*These images amuse and appear useful to me, but don't really have a formal/official place on the wiki as of yet.  
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These images amuse and appear useful to me, but don't really have a formal/official place on the wiki as of yet.
  
 
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*[[File:Accessory_perspectives_HeadbandANDguards.png]] <br> Many players make earmuffs or headphones using the headband and helm guards.  
*[[Image:Accessory_perspectives_HeadbandANDguards.png]] Many players make earmuffs or headphones using the headband and helm guards.  
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*[[File:Accessory_perspectives_HeadbandANDcomunit.png]] <br> The headband can make the Com Unit look like a more complex piece of equipment.
*[[Image:Accessory_perspectives_HeadbandANDcomunit.png]] The headband can make the Com Unit look like a more complex piece of equipment.
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*[[File:Accessory_combinations_helmguard_and_maedate.png]] <br> This looks a bit like a [[Shogun Helmet]], or a [[Storm Warrior Helm]].
*[[Image:Accessory_combinations_helmguard_and_maedate.png]] This looks a bit like a [[Shogun Helmet]], or a [[Storm Warrior Helm]].
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*[[File:Accessory_perspecives_GamefacesASeyes.png]] <br> If a helmet doens't have eyes, the '''gameface''' might be able to give that helm some personality.
*[[Image:Accessory_perspecives_GamefacesASeyes.png]] If a helmet doens't have eyes, the '''gameface''' might be able to give that helm some personality.
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*[[File:UsedArtistically_Glasses_divine.png]]<br> Image by User:DemiDagaz  
*[[Image:UsedArtistically_Glasses_divine.png]] Image by: DemiDagaz  
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*[[File:Accessory_combinations_helmguard_and_ventedvisor.png]] <br> These seem to fit together! (Regal Vented Visor + '''Regal Helm Guards''').
*[[Image:Accessory_combinations_helmguard_and_ventedvisor.png]] These seem to fit together! (Regal Vented Visor + '''Regal Helm Guards''').
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*[[File:Accessory_perspectives_triple.plume.png]] <br> Players can put plumes on Tailed Helms, leading to something like this...
*[[File:Accessory_perspectives_triple.plume.png]] Players can put plumes on Tailed Helms, leading to something like this...
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*[[File:Accessory_perspectives_ribbonsASleaves.png]] <br> Sometimes ribbons can look like leaves.
*[[Image:Accessory_perspectives_ribbonsASleaves.png]] Sometimes ribbons can look like leaves.
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{{showhide|Wiki: Images: Icons |content =
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{{Showhide|Wiki: Project Pride|content =  
*[[Image:Battle Sprite-Drakon-T1-icon.png]]
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These are the projects of which I am most proud. Of course, these could not be completed without the help of many users (listed on my user page under the Social tab). Wiki editing is a group effort. I only claim to be a catalyst for improvement.
*[[Image:Battle Sprite-Drakon-T2-icon.png]]
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*Cleaning: Interface, navigation help, and format organization. The same types of information in the same places = our goal.
*[[Image:Battle Sprite-Drakon-T3-icon.png]]
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*File uploads (so many, they make my head spin).
 
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*[[Template:GearList/doc|GearList project]] and [[:Category:Armor providing only Normal defense|associated categories]] for bulk effect searches involving all gear types.
*[[Image:Battle Sprite-Maskeraith-T1-icon.png]]
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*[[Template:DoRSource]], Calendars, and [[News]] around everywhere they're relevant. Massive user appreciation, especially for new/returning users who are confused by Spiral Knights item availability and SK history.
*[[Image:Battle Sprite-Maskeraith-T2-icon.png]]
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*[[Prize Box]] and individual Prize Box pages. [http://forums.spiralknights.com/en/node/110909#comment-1004784 Hey look, user feedback that I didn't ask for before doing the project!]
*[[Image:Battle Sprite-Maskeraith-T3-icon.png]]
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*The [[:Category:Gate Maps|Gate Map]] project. Helps new and old users alike to know which level(s) they're getting into and jump right in to aid their fellows.
 
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*The entire [[Mission]] page system, and all the associated subpages involving rewards and Basil.  
*[[Image:Battle Sprite-Seraphynx-T1-icon.png]]
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*[[Template:Sword/Acquisition/doc|Acquisition system]]. Simple visual cues with the most desired information immediately visible. This includes that huge material page fix we all endeavored to fix after the BS update...years...later. Better late than never!
*[[Image:Battle Sprite-Seraphynx-T2-icon.png]]
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*[[Image:Battle Sprite-Seraphynx-T3-icon.png]]
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*[[Image:Battle Sprite-Seraphynx (Black Kat)-T1-icon.png]]
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*[[Image:Battle Sprite-Seraphynx (Black Kat)-T2-icon.png]]
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*[[Image:Battle Sprite-Seraphynx (Black Kat)-T3-icon.png]]
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*[[Image:Battle Sprite-Drakon (Gun Pup)-T1-icon.png]]
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*[[Image:Battle Sprite-Drakon (Gun Pup)-T2-icon.png]]
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*[[Image:Battle Sprite-Drakon (Gun Pup)-T3-icon.png]]
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Image:SKuserNovaster.png|My old profile image.
 
Image:SKuserNovaster.png|My old profile image.
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Image:Accessory Perspectives BoltedVeesAsHorns.png|Bolted vee as horns.
 
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Latest revision as of 07:04, 5 July 2016

I have retired from editing permanently.

I simply do not have the time - my contributions of late have been carved from days that realistically have no moments left to give. Put simply, editing is no longer fun for me, because I cannot give the work the love it needs to flourish anymore. It is a cause of stress, of hollow duty. It has been years, and it is time to step back from this hobby. Many say this decision is long overdue - but I lingered for as long as my spirit would allow. How did I know when to retire? When edits consistently granted me no joy. They were definitely the last grains to fall, ever so slowly, in an hourglass I once thought was infinite.

I prefer to see editing done by those who have the passion and the time. This was a difficult decision to make, but one I feel is best for the future - both mine and of any editors who will evolve with Spiral Knights and its wiki. Just as I did, they will abide by consistencies they agree upon while coasting on the winds of change.

Enjoy playing this wonderful game,
--Novaster 01:40, 12 March 2016 (UTC)


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Novaster's typical appearance.
  Name: Novaster
Date of Crash: 06 April 2012
Rank: Prestige Badge-45k-Ultramarine.png Vanguard
Guild: <Of Draco Dusk>
Profession: Bomber, Guild Master, Explorer, Wiki Editor
Motto: You can find that information on the Wiki.
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