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It is time, it is… THE FINAL COUNTDOWN! Well as you are all aware, I can write an essay on things like this very easily… and I intend too. 12 was the first Apprentice to join the Initiative, and to this day still has the highest quality interview, giving detailed answers for every question. It lasted 4 – 5 hours in-between the massive responses and us disconnecting frequently, but it was eventually finished. Passing that interview with such ease set the standard for his future as an Apprentice, clearly making a good start to the Apprentice Program, he only continued to flourish. He quickly got involved with revamping large articles, no messing around with small tasks. This came as a surprise to me, I had not expected such good work so suddenly. As time progressed, they got bigger and bigger faster than I anticipated, and with each passing task, the quality increased, I soon realised that there was going to be little for me to correct with each assignment. He is a very fast learner, faster than me, and his work here seemed to come instinctively to him, knowing exactly what to do with few too no questions or guidance from me. By around Rank 6, my work was practically done and all that remained for me was to review his assignments, and update the Progress Log and Pigeon Coop accordingly. His revamps are of the highest calibre, and his writing skills are marvellous and among the best we have here. Remaining dedicated to the Wiki always, whether he was working on a project of his own, or an assignment, his activity was exceptional, and helped to promote several articles to GA and FA status. As some of you may be aware, he has also earned the position as Chief Editor of the WikiProject Memories: Absolute Symbiosis, a monumental feat at the mere Rank of 7, after doing small revamps on every single page listed in the Project. His understanding of the Policies and MoS is also decent, he knows the rules well, and follows them. His knowledge of the Assassin’s Creed universe is also fair, as he has played all of the main instalments, read the ACB novel, played part of Bloodlines and Project Legacy, and watched Lineage and Ascendance. To summarise this point, his editing skills are brilliant, and well above what is expected of a Staff member. On to his community skills and socialness. No joke, no lie, no doubt; he is one of the nicest people here. He never starts arguments or insults other people, and is always polite to everyone; rank has no relevance. As you are all aware, 100% friendly users are not something we have an abundance of here, there’s no denying that. Now although most people who do tend to be a bit on the “harsh” or “mean” side usually only give it to people who deserve it, no one can argue that a user who can keep calm and kind at all times would not be a great asset to this Wiki. Whether on the IRC or Wiki, if a user requests his assistance, it is given. To conclude, he’s been a member here since late 2010, and has accumulated over 1 900 contributions. He’s completed the Apprenticeship, and waited very patiently for this day. It’s been a pleasure to mentor and work with him, and the small fact that he was capable of tolerating my ego, argumentative, and sometimes cruel and cold nature is a clear indicator that he is ready. It is time he got rewarded for his efforts.
Small side note… all “TL;DR” comments will be counted as an automatic Yay vote. ;)
-- 'R BlaiddDdraig Enter... THE SCARY DOOR 12:18, November 8, 2011 (UTC)
Yay
- There are so many reasons as to why I'm voting "Yay" for 12, when I came here, he treated me with kindness, didn't judge and was laid back (in an internet sort of way). I'm on almost, every single day and every single hour I can be on and during those periods, I've seen 12 be kind and generous to his peers, anons and higher-uppers. Though, there are some things he can improve upon, such as some wording difficulties BUT that's about it, it troubled me to think of one but I found one at least. I'm not saying he's perfect, nobody is, we all have flaws. Now, onto his work. They were done well, one flaw I had found among them was image placement, not a big deal, some articles you had revamped had pictures abit "out of place" but I cannot really judge your work since, well, I had some flaws in mine (don't nit-pick). Overall, it was well done, some of your work could've used some quotes but that's very, very, very minor. He's helped me many times when I needed it, he was with me all the way through my Apprenticeship and I'm sure he was with alot of the others. He's the Chief Editor of WikiProject: Memories and has revamped alot of articles to a GA Standard and even one to an FA Standard. If it wasn't for him, I wouldn't be in the position I am at the moment, I can't begin to make it up to him, this is not a Thank you, this not a gift, this is the truth. If 12 doesn't make it then surely I don't deserve a spot on this Staff, 12 was a great asset to the Apprentice Initiative and I'm absolutely positive he will live up to expectations and make a great Staff member, you must not deny him this opportunity. After all, he put up with Blaidd, he earned it. Good luck 12, you'll be a great asset to the Wiki Staff. It's a Yay from this St0ryTeller, Good luck my broseph... --Teller Words, On my Screen :O 12:26, November 8, 2011 (UTC)
- ...I don't have nearly as much to say as the two of you up there, but here's my part. Since very early on, I've seen 12 as an exceptional apprentice, actively and consistently contributing to the articles, and visiting frequently. I've also noticed him catch and appropriately revert poor or vandalizing edits on several occassions. Good editor, good contributor; the ranks could really use him. =GuardDog 12:39, November 8, 2011 (UTC)
- I suppose I have to keep votes in uniform with the other nominations... "As nominator." -- 'R BlaiddDdraig Enter... THE SCARY DOOR 12:43, November 8, 2011 (UTC)
- This really is a no-brainer for me. From the moment I joined, 12 has been my bro – A great source of conversation, advice and constructive criticism. He was always a benchmark for me as an Apprentice, and still remains so, even if I am of a technically higher rank than this godsend of a man, at the moment. This was a long time coming, and 12 deserves this position way more than I do. His editing is wonderful, his social attitude is insanely good, and his general awesomeness really just clinches it for me. If I had to choose my favourite Apprentice ever, 12 would be the prime candidate, (No offense to the rest of you, you're all awesome). I could go on for hours, but I will leave it here, I think. Good luck to you Twelve – To quote something that has happened a lot on the IRC over the 6 or so months I've been here, Elchzard brohugs Subject 12. Hope to see you right here beside me very soon indeed. :) Elchzard (Talking is fun) 22:07, November 8, 2011 (UTC)
- --Jasca Ducato Council Chamber Assassination record 01:06, November 9, 2011 (UTC)
- Although I have had a more than substantial absence, one thing I am certain of is 12's dedication to the wiki. Before I left, 12 was early to impress me with excellent quality edits, his patient, humble and civil attitude towards both staff and general users alike as well as a library of other assets. Eager to do his bit and then some. I see that nothing has changed since I've been gone, all he's done is continue to exceed expectations and grow into a user more than worthy of this nomination. So it's a definite YAY from me. Great editor, great guy! *Bows head* You are a great asset to this wonderful little community of ours 12. (Also send me the deets of your avatar preferance, so I can prep the awesome XD) -- ☘ Sikksta ☘ ➜ ☎Talk☎ 01:39, November 9, 2011 (UTC)
- Just like Jasca up above, nothing really for me to say that everyone else hasn't already. Well done, 12, you've earned it. -- Rayne Message 01:42, November 9, 2011 (UTC)
- Guess this what happens when we vote after most of the Staff are done, Rayne. --Vatsa (talk • Gentek) 03:07, November 9, 2011 (UTC)
- I'm not one for speeches so, yes. Good luck out there. --Jack WallsinFamous 09:20, November 9, 2011 (UTC)
- I don't feel like talking, but yeah, you earned it. -- Master Sima Yi 13:31, November 9, 2011 (UTC)
Nay
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