Wikipedia talk:WikiProject Final Fantasy/Archive/13

message: Scanning my watchlist this morning (which is really all I have time to do anymore, sorry yall :( ) I see that User:Sparky-sama has gone around to every Final Fantasy-related page and changed the given transliteration from the Japanese names for the titles from Fantaji to Fantazii.  I know transliteration can sometimes be a subjective thing, but I figure there was probably a reason "Fantaji" was picked.  Just wanted to give yall a heads-up so you can decide what to do.  :) Sorry I'm not around more, I just don't have the time I used to, but I hit my watchlist a few times a day and fix what I find there... RaCha'ar 14:34, 2 May 2006 (UTC)
replies: text: Thanks for the heads up. It's definitely supposed to be Fantajī. Ryu Kaze 15:03, 2 May 2006 (UTC)
replies: text: Alright, I've reverted the changes and left a message on Sparky's page. Thanks again, RaCha'ar. Ryu Kaze 15:28, 2 May 2006 (UTC)
replies: text: You're welcome. :) RaCha'ar 17:38, 3 May 2006 (UTC)

text: It's actually supposed to be "zii."  "Ji" is just an Amreican spelling of it.  It's one of those things about the Japanese language that's wierd.  "Sh" is supposed to be "Si," "Ch" is supposed to be "Ti," "Ts" is supposed to be "Tu".  If you need an example its "konnitii-wa," not "konnichiwa."  There are some others, but I forget what they are.  I've taken a semester of Japanese, so I know what I'm talking about. There is no "j," "ch," "sh," or "ts" sound on a Japanese mora chart.  Crazyswordsman 18:23, 2 May 2006 (UTC)
replies: text: I don't doubt you. But why is "Fainaru Fantajī" the more accepted spelling? (Fainaru Fantajī gets 17,400 google hits versus one hit for Fainaru Fantazii.) --JiFish(Talk/Contrib) 18:32, 2 May 2006 (UTC)
replies: text: The katakana form of the title uses a character most often represented in the latin alphabet with the ji spelling. Ji is a perfectly valid transliteration, actually, and the most common one. If this were romaji we'd be using sy or zi; anything that conveyed the Japanese sound with latin characters. Ryu Kaze 21:48, 2 May 2006 (UTC)
replies: text: Wikipedia uses a modified Hepburn, so if you've been taught that, I'm sorry but this is what Wikipedia uses. urutapu 22:54, 2 May 2006 (UTC)
replies: text: Urutapu's right. Hepburn romanization is used on Wikipedia; the Kunrei-shiki form would use zi and is the de jure form for Japan, but the de facto form used in Japan is the Revised Hepburn, and so it's the one recognized here. It's the one used most of the time for good reason too. Look at the term "SOLDIER" from FFVII. In katakana, that's ソルジャー. If we were to romanize that under one of the systems, and chose Hepburn, we'd get SORUJYĀ. Under Kunrei-shiki we'd get SORUZYĀ. While I personally am not a big fan of the idea of following any of the romaji systems to the letter -- simply because we end up with instances like this, geting SORUJYĀ and Fantajī instead of SORUJYĀ and Fantazī -- I do think Hepburn is the better of the two. I personally just follow the concept of romaji: representing Japanese sounds with latin characters. The only system I follow is what I call "The one that actually simulates the Japanese sounds," in which case I'd still get SORUJYĀ and Fantazī, but people are more comfortable with standardized systems than they are standardized concepts, so we're stuck with Fantajī, despite how it's pronounced (just listen to this Dirge of Cerberus trailer for instance; zī is the sound used, but that is not how it would be transliterated based on the Hepburn system). We all know what it's saying anyway, and I imagine most people would too. Ryu Kaze 23:47, 2 May 2006 (UTC)
replies: text: And, to go off your example, it would be "sorujā" (not "sorujyā") according to Manual of Style (Japan-related articles). (^_^) --日本穣 Nihonjoe 00:10, 3 May 2006 (UTC)
replies: text: Yes, you're right. Thank you. Forgot that I was looking at the little ya. Ryu Kaze 01:59, 3 May 2006 (UTC)
thread_title: Transliteration

message: Should we merge them? with other pages? Crazyswordsman 23:39, 7 May 2006 (UTC)
replies: text: Yes, we should. Angelo's not notable enough to have his own page even if his article wasn't a stub, and the Ultimecia page has been merged into the List of Final Fantasy VIII characters twice now, only for Ceptizzy to un-merge it both times, and by unilateral decision. He was actually approached the last time about offering reasoning for un-merging it, but he never elected to discuss it with any of us. Therefore, on principle alone, it should be re-merged. I'm going to merge them both right now. Ryu Kaze 23:45, 7 May 2006 (UTC)
replies: text: Alright, it's done. Someone had taken most of the valuable information out of Ultimecia's section on the List of Final Fantasy VIII characters page, so perhaps that led to the un-merging of Ultimecia's article. Who knows. Anyway, I've restored the valuable info to Ultimecia's section, but worded it a lot better, and have re-merged the articles. I've also tossed Angelo in there. Ryu Kaze 00:06, 8 May 2006 (UTC)
thread_title: [[Angelo (Final Fantasy VIII)|Angelo]] and [[Ultimecia]] have pages

message: Seeing the Mythology of Final Fantasy X and List of Final Fantasy VII terms articles made me want to start a similar project for (obviously) Final Fantasy VI.  However, I do not want to start it unless someone seconds the idea. Crazyswordsman 04:55, 8 May 2006 (UTC)
replies: text: I really like the idea, I even thought during the FFVI peer review that it would be good to put information about mythical elements of the game, but at that time there were no articles particularly reserved for this. Now that it has been done for FFX, why not for FFVI? If we can make a coherent article with all the necessary references with NPOV problem, I'd like it.--DarkEvil 22:56, 8 May 2006 (UTC)
replies: text: I've gotten started on it.  You can view its progress here.  Feel free to edit it. Crazyswordsman 23:35, 8 May 2006 (UTC)
thread_title:  An idea I came up with 

message: I don't know if I should put a heading just for this one, but it's a great way to catch your attention. It's just a little problem, not that big really. First, could someone please confirm the romanization we should use on wikipedia for this one: ファイナルフファイナルファンタジーV マンボ-de-チョコボV マンボ-de-チョコボ, if I'm not mistaken and if Urutapu is not mistaken, it should be Fainaru Fantajī V: Manbo -de- Chocobo. And, I would like to know, if an album has never been released in english, would you still put the album name translated in english as the name of the album at the top of the article, or would you follow the original in Japanese. It's because I changed from Mambo de Chocobo (english equivalent) to ファイナルフファイナルファンタジーV マンボ-de-チョコボV マンボ-de-チョコボ(Fainaru Fantajī V: Manbo -de- Chocobo) since this was only released under this name, but Urutapu changed it back to Final Fantasy V: Mambo de Chocobo with explanation: "read the Romanization rules. And it's obviously Mambo de Chocobo...dear God, I even put a literal Romanization in the nihongo template...". I don't want to question his way, I just want someone else's point of view on the matter, being which name should be used for an album unreleased in english.--DarkEvil 23:07, 8 May 2006 (UTC)
replies: text: Well, the Romanization part was the about the fact you kept reverting it to "Fantajii" and not "Fantajī".  And I just find the fact it's "Mambo" so glaringly obvious--"manbo" is a perfect transliteration, and well...just look at the cover.  And a piano arrangement of "Mambo de Chocobo" is on Piano Collections FINAL FANTASY V.  The first printing of the Piano Collections albums included the matching sheet music, and sometimes English names as well; see the first page of the "Mambo de Chocobo" arrangement. —urutapu 13:35, 12 May 2006 (UTC)
replies: text: Oh, ok that's good. I know about the romanization part, I just followed your comment later and checked to see that you were right about double vowels being written as ī for ii and ē for ee, etc. So the romanization part is ok, I understand my mistake. I too find it obvious that's it's mambo, not only obvious but certain, it's just that I didn't know if we should put the english name when the album was never officially translated. Maybe we could mention that although the litteral translation would be Mambo de Chocobo, the album was never officially released under an english name.--DarkEvil 21:50, 12 May 2006 (UTC)
thread_title:  Final Fantasy V Manbo de Chocobo 

message: Hey, guys. I thought I'd let anyone who didn't know that Square Enix's pre-E3 show has ended, and they've now announced that not just Final Fantasy XIII is in production for the PS3, but also that a sequel to it is in production (also for the PS3) and that a prequel is in production (for mobile phones). Furthermore, they've offered new info on the GBA versions of Final Fantasy V and VI (though apparently not much), the remake of Final Fantasy III for the Dual Screen (it's coming to the west), and they even had the first real trailer of Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII. There's also another mobile game called "Dirge of Cerberus: Lost Episode" in production. Fasten your seat belts people; looks like we're in for a wild ride for the next few years. Ryu Kaze 23:59, 8 May 2006 (UTC)
replies: text: You forgot to mention that Seiken Densetsu 4 ("Dawn of Mana") was unveiled as well, heh.  In my opinion, this and FFXIII are the two most important things at the demo. Crazyswordsman 00:24, 9 May 2006 (UTC)
replies: text: Thanks for pointing that out. I honestly didn't pay attention to anything other than the Final Fantasy announcements. XD There was also word on a Dragon Quest Heroes: Rocket Slime game for anyone who's interested in that. Ryu Kaze 00:29, 9 May 2006 (UTC)
replies: text: Looks like there's also going to be two new Final Fantasy: Crystal Chronicles titles: Ring of Fates for the DS and The Crystal Bearers for the Wii. Ryu Kaze 01:11, 9 May 2006 (UTC)
replies: text: Ah, also a Dragon Quest Swords: The Masked Queen and the Tower of Mirrors game. Ryu Kaze 02:26, 10 May 2006 (UTC)
thread_title: Polymorphic content reigns supreme: ''[[Final Fantasy XIII]]'' unveiled

message: Basically, for those (like me) who don't follow the news, a bit of weird news - Wikibooks is now suddenly saying "please no more C&VG guides, and if you have any here, please take them away". Wikibooks game guides are apparently slowly being transwikied to StrategyWiki. FF7 wikibook got transwikied yesterday (well, apart of templates, a couple of subpages, and images, I hope they will follow).
So what else can I say - prepare for some linkfixing if you have any references to Wikibooks guides... --wwwwolf (barks/growls) 12:29, 9 May 2006 (UTC)
replies: text: This has actually been coming for a long time. I did try to warn people some months ago. Strategy guides aren't textbooks and will be removed from wikibooks in the future. (The jokebook was removed at around the same time.) Another possible transwiki location is the Final Fantasy Wiki. --JiFish(Talk/Contrib) 12:31, 9 May 2006 (UTC)
replies: text:  Yep, just that, as the post above says, I'm not following much news. =) But the point is, the transwikiing is happening right now and the changes will be needed very soon, so people, please stay sharp. --wwwwolf (barks/growls) 13:08, 9 May 2006 (UTC)
replies: text:  Aye, Aye. :) --JiFish(Talk/Contrib) 13:10, 9 May 2006 (UTC)

text:  I actually have desgins for an FFVI walkthrough on the FF Wiki once I get done with the FFVI bestiary over there.  You're more than welcome to move that there.  Crazyswordsman 14:05, 9 May 2006 (UTC)

text: You can transwiki that to my wiki too if you'd like.  Since my knowledge on the nuts and bolts of FFX is really bad compared to that of FFIV or FFVI, and the only people who edit FFX pages there are fanboys who can't write properly, the addition is necessary. Crazyswordsman 01:44, 10 May 2006 (UTC)
replies: text: Will do! Is it the Wikicities FF Wiki ? Renmiri 14:54, 10 May 2006 (UTC)
thread_title: Wikibooks turns their back...

message: Issue 204 that is. Supposedly (on page 76) there's supposed to be "confirmation" of a FFVII remake, despite SE having said nothing about it during their pre-E3 show. I've seen a couple of people claim this, and since I'm not wanting to make a trip tonight just to buy a magazine that I probably wouldn't otherwise want, I'm taking the lazy, cost-effective route and seeing if any of you guys have it and can tell me if there's any such statement. Even if there is, though, it's obviously a lie. A Japanese game developer is not going to have a group of North American journalists announce  something like that for them when they could do it themselves a few days later at the biggest game show in the world.
Thanks in advance to anyone who can answer this. Ryu Kaze 00:03, 10 May 2006 (UTC)
replies: text: This source states that EGM's interview on the the remake says it is not likely as long as Final Fantasy XIII is the next title on PlayStation 3. ~ Hibana 00:56, 10 May 2006 (UTC)
replies: text: Thanks Hibana, but that was from last September/October. Issue 196, I believe. I think the people who wrote what I read were lying because EGM would totally have that all over their website if they were the only ones to have that kind of information. Thanks again for the attempt. Ryu Kaze 01:13, 10 May 2006 (UTC)
replies: text: If it is true, I'll have to begin gnawing my legs off, heh. Crazyswordsman 01:38, 10 May 2006 (UTC)
replies: text: If it's not true, I'd suggest merging the Final Fantasy VII technical demo article into Final Fantasy VII under a header, like "PlayStation 3 technical demo." It was introduced at E3 last year, it's kind of old news, and it's just a video clip; why not make it more accessable anyway? ~ Hibana 01:45, 10 May 2006 (UTC)
replies: text: Agreed, Hibana. By the way, CS, I wouldn't worry about losing your legs anytime soon. Ryu Kaze 02:17, 10 May 2006 (UTC)
thread_title: Anyone got the latest issue of ''[[Electronic Gaming Monthly]]''?

message: I just added a cleanup tag and a WPFF:Review tag to this article in an effort to attract some attention to some of the outstanding issues I see on it. I wanted to leave a note here as well as the review and to-do pages too (hope that's okay!).  Please pop over to the talk page to have a look at my comments on it, and offer your opinions if you have a minute to look over the article.  If you don't play FFXI I'd really like you to look to give an objective opinion on some of the things.  Thanks guys :) -RaCha'ar 16:38, 11 May 2006 (UTC)
thread_title: [[List of Final Fantasy XI characters]]

message: Does anyone think that the creation of this might have been slightly premature? It's being advertised as but an additional chapter within Dirge of Cerberus' narrative. It may not prove to be very long at all and may really belong on the Dirge of Cerberus page.
The only reason I really bring it up is that I believe in proper categorization and don't see much use in these Dirge pages being spread out unless Lost Episode is as long as Before Crisis, which it doesn't look like it's going to be. I know Wikipedia's not a crystal ball and all that, but since it's only being advertised as a small sidestory taking place within the timeframe of Dirge of Cerberus, I don't really think we should treat it as though it's a major title to itself. Do I have a valid point here or am I just being too much of a mergist today? Ryu Kaze 13:26, 12 May 2006 (UTC)
thread_title: Concerning ''[[Dirge of Cerberus: Lost Episode -Final Fantasy VII-]]''

message: Terminology of Final Fantasy VI page version 1.0.  More stuff will be added when I get more ideas in my head.  Help me by adding ideas of your own. Crazyswordsman 16:17, 15 May 2006 (UTC)
thread_title:  And so it is here. 

message: Hey guys, I'm back (hopefully for good)! I'm hoping to improve FFIX in the style of FFX, and if you want to help a bit, feel free, but I'd like to come back with a bang during the next week or two :) — Deckiller 19:08, 16 May 2006 (UTC)
replies: text: Welcome back! Now stay, damn you. Ryu Kaze 23:41, 16 May 2006 (UTC)

text: Long time no see, welcome back. I am also back like I was before (at least one year ago), so the articles should advance if we don't slack off!--DarkEvil 18:01, 22 May 2006 (UTC)
thread_title: Deckiller's back

message: Hey guys. I just thought I'd let you all know that after the 26th, I'm not going to be here, probably at all. See, I'm getting offered more money to teach an extra class this fall, and well... we could really use the money. XD My wife and I live with her parents, and I use her brother's secondhand computer. I'm going to take a vacation at the first of the month (probably spending more money there than we should, but, hell, we could both use the vacation while the Summer's still on), and when I come back, I'm going to be focused on getting ready for this fall, and spending what's left of the Summer with my family.
I just wanted to tell you guys in advance that it's been a pleasure -- and an honor -- to work with you all, and that I've been very proud of what we've achieved (*looks at the tons of Good Articles, all the references that've been added to pages, and our beloved Final Fantasy X Featured Article*). I'll try to stop by whenever I really have a chance. I'm going to be avoiding the internet for the most part, though, just to make sure I allocate my time where it's most important: with my family. This hobby has been very fun, and I know I've not been here all that long, but I hope I've made an impact and helped you guys in your quest. It really is your quest, because all of you -- well, except Flooch, I guess -- have been here longer than me.
I'd also like to thank all of you for how welcoming you were. I was joining somebody else's party when I came in here, but you guys have always treated me like I was here from the start. I haven't gotten to know all of you, but I count all of you as comrades. That said, some of you have certainly had a huge impact on me, and I want to thank you all for it (including those of you who are no longer present):
*Renmiri — No offense intended to anybody else, but, Ren, you're probably my nearest and dearest here. I've had a lot of great discussions with you and you've always made an effort to share your FFX media with me and have included me in so many things outside of Wikipedia. You also have always been eager to learn whatever I could teach you about Final Fantasy X and X-2, and, hey, for an actual teacher, that's very validating and I appreciate it. You're also the one who inspired me to do a lot of my translations, which I had a lot of fun doing and learned a lot from. You've been so nice and welcoming to me from the very start, and I just want to say thanks for everything, Ren. By the way, your inspiring essay on what Final Fantasy X meant to you struck a chord in me somehow. Maybe because of what my family means to me. Because of that, I was all the more determined that Final Fantasy X reach Featured Article status. I dedicate my edits to that page and my share in that FA achievement to you. I hope I helped make a great page for you.
*Deckiller — Tyler, Tyler, Tyler. How time has flown, huh? I learned a lot from you, and I've absolutely loved working with you, man. We turned so many pages into awesome stuff, didn't we? Final Fantasy VII, Final Fantasy VIII, Final Fantasy X, Final Fantasy X-2, Final Fantasy Magic... the list goes on. Thanks a lot for all you taught me, and for being my back-up when I needed it.
*Flooch — Flooooooch. What can I say? You've been back-up when I needed it too. Though we haven't always agreed on things, I always knew that when I hit a dead-end when trying to fix up a page, the gears in your head would still be turning and everything would suddenly click. Thanks for everything.
*Hibana — You've always been a great editor, Hibana. Wherever there was a stupid edit... you were there to restore sensibility. When there was vandalism... you were there with the duct tape and glue. Where there was chaos... you brought order. Where there was... well, you get the idea... you've really been great. Another great "back-up" person, though you're more of a wild card. You come in unexpectedly, gracefully... gently even... entering like a dove, but striking like a tidal wave (yeah, that's the [bad?] English teacher in me talking XD). It's been a pleasure. By the way, I'm counting on you to stem the tide of "Tifa has brown eyes, black hair, and unnaturally large boobs" edits. XD
*Mirlen — Mirlen, you've been real nice to me, and I want you to be aware that I appreciate it. You designed me the most kick-ass userpage and talk page on Wikipedia, and I absolutely love it. Thank you so much for being such a nice person. You're totally awesome.
*Seancdaug — I respect how you carried yourself while you were here. Your presence has been missed, I assure you. You taught me a lot in how to strive for quality here, and were the one who inspired me to add all those references a while back (every story-related FFX and FFVII page got references, in case you're wondering what I mean). Not sure if they've been vandaled out or not on some pages... I've been afraid to look at the character pages lately... don't want to get obsessed and frustrated. Anyway, thanks for all of that, Sean. I dedicate all my "added references" edits to you.
*PiccoloNamek — It's appropriate that I mention you last, man, because you were the one who inspired me to join Wikipedia because of your Spira page (which looks soon to be renamed "List of locations in Spira" or "List of Final Fantasy X locations"). I absolutely loved the page and hoped to be able to contribute something of that quality to the FFWikiProject. I hope I've not disappointed. You also inspired me to understand that I don't have to take the editing too seriously, which was a good lesson. I hate that it was a difficult one for you to impart to me because of how difficult it was for you to learn it yourself, and though it was something you taught to me indirectly, I appreciate it all the same. Good luck with the future, man.
*Everybody else — Thanks for the comraderie, the advice, assistance, and support. It's been an honor to be part of your project.
In time, I'm sure you guys will forget me a little, but I'd like to ask one favor. Okay, three. Please look after my userpage for me (XD), the Final Fantasy X article, and the Mythology of Final Fantasy X/Spira article(s). Ok, a fourth thing: PLEASE, for the love of all that is good, get rid of any Final Fantasy VII remake rumor edits that show up (like this one). The last thing the world needs is people running around saying "It's on Wikipedia, so it must be true!" even in the face of "Square Enix has said it won't be happening anytime soon!" and common sense.
Anyway, thanks again to everyone, and good luck to you with the future of this project, and all your futures. Ryu Kaze 03:38, 17 May 2006 (UTC)
replies: text: Goodbye.  Thanks for all the support you've given me with my articles.  I'm going to need a new mentor now, heh. Crazyswordsman 12:18, 17 May 2006 (UTC)
replies: text: See you, CS. You're welcome man, and good luck with all your future work. I'm glad to have been able to mentor you. XD Ryu Kaze 13:39, 17 May 2006 (UTC)

text: Ahhh, Wikipedia won't be the same for me without you. I wish you well in your real life! Buzz me on my talk page if you'd ever like to chat! ~ Flooch 12:43, 17 May 2006 (UTC)
replies: text: Thanks a lot, Flooch. ^_^ I'll try to stop by sometime. Ryu Kaze 13:39, 17 May 2006 (UTC)

text: I am going to miss your exceptional level of work and amazing energy so much :( I hope we can use your wonderful contribs as a mental boost and a very solid foundation. Thanks a lot for all the contribs and kind words, Mr. Sinclair! — Deckiller 21:29, 18 May 2006 (UTC)
replies: text: You're very welcome, Tyler, and thanks a lot for everything from you, as well. Take care, man. Ryu Kaze 02:20, 20 May 2006 (UTC)

text: Geez, I didn't even realize this was here until today. Ehhh, you'll be back eventually, once things in your life settle down. :) We've had others leave and return before. Anyway, thanks for everything. Helping us with the FFX feature before you leave is like giving our project a new life (Materia combo: Final Attack + Phoenix). Take care, Ryu. ~ Hibana 21:37, 18 May 2006 (UTC)
replies: text: If I was able to help out that much, then I'm very glad to have done so. ^_^ If time and opportunity permits it, I will return, but for now, this might be it. :( Instead of "goodbye," let's leave it at "good journey" then. Thanks again for everything, and good jorney to you. Ryu Kaze 02:20, 20 May 2006 (UTC)

text: Awww.. As everyone says above, we will all miss you a lot, me included. You just taught me so much! And not just about Final Fantasy canon ;-)  But it is for a really good cause, family and real life come first, so I won't complain much. Don't worry, I will  take care of your user page like I take care of the Blitzball page (just joking Flooch!) and the other pages we worked will also be taken care off. Do keep in touch if you can, if only to remember old editing war stories  Renmiri 03:38, 19 May 2006 (UTC)
replies: text: I'll try, Ren, and thanks for offering to look after those things. ^_^ I'm real glad to have helped you out, and I appreciate all you gave me too. I'll try to keep in touch. Ryu Kaze 02:20, 20 May 2006 (UTC)

text: I will miss you, although we don't know each other a lot because I just recently came back for real (I was one of the original members of the project and worked really a lot during months but I left one day nearly without notice). After all, you along with others are responsible for our first main series featured article and you put references to a lot of articles and I know this was not easy, and I don't know exactly the full scale of your work, but I promise to try to compensate in wait for your return.--DarkEvil 18:23, 22 May 2006 (UTC)
replies: text: Thanks for the kind words and the promise. I appreciate it. Ryu Kaze 19:11, 25 May 2006 (UTC)
thread_title: Departing soon