FAQ

Welcome to the Spooky Month AU Wiki's FAQ! Here is where common/frequently asked questions are answered for curious or beginning users.

## Common Word Definitions

### What is 'canon'?

**Canon** means the same thing as official. It is information that is stated or shown in the original media, and can easily be verified.

For example, it is canon that Lila works as an architect, John smokes frequently, and that Kevin works at Candy Club.

#### Word of God

**Word of God** refers to when the creator confirms something *outside* of the original media, but it has yet to be explicitly stated or shown. It is widely accepted as canon.

For example, it is canon that Kevin would date anyone , that John is Robert's uncle , and that Susie's favourite demon is Sallos.

#### Word of Saint Paul

Similarly, **Word of Saint Paul** refers to when people with a significant role in the series (e.g. voice actors) confirms something *outside* of the original media, but it has yet to be explicitly stated or shown. Sr Pelo has mentioned that the voice actors own half of the character they are playing so it is widely accepted as canon. However, some people do not consider this as canon material because it is out of the creator's hands.

Some examples include Dexter being transgender (non-binary) , and that Sad Guy is in his 40's.

### What is 'fanon'?

**Fanon** (portmanteau of the words *fan* and *canon*) are ideas that the fandom largely accepts as canon (either for fun, to an extent, or seriously). It is information that is not explicitly stated or shown, but makes sense, and is not denied by the creator; it also may be something that is easily assumed from canon material.

Some fanon ideas include: Roy is transgender, Patty has scarring around her mouth, and Ignacio enjoys gardening.

### What is a 'headcanon'?

**Headcanons** are ideas that are uniquely valid in a person's mind about a character/s or setting (either for fun, to an extent, or seriously). It is information that may have little to no basis in canon facts and/or is not widely accepted by the fandom.

For example, it is the admin's headcanon that Richard is wasian, Carmen has ADHD, and Roy dislikes most seafood.

### What is an 'AU'?

An **AU** is an abbreviation for "**Alternate Universe**", but it is sometimes referred as **alternative timeline** or **alternative reality**. An AU brings a setting that is separate from canon material of the original media; it is typically a "what-if" scenario that where the plot takes a different route, or a switch of roles between two or more characters.

## I don't see the \_\_\_\_ AU here, can I add it?

Yes! Before you do, make sure to read the rules and guidelines and consider if the AU is appropriate to add in.

If the AU belongs to someone else, you are allowed to add it **with their permission**. If the author explicitly expresses not to add their work to the wiki, respect it.

## I have a Crossover AU that uses the same media as someone else; can I still add mine?

**If it is different in terms of character design, character relationships, and/or story**, you *should* be okay to add it.

By adding your AU, you acknowledge the other person's AU and respect its existence.

You are welcome to ask the admin for confirmation, though.

## Reference List

1. ↑ https://twitter.com/\_SrPelo\_/status/1443225270085996547
2. ↑ https://twitter.com/\_SrPelo\_/status/1623165968280178689?s=20&t=ZopTIeaDlqE3nrsKxzzfAw
3. ↑ https://twitter.com/\_SrPelo\_/status/1670497106841174016
4. ↑ https://twitter.com/metamensa/status/1608150102291390464
5. ↑ https://twitter.com/SmuggedUp/status/1491276836185473027?s=20