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I'm Jorrel Fraajic (also known as Jacob in the "real" world). I'm 17 and in college. Obviously I enjoy Star Wars ('tis why I'm here), and it branches into multiple different aspects of everyday life. Video games, reading, Wookieepedia, modding, LEGOs... yeah, pretty much.
Related to the Wook, I'm a fairly competent user (or so I've been told). I am one of the users granted rollback (vandals, beware!). I frequent IRC a lot, mainly because I like to stay in the know. Admin of Wookieepedia's QDB, due to my additions - the current admins got tired of adding the quotes I kept submitting, so they let me do it myself. Apparently, Wookieepedia has also furthered my higher education; in August 2006, I took a placement test for college and received a 78 point grade in writing. Later, in January 2008, I took the writing portion again; this time I earned a 99 point grade, which allowed me to skip two classes. Thing is, between the first and second testings, I took no formal writing/English course; I merely edited here, making my one GA and three FAs. Coincidence? I think not.
As for the rest of me, well... hmm. I like to work with computers a lot, both programming and troubleshooting. I enjoy making (or thinking of making) realistic models of Star Wars vehicles with LEGOs. I've always wanted to write a fanfic about my character, but it really hasn't gone too far. Work at a golf course part-time as cashier
And, well, that's pretty much it.
About the name
Nothing too flashy, really. I just needed a cool Star-Wars-y name for my KOTOR character waaaaay back in 2006 (or not so way back. The story is cooler that way, though), and I was playing with different letter combinations. Eventually, I came up with Jorrel Fraajic, which is actually just a deviation from my RL name (Jacob = Jorrel, Frantik = Fraajic). Pronunciation? Jorr-L Frah-zhick (the j is pronounced like a sharper sh, hence the zh).
And no, the name originally had nothing to do with me fathering Kal-El. You can use that explanation if you'd like, though; I've heard it enough that I'll respond to it. In fact, at the time, I hadn't ever seen Superman (and incarnations).
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Stud
A stud was a type of monetary unit utilized from approximately 32 BBY to at least 4 ABY.[1] This type of currency was different than the Galactic standard of credits.[2]
Behind the scenes
Studs were utilized in LEGO Star Wars: The Video Game,[2] its sequel, LEGO Star Wars II: The Original Trilogy,[3] and the collection of the two in LEGO Star Wars: The Complete Saga,[4] as the items, utilized as money, collected to trade for unlockable characters, as well as to complete the game through the True Jedi Status.[4] Their appearance is based upon LEGO's 1x1x1 circular "stud" piece, from where it gets its name.
Appearances
Notes and references
Other stuff
List of non-canon and ambig canon articles I need to create
- Buzz Lightyear
- Mos Deff
- Tex from THX
- Big Boy and Big Boy (restaurant) (From here)
- Expand Tag Greenly, Bink Otauna, Manuel Both-Hanz, and Kannen.
- All of the movie posters, Finding Nemo characters, and other misc. from here
- Veiled reference to Superman (Yes, I do have a source.)
- John Edwards (source)
- Vegas (same as John Edwards)
- LEGO (In-universe), M&Ms, Clam's clan, and a bunch of Jedi cameos from here
- Unknown man (who looks like George Lucas), another Beatles article, a VW bug, the misc. droids from here
- Ta-Mara Greenly and De-Hoff Greenly
- Platform 429 and Platform 327
- Cinnamon buns, and, thus, cinnamon
- Everyone on this page.
- Flying Bantha source
- Coffee, Cream, and Salt
- Double with cheese, or, alternately, Hamburger.
RSIII ship descriptions
- "The Incom T-65 X-wing is the fighter that killed the Death Star. An almost perfect balance of speed, manueverability, and defensive shields makes this the fighter of choice for Rogue Squadron, except when the mission profile disallows it. In addition to four blaster cannons, the X-wing can carry a number of proton torpedoes. It's powered by 4 fusion thrust engines, and requires an onboard astromech droid for peak performance. "
- ―General Carlist Rieekan describing the T-65 X-wing starfighter[src]
- "One of the Rebellion's most well-armed starfighters, the B-wing, has been personally designed by Admiral Ackbar. The B-wing supports an array of weapons, including ion cannons, proton torpedo launchers, and laser cannons. Because the cockpit is surrounded by a unique gyrostabilization system, the pilot always remains stationary, even if the rest of the ship rotates during flight. "
- ―General Carlist Rieekan describing the B-wing starfighter[src]
- "The Y-wing is the workhorse of the Rebel fleet. It's not quick or flashy, but it gets the job done. The armor on this ship is extensive, and the shields will protect you from just about anything - which is good, because you won't be going anywhere fast. The Y-wing is used mainly as a bomber, because it can carry a heavy payload of missiles, torpedoes, and bombs. The other important weapon is the topside ion cannon, which, rather than destroying the target, can disable it for later capture. Our cannons have a computer assisted autofiring feature, so don't forget them in the heat of battle."
- ―General Carlist Rieekan describing the Y-wing starfighter[src]
If I'm ever nominated to be an admin...
I figured I should fill out these questions, on the rare occurance I'd be selected to become a Wookieepedia Admin.
Questions
- Why do you want to become an administrator?
- Wookieepedia is a great website, full of knowledge and information. However, due to its high profile, every day vandalism occurs. I would work to bust these vandals. I'd also like to help with standard everyday edits (as I am doing now). Plus, the additional feeling of power and respect that comes with the position isn't bad, either.
- In your opinion, what is the role of an administrator?
- An administrator should be a member of the community, who is good at solving disputes, busting vandals, expanding the Wiki, and just being an example to fellow Wookieepedians.
- In your view, do administrators hold a technical or political position?
- Both, in a way. Technical: Admins deal with everyday site needs, from moderating system affairs and making sure everything is running smoothly. Political: Sometimes an admin needs to be called in to be a moderator in disputes and arguments.
- How do feel admins should use their power/stand in comparison with other users?
- Admins should be considered as "a higher among equals". They should not make other users feel obsolete or put them down in any way, but rather halp those users struggling. An admin should use his powers only for the good of the Wiki. However, every once in a while, joking is quite fun. :-P
- Have you been in any conflicts over editing in the past or do you feel other users have caused you stress? How have you dealt with it and how will you deal with it in the future?
- No, there have not been many conflicts that I have been a part of. Sure, there are minor arguments, but nothing that isn't able to be solved with careful deliberation. Of course, there are always those articles like Stud which can annoy me.
- Of your articles or contributions to Wookieepedia, are there any with which you are particularly pleased, and why?
- Well, out of my very small list of FA creations, I must say I am most impressed with Denetrus. He took me all of one night from start to finish (not including touchup work)... MK-09, my other, quite large project is up there too, just because of how much I was able to expand. XJ-6 airspeeder and L8-L9 will also always hold a special place in my achievements, as those are the two that I started with. As for future projects, everyone I know is looking forward to the completion of Waru... everyone but me, really. There's also a bunch more I'd love to see FA'd in my list, and, once completed, I'd really appreciate them just about as much as my others. Except maybe Jefferson Starship. But that's a long story. I was also very proud of Stud, but I suppose that was not meant to be... :(
- What sysop chores do you anticipate helping with?
- I hope to help with choosing guidelines, keeping tabs on the Wook, and busting vandals, and other admin-like stuff. Plus, it's POWAH. So who wouldn't want it? :P
- How important is it for you to be involved in things such as CT, FA, and other community-centered items that involve discussion and voting?
- I patrol CT a lot, throwing in my input every once in a while... FA, not so much, me not being an Inq and all. Though, when I do actually finish an FA, I watch that page like a hawk.
- Do you think admins performing actions (I.e. deletions, blocks, etc.) for reasons not covered on policy should be sanctioned/punished? If so, how?
- Well, since I'm not quite sure of any examples, as all of our admins are great, I'd have to say no comment, at least to current staff. However, if one were to start mistreating his/her abilities, I would agree with some form of punishment - nothing as harsh as a ban, but perhaps a vote to either strip or suspend admin powers. This of course is the absolute extreme for me, as I'm sure someone'd be all over the one messing with those powers.
- What is your policy, if any, of welcoming new users? Should you welcome a new user, do you look at his/her contributions beforehand? What about anonymous IPs?
- Everyone was a new user once, so I exercise a fair degree of caution in dealing with issues that go against policies. I'd warn the offending user beforehand, and, if they listen, welcome them into the community. If the new user continues to be disruptive, I would do what must be done. Many times I do check new users' contribs, just to see how helpful (or disruptive) they've been. Anons, well, I appreciate many of their edits. However, if there is a particularly disruptive anon, I would have no problem banning them after a fair amount of warnings. If they are exceptionally troublesome, though, I do tend to get annoyed, and my entire perception of anons drops considerably, until a great edit thrown out by an anon.
- How would you react if someone undeleted an article you'd mistakenly speedied? Under what circumstances would you consider it appropriate to undelete an article mistakenly speedied by another administrator, if any, and how would you approach this task?
- If someone restored an article I'd accidentally speedied, I'd have absolutely no trouble with it. Often, I mistakenly tag a new, badly written article with the speedy tag, when it is a canon subject. I have no qualms about a user taking the tag off (with ample reasoning). As for undeleting another speedied article, I'd check to make sure it's sourced, before I undelete.
- How would you react if your user page was vandalized? Under what circumstances would you block the offender? Is there anything else that you would do in this situation?
- I wouldn't immediately block the offending user, unless he had been disruptive in the past. If he hadn't, I'd calmly ask him to stop and give him a warning. If he continued to vandalize, I would block him, after (perhaps) consulting other admins.
- Under what circumstances would you consider blocking an established user?
- If the established user becomes considerably disruptive, I would bring it up with the other admins, so a joint decision could be taken.
- If you could change any one thing about Wookieepedia, what would it be?
- The amount of vandals. I wish there could be WAY LESS! It's annoying to look through Recent Changes, only to see 10 out if 50 are devoted to vandals and reverting them.
- Would you look at a glass to be half-empty or half-full?
- Depends on how much water is in the glass ;-)
- Do you feel the current blocking policy is too restrictive, not restrictive enough, or OK as it is?
- Seeing as it's been refined over and over, I'm perfectly fine with it.
- Have you ever considered becoming a regular visitor to the Wookieepedia IRC chat?
- Already am. I'm there usually daily (except Fridays and Saturdays).
- How do you feel about people who already have some influence on other Star Wars communities (TheForce.Net, StarWars.com) trying to change policies here?
- Depends on what policies they are trying to change, why they are changing them,
- How many clones do you think fought in the Clone Wars? (Note: You are wrong no matter what answer you give.)
- Who is the most awesome Jedi of all time? (Note: The only correct answer is Kyle Katarn.)
- Kyle Katarn. Hands down. Failing that, Revan. No, wait, it's Kyle Katarn. Yeah. You can let go now, Kyle.
- Are you or have you ever been a member of the Communist Party?
No. Capitalism rules. 'Nuff said. I've actually changed my mind here. Communism really is the best way, if one were to remove the one, crucial fault of the system: The Fact That It Uses Human Beings In Its Equations (i.e., someone will always be looking to take advantage, no matter what)
- What's more important to you: consensus or policy?
- Both. Consensus is good and all, but if everyone was in consensus to start introducing fanon into real articles, I'd go by policy. Also, some policies may need reworked by consensus. I actually think they both go hand-in-hand.
- Have you had any previous leadership experience (in your community, on the web, etc.)?
- I was the editor for my schools newspaper and yearbook in 10th grade. I've also lead some other projects (SW Merchandise Wiki) here.
Whew. That was interesting. And informative. But I still have to wait 2 years... :-(
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