Guidelines:Infoboxes
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The infobox policy of Megami Tensei Wiki defines how the wiki's infobox templates should be used.
General
Infoboxes are templates designed to give a brief overview of a subject's basic information at a quick glance, which can include the subject's name(s), their image(s), and any supplemental information appropriate to the infobox's parameter fields. Infoboxes are displayed near the top of a page as one of the first things that readers will see, either in the top-right corner on PC or following the page lede on mobile. As such, infoboxes should always be at the very top of a page immediately following the header space (where notice and maintenance templates go) if there is one.
There are a number of different infobox templates for certain page types to suit their individual needs. Each of these infoboxes have their own information parameters and requirements for how they should be filled. This guideline page aims to explain these in-depth.
The most general policy for all infoboxes are that they should avoid spoilers wherever possible and should only include information relevant to the given subject. If a parameter field is non-applicable to a subject, then it should be omitted from the infobox. For example: If a character does not have a Persona, then the Persona parameter is non-applicable and should be omitted.
General Parameters
These are general parameters that can be found in all or most infobox types.
| Parameter | Explanation |
|---|---|
This changes the title or name displayed at the top of the infobox. By default, the infobox's title is the same the article title and is thus usually already covered. However, if the page name contains a discriminator, the infobox's title parameter should be used to state just the subject's name.
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This changes how the article's header title is displayed. This parameter should only be used if the page's title needs to be italicized for media titles.
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This displays the subject's Japanese title or name in the infobox. This should be the exact Japanese title used, including any stylization.
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The translation (or transliteration if a given name) of the Japanese title or name.
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For displaying the subject's Simplified Chinese title or name in the infobox. This should only be used for media and related subjects that were initially released in China. This mainly only applies to Persona 5: The Phantom X-related content.
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The translation (or transliteration if a given name) of the Chinese title or name.
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The subject's image. This field merely requires the filename, without the "File:" prefix or brackets. The image can be given a caption by adding a pipe
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This parameter encourages that a particular image file be displayed when an article is previewed in a search engine (as opposed to displaying one at random), as part of search engine optimization. This helps to prevent search engines from potentially displaying any spoilery or unrelated images. Thus, this parameter should be used if a page contains multiple images; though it is encouraged to assign one in advance.
The SEO image should generally be the same image used in the infobox, but if necessary can also be an image used elsewhere on the page. For media releases, the SEO image should be of the media's cover, its title screen, title card, or otherwise its logo. For characters, Demons, locations, equipment, etc, the SEO image should be of their initial appearance or otherwise anything not considered spoilery. |
Infoboxes
Arcana
{{Infobox Arcana
|jptitle=
|jpmean=
|image=<gallery>
</gallery>
|seoimage=
|names=
|number=
|deck=
|precedes=
|follows=
}}
This infobox is used for Arcana within the Persona series.
| Parameter | Explanation |
|---|---|
Any alternate names or spellings of the Arcana used within the Persona series. If the name differs across media, indicate using Template:Exp App. Names that are not used in any Persona media should not be added.
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The Arcana's number. If the number differs across media, indicate using Template:Exp App.
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The tarot deck that the Arcana originates from.
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The linked previous numbered Arcana, if applicable. If the previous Arcana differs across media, indicate using Template:Exp App.
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The linked subsequent numbered Arcana, if applicable. If this differs across media, indicate using Template:Exp App.
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Book
{{Infobox Book
|jptitle=
|jpmean=
|imagecover=<gallery>
</gallery>
|imagelogo=
|seoimage=
|author=
|illustrator=
|publisher=
|genre=
|published=
|isbn=
}}
The Book infobox is used for both novels and non-fiction, such as guidebooks and art books.
| Parameter | Explanation |
|---|---|
The book's author(s).
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The book's illustrator(s), if any. This can include cover illustrators and page illustrators. If the book is an art or guidebook, this can list the illustrators whose art is included in the book.
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The book's publisher(s). If a book was published by different publishers in other countries, indicate by the ISO 3166 country code between
<small></small> tags. | |
The book's genre.
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The book's release date(s) using Template:Release. If a book has had multiple releases or editions, this should be separated by release.
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Character
{{Infobox Character
|image=<gallery>
</gallery>
|seoimage=
|jpname=
|names=
|dob=
|age=
|height=
|weight=
|bloodtype=
|relative=
|school=
|occupation=
|affiliation=
|race=
|alignment=
|arcana=
|persona=
|va=
|actor=
}}
Parameters that are non-applicable to the character or whose information has never been stated should be omitted from the infobox.
| Parameter | Explanation |
|---|---|
Any alternate names or spellings of the character. If their name differs across media or series, indicate using Template:Exp App.
Because spoilers should be avoided in the infobox, this parameter is subject to some scrutiny. Names of alternate identities, fusions, or transformations involving the character should preferably be avoided, especially if those identities or forms have their own soft redirect page. | |
The character's date of birth, if known.
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The character's age, if known. If their age changes across media, indicate each age using Template:Exp App.
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The character's height, if known.
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The character's weight, if known.
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The character's bloodtype, if known.
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Any familial relatives to the character, including adopted relatives and pets. Each listed character should have their familial role labelled in parentheses between
<small></small> tags, i.e. (Mother), (Pet), (Adopted sister), etc. Include only those who appear or are explicitly mentioned in media or by developers. Unnamed relatives can also be listed if their existence is confirmed, i.e. "Unnamed father". | |
The school(s) the character is currently attending or has attended, if known.
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The character's current or past occupation, job, or career, if known.
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This refers to Races normally used to classify Demons, but in some instances also apply to non-Demon characters. If the character changes Race across games or series, list each Race on a separate line and indicate which game(s) that Race applies to using Template:Exp App. Races should be listed in alphabetical order.
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The character's current or past affiliation(s) with any named groups or organizations, if known.
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The character's associated Arcana in the Persona series, if they have one.
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The character's Persona(s) in the Persona series, if they have any. Include only signature or initial Personas.
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The character's voice actor(s), if they have any. For different voice actors across media, indicate using Template:Exp App. For voice actors in other languages, indicate by the language's ISO 639-1 code between
<small></small> tags. | |
The character's live-action actor(s), if they have any. This includes actors involved in televised live-action series and stage plays.
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Company
{{Infobox Company
|jpname=
|imagelogo=<gallery>
</gallery>
|seoimage=
|established=
|founders=
|products=
|parent=
|subsidiary=
|website=
}}
| Parameter | Explanation |
|---|---|
The date the company was established on.
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The founder(s) of the company.
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The current and/or former product(s) that the company is best known for. This should be a generalized, representative listing, especially as relevant to the Megami Tensei franchise.
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The parent company/companies that owns this company, if any.
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The subsidiary company/companies that this company owns, if any.
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The main URL(s) to the company's website(s), if any. Enter the complete URL of the website.
If the website has since gone defunct and is now being archived, such as on the Internet Archive, link to the archived website using external link markup. The archive should be indicated as such in parentheses between <small></small> tags. |
Demon
{{Infobox Demon
|image=<gallery>
</gallery>
|seoimage=
|jpname=
|names=
|origin=
|race=
|alignment=
|arcana=
|type=
|order=
|va=
}}
This infobox also extends to Personas, Shadows, and other equivalent entities. Parameters that are non-applicable to the subject should be omitted from the infobox.
| Parameter | Explanation |
|---|---|
Any alternate names or spellings of the Demon. If their name differs across media or series, indicate using Template:Exp App.
Because spoilers should be avoided in the infobox, this parameter is subject to some scrutiny. Names of alternate identities, fusions, or transformations involving the Demon should preferably be avoided, especially if those identities or forms have their own soft redirect page. | |
The Demon's, Persona's, Shadow's, etc, real-world cultural or religious origins. Out of respect to cultures and their religions, beliefs, and stories, these should never be referred to as "mythology" (as this can be dismissive to beliefs). Instead, refer to the religion itself or the culture the subject is from. For examples: Judaism, Mesopotamian culture, American pop culture.
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The Demon's Race(s). If the Demon changes Race across media, list each Race on a separate line and indicate which media that Race applies to using Template:Exp App. Races should be listed in alphabetical order.
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The Demon's Alignment. Format as Light/Dark-Law/Neutral/Chaos (i.e. Dark-Law, Light-Neutral, Neutral-Neutral, Neutral-Chaos, etc.) If the Demon's Alignment lacks a Tendency (that is, a Light/Dark component), then simply list the Alignment as-is. If the Demon changes Alignments across media, list each Alignment on a separate line and indicate which media that Alignment applies to using Template:Exp App.
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The Persona's or Shadow's Arcana in the Persona series. If the Persona/Shadow changes Arcana across media, list each Arcana on a separate line and indicate which media that Arcana applies to using Template:Exp App. Arcana should be listed in alphabetical order.
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The Demon's Order(s) in the Devil Summoner: Raidou Kuzunoha games. If the Demon changes Order between games, list each Order on a separate line and indicate which game that Order applies to using Template:Exp App. Orders should be listed in alphabetical order.
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The Demon's voice actor(s), if they have any. For different voice actors across media, use Template:Exp App. For voice actors in other languages, indicate by the language's ISO 639-1 code between
<small></small> tags. | |
The Demon's live-action actor(s), if they have any. This includes actors involved in televised live-action series and stage plays.
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Expansion
{{Infobox Expansion
|title=
|displaytitle=
|jptitle=
|jpmean=
|image=<gallery>
</gallery>
|seoimage=
|game=
|content=
|release=
|runtime=
|theme=
}}
This infobox is for significant content expansions in Megami Tensei games, such as downloadable content that add new game modes or scenarios. It is also used for limited time events in live service games and MMORPGs that add new content during a period. Parameters that are non-applicable to the expansion should be omitted from the infobox.
If the content adds a named Quest, it is advised to use Infobox Quest instead.
| Parameter | Explanation |
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The linked game title that the expansion is for.
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The content the expansion adds.
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The expansion's release date(s) using Template:Release.
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Use only for limited time events that were introduced in live service games or MMORPGs. The date range that the event originally ran for. List the dates between an em dash. For example:
January 1, 2000 – January 31, 2000. | |
If applicable, a sample demo of the expansion's opening or main music theme. Sampled themes must not exceed 30 seconds in length and should only be uploaded if they are to be actively used in the mainspace for demonstrative purposes. Uploading entire soundtracks is a major violation and may result in penalties to the uploader.
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Game
{{Infobox Game
|title=
|displaytitle=
|jptitle=
|jpmean=
|imagecover=<gallery>
</gallery>
|imagelogo=
|seoimage=
|developers=
|publishers=
|genre=
|platforms=
|release=
|theme=
}}
| Parameter | Explanation |
|---|---|
The game's logo image file.
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The company or companies who developed the game, such as Atlus.
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The company or companies who published the game, such as Atlus. If a game was published by different publishers in other countries, indicate by the ISO 3166 country code between
<small></small> tags. | |
The genre of the game, such as RPG.
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The gaming platform(s) the game has been released on.
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The game's release date(s) using Template:Release. If a game has had multiple releases, such as on different platforms, this should be separated by release.
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A sample demo of the game's opening or main music theme. Sampled themes must not exceed 30 seconds in length and should only be uploaded if they are to be actively used in the mainspace for demonstrative purposes. Uploading entire soundtracks is a major violation and may result in penalties to the uploader.
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Group
{{Infobox Group
|image=<gallery>
</gallery>
|seoimage=
|jpname=
|names=
|location=
|affiliation=
}}
This infobox is used for named groups and organizations within the Megami Tensei franchise, such as the Messian Church or Ring of Gaea.
| Parameter | Explanation |
|---|---|
Any alternate names or spellings of the group. If their name differs across media, indicate using Template:Exp App.
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The location(s) where the group is stationed, headquartered, or otherwise involved with. If their location differs across media, indicate using Template:Exp App.
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The group's current or past affiliation(s) with any other named groups or organizations. This can also include philosophies the group represents, such as an Alignment.
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Item
{{Infobox Item
|image=<gallery>
</gallery>
|seoimage=
|jpname=
|names=
|effect=
|equipment=
}}
This infobox applies to both Item Pages and Equipment Pages. Parameters that are non-applicable to the type of item should be omitted from the infobox.
| Parameter | Explanation |
|---|---|
Any alternate names or spellings of the item. If the name differs across media or series, indicate using Template:Exp App.
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The item's effect when used, activated, or its purpose. Use only for usable, passive, and quest/key items. Add a brief, general description of the item's effect. I.e. "Recovers HP", "Inflicts Fire damage", "Resale item", "Key item", etc. If the item has different effects across media, list each effect on a separate line and indicate which media that effect applies to using Template:Exp App.
More complicated descriptions and/or explanations of mechanics should be kept to the item page's Gameplay section. | |
The equipment type, if applicable. I.e. "Weapon", "Armor", "Shield", "Accessory", etc. If the equipment changes type across media, list each type on a separate line and indicate which media that type applies to using Template:Exp App.
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Location
{{Infobox Location
|image=<gallery>
</gallery>
|imagemap=<gallery>
</gallery>
|seoimage=
|jpname=
|names=
|location=
|subarea=
}}
| Parameter | Explanation |
|---|---|
Any alternate names or spellings of the location. If the name differs across media, indicate using Template:Exp App.
Because spoilers should be avoided in the infobox, this parameter is subject to some scrutiny. Names of alternate forms of the location should preferably be avoided, especially if those forms have their own soft redirect page. | |
The linked location where the area is located at, if applicable. For example: if the page is about a building or dungeon, list the immediate location it is in.
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Links to any other named locations that are located within that area, if applicable. For example: towns in a region, city districts, important buildings in a district, etc.
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Manga
{{Infobox Manga
|jptitle=
|jpmean=
|imagecover=<gallery>
</gallery>
|imagelogo=
|seoimage=
|author=
|illustrator=
|publisher=
|magazine=
|genre=
|originalrun=
|volumes=
}}
Parameters that are non-applicable to the manga should be omitted from the infobox.
| Parameter | Explanation |
|---|---|
The manga's author(s).
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The manga's illustrator(s). If the illustrator is the same as the author, there is no need to use this parameter.
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The manga's publisher(s). If a manga was published by different publishers in other countries, indicate by the ISO 3166 country code between
<small></small> tags. | |
The magazine or anthology that the manga was initially serialized in, prior to being collected into book form. This includes web and digital serializations as well. If the manga was only published in book form, omit this parameter.
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The manga's genre.
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The date range that the manga originally ran for while being serialized. List the dates between an em dash. For example:
January 1, 1990 – December 31, 2000, or as January 1, 1990 – ongoing if still ongoing. If the manga was not serialized, omit this parameter. | |
The number of volumes the manga has currently been published in. If the manga has been reprinted with a different number of volumes, separate for each edition. If the manga has not been collected into book form, or has only been published in a different format, omit this parameter.
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Movie
{{Infobox Movie
|jptitle=
|jpmean=
|imagecover=<gallery>
</gallery>
|imagelogo=
|seoimage=
|studio=
|distributor=
|licensed=
|genre=
|release=
|runtime=
}}
| Parameter | Explanation |
|---|---|
The studio(s) involved in the making of the movie.
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The movie's distributor(s). If a movie was distributed by other companies in other countries, indicate by the ISO 3166 country code between
<small></small> tags. | |
The movie's licensee(s). If a movie was licensed by other companies in other countries, indicate by the ISO 3166 country code between
<small></small> tags. If a license for a movie has since expired or been lost, accompany the country code with "Expired" in parentheses. | |
The movie's genre.
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The original theatrical release date(s) of the movie using Template:Release.
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The runtime duration of the movie. This should be the original runtime without any cuts.
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OVA
{{Infobox OVA
|jptitle=
|jpmean=
|imagecover=<gallery>
</gallery>
|imagelogo=
|seoimage=
|studio=
|licensed=
|genre=
|release=
|episodes=
}}
| Parameter | Explanation |
|---|---|
The studio(s) involved in the making of the OVA.
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The OVA's licensee(s). If an OVA was licensed by other companies in other countries, indicate by the ISO 3166 country code between
<small></small> tags. If a license for an OVA has since expired or been lost, accompany the country code with "Expired" in parentheses. | |
The OVA's genre.
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The release date(s) of the OVA using Template:Release.
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The number of episodes in the OVA series, if a multi-episode series. If the OVA only consists of one self-contained episode, omit this parameter.
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The runtime duration of the OVA, if a single episode. This should be the original runtime without any cuts. If the OVA is a multi-episode series, omit this parameter.
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Person
{{Infobox Person
|image=<gallery>
</gallery>
|seoimage=
|jpname=
|birthdate=
|birthplace=
|deathdate=
|names=
|nationality=
|occupation=
|yearsactive=
|knownfor=
}}
This infobox is used for real-life persons involved with the Megami Tensei franchise, including development staff, actors, artists, writers, promoters, etc.
Out of respect for the person's privacy, do not include information that has not been publicly released or preferred to be kept private. Parameters that are non-applicable to the person should be omitted from the infobox.
| Parameter | Explanation |
|---|---|
The person's birthdate, if known.
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The person's birthplace, if known.
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If the person has passed away, the date of their death.
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The person's other names, including pseudonyms or nicknames, if any. If there is a name that the person no longer wishes to be referred to by, that name must not be added to the infobox or used anywhere else in the article.
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The person's nationality.
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The person's occupation or career.
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The date range that the person was active for while working their principle occupation, with a company, or while involved with the Megami Tensei franchise. List the dates between an em dash. For example:
January 1, 1990 – December 31, 2000, or as 1990 – present if still active. | |
A brief, general list of which occupations or notable works that the person is best known for. I.e. series producer, series composer, media title artist, voice actor, etc.
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Quest
{{Infobox Quest
|jpname=
|jpmean=
|image=
|seoimage=
|location=
|giver=
|reward=
|previous=
|next=
|release=
}}
This infobox is used for named Quests in Megami Tensei games, namely those that are listed in an in-game quest log. This includes main and side quests.
| Parameter | Explanation |
|---|---|
The linked location where the Quest can be received, if applicable.
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The linked name of the character who gives the Quest, if applicable.
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The Quest's available rewards upon completion.
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If another Quest precedes this Quest, link to it by name here.
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If another Quest follows this Quest, link to it by name here.
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If the Quest is downloadable content, the Quest's release date(s) using Template:Release.
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Skill
{{Infobox Skill
|image=<gallery>
</gallery>
|seoimage=
|jpname=
|names=
|damage=
|attribute=
|effect=
}}
| Parameter | Explanation |
|---|---|
Any alternate names or spellings of the skill. If the name differs across media or series, indicate using Template:Exp App.
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The skill's damage type, i.e. "Physical" or "Magical". If the skill does not directly inflict damage, omit this parameter.
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The skill's associated elemental Attribute, i.e. Physical, Gun, Fire, Ice, Support, etc. This should reflect the Attribute as it is referred to as in-game. If the Attribute changes across games, indicate using Template:Exp App.
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A brief, general description of the skill's effect. I.e. "Damage-dealing skill", "Chance of inflicting Charm", "Increases attack stats", etc. If the skill has different effects across media, list each effect on a separate line and indicate which media that effect applies to using Template:Exp App.
More complicated descriptions and/or explanations of mechanics should be kept to the skill page's Gameplay sections. |
Sound
{{Infobox Sound
|image=<gallery>
</gallery>
|seoimage=
|jptitle=
|publishers=
|tracks=
|length=
|release=
|catalog=
}}
This infobox is used for music soundtracks, audio drama CDs, and other types of audio recordings that have a track listing.
| Parameter | Explanation |
|---|---|
The recording's publisher(s). If a recording was published by different publishers in other countries, indicate by the ISO 3166 country code between
<small></small> tags. | |
The total number of tracks in the recording's release.
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The length of the recording. If the recording is released as multiple discs, indicate each disc's length on a separate line.
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The recording's release date(s) using Template:Release.
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The recording's catalog number. If the recording is released as multiple discs, indicate each disc's number on a separate line. If the recording has been re-released under a different catalog number, separate for each release.
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TV Series
{{Infobox TV Series
|jptitle=
|jpmean=
|imagecover=<gallery>
</gallery>
|imagelogo=
|seoimage=
|studio=
|licensed=
|network=
|genre=
|originalrun=
|episodes=
}}
This infobox is used for televised and streamed series, including anime and live-action series. For OVAs, which are direct-to-video releases, use Infobox OVA instead.
| Parameter | Explanation |
|---|---|
The studio(s) involved in the making of the series.
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The series's licensee(s). If a series was licensed by other companies in other countries, indicate by the ISO 3166 country code between
<small></small> tags. If a license for a series has since expired or been lost, accompany the country code with "Expired" in parentheses. | |
The television network or streaming service that the series was broadcast on. If a series was broadcast on other networks/services in other countries, indicate by the ISO 3166 country code between
<small></small> tags. | |
The series's genre.
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The date range that the series originally ran for. List the dates between an em dash. For example:
January 1, 1990 – December 31, 2000, or as January 1, 1990 – ongoing if still ongoing. | |
The number of episodes in the series.
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Website
{{Infobox Website
|imagepage=<gallery>
</gallery>
|jpname=
|imagelogo=
|seoimage=
|url=
|languages=
|founders=
|webmaster=
|release=
|status=
}}
| Parameter | Explanation |
|---|---|
The main URL to the website, if any. Enter the complete URL of the website.
If the website has since gone defunct and is now being archived, such as on the Internet Archive, link to the archived website using external link markup. The archive should be indicated as such in parentheses between <small></small> tags. | |
The available language(s) that the website is in.
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The founder(s) of the website, if known.
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The webmaster(s), who maintains or hosts the website, if known.
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The date that the website was founded on and/or launched to the public, if known.
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The current status of the website. Use "Active" or "Inactive since (date)" if now defunct.
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