RuneScape:Frequently asked questions

Here's some frequently asked questions about the RuneScape Wiki or wikis in general. We can't think of every question people will have so feel free to ask any questions on this article's talk page by clicking on the discussion button at the top of this article or by clicking here.

What is a wiki?
A wiki is a website that anyone can edit. Most wikis are open to the general public without the need to register any user account, like this wiki. For more information on wikis, check out Wikipedia's wiki article.

A wiki? For RuneScape?
Yup. Everything on this site (or wiki) is entirely RuneScape related. We've got skill guides, quest walkthroughs, general guides, and much more. And the best thing is anyone can edit, including you! You don't even have to register to edit!

Can't I just go on Wikipedia?
While Wikipedia has a RuneScape article, they are very limited as to what they can add. Here, basically anything goes. Wikipedia's RuneScape article is also designed so any reader can learn about the game, whereas this wiki is more for players.

Can I make articles about players?
Articles about players are not allowed. Sorry, but these articles are often targets for vandalism (e.g. "this player sucks!"). Also, players might not know there's an article about them on a site anyone can edit, causing them to be concerned about what people are adding about them. So it's best to not make articles about players.

I found an article about a player. What now?
You can either contact an administrator and ask them to delete the page, post on the forums about the article, or redirect the page to an article.

How do I edit?
Help:Editing is a good place to start. If you still need help, ask an administrator or other experienced user or post on the forums.

What is Wikia?
Wikia are wiki communities creating free content with the MediaWiki software. These are hosted for free by Wikia, Inc., the company which runs the project. Anyone is free to start a new Wikia in accordance with the creation policy and terms of use.

Wikia was founded by Angela Beesley and Jimmy Wales, originally under the name "Wikicities", in October 2004. It celebrated its first birthday on November 2, 2005. Wikicities relaunched as "Wikia" in March 2006.