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Archives

• Archive 1 - 29 June, 2005 to 28 May, 2006
• Archive 2 - 30 May, 2006 to 4 July, 2006
• Archive 3 - 7 July, 2006 to 4 September, 2006

JPD's RfA

Thanks, Darth Vader, for your support at my RfA, which finished with a tally of 94/1/0. I hope I live up to the confidence you have shown in me in my activities as an administrator. JPD (talk) 16:28, 5 September 2006 (UTC)

Chess

Thank you for participating in my game of chess. The game was won by black. A new game has started at User:GW_Simulations/Chess/Game 2 if you are interested in participating. GW_Simulations - 10:53, 9 September 2006 (UTC)

September Esperanza Newsletter

Program Feature: Barnstar Brigade Here in Wikipedia there are hundreds of wikipedians whose work and efforts go unappreciated. One occasionally comes across editors who have thousands of good edits, but because they may not get around as much as others, their contributions and hard work often go unnoticed. As Esperanzians we can help to make people feel appreciated, be it by some kind words or the awarding of a Barnstar. This is where the Barnstar Brigade comes in. The object of this program is to seek out the people which deserve a Barnstar, and help them feel appreciated. With your help, we can recognize more dedicated editors! What's New? September elections are upon us! Anyone wishing to be a part of the Advisory Council may list themselves as a candidate from 18 September until 24 September, with the voting taking place from 25 September to 30 September. Those who wish to help with the election staff should also list themselves! Appreciation Week, a program currently in development, now has its own subpage! Share your good ideas on how to make it awesome there! The Esperanza front page has been redesigned! Many thanks to all who worked hard on it. Many thanks to MiszaBot, courtesy of Misza13, for delivering the newsletter.

The last AC meeting (full log) The proposals page has been updated, with some proposals being archived. Since the program in development Appretiaion week is getting lots of good ideas, it now has its own subpage. The September 2006 Council elections will open for nominations on 18 September 2006. The voting will run from 25 September 2006 until 30 September 2006. If you wish to be a candidate or a member of the elections staff, please list yourself! The new Esperanza front page design has but put up - many thanks to all who worked on it! TangoTango has written a script for a bot that will list new members of Esperanza, which will help those who welcome new Esperanzains greatly! Signed... Natalya, Banes, Celestianpower, EWS23, FireFox, Freakofnurture, and Titoxd 04:04, 18 September 2006 (UTC)

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RfA thanks

Hey DarthVader. Thank you for supporting my recent RfA. It finished with an amazing final tally of 160/4/1. I really appreciate your support. Cheers, Sarah Ewart (Talk) 21:25, 21 September 2006 (UTC)

I like

I like this chart of yours. I had been thinking it would be nice to have a chart showing all RfAs chronologically (instead of separating the passes from the fails, as we do now) and your chart is close to what I imagined. Probably too much work to maintain though. Did you skip many RfAs in May/June/July, or is that a complete list? Anyway, nice chart :). NoSeptember 00:34, 24 September 2006 (UTC)

RfA

Hi DarthVader - there is not an iota of doubt in my mind about your capability for adminship and capacity to pull more support, but allow me to suggest that you withdraw for now. This is because I think (1) you should respect present concerns of objectors - you'd pull more support but that would create a situation in which you may hit 60-70%, which is not enough. (2) This will enable you to immediately start working for the future and minimize any heartburn. Whatever your thoughts, know that I support your wholeheartedly. I'm saddened by the situation but hopeful for the next 3 months. Go for another RfA in Jan '07. Rama's arrow 16:27, 6 October 2006 (UTC)

Hi. I've only just seen your RfA and want to say that, although I feel unable to stick my neck out on your behalf, I will be looking out for you in the future and (on the basis of what I've seen so far) I will be inclined to support you if you re-apply at a later date. Deb 16:01, 7 October 2006 (UTC)

Ultimate Wikdown of Pedia Destiny

Congrats!

Congrats DarthVader. You have been a participant in The Ultimate Wikdown of Pedia Destiny, as Darth Vader. What a coincidence..

DarknessLord | T | C 00:02, 16 October 2006 (UTC)

Thank you for supporting my RfA

Thank you for your support in my RfA, which passed with a final tally of (56/0/2). It was great to see so much kind support from such competent editors and administrators as commented on my RfA. I know I have much reading to do before I'll feel comfortable enough to use some of the more powerful admin tools, so I'll get right to it. Again, thanks; └ OzLawyer / talk ┐ 13:35, 2 November 2006 (UTC)

Deon555's RfA

Thank you for your support on my RFA, which closed successfully yesterday with a result of (18/16/8). I'd like to let you know that I won't be running for adminship again, until I am nominated, rather than nominating myself again. Thanks for your support, Deon. — Deon555talkReview 22:56, 2 November 2006 (UTC)

Thank you...

...for your support of my recent RfA. If I can ever be of any help to you, do not hesitate to ask. i can use my new buttons or just look at an article, whatever (although I shan't be using them for the Dark Side). youngamerican (ahoy hoy) 18:07, 3 November 2006 (UTC)

note, my message is not meant to be part of this blue box. It has been an issue on other pages, but I'm stumped. youngamerican (ahoy hoy) 18:08, 3 November 2006 (UTC)

November Esperanza Newsletter

Program Feature: Admin Coaching (needs coaches!) Admin Coaching needs coaches!!! If you are an administrator, or even a generally experienced user, do consider signing up to be a coach. Admin Coaching, now being coordinated by HighwayCello, is a program for people who want help learning some of the more subtle aspects of Wikipedia policy and culture. People are matched with experienced users who are willing to offer coaching. The program is designed for people who have figured out the basics of editing articles; they're not newcomers any more, but they might want some help in learning new roles. In this way, Esperanza would help keep hope alive for Wikipedia because we would always be grooming the next generation of admins. What's New? The Tutorial Drive is a new Esperanza program! In an effort to make complicated processes on Wikipedia easier for everyone, Esperanza working to create and compile a list of tutorials about processes here on Wikipedia. Consider writing one! A discussion on how Esperanza relates to the encyclopedia has been started; please add your thoughts. Many thanks to MiszaBot, courtesy of Misza13, for delivering the newsletter.

The last AC meeting (full log) The list of proposed programs has been updated, with some proposals being archived. There is now a new program: the Tutorial Drive! Consider writing a tutorial on something you are good at doing on Wikipedia. The suggestion of adding a cohesive look to all the Esperanza pages is being considered; join the discussion if you are interested! In order to make a useful interlanguage welcome template, those involved in translation projects will be asked what English Wikipedia policies are most important and confusing to editors coming from other language Wikipedias. A discussion of Esperanza's role in Wikipedia is being held, with all thoughts of all Esperanzians wanted! Shreshth91 informed everyone that he will be leaving the Esperanza council as life is rather busy; his spot will be filled by the runner up from the last election, HighwayCello. Signed... Natalya, Banes, Celestianpower, EWS23, FireFox, The Halo, Shreshth91 and HighwayCello 20:33, 1 November 2006 (UTC)

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RfA thanks

Thank you for participating in my RfA discussion! I appreciate you contributing your voice to the debate and its outcome. I hope how I wield the mop makes you proud. Thanks!

— Saxifrage

RfA thanks

Hi Darth, and thanks for your participation at the recent RfA, which did not succeed. For those of you who expressed their support, your kind words and your trust are sincerely appreciated. For those who were opposed --especially those who offered their constructive criticism-- please accept this message as assurance that equally sincere efforts, aimed at enhancing the quality and accuracy of representations within the Wikipedia, will continue. Striving for improved collaboration and consensus will also continue, with all of your insights in mind, while applying NPOV ideals as fairly and reasonably as possible. Ombudsman 04:44, 8 November 2006 (UTC)

RfA Thanks

		Mike's RfA Thanks
		DarthVader: Thanks very much for your support at my RfA. Unfortunately, it was clear that no consensus was going to be reached, and I have withdrawn the request at a final tally of 31/17/4. Regardless, I really appreciate your confidence in me. Despite the failure, rest assured that I will continue to edit Wikipedia as before. If all goes well, I think that I will re-apply in January or February. - Mike | Talk 04:34, 13 November 2006 (UTC)

Wikipedia:Requests for arbitration/Konstable

Hello,

An Arbitration case in which you commented has been opened: Wikipedia:Requests for arbitration/Konstable. Please add any evidence you may wish the arbitrators to consider to the evidence sub-page, Wikipedia:Requests for arbitration/Konstable/Evidence. You may also contribute to the case on the workshop sub-page, Wikipedia:Requests for arbitration/Konstable/Workshop.

On behalf of the Arbitration Committee, --Srikeit ^{(Talk | Email)} 05:51, 15 November 2006 (UTC)

RfA thanks

I would like to express my appreciation of the time you spent considering my successful RfA. Thankyou Gnangarra 13:05, 26 November 2006 (UTC)

Your input is requested

Your input would be appreciated at this Request for Comments. Kelly Martin (talk) 17:02, 6 December 2006 (UTC)

Requests for Checkuser Clerkship

I'm pleased to announce that you are being invited to take a position as a Checkuser clerk; if you are still interested, please drop me a note on my talk page. It would also be helpful to list yourself as an active clerk, read over the documentation, and add the relevant pages to your watchlist. If you are an IRC user, you may join us in #wikipedia-checkuser-clerks. If you have questions about clerkship, you can ask User:Daniel.Bryant, our Head Clerk. Essjay (Talk) 04:08, 11 December 2006 (UTC)

Concordia Newsletter

NEWSLETTER

Concordia is currently trying to relaunch. I, and all the members of the ex-council, wish to welcome new members to the group. We are a group who aim to promote remaining civil, in an environment where messages can easily be interpretated wrongly.

Help out now!

• Try and help people remain civil! Talk to them, and help them in any way possible. Do not be afraid to use the talk page.
• Give people the Civility Barnstar.
• Make and spread some Wikitokens so people know there are people to help if they want assistance.
• Add banners or logos to your userpage to show your support.
• Suggest some ideas! Add 'em to the talk page.

We are a community, so can only work though community contributions and support. It's the helping that counts.

Decision Making

The council expired one month ago, but due to the current position of the group the current council will remain until the position of the group can be assessed, and whether it would be sensible to keep Concordia going. For most decisions, however, it will be decided by all who choose to partake in discussions. I am trying to relaunch because of the vast amounts of new members we have received, demonstrating that the aims are supported.

If you wish to opt of of further talk-page communications, just let us know here.

- Ian¹³/t 20:29, 13 December 2006 (UTC). Kindly delivered by MiszaBot.

Admiral Ozzel

Thankyou lord vader for the aid, if you have any idea on how to ask for a check user please advise me, my limited wikiexperience prevents me from doing so.Marshalbannana 01:43, 14 December 2006 (UTC)

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!

Happy Birthday DarthVader! · AndonicO ^Talk

I wish you a Happy Birthday! I hope you have a magnificent day! You are a year older now, enjoy it! · AndonicO Talk

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Sorry, something went wrong with my template; I'll try to fix it. | AndonicO ^{Talk | Sign Here} 00:46, 15 December 2006 (UTC)

There we go. | AndonicO ^{Talk | Sign Here} 00:51, 15 December 2006 (UTC)

A Happy Birthday From Randfan

Dear {{subst:BASEPAGENAME}}, The Wikipedia Birthday Committee, myself, and Bearly541 wish you a very happy birthday! Enjoy your special day. Hooray! --Randfan please talk talk to me!

This guy is your personal B-day red panda! Congrats for being one year older and staying with Wikipedia this long. Much too many people create new accounts, do a few minor edits, and just quit. Happy B-day! —¡Randfan! {{subst:CURRENTTIME}}, {{subst:CURRENTDAY}} {{subst:CURRENTMONTHNAME}} {{subst:CURRENTYEAR}} (UTC); _{so how does it feel? :)}

Happy b-day! Hope it's a good one! Cheers!:) —Randfan!! {{subst:CURRENTTIME}}, {{subst:CURRENTDAY}} {{subst:CURRENTMONTHNAME}} {{subst:CURRENTYEAR}} (UTC)

Happy Birthday, DarthVader! Wishing you a very happy birthday and an awesome upcoming year! Don't forget to save us all a piece of cake! Best regards from the Birthday Committee and myself! --lovelaughterlife♥talk? 21:30, 16 December 2006 (UTC)

Sorry it's belated! Somehow I missed the 15th?

Rfa Thanks

Thank you for participating in my RfA. I decided to end it; more time is needed, and I probably need a bit more experience. From here, I think I'll look at community discussion, AfD and the like. I will try to improve in the areas of concern, and thanks to everyone who supplied feedback. -- Selmo (talk) 06:19, 17 December 2006 (UTC)

Wikipedia:Requests for checkuser/Clerks

Hey there. I was wondering when you are going to take on board more checkuser clerks - after all, there are five inactive checkuser clerks at the moment (e) and there are seven standby users at present.

We are all extremely enthusiastic to participate as Clerks and to assist Wikipedia even further.

Please reply on my talk page.
Cheers and regards,

Anthonycfc (talk • email • tools) 16:06, Wednesday December 27 2006 (UTC)

Thanks

Hey thanks for getting those Diffs on the CheckUser, I kept putting it off cause I was so swamped with other Wiki Stuff, well yeah, thanks you saved me a whole heap of work. --Sharz 13:44, 30 December 2006 (UTC)

A very Californian RfA thanks from Luna Santin

Thanks for your support in my not-so-recent RfA, which succeeded with a final tally of (97/4/4)! I've never been able to accept compliments gracefully, and the heavy support from this outstanding community left me at a complete loss for words -- so, a very belated thank you for all of your kind words. I have done and will continue to do the utmost to serve the community in this new capacity, wherever it may take me, and to set an example others might wish to follow in. With a little luck and a lot of advice, this may be enough. Maybe someday the enwiki admins of the future will look back and say, "Yeah, that guy was an admin." Hopefully then they don't start talking about the explosive ArbComm case I got tied into and oh what a drama that was, but we'll see, won't we? Surely some of you have seen me in action by now; with that in mind, I openly invite and welcome any feedback here or here -- help me become the best editor and sysop I can be. Again, thank you. –Luna Santin

And now we're both RfCU clerks -- small world, after all, eh? ;) Luna Santin 12:29, 13 January 2007 (UTC)

Color blind assist

I noticed that you are included in Color blind Wikipedians. Would you feel comfortable looking at {{User University of Miami}} to give an opinion on readability? Thanks. --NThurston 17:46, 1 February 2007 (UTC)

Image:1915 Dance by Rodchenko.jpg

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Kiwi Camara re-nominated for deletion

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Perth Meetup Notification

	Perth Meetup Next: 3 December 2023 (watch) Last: 22 July 2023 Other events: WikiClubWest events were suspended due to COVID-19; future events may or may not be subject to restrictions.
See also: Australian events listed at Wikimedia.org.au (or on Facebook)

• You are invited to a meetup of Western Australian Wikipedians on the 19th August 2007 in the tearooms of Tranby House. Please sign on the Wikipedia:Meetup/Perth/3 if you are able to attend. you recieved this message as your account has been active during May, June 2007 and your user page is listed in the Category:Wikipedians in Western Australia Gnangarra 03:16, 27 June 2007 (UTC)

Request for undeletion - Varya Akulova

The article Varya Akulova was deleted as a hoax as part of a general consensus. However, Varya Akulova's case is genuine, and she was recently the subject of a programme in Discovery Channel's My Shocking Story documentary series. The website was even featured on the documentary.

— Sasuke Sarutobi 16:44, 21 July 2007 (UTC)

Personal information

I have deleted some personal information relating to me from the history of this page and your third archive after the incident with User:H. No other information has been removed, I hope you don't mind. Thanks, James086^{Talk | Email} 23:55, 1 August 2007 (UTC)

WP:CVU status

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Reminder

Wikipedia:Meetup/Perth/3 is next sunday 19th August, if you haven't already please sign on the meetup page if your coming, if your still unsure indicate anyway so I can confirm numbers with the venue thankyou Gnangarra 00:40, 12 August 2007 (UTC)

Featured List of the Day Experiment

There have been a series of proposals to initiate a Featured List of the Day on the main page. Numerous proposals have been put forth. After the third one failed, I audited all WP:FL's in order to begin an experiment in my own user space that will hopefully get it going. Today, it commences at WP:LOTD. Afterwards I created my experimental page, a new proposal was set forth to do a featured list that is strikingly similar to my own which is to do a user page experimental featured list, but no format has been confirmed and mechanism set in place. I continue to be willing to do the experiment myself and with this posting it commences. Please submit any list that you would like to have considered for list of the day in the month of January 2008 by the end of this month to WP:LOTD and its subpages. You may submit multiple lists for consideration.--TonyTheTiger (t/c/bio/WP:LOTD) 01:06, 16 November 2007 (UTC)

Happy Birthday

• FROM YOUR FRIEND:

--  ThinkBlue  (Hit BLUE) 01:16, 15 December 2007 (UTC)

Hungry? Here's a little snack for you on your birthday, from the Wikipedia Birthday Committee! Have a great day, DarthVader!

 Idontknow610  (WANNA TALK??) 09:32, 15 December 2007 (UTC)

WP:LOTD

Congratulations! A list you have been involved with was selected a WP:LOTD for May. You may want to add the {{ListoftheDayheader}} or {{ListoftheDaylayout}} templates somewhere in your userspace. Other template options are at User:TonyTheTiger/List of the Day/templates. Your list will appear as WP:LOTD twice. If you have any date preferences in May let me know by April 25th.--TonyTheTiger (t/c/bio/WP:CHICAGO/WP:LOTD) 19:07, 23 April 2008 (UTC)

Happy Birthday!!

Happy Birthday, DarthVader, from the Wikipedia Birthday Committee! Have a great day!

Willking1979 (talk) 22:15, 15 December 2008 (UTC)

work on shadow peach motors

I Got a job for you go to halifax and construct shadow peach motors User:TowTruck —Preceding undated comment added 06:38, 23 May 2009 (UTC).

Happy Birthday!

File:18th Birthday.jpg

Hey, DarthVader. Just stopping by to wish you a Happy Birthday from the Wikipedia Birthday Committee! Have a great day!-- MisterWiki talk contribs 02:54, 15 December 2009 (UTC)

Unreferenced BLPs

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Reviewer granted

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Nomination of The ABC of Sex Education for Trainables for deletion

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Science lovers wanted!

Science lovers wanted!

Hi! I'm serving as the wikipedian-in-residence at the Smithsonian Institution Archives until June! One of my goals as resident, is to work with Wikipedians and staff to improve content on Wikipedia about people who have collections held in the Archives - most of these are scientists who held roles within the Smithsonian and/or federal government. I thought you might like to participate since you are interested in the sciences! Sign up to participate here and dive into articles needing expansion and creation on our to-do list. Feel free to make a request for images or materials at the request page, and of course, if you share your successes at the outcomes page you will receive the SIA barnstar! Thanks for your interest, and I look forward to your participation! Sarah (talk) 19:55, 16 April 2012 (UTC)

RfC: New helper policy

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ArbCom elections are now open!

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Happy Birthday

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Fair Use in Australia discussion

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Happy birthday!

I think it's awesome that your username is DarthVader, and I think it's doubly awesome that Star Wars: The Last Jedi is opening on your birthday. What a birthday! Warm regards, Mz7 (talk) 11:03, 15 December 2017 (UTC)

Happy Birthday!

Wishing DarthVader a very happy birthday on behalf of the Birthday Committee!   CAPTAIN RAJU^(T) 10:09, 15 December 2021 (UTC)