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Welcome to Wikipedia!!! First of all, I would like to thank you for visiting Wikipedia and my personal page. I'm a native speaker of English, and love reading fantasy books; may I introduce some to you? The Dragonlance series, Shannara series, and Animorphs are my favourites. Anyway, I hope that Wikipedia will become an even better encyclopedia than it is already.

I just came back from a very long Wikibreak; so I just want to let you Wikipedians know that somewhere out there, I'm still alive. That means you're free to ask me any questions, or contact me about anything (and everything). I'm still open for coaching, so send me a message if you need a coach. If you want someone else for whatever reason, look here. I'm only free on weekends though, so I won't be able to respond to your messages that quickly. And my autograph page is still up and running, so don't hesitate to add your siggie in there! And I have a couple (only a couple, I'm afraid...I'm too lazy to make more =)) of cards that I've made featured here; take a look! Well, that's all I guess. Cheers and a happy new year to you! Zacharycrimsonwolf 08:29, 17 January 2009 (UTC)

Edit: I am no longer active on Wikipedia (as a User, at least) so I'm afraid I can't answer questions from anyone - I suggest that you try looking for an active User around the site if you really need help. When all else fails, moderators, admins, even the Community Portal on your left will work. See you around!

Stuff you might find interesting

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Fomitopsis quercina
Fomitopsis quercina is a species of mushroom in the order Polyporales. Commonly known as the oak mazegill, among other names, its specific epithet refers to the oak genus Quercus, upon which it frequently grows, causing a brown rot. It is found in most of Europe, following the pattern of oak distribution, and has also been reported in northern Africa, North America, Asia and Australia. The mushroom features pores which form a maze-like appearance. Though inedible, it can be used as a natural comb and has been the subject of chemical research. This F. quercina mushroom was photographed growing on a tree branch at De Famberhorst, a nature reserve in the town of Joure in Friesland, Netherlands. The photograph was focus-stacked from 21 separate images.Photograph credit: Dominicus Johannes Bergsma
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  1. Wikipedia:Introduction-Learn the basics of Wikipedia. How do you edit? How do you create a new article? Of course, you can ask me anytime.
  2. Wikipedia:Adopt-a-User-If you want to get a coach, find one here!
  3. Wikipedia:Editor review-Get yourself reviewed-with the help of fellow editors, find out how you can contribute better to the encyclopedia.
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  5. Wikipedia:Barnstars-This is a good page to look at if you want to thank someone.
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  11. Wikipedia:Vandalism-What are vandalisms? Who are vandals? What do they do? What should you do if you come across them? Find out more!
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  13. Wikipedia:Deletion policy-The guidelines that you should know by heart. If your article violates any one of these guidelines, it may get deleted.
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  17. Wikipedia:List of shortcuts-If you come across terms like AGF, IAR, AFD, AAU and the likes and don't understand a thing about them, this page is your best friend.
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  20. Wikipedia:Templates-There are many things over here...so many I don't know where to start with. If you haven't look at it yet, this page is a definite must-see.
  21. Wikipedia:Administrator intervention against vandalism-If there is a very, very persistent vandal that you know of, report him/her right here.

Barnstars and awards

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Dude, you deserve a barnstar.

The Original Barnstar
Zachary crimsonwolf, for numerous contributions. Axl 18:33, 9 April 2007 (UTC)


The Original Barnstar
For almost a year of dedicated service to Wikipedia, I hereby award you this barnstar. --Sharkface217 07:58, 8 September 2007 (UTC)

You are receiving this barnstar because you found my hidden page! Here it is:

Hidden Junkyard Gallery Barnstar!
This User Found Goodshoped's Hidden junkyard gallery! Have you found it yet?
-Goodshoped 00:08, 5 November 2007 (UTC)
The Invisible Barnstar
For being with us for so many years, and for many years to come, raise a glass. Marlith T/C 06:03, 20 November 2007 (UTC)


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