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*'''''November 20,2011'' - North American Release:''' If you live in North America, head over to your local game store and get a copy of Skyward Sword! | *'''''November 20,2011'' - North American Release:''' If you live in North America, head over to your local game store and get a copy of Skyward Sword! | ||
*'''''November 18,2011'' - European Release:''' Skyward Sword is now out in Europe! Pick up a copy today! | *'''''November 18,2011'' - European Release:''' Skyward Sword is now out in Europe! Pick up a copy today! | ||
*'''''November 9, 2011'' - Staff Changes:''' Two of our beloved staff members, bureaucrat [[User:AtrumLevis|Amy]] and patroller [[User: | *'''''November 9, 2011'' - Staff Changes:''' Two of our beloved staff members, bureaucrat [[User:AtrumLevis|Amy]] and patroller [[User:Emma|Emma]] have stepped down from their staff positions on Zelda Wiki. They have been excellent contributors in their time here and we would like to wish them luck in any future endeavors!! | ||
*'''''November 5, 2011'' - A Friendly Reminder to All of Our Editors:''' As more information pertaining to {{SS}} comes in, make sure to source all images, reference all statements, and give credit where credit is due! This wiki takes pride in sourcing everything, from images to audio, so that we can maintain the most reliable resource possible for our readers! Thanks again for everyone's continued effort in making this wiki the best it can be! | *'''''November 5, 2011'' - A Friendly Reminder to All of Our Editors:''' As more information pertaining to {{SS}} comes in, make sure to source all images, reference all statements, and give credit where credit is due! This wiki takes pride in sourcing everything, from images to audio, so that we can maintain the most reliable resource possible for our readers! Thanks again for everyone's continued effort in making this wiki the best it can be! | ||
*'''''October 28, 2011'' - [http://zelda.com/skywardsword Skyward Sword Website]:''' The official North American website for {{SS}} has received a massive update. You can visit it [http://zelda.com/skywardsword here]. '''Warning: It contains spoilers, so view at your own risk'''. | *'''''October 28, 2011'' - [http://zelda.com/skywardsword Skyward Sword Website]:''' The official North American website for {{SS}} has received a massive update. You can visit it [http://zelda.com/skywardsword here]. '''Warning: It contains spoilers, so view at your own risk'''. | ||
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*'''''June 13, 2011''''' - '''New Zelda Source Layout!''': You guys should check out our affiliate [http://www.zelda-source.com/index.php Zelda Source's] snazzy new layout! | *'''''June 13, 2011''''' - '''New Zelda Source Layout!''': You guys should check out our affiliate [http://www.zelda-source.com/index.php Zelda Source's] snazzy new layout! | ||
*'''''May 26, 2011''''' - '''The Great Server Upgrade''': You guys have done such an amazing job of making Zelda Wiki.org the most comprehensive resource for Zelda info that we can hardly handle all the traffic you throw at us! So, it's time for a server upgrade. We're moving to a server that's roughly twice as fast as the one we're on now, so you can continue hammering away at pages all you want. Expect a few hours of downtime late tonight (EST) while we transition everything to the new server. Thanks! | *'''''May 26, 2011''''' - '''The Great Server Upgrade''': You guys have done such an amazing job of making Zelda Wiki.org the most comprehensive resource for Zelda info that we can hardly handle all the traffic you throw at us! So, it's time for a server upgrade. We're moving to a server that's roughly twice as fast as the one we're on now, so you can continue hammering away at pages all you want. Expect a few hours of downtime late tonight (EST) while we transition everything to the new server. Thanks! | ||
*'''''May 25, 2011''''' - '''Let's Build the Hype!''': With less than 25 days until the American release of ''' | *'''''May 25, 2011''''' - '''Let's Build the Hype!''': With less than 25 days until the American release of '''{{OoT3D}}''', make sure you get the latest information on the upcoming remake of the most successful ''Zelda'' title of all time from us here at Zelda Wiki! Visit the article today for high-definition official art, promotional videos and the inside scoop on the [[Hero of Time]]<nowiki>'s</nowiki> redesigned adventure straight from the developers at Nintendo! | ||
*'''''May 21, 2011''''' - '''New skin''': Following a period of development and testing, the Zelda Wiki staff are pleased to announce the official launch of our new skin! As you've probably already noticed, the design is based on MediaWiki's new Vector skin, which last year replaced the old MonoBook design as default skin.<br>We hope the new skin will improve everyone's browsing experience, having been designed to be cleaner, more modern-looking and easier to use. But for those registered users who prefer the old appearance, don't worry! After logging in to your account, simply access [[Special:Preferences|Preferences]] and on the Appearance tab you'll find the option to switch back to MonoBook. We welcome any comments or suggestion you might have, which you can post to the wiki's [[Zelda Wiki:Hyrule Castle|feedback area]]. | *'''''May 21, 2011''''' - '''New skin''': Following a period of development and testing, the Zelda Wiki staff are pleased to announce the official launch of our new skin! As you've probably already noticed, the design is based on MediaWiki's new Vector skin, which last year replaced the old MonoBook design as default skin.<br>We hope the new skin will improve everyone's browsing experience, having been designed to be cleaner, more modern-looking and easier to use. But for those registered users who prefer the old appearance, don't worry! After logging in to your account, simply access [[Special:Preferences|Preferences]] and on the Appearance tab you'll find the option to switch back to MonoBook. We welcome any comments or suggestion you might have, which you can post to the wiki's [[Zelda Wiki:Hyrule Castle|feedback area]]. | ||
*'''''May 14, 2011''''' - '''Anniversary''': ''Zelda'' lovers and gamers alike have been spoiling the plans of [[Veran]], [[General Onox]], and [[Twinrova]] for '''10 years''' now! That's right, join us in celebrating the first decennial birthday of two of Game Boy Color's most popular titles, {{OoA}} and {{OoS}}! | *'''''May 14, 2011''''' - '''Anniversary''': ''Zelda'' lovers and gamers alike have been spoiling the plans of [[Veran]], [[General Onox]], and [[Twinrova]] for '''10 years''' now! That's right, join us in celebrating the first decennial birthday of two of Game Boy Color's most popular titles, {{OoA}} and {{OoS}}! | ||
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*'''''March 29, 2011''''' - '''Anniversary''': {{TWW}} graduates to the third grade! Let's celebrate the game's belated '''8th birthday''' by digging the [[Nintendo GameCube|Gamecube]] out of the attic and giving it a whirl! ''The Wind Waker'' is most famously known not only for its graphical contribution to the ''Zelda'' franchise, but its innovative sea travel mechanic, plot, and contribution to ''Zelda'' timeline theory. And let's not forget that ''The Wind Waker'' led the way for {{PH}}, {{ST}}, and somewhat inspired the mixed graphical style of the upcoming [[Wii]] title, {{SS}}! | *'''''March 29, 2011''''' - '''Anniversary''': {{TWW}} graduates to the third grade! Let's celebrate the game's belated '''8th birthday''' by digging the [[Nintendo GameCube|Gamecube]] out of the attic and giving it a whirl! ''The Wind Waker'' is most famously known not only for its graphical contribution to the ''Zelda'' franchise, but its innovative sea travel mechanic, plot, and contribution to ''Zelda'' timeline theory. And let's not forget that ''The Wind Waker'' led the way for {{PH}}, {{ST}}, and somewhat inspired the mixed graphical style of the upcoming [[Wii]] title, {{SS}}! | ||
*'''''March 26, 2011''''' - '''Accomplishment''': Today our {{OoT}} article has reached 1 million views! This is our fourth page to reach such a milestone. Thank you to all of the readers and editors who have helped us to reach this significant accomplishment! | *'''''March 26, 2011''''' - '''Accomplishment''': Today our {{OoT}} article has reached 1 million views! This is our fourth page to reach such a milestone. Thank you to all of the readers and editors who have helped us to reach this significant accomplishment! | ||
*'''''March 19, 2011''''' - '''Somber News''': One of our former admins, '''[[User: | *'''''March 19, 2011''''' - '''Somber News''': One of our former admins, '''[[User:Axiomist1875@legacy41958496|Axiomist]]''', has unfortunately passed away recently. Best wishes and condolences from the Zelda Wiki team go out to his friends and family. To commemorate the man's life and impact, one of our Masterminds, [[Community:ZeldaInformer|ZeldaInformer]], has recently written a <span class="plainlinks">[http://www.zeldainformer.com/2011/03/rest-in-peace-joshua-paul-lejeune-aka-axiomist.html lengthy memoir]</span> remembering Axiomist as one of Zelda Wiki's most respected editors, a magnificent community contributor, and most importantly, a reliable friend. His legacy continues through the many friends, family, and colleagues he's touched over the years. | ||
*'''''March 18, 2011''''' - '''Anniversary''': Today we celebrate the '''7th anniversary''' of the international release of | *'''''March 18, 2011''''' - '''Anniversary''': Today we celebrate the '''7th anniversary''' of the international release of {{FSA}}! | ||
*'''''March 13, 2011''''' - '''Staff Changes''': One of our beloved admins, '''[[User:Mandi|Mandi]]''', has chosen to move on from Zelda Wiki! We wish her the best in any future endeavors! (but has since returned [March 18,2011]) | *'''''March 13, 2011''''' - '''Staff Changes''': One of our beloved admins, '''[[User:Mandi|Mandi]]''', has chosen to move on from Zelda Wiki! We wish her the best in any future endeavors! (but has since returned [March 18,2011]) | ||
*'''''March 12, 2011''''' - '''New Features''': Zelda Wiki is now integrated with '''tabbed navigation'''! Check out this ground-breaking, new template for yourself [[Template:Games|here]] and see it in action at the bottom of our {{SS}} page! | *'''''March 12, 2011''''' - '''New Features''': Zelda Wiki is now integrated with '''tabbed navigation'''! Check out this ground-breaking, new template for yourself [[Template:Games|here]] and see it in action at the bottom of our {{SS}} page! |