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[[Category:Rules]]
[[Category:Community Guidelines]]
[[Category:Policy]]

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Welcome, traveler of the multiverse!  
Before you add your spark to the Continuum Universes, please review these contribution rules. These guidelines exist to protect both the integrity of the lore and the creativity of its contributors.

Violation of these may result in edits being reverted, content being moved to draft space, or temporary suspension of contributor rights.

== 1. '''Originality Above All''' ==
We thrive on creativity.  
Please submit '''only original content''' that fits naturally within the Continuum Universes multiverse.

Allowed:
* Your own characters, species, technologies, or lore expansions  
* Fan art and written works inspired by the Continuum Universes  
* Collaborative creations developed with other contributors  

Not allowed:
* Direct copies or heavy “re-skins” of other franchises (e.g. Marvel, Star Wars, The Elder Scrolls, etc.)  
* Parody or satire of copyrighted properties (unless authorized)  
* Pure AI-generated content with no human input  

AI tools are fine for structure, grammar, or inspiration — but your '''human creativity''' must always be the core.

== 2. '''Respect Canon and Continuity''' ==
The Continuum is vast, but it isn’t chaos.  
* Stay consistent with existing lore and timelines.  
* Don’t overwrite canon material — build around it.  
* Use existing categories like <code><nowiki>[[Category:Lore]]</nowiki></code>, <code><nowiki>[[Category:Characters]]</nowiki></code>, or <code><nowiki>[[Category:Fan Contributions]]</nowiki></code>.  
* Always add <code><nowiki>{{FanContribution}}</nowiki></code> at the top of your page to mark it as fan-created.  

If you want your work to be considered for canon inclusion, tag it with '''<code><nowiki>[[Category:Canon Candidate]]</nowiki></code>''' and message [[User:Cdjensen94]] or [[User:Rcjensen00]].

== 3. '''Quality and Presentation''' ==
Keep submissions clean, legible, and immersive.  
* Use proper grammar and punctuation — we want your writing to shine.  
* Maintain an in-universe tone (as though you’re an archivist, scholar, or native of the world).  
* Format with proper templates where applicable (<code><nowiki>{{Character}}</nowiki></code>, <code><nowiki>{{Faction}}</nowiki></code>, <code><nowiki>{{Location}}</nowiki></code>, etc.)  
* Add relevant images, maps, or diagrams only if you have the rights or permission to use them.

== 4. '''Respect Copyrights and Licensing''' ==
By contributing, you agree to the [[Licensing Policy]] terms.  
That means:
* You retain ownership of your work.  
* You license it under '''CC BY 4.0''' for public use and continuity.  
* You grant Jensen Saga Studio permission to include your content in official works (games, books, or media) without guaranteed payment.  

Always credit others if you use their work — usernames, artist handles, or aliases are fine.  
Plagiarism, even of other fan content, will result in a permanent ban from contributing.

== 5. '''No Offensive or Inappropriate Material''' ==
This wiki shares the same core content standards as the [[Continuum Universes Wiki:Forum Rules|Forum Rules]].

Prohibited content includes:
* Pornographic or explicit sexual content  
* Fetish material of any kind  
* Discriminatory, political, or hateful themes  
* Shock or gore purely for its own sake  

Dark or mature storytelling is fine — explicit or fetish content is not.  
Use discretion, and when unsure, ask a mod or [[Continuum Universes Wiki:Loremaster]] before posting.

== 6. '''Constructive Collaboration''' ==
You’re part of a creative fellowship — not a competition.  
* Respect other contributors’ visions and creations.  
* Discuss ideas on talk pages before major edits or merges.  
* Don’t rewrite or delete another person’s work without permission.  
* Give credit where it’s due — creativity thrives on kindness.

== 7. '''Moderation and Review''' ==
All fan contributions are subject to review by the moderation team or lore staff.  
Pages may be edited, reorganized, or archived if they:
* Break continuity  
* Contain plagiarism or unlicensed assets  
* Include explicit or off-topic material  
* Fail to meet quality or formatting standards  

Exceptional works may be highlighted or considered for canon inclusion.

== 8. '''Contributor Rewards''' ==
Outstanding fan creations may receive recognition from Jensen Saga Studio, including:
* Public credit or feature on official media  
* Free copies of related games, books, or merchandise  
* Canonization within the Continuum Universes  

These rewards are at the discretion of the studio and carry no contractual or financial obligation.

== 9. '''The Spirit of the Continuum''' ==
We build worlds together — not echo chambers.  
This is a space for imagination, storytelling, and respect.  
Your contributions help shape the living, breathing mythos of the Continuum. Treat it with care, and it will remember you.

''Create boldly. Respect the lore. Contribute with honor.''