User talk:A.Cython

If you don't mind

Hi A.Cython, I trust you're well. I currently have Wikipedia:Featured article candidates/Ewuare/archive1 and wish you could do a source review or anything you want with it. Thank you! Vanderwaalforces (talk) 14:41, 19 June 2026 (UTC)

@Vanderwaalforces: No promises but I will try to do a source review in the following days or next week.

If you fancy and have time, I also have a FAC nomination, which would benefit from a review from a seasoned reviewer.A.Cython(talk) 16:21, 19 June 2026 (UTC)

Hi A.Python (trust me that is how it rings in my head, I'm sorry), I hope you're okay. If you are able to, I would be more than happy if you look at Wikipedia:Featured article candidates/Ohen/archive1 for a source review. Tysm! Vanderwaalforces (talk) 15:23, 13 July 2026 (UTC)

Again, no promises but if time permits this weekend I will try to have a look.A.Cython(talk) 15:29, 13 July 2026 (UTC)

Hey man, I don't know where my lurking will take me to some day, but I found Wikipedia:Today's featured article/requests/Noemvriana somehow but it is not currently transcluded? on the main Wikipedia:Today's featured article/requests page, which makes this request incomplete atm.

And by the way, sooooorrrrryyy again, your expertise at source review would be useful at my currently Wikipedia:Featured article candidates/Ogbebo/archive1 and Wikipedia:Featured article candidates/Idia/archive1, I'd appreciate any if you're able to. I noticed you've been less active than usual, I hope you're fine. Have a great day ahead, man. Vanderwaalforces (talk) 10:11, 8 August 2026 (UTC)

Oh no, trout me, that request has been scheduled already, dammit. Sorry for pestering you, bahahaha. Vanderwaalforces (talk) 10:13, 8 August 2026 (UTC)

@Vanderwaalforces Thanks for the advice, I am not entirely sure as this is my first TFA. It was picked by another editor for 18 September slot, see here. I assume I do not have to do anything more, but I am keeping an eye.

I apologize, but probably I will not be able to the review in the next couple of weeks because of real life obligations and various commitments in WP, for which I am behind. Recently an editor, who massive editing various articles that I care, was causing too much distress throwing an RfC, Dispute resolution, and ANI with conspiratorial accusations etc. Now the editor is blocked, but this saga distracted me for more than two weeks. If you still in need of source review after two-three weeks I will volunteer.

I noticed that you got several FA articles, congratulations! Well deserved accomplishment. Keep it up A.Cython(talk) 15:44, 8 August 2026 (UTC)

Oh my god, I’m sorry about the IRL issues, I hope it gets better. I’m sorry about the on-wiki stress too, it happens, a lot. I hope you get back and better to activity soon. Vanderwaalforces (talk) 18:12, 8 August 2026 (UTC)

And no, there’s no point in the TFA nom per what I said, it’s already scheduled so, there’s no point. I totally missed that part. Vanderwaalforces (talk) 18:13, 8 August 2026 (UTC)

Hi there, I hope your IRL stuff is getting better. Wanted to remind you of my FAC, looks like all I need right at Ogbebor FAC is a source review, while Jens have provided both a prose and source review for Idia FAC. You're still welcomed to chip in any review of any sort, please. Thank ya! Vanderwaalforces (talk) 15:11, 25 August 2026 (UTC)

Things are a little better now. No promises, I will have a look over the weekend. A.Cython(talk) 02:17, 26 August 2026 (UTC)

Noemvriana

This is to let you know that the above article has been scheduled as today's featured article for 18 September 2026. Please check that the article needs no amendments. Feel free to amend the draft blurb, which can be found at Wikipedia:Today's featured article/September 2026, or to make comments on other matters concerning the scheduling of this article at Wikipedia talk:Today's featured article/September 2026. Please keep an eye on that page, as comments regarding the draft blurb may be left there. I also suggest that you watchlist Wikipedia:Main Page/Errors from two days before the article appears on the Main Page. Thanks and congratulations on your work! Wehwalt (talk) 01:08, 28 July 2026 (UTC)

@Wehwalt: Thank you for nominating it. This is a humbling experience as it was for so many years that I wanted to bring the particular article to FA let alone to TFA. Please note that I have prepared a blurb yesterday, should I include this at the Wikipedia talk:Today's featured article/September 2026 table? A.Cython(talk) 01:23, 28 July 2026 (UTC)

I just copy and pasted your blurb. It is fine. All taken care of, thanks. Wehwalt (talk) 01:29, 28 July 2026 (UTC)

Sounds great, thank you. A.Cython(talk) 01:33, 28 July 2026 (UTC)

DYK for Vitiges

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JuniperChill (talk) 00:03, 31 July 2026 (UTC)

A barnstar for you!

	The Writer's Barnstar
	Congratulations on getting Vitiges promoted to GA and featured on the Main Page! One of the best works I've seen in a while. Big fan of your research skills. Morogris (✉ • ✎) 04:58, 31 July 2026 (UTC)

Thank you so much. I will try to keep up for as long as I can A.Cython(talk) 13:58, 31 July 2026 (UTC)

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—TechnoSquirrel69 (talk) 00:02, 3 August 2026 (UTC)

July 2026 Military History Writing Contest

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		On behalf of the Wikiproject Military History coordinators, I am pleased to reward your outstanding performance - 10 articles, 1 brought to FA class and 8 brought to GA class, and 65 points - and a first place finish in the July 2026 military history writing and improvement contest with this award of the WikiChevrons. Congratulations, Donner60 (talk) 01:29, 3 August 2026 (UTC)

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Dclemens1971 (talk) 12:02, 18 August 2026 (UTC)

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Dclemens1971 (talk) 00:02, 21 August 2026 (UTC)

DYK for John (nephew of Vitalian)

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—TechnoSquirrel69 (talk) 12:03, 21 August 2026 (UTC)

GAN process suggestions

Thanks for your long and thoughtful reply in the Help page.

I've been dedicating half of my working day to editing and it is often a very frustrating task due to the wiki code and policies' complexity.

It is writ that "Wikipedia is not a social network", but as a result it is a lonely place for new-ish fully dedicated editors while climbing the steep learning curve of wiki coding and MOS. It would be nice if there was a space for us. The available help spaces are inadequate and a rough place if you go beyond a simple question. I am battle-hardened after decades in corporations and have a thick skin. I can only imagine what it feels like for more sensitive people.

Thanks again! You make a difference. Jp1008 (talk) 15:44, 21 August 2026 (UTC)

Go to WP:GA talk page or to the WP:Teahouse and request/seek a mentor. There should be editors who will assist you in improving your writing to be closer in compliance with WP guidelines. A.Cython(talk) 15:58, 21 August 2026 (UTC)

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