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Scarian[edit]

Final (116/0/0); Closed as successful by WjBscribe at 22:37, 20 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]

Scarian (talk · contribs) - I’d like to nominate Scarian for adminship. He’s been here since April 2007 and has amassed over 13000 edits. He appears everywhere and clearly understands the workings of the encyclopedia. He’s a fantastic vandal fighter, and always warns appropriately, followed by reports to AIV is appropriate – he’d make good use of a block button helping to stop vandals in their tracks. Unfortunately, from his contributions, he seems to like the band Nirvana by some excellent article contributions to that page . He’s actually got some really good content additions and does a lot of wikignome tasks. His contributions to articles for creation show a great understanding of our notability criteria and this coupled with his excellent contributions to AfD’s show he understands the content side of adminship very well. He’s a regular on the reference desk and tries to help users as much as possible. Finally, I’d like to mention that I’ve always found him to be very friendly, even when I disagree with him – that’s always a good attribute for an aspiring admin. I think he’ll be fine with a couple of extra buttons, and I hope you agree. Ryan Postlethwaite 22:36, 13 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]

Candidate, please indicate acceptance of the nomination here: - Thank you for the kind nomination, Ryan. ScarianCall me Pat 23:00, 13 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]


Questions for the candidate[edit]

Dear candidate, thank you for offering to serve Wikipedia as an administrator. It is recommended that you answer these optional questions to provide guidance for participants:

1. What admin work do you intend to take part in?
A: *I would like to contribute to WP:AIV as an administrator; I believe it’s an important area that often gets backlogged.
  • I would also like to divert my time towards WP:RFPP. I often travel over there to see how the process is being handled and do often notice backlogs.
  • I have some experience with dealing with incidents over at WP:ANI and would be happy to continue in an administrative capacity.
  • I would also like to spend some time at WP:3RRN and WP:UAA, as I believe they are areas that can become neglected.


2. What are your best contributions to Wikipedia, and why?
A: *I’ve had a rather generalised “career” here at Wikipedia. In terms of article writing, I think the Hebridean Brewing Company is my proudest achievement; I took it from a stub all the way to a B-Class article. With help from a couple of I.P. addresses I have also created and significantly expanded RotoHog. More information on my article writing experience can be found here.
  • Strangely, I find it satisfying to attempt to clear out back logs. I’ve had a stab at Category:Wikipedia articles needing copy edit and have found satisfaction in clearing out some of the articles there. I’ve also been drawn to WP:AfC and I am currently, intermittently, assessing the various back logs.
  • I have done vast amounts of anti-vandalism work which are perpetually needed but satisfying nonetheless.
  • I feel a strong sense of achievement when I offer/give help over at the WP:HELPDESK and the various reference desks.
  • Finally, I just love editing ‘’anything’’... I love what Wikipedia is... we’re creating, expanding and developing free information for generations to come. It’s a really beautiful concept and I’m just proud to be here and to be able to work with you all.


3. Have you been in any conflicts over editing in the past or have other users caused you stress? How have you dealt with it and how will you deal with it in the future?
A: When I first started out here I ran into minor conflicts with User:ChrisB. It caused a couple of sighs from my end and it took me a while to figure out that I was in the wrong. I read the policies that he showed me and grew to appreciate his opinions and knowledge. This initial trouble opened my eyes to what Wikipedia is and what we’re trying to do here. I now do not get so angry or stressed or bothered by disagreements as I know they are a natural aspect of life. We’re working together, not against each other. Since the 8 or so months since then I haven’t been annoyed at all. If I ever find myself in that situation I’ll press the little red cross in the corner :-)

General comments[edit]

Please keep discussion constructive and civil. If you are unfamiliar with the nominee, please thoroughly review Special:Contributions/Scarian before commenting.

Discussion[edit]

-- Anonymous DissidentTalk 04:08, 15 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]

  • Nirvana is great, don't hate just because you like crappy Aussie bands. GlassCobra 08:18, 15 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
:) Rudget. 12:52, 15 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
I'll cut you a deal, Dihydrogen, if I listen to your favourite band will you listen to Nirvana? ;-) ScarianCall me Pat 13:00, 15 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
Damn straight. dihydrogen monoxide (H20) 22:49, 15 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
Support[edit]
  1. Support as nominator - good luck! Ryan Postlethwaite 23:02, 13 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  2. Scarian is a user who I welcomed in May of last year. Since then, I have been impressed with his work here. He is civil, and takes the advice of others. I have been waiting for this nomination for some time now: I believe he'll make an excellent administrator. Acalamari 23:06, 13 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  3. Support - seen his work at the reference desk. I'm sure he'll use the tools effectively and without abuse. EJF (talk) 23:09, 13 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  4. Support Really good editor - very nice and great work. Would be an excellent administrator. —αἰτίας •discussion• 23:12, 13 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  5. Support Over 6000 mainspace edits,great track no concerns.Pharaoh of the Wizards (talk) 23:13, 13 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  6. Good edit count. Also good interactions. Majorly (talk) 23:15, 13 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  7. Support A good editor. --Siva1979Talk to me 23:40, 13 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  8. Support: Been waiting for this one! Good luck. - Rjd0060 (talk) 23:46, 13 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  9. Support - meets my criteria and seen around. Will be an excellent addition. -MBK004 00:05, 14 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  10. Support - If I have any hesitation it is only that in the past I have asked for Scarian's help with issues and he chose not to get involved on either side or with the issue at debate. Perhaps as an admin (with his added "powers") he will do more conflict resolution. Blizzard Beast $ODIN$ 00:08, 14 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  11. Strong Support. This guy is a great vandal fighter. Wikipedia will benefit greatly by giving "Pat" (can I call you that? =]) the tools. Good luck! Malinaccier (talk) 00:10, 14 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  12. Support More than meets my standards. :) Talk page reveals a helpful editor who is open to feedback and is civil. Seems to grok AIV in fullness. Dlohcierekim Deleted? 00:41, 14 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  13. Support - sure, no problem here :) - Alison ❤ 00:48, 14 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  14. Oppose Hasn't sumbitted his bathrobe picture yet! Strong Support Absolutely! Best of luck to you, my friend. :) GlassCobra 01:19, 14 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  15. Support Good editor, will do really good with the tools. SpencerT♦C 01:20, 14 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  16. Support. I thought he was an admin already. He does a lot of work, tons of experience, knows what he's doing. I'd be surprised if this doesn't reach WP:100. Useight (talk) 01:38, 14 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  17. Support I've seen his work as a vandel reverter and editor and think that he would make a great admin. Good Luck!--Mifter (talk) 01:51, 14 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  18. Support. A good editor, every interaction I have had with him has been very positive. Has consistently shown good judgement. Dreaded Walrus t c 02:00, 14 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  19. Support I have very little doubt the tools will go to waste here. -Jéské (Blah v^_^v) 02:10, 14 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  20. Support - Absolutely. No Reason not to. PookeyMaster (talk) 02:52, 14 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  21. Support Meets my criteria, you'll do well. -ChetblongT C 03:23, 14 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  22. Support - good editor and vandal fighter.   jj137 (talk) 03:40, 14 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  23. Support - Will make a great addition to the team, give em' the mop! Tiptoety talk 06:01, 14 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  24. Support an excellent WP:AIV reporter with solid contributions elsewhere. Well suited to adminship. Hut 8.5 07:45, 14 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  25. Support Thought you wuz! Jmlk17 09:09, 14 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  26. Support Seen him around, excellent candidate. Definitely ready to mop. --PeaceNT (talk) 11:30, 14 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  27. Nick (talk) 12:17, 14 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  28. Support Demonstrating effectiveness at WP:AIV while we're writing these posts. BusterD (talk) 15:00, 14 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  29. Rudget. 15:05, 14 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  30. Support Ioeth (talk contribs friendly) 15:52, 14 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  31. Support. Imagine my surprise when I checked into RfA and found Scarian, the very user I'd just happened to be fighting vandalism alongside! Needless to say, you'll do well with the mop. Good luck, although I doubt you'll need it. haz (talk) 16:32, 14 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  32. Strong support. The Mopman Cometh: mop him Mr Mopman!--Alf melmac 16:44, 14 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  33. Support per all the obviously wonderful things Scarian does for this Wikipedia. Absolutely. Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 16:46, 14 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  34. Support I see him constantly at AIV so I am definately supporting this. -Djsasso (talk) 17:08, 14 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  35. Support I thought this user was an admin already. Excellent candidate! Peter Fleet (talk) 17:53, 14 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  36. Support, I've seen him around absolutely everywhere... AIV, discussions. Clearly (I think) has a good understanding of policy through edits, polite guy. Really nothing more to say —αlεx•mullεr 17:58, 14 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  37. Support with my very certain sureties that Pat will have a spectacular career as an administrator with us. - Philippe | Talk 18:12, 14 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  38. Support He definitely won't abuse the tools. Surprised that he isn't an admin already! Compwhiz II(Talk)(Contribs) 19:05, 14 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  39. Support - trustworthy editor. Addhoc (talk) 19:07, 14 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  40. Support. The candidate is well-rounded and a good contributor. Great AIV work and solid encyclopedia-building experience. Majoreditor (talk) 19:21, 14 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  41. Support - Another "I can't see any issues" response. Kudos to the candidate for being so diligent in many aspects of the Wiki. Wisdom89 (T / C) 21:11, 14 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  42. Support helpful civil editor who is open to feedback. Wryspy (talk) 21:23, 14 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  43. Support, great editor/user, glad you're finally running for the mop. :) · AndonicO Hail! 21:36, 14 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  44. Support RfA Cliché #1. 'Nuff said. XENON54 | talk 23:00, 14 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  45. Support ITHAWO! Soxred93 | talk count bot 23:33, 14 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  46. Support Avruch T 23:57, 14 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  47. Support Timmeh! 00:12, 15 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  48. Support - friendly, civil and great editor. Wonderful vandal fighter that understands policy and I have no doubt that he will not abuse the tools. AngelOfSadness talk 00:39, 15 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  49. Support - a great vandal-fighter, with scars to prove it, a prolific edit count and perfect edit summary usage. I support him despite that fact we have disagreed in the past. Bring out yer mops! Bearian (talk) 02:01, 15 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  50. Support miranda 02:44, 15 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  51. -- Anonymous DissidentTalk 04:08, 15 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  52. Support Seeing stuff I like. MBisanz talk 06:01, 15 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  53. Support, absolutely! Great vandal-fighter, very level-headed and fair, will use the tools wisely. Dreadstar † 08:08, 15 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  54. dihydrogen monoxide (H20) 08:11, 15 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  55. Support. Seraphim♥ Whipp 11:13, 15 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  56. Support. well-qualified. cheers, Casliber (talk · contribs) 11:16, 15 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  57. Support, a great user. J Milburn (talk) 12:56, 15 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  58. Support – smells like keen spirit. – B.hotep u/t• 14:06, 15 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  59. Support You are a friendly and dedicated editor, but my comments to you just two weeks ago here still stand firm - I'm ever so faintly nervous about some of your AIV reports still. However, given your civil/helpful attitude I don't think I should withhold my support - just go slowly and judiciously with the block button please.The candidate has explained that a lot of the problems were down to tetthing troubles with WP:HUGGLE. As such I'm pleased to move to an unqualified support (not that it makes a diference to this RfA!) Pedro :  Chat  14:11, 15 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  60. Support qualified editor. --Bradeos Graphon Βραδέως Γράφων (talk) 15:20, 15 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  61. Support. Nothing but good interactions with this editor, comments at AfDs have always been thoughtful. The mop will be in good hands.--Fabrictramp (talk) 16:32, 15 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  62. Funeral 16:41, 15 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  63. Support - your good. --Endless Dan 16:50, 15 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  64. Support I concur. Gary King (talk) 21:39, 15 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  65. I still don't know how to pronounce your username. :/ ~ Riana ⁂ 22:06, 15 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  66. Support — Zerida 23:50, 15 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  67. Strong Support A great candidate. VanTucky 01:16, 16 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  68. Support - Will make a great addition to the admin team. Keilana|Parlez ici 02:35, 16 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  69. Strong support Wanted to nominate this user. NHRHS2010NHRHS2010 04:13, 16 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  70. Support, bandwagon support. 69 Wikipedians can't be wrong! Lankiveil (speak to me) 04:34, 16 February 2008 (UTC).[reply]
  71. Support Go Pat go! Master of Puppets Call me MoP!☺ 05:24, 16 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  72. Support Good luck with mop.--NAHID 06:17, 16 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  73. Support - Come across your edits here and there and they always helpful. PaddyM (talk) 08:01, 16 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  74. Support Good user--Phoenix-wiki 13:51, 16 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  75. Support I see you around and I think, you are ready. Good luck. Carlosguitar (ready and willing) 16:16, 16 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  76. Support, great user (thought I had already supported this RFA!). --Aqwis (talk – contributions) 18:17, 16 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  77. Support Indeed. LessHeard vanU (talk) 22:53, 16 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  78. Sounds good ;-) Snowolf How can I help? 14:37, 17 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  79. SupportKind and civil, unlike some of the other editors. Clean record, too. Executor Tassadar (talk) 15:58, 17 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  80. I noticed this RfA and just had to log in to show my strong support KnowledgeOfSelf (talk) 17:20, 17 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  81. Support – Good impressions from this user all 'round. —Animum (talk) 23:11, 17 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  82. Support. Trying to help the drive to 100, obviously will do fine with the tools. SorryGuy  Talk  23:13, 17 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  83. Support - Scarian is highly qualified and will make a fine admin! —Travistalk 23:43, 17 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  84. Support Definitely qualified. Spellcast (talk) 04:25, 18 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  85. Support Yup. Great candidate, excellent answers to questions - good luck! Midorihana~iidesune? 08:13, 18 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  86. Support--MONGO 08:19, 18 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  87. Support - great user, will be a great admin! Ale_Jrbtalk 11:04, 18 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  88. Support, yes. Neıl ☎ 13:01, 18 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  89. Support. Sure. --Bhadani (talk) 15:58, 18 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  90. Support Simply a quality editor. Twenty Years 16:36, 18 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  91. Support-DearCatastropheWaitress (talk) 17:15, 18 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  92. Strong Support I logged onto Wikipedia today just so I could read the Smells Like Teen Spirit article. Call it fate. --Sharkface217 19:04, 18 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  93. Support Will (talk) 20:28, 18 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  94. Support A very well rounded editor who has made a great contribution so far, and who will doubtless continue that with the tools. GBT/C 20:48, 18 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  95. Grabs a handful of snow and throws it at Scarian. OhanaUnitedTalk page 20:55, 18 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  96. Support Excellent editor in all of the many areas of Wikipedia he frequents. Looking forward to not having him beat me out at WP:AIV anymore. :) Thingg⊕⊗ 23:14, 18 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  97. Support. Yep Antonio Lopez (talk) 23:31, 18 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  98. Support - Pleasure to support indeed. JungleCat Shiny!/Oohhh! 00:57, 19 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  99. Support - Haven't seen any good reason not to support this user for adminship. Would bring a good résumé to the sysop table. :) More power to AIV! Enigma msg! 01:02, 19 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  100. Support. Good editor, will not abuse adminship. B110 communicate (that means talk) 01:09, 19 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
    I predicted this would reach WP:100 when I !voted number 16. Yep, nailed that one. Useight (talk) 05:08, 19 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  101. Support Why not, sounds good Fattyjwoods (Push my button) 04:42, 19 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  102. Support Dedicated and helpful editor. CounterFX (talk) 13:50, 19 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  103. Support. Qst (talk) 17:02, 19 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  104. Strong Support Great editor. - Milk's Favorite Cookie 17:36, 19 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  105. Strong support Really? You're not an admin yet... seriously? I could have sworn... нмŵוτнτ 20:36, 19 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  106. Support Good editor. Icestorm815 • Talk 20:46, 19 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  107. Support Yep, good editor, thought they already were... etc, etc, (not a pile-on at all). Woody (talk) 22:12, 19 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  108. Support number 108! Woohoo! Good interactions and would make a good admin. WEBURIEDOURSECRETSINTHEGARDEN that one guy who buried stuff 23:33, 19 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  109. Support No problems here. Maximillion Pegasus (talk) 23:52, 19 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  110. Support. See no reason to suspect abuse of admin tools. Jayjg (talk) 03:46, 20 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  111. Support - His answers are written very nicely, and he has many edits (over 13,000!). I am sure this user will be a great admin. — Cuyler91093 - Соитяівцтіоиѕ 07:56, 20 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  112. Support – Ahhh what is one more. Respect his comment at Afd well thought out and reasonable. Good Luck to you. Shoessss |  Chat  10:37, 20 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  113. Strong Support' Happy to support a kind fellow with a keen intellect, a good sense of humor, and a sound record, and I'm interrupting my absence to do so! Xoloz (talk) 17:53, 20 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  114. Support, strongly. Well-fitted to be an administrator, in abilities and personality: Scarian has a sound knowledge of policy, a likeable and approachable personality, and is more than trustworthy. I strongly believe the project will benefit from granting Scar. the administrator flag, and I am pleased to support this request. AGK (talk) 17:58, 20 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  115. --Maxim(talk) 20:39, 20 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
  116. Support No concerns. Captain panda 22:34, 20 February 2008 (UTC)[reply]
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