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Although [[Destinyedia]] works to stay up to date on information regarding the latest content from [[Bungie]], it is also important to note that some users may want to experience the game for themselves firsthand rather than have it revealed to them on the wiki. It is therefore necessary to preserve that experience for such users by limiting the exposure of sensitive content prematurely.  
Although [[Destinypedia]] works to stay up to date on information regarding the latest content from [[Bungie]], it is also important to note that some users may want to experience the game for themselves firsthand rather than have it revealed to them on the wiki. It is therefore necessary to preserve that experience for such users by limiting the exposure of sensitive content prematurely.  


==Guidelines for the posting of newly released content==
==Guidelines for the posting of newly released content==
For the purpose of allowing other fans the ability to witness the Destiny experience unmarred, Destinypedia's Spoiler Policy dictates the exclusion of plot information from campaigns, novels, and other major sources of canon - with the exception of multiplayer - until such content has been made public by the Developers on the day of the '''official launch''' for a '''major release''' (''i.e.'' a game, film, or novel) in '''North America''', '''Europe''', or '''Australia'''. This, however, excludes official information released by Bungie and Activision prior to launch. It should be noted that the Spoiler Policy allows content released officially and <u>directly</u> from the developers and publishers, but restricts official press even if the source is reputable and valid. Leaks, such as cutscenes, story details or gameplay from bootlegged discs, ''are not allowed under any circumstances''. Usernames intentionally featuring spoilers, such as "Character X dies in Game 2", are not acceptable. Users found in violation of this will be required to submit a new, appropriate name.  
For the purpose of allowing other fans the ability to witness the Destiny experience unmarred, Destinypedia's Spoiler policy dictates the exclusion of plot information from campaigns, novels, and other major sources of canon - with the exception of multiplayer - until such content has been made public by the Developers on the day of the '''official launch''' for a '''major release''' (''i.e.'' a game, film, or novel) in '''North America''', '''Europe''', or '''Australia'''. This, however, excludes official information released by Bungie and Activision prior to launch. It should be noted that the Spoiler policy allows content released officially and <u>directly</u> from the developers and publishers, but restricts official press even if the source is reputable and valid. Leaks, such as cutscenes, story details or gameplay from bootlegged discs, ''are not allowed under any circumstances''. Usernames intentionally featuring spoilers, such as "Character X dies in Game 2", are not acceptable. Users found in violation of this will be required to submit a new, appropriate name.  


Starting from the launch date to a month later, the [[Template:Hide|hide spoiler template]] will be used for those who still haven't had a chance to purchase the product; those who have bought the product will be able to freely read and edit the wiki, albeit following the restrictions listed above.
Starting from the launch date to a month later, the [[Template:Hide|hide spoiler template]] will be used for those who still haven't had a chance to purchase the product; those who have bought the product will be able to freely read and edit the wiki, albeit following the restrictions listed above.