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<span style="color: teal;">'''''<nowiki>~~</nowiki>'''''</span> [[User:Sintaku|<span style="color: #4F94CD;">'''''Sintaku'''''</span>]] <sup>[[User talk:Sintaku|<span style="color: teal;">'''''Talk'''''</span>]]</sup> 23:03, 18 March 2008 (UTC) |
<span style="color: teal;">'''''<nowiki>~~</nowiki>'''''</span> [[User:Sintaku|<span style="color: #4F94CD;">'''''Sintaku'''''</span>]] <sup>[[User talk:Sintaku|<span style="color: teal;">'''''Talk'''''</span>]]</sup> 23:03, 18 March 2008 (UTC) |
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==MyAnimeList== |
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{{Infobox Website |
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| name = MyAnimeList |
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| logo = [[Image:MAL-logo-big.png|250px]] |
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| url = [http://www.myanimelist.net www.myanimelist.net] |
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| commercial = No |
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| type = [[Anime]], [[Social Networking]] |
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| language = English |
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| registration = Free |
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| owner = Garrett Gyssler |
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| author = Garrett Gyssler |
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| launch date = [[April 6]] [[2006]] |
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| current status = Active |
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| revenue = |
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| slogan = Organize, Discuss, Discover; How Much Anime Have You Seen? |
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| alexa = #3,609 (as of [[March 17]] [[2008]]) |
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'''MyAnimeList''', often abbreviated as '''MAL''', is an [[anime]] [[social networking]] [[website]]. The site primarily functions to serve as a place for users to keep track of the anime and manga they've watched or read in a highly-organized and stylized list format. In addition, MyAnimeList connects users who share similar tastes, and provides personalized suggestions and a comprehensive source of information on anime and manga. |
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Although the website was created and is actively maintained by Garrett Gyssler (whose alias is "Xinil" on the site), MyAnimeList is mostly run by its moderators and users. Currently, there are approximately 30 staff members continuously updating the anime and manga databases, moderating the community, and frequently posting up news stories.<ref>{{cite web |title=About MyAnimelist.net - Team|lastname=Gyssler| firstname=Garrett |url=http://myanimelist.net/about.php?go=team |accessdate=2008-03-19 }}</ref> As of [[March 17]] [[2008]], MyAnimeList has over 40,000 members, with over six thousand signing in every day.<ref>{{cite web |title=About MyAnimelist.net|lastname=Gyssler| firstname=Garrett |url=http://myanimelist.net/about.php |accessdate=2008-03-17 }}</ref> |
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==History== |
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MyAnimeList was originally hosted on Garrett Gyssler's personal website, Xinil.net.<ref>{{cite web |title=History of MyAnimeList.net|lastname=Gyssler| firstname=Garrett |url=http://myanimelist.net/profile/Xinil |accessdate=2008-03-19 }}</ref> Launched in [[November 4]] [[2004]], it consisted solely of a no-frills anime list. Databases were absent during this time and the site had no other significant features. On [[June 29]] [[2005]], the anime database was created to standardize anime series' names on every user's list. |
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Prior to the launch of the first generation forums in 2006, the website utilized the "Panel" system for user communication. This system was similar to the "Profile Comments" feature on MAL today, which is the ability for users to place text messages on another user's profile page. The Panel system was mostly created for users to have the ability to communicate error reports and suggestions to the administrator, but minor discussion and casual conversations often emerged. |
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The lists were moved to the domain MyAnimeList on [[April 6]] [[2006]], and the first generation forums were launched at the same time. This greatly enhanced communication between members. In the first few months, the forums were largely inactive, having only a dozen or so active members. Near the end of 2006, the forums and the rest of the site significantly increased activity, and the second generation forums were created on [[December 11]]. Unlike the first generation forums, which utilized the [[Simple Machines Forum]] script, the second generation forums are entirely custom coded by Gyssler from the ground up. At this time MAL was quickly gaining widespread appeal among the anime community. Since then, numerous popular features had been added, including reviews, clubs, recommendations and the launch of the manga database on [[July 9]] [[2007]]. |
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==Current Features== |
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MyAnimeList lists [[Japanese]] animation, [[Korean animation]], and some [[Anime-influenced animation|Western animation influenced by anime]]. |
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Similarly, MyAnimeList has information on Japanese manga, [[original English-language manga]], or OEL, as well as [[dōjinshi]] (fan comics), [[manwha]] (Korean), and [[manhua]] (Chinese). |
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MyAnimeList includes a searchable database of [[Seiyū|voice actors]]; information such as [[date of birth]] and the actor's name in [[kanji]] are listed. |
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There is also a searchable anime character database; each character's page lists the anime and manga series they have appeared in, as well as the [[Seiyū|actors]] that have voiced them. Japanese, [[English language|English]], [[Korean language|Korean]], [[Spanish language|Spanish]], [[German language|German]], [[French language|French]], [[Brazilian Portuguese]], and [[Italian language|Italian]] voice actors can be listed. |
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MyAnimeList has a searchable database of [[Fansub|fansubbing]] groups; each group's page lists the anime that have been fansubbed by the group, and users can rate the quality of the fansub. Another feature is a [[RSS]] news feed of anime and manga related news. |
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==Reception== |
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MyAnimeList experienced a dramatic increase in users in 2007 accompanied by many improvements to the site's interface. It has been lauded in numerous anime blogs, citing its "beautiful user-interfaces"<ref>{{cite web |title=My anime list - Passion with Power|firstname=Stripey |url=http://hontouni.com/taihendesu/?p=544 |accessdate=2008-01-10 |date=[[2007-09-18]] }}</ref>, discussion pages for episodes of all the current anime, and being a great way to share opinions on anime.<ref>{{cite web |title=MyAnimeList.net (MAL) - Otakuspace and a Geek’s Organisational Wet Dream|firstname=Washi |url=http://wakaranai.animeblogger.net/?p=513 |accessdate=2008-01-10 |date=[[2007-09-13]] }}</ref> It has also been praised for its impressive GUI and its intuitiveness, partially because of its similar design to [[Facebook]].<ref>{{cite web |title=My Anime List - Never Again!|firstname=Moy |url=http://www.moyism.com/blog/2007/my-anime-list-never-again |accessdate=2008-01-10 |date=[[2007-11-13]] }}</ref> |
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MyAnimeList has also been listed as "Killer of the Week" in Web 2.0 category by [[killerstartups.com]].<ref>{{cite web |title=MyAnimeList.com - Get Your Anime Fix Here|firstname=Amanda |url=http://www.killerstartups.com/Web20/myanimelist--Get-Your-Anime-Fix-Here/ |accessdate=2008-01-10 |date=[[2007-07-27]] }}</ref> By 2008, its popularity and recognition earned the site a mention in Seek Japan's "Best of the Web '08" feature in its "[[Otaku]]" category alongside other destinations such as [[Anime News Network]] and [[Danny Choo]].<ref>{{cite web |title=Best of the Web '08|firstname=Jon |lastname=Wilks |url=http://www.seekjapan.jp/article/jz/1525/Best+of+the+Web+'08 |accessdate=2008-03-17 |date=[[2008-02-01]] }}</ref> |
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== References == |
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[[Category:Anime and manga websites]] |
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[[Category:Entertainment websites]] |
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[[Category:Community websites]] |
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[[Category:Virtual communities]] |
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[[Category:Web 2.0]] |
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==AfD nomination of MyAnimeList== |
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Revision as of 21:59, 25 March 2008
Pages I've Created:
Welcome
Welcome!
Hello, Kei-clone, and welcome to Wikipedia! Thank you for your contributions. I hope you like the place and decide to stay. Here are a few good links for newcomers:
- The five pillars of Wikipedia
- How to edit a page
- Help pages
- Tutorial
- How to write a great article
- Manual of Style
I hope you enjoy editing here and being a Wikipedian! Please sign your name on talk pages using four tildes (~~~~); this will automatically produce your name and the date. If you need help, check out Wikipedia:Questions, ask me on my talk page, or place {{helpme}} on your talk page and someone will show up shortly to answer your questions. Again, welcome! --JiFish(Talk/Contrib) 00:56, 29 March 2006 (UTC)
Be careful...
Don't make the MyAnimeList article look like an advert. I am not saying you are doing that, currently I don't feel it looks like an advert but website articles can EASILY become adverts by enthusiasm. Also we can try to get it Featured. ^_^!
~~ Sintaku Talk 23:03, 18 March 2008 (UTC)
MyAnimeList
(archive in case of deletion)
| File:MAL-logo-big.png | |
Type of site | Anime, Social Networking |
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| Available in | English |
| Owner | Garrett Gyssler |
| Created by | Garrett Gyssler |
| URL | www.myanimelist.net |
| Commercial | No |
| Registration | Free |
MyAnimeList, often abbreviated as MAL, is an anime social networking website. The site primarily functions to serve as a place for users to keep track of the anime and manga they've watched or read in a highly-organized and stylized list format. In addition, MyAnimeList connects users who share similar tastes, and provides personalized suggestions and a comprehensive source of information on anime and manga.
Although the website was created and is actively maintained by Garrett Gyssler (whose alias is "Xinil" on the site), MyAnimeList is mostly run by its moderators and users. Currently, there are approximately 30 staff members continuously updating the anime and manga databases, moderating the community, and frequently posting up news stories.[1] As of March 17 2008, MyAnimeList has over 40,000 members, with over six thousand signing in every day.[2]
History
MyAnimeList was originally hosted on Garrett Gyssler's personal website, Xinil.net.[3] Launched in November 4 2004, it consisted solely of a no-frills anime list. Databases were absent during this time and the site had no other significant features. On June 29 2005, the anime database was created to standardize anime series' names on every user's list.
Prior to the launch of the first generation forums in 2006, the website utilized the "Panel" system for user communication. This system was similar to the "Profile Comments" feature on MAL today, which is the ability for users to place text messages on another user's profile page. The Panel system was mostly created for users to have the ability to communicate error reports and suggestions to the administrator, but minor discussion and casual conversations often emerged.
The lists were moved to the domain MyAnimeList on April 6 2006, and the first generation forums were launched at the same time. This greatly enhanced communication between members. In the first few months, the forums were largely inactive, having only a dozen or so active members. Near the end of 2006, the forums and the rest of the site significantly increased activity, and the second generation forums were created on December 11. Unlike the first generation forums, which utilized the Simple Machines Forum script, the second generation forums are entirely custom coded by Gyssler from the ground up. At this time MAL was quickly gaining widespread appeal among the anime community. Since then, numerous popular features had been added, including reviews, clubs, recommendations and the launch of the manga database on July 9 2007.
Current Features
MyAnimeList lists Japanese animation, Korean animation, and some Western animation influenced by anime. Similarly, MyAnimeList has information on Japanese manga, original English-language manga, or OEL, as well as dōjinshi (fan comics), manwha (Korean), and manhua (Chinese).
MyAnimeList includes a searchable database of voice actors; information such as date of birth and the actor's name in kanji are listed. There is also a searchable anime character database; each character's page lists the anime and manga series they have appeared in, as well as the actors that have voiced them. Japanese, English, Korean, Spanish, German, French, Brazilian Portuguese, and Italian voice actors can be listed. MyAnimeList has a searchable database of fansubbing groups; each group's page lists the anime that have been fansubbed by the group, and users can rate the quality of the fansub. Another feature is a RSS news feed of anime and manga related news.
Reception
MyAnimeList experienced a dramatic increase in users in 2007 accompanied by many improvements to the site's interface. It has been lauded in numerous anime blogs, citing its "beautiful user-interfaces"[4], discussion pages for episodes of all the current anime, and being a great way to share opinions on anime.[5] It has also been praised for its impressive GUI and its intuitiveness, partially because of its similar design to Facebook.[6]
MyAnimeList has also been listed as "Killer of the Week" in Web 2.0 category by killerstartups.com.[7] By 2008, its popularity and recognition earned the site a mention in Seek Japan's "Best of the Web '08" feature in its "Otaku" category alongside other destinations such as Anime News Network and Danny Choo.[8]
References
- ^ "About MyAnimelist.net - Team". Retrieved 2008-03-19.
{{cite web}}: Unknown parameter|firstname=ignored (help); Unknown parameter|lastname=ignored (help) - ^ "About MyAnimelist.net". Retrieved 2008-03-17.
{{cite web}}: Unknown parameter|firstname=ignored (help); Unknown parameter|lastname=ignored (help) - ^ "History of MyAnimeList.net". Retrieved 2008-03-19.
{{cite web}}: Unknown parameter|firstname=ignored (help); Unknown parameter|lastname=ignored (help) - ^ "My anime list - Passion with Power". 2007-09-18. Retrieved 2008-01-10.
{{cite web}}: Check date values in:|date=(help); Unknown parameter|firstname=ignored (help) - ^ "MyAnimeList.net (MAL) - Otakuspace and a Geek's Organisational Wet Dream". 2007-09-13. Retrieved 2008-01-10.
{{cite web}}: Check date values in:|date=(help); Unknown parameter|firstname=ignored (help) - ^ "My Anime List - Never Again!". 2007-11-13. Retrieved 2008-01-10.
{{cite web}}: Check date values in:|date=(help); Unknown parameter|firstname=ignored (help) - ^ "MyAnimeList.com - Get Your Anime Fix Here". 2007-07-27. Retrieved 2008-01-10.
{{cite web}}: Check date values in:|date=(help); Unknown parameter|firstname=ignored (help) - ^ "Best of the Web '08". 2008-02-01. Retrieved 2008-03-17.
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AfD nomination of MyAnimeList
I have nominated MyAnimeList, an article you created, for deletion. I do not feel that this article satisfies Wikipedia's criteria for inclusion, and have explained why at Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/MyAnimeList (2nd nomination). Your opinions on the matter are welcome at that same discussion page; also, you are welcome to edit the article to address these concerns. Thank you for your time. Collectonian (talk) 17:14, 25 March 2008 (UTC)