Wikipedia talk:WikiProject Television/The X-Files task force

I'd been doing some work to some of those season one articles with that in mind, especially "Ice" and "Gender Bender". Would you be open to agreeing (or not) with another editor to bump some of these to A-Class? I've already left a review for that purpose on "all things" so it could be promoted if you or someone else agrees to it. GRAPPLE X 18:31, 8 September 2012 (UTC)[reply]

I agree with most of these, although I'm not so sure about "Nothing Important Happened Today", but who know. I feel it needs more stuff. "Per Manum" might be good, as well as "Vienen", but other than A-class, I don't think they could get much more than that. I think we could add "Jose Chung's" and "Clyde Bruckman's" to the list too.--Gen. Quon (Talk) 19:48, 8 September 2012 (UTC)[reply]

Well, any article can reach FA; the notion of comprehensiveness doesn't mean "X, Y and Z must be present" so much as "if X, Y and Z are topics of discussion on the subject, then they must be present". So if there's not a lot out there on an episode's themes, for example, then go with what there is and just make sure the actual quality is good. GRAPPLE X 19:56, 8 September 2012 (UTC)[reply]

The Philosophy of The X-Files book has a chapter dedicated to "Clyde Bruckman" and another for "Jose Chung's". There is definitely a lot of things for themes in those two. Glimmer721 ^talk 20:40, 8 September 2012 (UTC)[reply]

While I am not a member of this Wikiproject, I have attempted to leave comments at Featured Article/Topic nominations and review a related article here and there. I got bored and kinda went through the whole series, episode article by episode article... And these are the ones that struct out to me as the easiest FAs. As far as the A-Class thing goes, I'd support whatever was needed.

They all have around 20-30 references, have notable production elements, have intricate reception histories, have a certain "hook" that puts them above the average episode; basically the ones that would stand the best chance. They'd all need to be chrome-tinted though and expanded here and there, something I couldn't offer much help into. But the project in question has been cranking these FAs out at an impressive speed. Bruce Campbell (talk) 21:07, 8 September 2012 (UTC)[reply]

I'd love to get some more season 6, 7, and 8 episodes to FA. I love those seasons.--Gen. Quon (Talk) 19:23, 9 September 2012 (UTC)[reply]

Given the smaller size of some of the mythology GTs, we could pick one (probably volume 3 or 4 if you prefer the tail end of the show) and try to bring it to FT status as a sort of secondary target along with the ongoing GT organisation. Vol 4 might be a good target as it's the smallest (those two-part eps with the same title help to keep the article count low) and "The Truth" is already at FAC; conversely volume 1 might work as "Deep Throat" is there too and eps like "Pilot" make good candidates. I'm happy to work on something together; if we pick a topic and grab an article each to bring up another level. GRAPPLE X 19:38, 9 September 2012 (UTC)[reply]

That's a good idea. Although I like Vol. 3 the most, I think Vol. 1 would be the best one to go with. I think, with a tad bit of work, "Pilot" could become a FA rather easily, and you're closing in on "Deep Throat". I think there's probably enough info on it to warrant a FA, also.--Gen. Quon (Talk) 19:49, 9 September 2012 (UTC)[reply]

Vol 1 would require 8 FAs to be a feature topic; vol 3 needs 9. "Deep Throat" should be there soon (I believe it's just being held up waiting for User:Matthewedwards to respond, might ping him tonight about it) so that'd be 7 more—"Pilot" definitely, "Little Green Men", "Duane Barry", "Ascension", "EBE" probably, any other ideas? GRAPPLE X 20:20, 9 September 2012 (UTC)[reply]

"The Erlenmeyer Flask", maybe? That was GA before you guys came, so you probably have stuff to add. Also maybe "Colony"/"End Game" or "Paper Clip"? They seem like likely candidates as they are pretty important. Glimmer721 ^talk 00:08, 10 September 2012 (UTC)[reply]

Speaking of coming along later; how far have you seen up to now? GRAPPLE X 00:13, 10 September 2012 (UTC)[reply]

I watched "Christmas Carol" today. Glimmer721 ^talk 00:38, 10 September 2012 (UTC)[reply]

I'd be willing to split some of the stuff up. I could work on season 6 and 7 (I plan on working on "The Unnatural" and "Field Trip", as well as "all things" and "X-Cops", which I think have the most potential... maybe "Hollywood AD"... not so sure about that one).--Gen. Quon (Talk) 20:26, 14 September 2012 (UTC)[reply]

I'm nearing in on finalizing "The Unnatural", "Field Trip", "The Sixth Extinction II: Amor Fati", and "Deadalive" for pre-FA. How do they look so far?--Gen. Quon (Talk) 19:15, 16 September 2012 (UTC)[reply]

I've been meaning to get to "The Truth"'s FAC, should manage it tonight; but I'll offer A-Class reviews on more article if you want those as well. Which would you say are your next concerns? GRAPPLE X 19:22, 16 September 2012 (UTC)[reply]

I'd say those four. Also "all things". I'm going to work on those five and get them all ready. I think "Unnatural", "Field Trip", and "Sixth Extinction II" are ready for A-class. "Deadalive" needs more critical stuff.--Gen. Quon (Talk) 19:44, 16 September 2012 (UTC)[reply]

I'd review them if I had seen them...but they look good. Glimmer721 ^talk 22:45, 16 September 2012 (UTC)[reply]

For the record, I call dibs on Humbug (The X-Files). Bruce Campbell (talk) 02:12, 8 October 2012 (UTC)[reply]

Updated with subsequent FA and A assessments GRAPPLE X 05:53, 21 November 2012 (UTC)[reply]

After working on the stub Teliko, and getting the once-diminutive Oubliette to FAC, I've noticed that with the absurd amount of attention the series has received, you could basically promote any article at all to FA with enough research. I think my list is really outdated in retrospect tbh. Someone really crazy could even get Space or Teso Dos Bichos there. Bruce Campbell (talk) 03:37, 22 November 2012 (UTC)[reply]

Space is on my list, right after Tooms, which is right after Ice. I wanna get season one to FT so I'll be working exclusively with that for a bit. But yeah, the attention is crazy. Especially seasons one to maybe four, which are covered by several dedicated books and websites. GRAPPLE X 03:40, 22 November 2012 (UTC)[reply]

I didn't really think there was any type of endgame, I was just working with my favorite episodes. I will definitely work on the underrated "Darkness Falls" (which I prefer more than "Ice" tbh). I made this in the meantime, still probably lacking. lol Bruce Campbell (talk) 03:55, 22 November 2012 (UTC)[reply]

To me, the endgame is just to keep going til we burn out or everything's as high as it's going to go. I don't know if you've seen it but User:Grapple X/GT prep has some long-term planning in it, some of it's a bit more far-fetched than the rest I guess. GRAPPLE X 03:57, 22 November 2012 (UTC)[reply]

Either we turn into those weird road people and everyone else just stops commenting at the FACs (which is already kinda happening) or the copy-editors get sick about reading about aliens. Either way everyone involved is getting alot of stars while lasts. lol Bruce Campbell (talk) 04:09, 22 November 2012 (UTC)[reply]

When they get fed up with aliens, hit them with bible stories. GRAPPLE X 04:10, 22 November 2012 (UTC)[reply]

You guys are awesome.

I see you guys everywhere—FAC, FLC, FTC, GAN—and wanted to thank you for your hard work. The statistics speak for themselves; 250 out of 620 X-Files articles are at least a GA. I've never such numbers in five years on Wikipedia!

I'm currently watching the entire show myself (just saw Season 2's "Blood"), and reading these articles afterwards definitely adds to the experience.—indopug (talk) 11:02, 15 September 2012 (UTC)[reply]

Glad you're getting the use out of it! That's what I was doing as I first watched the show, but there was a lot less to read two years ago. Bearing in mind that 620 includes about 100 files and maybe another 100 admin/book-keeping pages (books, project pages, templates) then I think we're going great. It's definitely achievable to get everything in the project to Good or better status. How are you finding the series anyway? If you're well into season 2 you've already seen most of my favourites, but keep an eye out for "Anasazi". GRAPPLE X 13:43, 15 September 2012 (UTC)[reply]

A-Class articles

Here's some articles that have been opened up for A-Class assessment:

"Terms of Endearment (The X-Files)" (1 of 2)
"The Unnatural (The X-Files)"
"Field Trip"
"The Sixth Extinction II: Amor Fati"
"all things" (1 of 2)
"Deadalive"
"Gender Bender (The X-Files)" (1 of 2)

Please add suggestions and comments if you'd like! :)--Gen. Quon (Talk) 01:17, 20 September 2012 (UTC)[reply]

Have added one; marked those with some comments. Will comment some more now. GRAPPLE X 01:21, 20 September 2012 (UTC)[reply]

Cool. I've really beefed up "all things" (I added some more info in production and themes and converted the "Episode Commentary" into individual citations) if you want to take another quick peak. I feel its a lot better now than it was.--Gen. Quon (Talk) 04:00, 20 September 2012 (UTC)[reply]

All A-Class reviews, nominations, and comments on them, have all been moved to their own pages at WP:TXF/ACR, please leave further comments, and new nominations there. Thank you. TBr and ley 03:36, 24 September 2012 (UTC)[reply]

The Lone Gunmen (TV series) at Articles for Improvement.

Dear members of the The X-Files WikiProject. This notification is sent from the Articles for Improvement team to let you know that the article The Lone Gunmen (TV series), which has been tagged as part of the project, has been selected to receive a community improvement.

Users and members of the project that are willing to help, may do so in the article's entry on the Articles for Improvement page.

Regards. — ΛΧΣ21™ 05:42, 4 November 2012 (UTC)[reply]

"X-Files" A-Class review

If anyone would like, there are a few episodes that are up for A-class review at Wikipedia:WikiProject The X-Files A-Class review. It would be super awesome if someone could give them a read through and list any issues. Thanks!--Gen. Quon (Talk) 00:05, 18 November 2012 (UTC)[reply]

I'd do it if I had seen them...just finished "Tithonus". Glimmer721 ^talk 17:43, 18 November 2012 (UTC)[reply]

Sowwy. I've had a tab open for days as I've been meaning to review "Milagro". I'll grab one or two tonight. GRAPPLE X 18:42, 18 November 2012 (UTC)[reply]