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Wikipedia of Horror: Style Guide

Tone and Voice

  • Encyclopedic but accessible — authoritative without being dry.
  • Neutral point of view on critical debates. Present multiple critical perspectives fairly.
  • Respectful treatment of real-world tragedies that have influenced horror works.
  • Academic rigor balanced with readability for general horror fans.

Article Structure

Film Articles

  1. Infobox (Template:Tl)
  2. Lead paragraph (1–3 sentences summarizing the work)
  3. Plot (use Template:Tl before detailed plot summaries)
  4. Production
  5. Release and reception
  6. Legacy and influence
  7. References
  8. Categories

Literature Articles

  1. Infobox (Template:Tl)
  2. Lead paragraph
  3. Plot summary (use Template:Tl)
  4. Background and publication history
  5. Themes and analysis
  6. Reception
  7. Adaptations (if applicable)
  8. References
  9. Categories

Person Articles

  1. Infobox (Template:Tl)
  2. Lead paragraph
  3. Early life
  4. Career (organized chronologically or by major works)
  5. Style and themes
  6. Legacy and influence
  7. Filmography / Bibliography / Gameography (as applicable)
  8. References
  9. Categories

Subgenre Articles

  1. Infobox (Template:Tl)
  2. Lead paragraph with definition
  3. History and origins
  4. Characteristics
  5. Notable examples (organized by media type)
  6. Key figures
  7. Critical reception and cultural impact
  8. Related subgenres
  9. References
  10. Categories

Citations

  • Use <ref> tags for inline citations.
  • All factual claims must be sourced.
  • Prefer academic sources, established horror publications (Fangoria, Rue Morgue), and authoritative reference works.
  • For Wikipedia-sourced content, always include Template:Tl.

Categories

  • Every article must have at least one category.
  • Use the most specific applicable category (e.g., rather than just ).
  • Cross-categorize where appropriate.

Spoilers

  • Use Template:Tl before sections containing significant plot details.
  • Lead paragraphs should be spoiler-free.

Linking

  • Link to other wiki articles on first mention in each section.
  • Do not over-link — common words and repeated mentions do not need links.
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