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'''OpenGeofiction''' (OGF) is a collaborative platform for creating fictional maps. It is based on the [http://www.openstreetmap.org/ OpenStreetMap] software platform, which means that all map editors and other tools suitable for OpenStreetMap can be used to build this fictional world.  The world is set in modern times, with an emphasis on realism. The planet doesn't have orcs or elves. Rather, it features power plants, motorways, and housing projects contrasted with picturesque old towns, beautiful national parks, and lonely beaches.
'''OpenGeofiction''' (OGF) is a collaborative platform for creating fictional maps. OpenGeofiction's dynamic community of hobbyists comes from a wide range of backgrounds, cultures, occupations, and ages. We are a community of mappers that uses our knowledge, experience, and imagination to craft a fictional world, set in modern times and with an emphasis on realism. Our world is not a planet with fantastical or science-fiction elements, like orcs, elves, or aliens. Rather, it features power plants, motorways, and housing projects juxtaposed with picturesque old towns, beautiful national parks, and lonely beaches.


[[File:Free-to-Edit-screenshot.png|280px|right|link=OGF:Territories#Overview Map]]If you'd like to help create this world:
OpenGeofiction was originally started by Thilo Stapff {{OGF user|thilo}} and Johannes Bouchain {{OGF user|joschi81}} as an experiment based on the software of the [http://www.openstreetmap.org/ OpenStreetMap<sup>®</sup> project]. Servers are presently maintained by the user {{OGF user|Luciano}}. Because our site is based on the OpenStreetMap<sup>®</sup> software platform, all map editors and other tools suitable for OpenStreetMap<sup>®</sup> may be used to build this fictional world. Correspondingly, OpenGeofiction contains open data that you are free to use within the parameters of the site license. Please see [[OGF:Copyright|the copyright and license page]] for further details.
#'''Create an account''', agree to the [[OpenGeofiction:Terms of Use|terms of use]] and [[OGF:Contributor Terms|contributor terms]], and verify your email.
#'''Start mapping in one of the <span style="color:#4488ff">█ blue territories</span>''' on our [[OGF:Territories#Overview Map|'''overview map''']] (thumbnail at right, click for explanation of other colors).  These territories are free for all users to edit.  Look at various towns and cities and try building one yourself.
#'''Stick to the rules!''' They are listed below.


Moving on from "Blue" territories:
All users, user data, and services of OpenGeofiction are subject to the site policies, terms of use, and contributor terms.
# You may request to own an <span style="color:#66cc22">'''█ available territory'''</span> (shown in light green on the [[OGF:Territories#Overview Map|overview map]]) by following the '''[[OGF:Territory assignment|territory assignment procedure]]'''.
# You may request to participate in a <span style="color:#cc99ff">'''█ collaborative territory'''</span> (shown in purple on the [[OGF:Territories|overview map]]) by contacting its [[OGF:List of collaborative projects|coordinator]].
# You are also free to choose ''both'' of these options, and of course you may continue editing in blue territories as well.  When requesting a territory of your own, please remember that such requests are always subject to admin approval, so please wait for confirmation before making any edits in the territory.


==Rules==
We are a hobbyist site of persons in free association. Hosting is supported by our members.
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| style="text-align:center;" | [[File:Noun alien grey 2847018 mod.svg|60px]]<br/><span style="color:red">'''Be realistic'''</span>
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* '''Keep it real.'''  No fantasy, science fiction, joke territories, etc.  See [[OpenGeofiction:Verisimilitude]].
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| style="text-align:center;" | [[File:Noun Brain 2290453.svg|60px]]<br/><span style="color:red">'''Be original'''</span>
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* '''No imports from OSM. No copying trademarked maps.''' Doing these things may get you banned.
* No extensive copying of real world geography.  Try to avoid using well-known place names, real or fictional.  No real world companies or organizations.
* '''All images — photos and artwork — [[OGF:Uploading images|must be free to use]]''', and must contain a link to source and/or copyright info.  All wiki text must be your own writing.
* No copying others' mapping, without their permission.
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| style="text-align:center;" | [[File:Noun respect 2985071.svg|60px]]<br/><span style="color:red">'''Be respectful'''</span>
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* '''Show consideration'''. The admin team are volunteers. Please refer to [[Help:Frequently asked questions|the FAQ page]], [[Portal:User Help and Resources|the help and resources portal]], [[OGF:Territory assignment|territory assignment procedures]] and [https://wiki.openstreetmap.org/wiki/Map_features OSM tagging guides] to first attempt self-support. Incomplete or repetitive messages will be ignored and may result in your account being blocked.
* '''No mapping in others' territories''' or '''moving the borders of others' territories''' without their permission.  No writing about others' territories in the wiki without permission.
* Respect the open seas by following the [[OGF:Rules of the sea|rules for sea borders, islands, and shipping lines]].
* Do not extend your territory beyond its shape on the [[OGF:Territories|overview map]].  For borders with unclaimed neighbors, keep them within 10 km of the original line.
* '''No sockpuppets'''. Only one account per user.
* '''No vandalism'''. No offensive or insulting content.  Consult admin before forming any OGF-related group off-site
* No "empires of paper" in the wiki - '''avoid [[OGF:Overwikification|overwikification]]'''.
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| style="text-align:center;" | [[File:Noun working 3211836.svg|60px]]<br/><span style="color:red">'''Be active'''</span>
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* After a prolonged period of inactivity, we may mark your territory for withdrawal. Then, if still no activity happens or we don't otherwise hear from you during the following several weeks, we'll mark the territory as free for other users to claim, and close your account.
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  | colspan=2 style="background:#FFEEEE;text-align:center;" | '''Violating the rules may result in suspension or termination of your account.'''
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==Terms and conditions==
* By participating in OGF you agree to release your contributions under the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike License ([http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/3.0/ CC-BY-NC-SA 3.0]). Of course you are free to choose a more permissive CC license as well. 
* We can't take any responsibility for data backup. Snapshots of the data set are created at regular intervals and can be downloaded from http://opengeofiction.net/backup. Please do this frequently!
* OGF is an experiment, and we don't know if it will work in the long run.  We believe that the most important factor for success of this project will be the readiness of all participants for cooperation wherever that's necessary. Also, keep in mind that we still regard this site as a private homepage rather than a public service. Which means that ultimately we (the admin team) will have the final say about everything. But we really hope to never have to use that power.
==How to sign up==
Click [https://opengeofiction.net/user/new here].
==Contact==
If you encounter any problems or have further questions, please contact us by [http://opengeofiction.net/message/new/admin sending a message to the admin team] — see also our [[Help:Frequently asked questions|FAQ page]] for a list of (hopefully) useful hints to get you started.


{{OGF documentation}}
[[Category:Official OGF Documentation]]
[[Category:Official OGF Documentation]]

Revision as of 22:32, 28 August 2021

Template:About OpenGeofiction

OpenGeofiction (OGF) is a collaborative platform for creating fictional maps. OpenGeofiction's dynamic community of hobbyists comes from a wide range of backgrounds, cultures, occupations, and ages. We are a community of mappers that uses our knowledge, experience, and imagination to craft a fictional world, set in modern times and with an emphasis on realism. Our world is not a planet with fantastical or science-fiction elements, like orcs, elves, or aliens. Rather, it features power plants, motorways, and housing projects juxtaposed with picturesque old towns, beautiful national parks, and lonely beaches.

OpenGeofiction was originally started by Thilo Stapff thilo and Johannes Bouchain joschi81 as an experiment based on the software of the OpenStreetMap® project. Servers are presently maintained by the user Luciano. Because our site is based on the OpenStreetMap® software platform, all map editors and other tools suitable for OpenStreetMap® may be used to build this fictional world. Correspondingly, OpenGeofiction contains open data that you are free to use within the parameters of the site license. Please see the copyright and license page for further details.

All users, user data, and services of OpenGeofiction are subject to the site policies, terms of use, and contributor terms.

We are a hobbyist site of persons in free association. Hosting is supported by our members.


Official OGF Documentation
About OpenGeofiction • Administrative Team • Contact • Contributor Terms • Copyrights • Getting started • Site Policies • Terms of Use
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