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As long as you are still willing and able to help me out when you have the time, this will be the continuation of my third and final large thread for restoring gaming biographical articles. :) While the first two threads dealt with some kind of draft, this one is not about drafts at all, but rather deleted articles. We did the first 12 already in the first part of this thread, which had all just been redirected instead of deleted. We had just started on the next grouping of 12 articles, which actually have been deleted, in this case by PROD or some sort of speedy deletion. Not all those speedy articles are recoverable, but we can at least see if there are enough sources to make them worth looking into. In a few cases we have surviving Internet Archive versions of the articles, but most did not make it into the IA.

Interrupting working on deleted articles first for one that I had forgotten about, which was redirected at AFD. I don't think I asked you about this one before?

David Kenzer AFD (redirected) - game designer whose company, Kenzer & Company, is best known for the comic book series Knights of the Dinner Table, as well as for various role-playing games such as HackMaster [1] BOZ (talk) 11:08, 4 May 2026 (UTC)[reply]

Hi BOZ (talk · contribs). Here are sources about the subject:

Cunard (talk) 06:55, 19 May 2026 (UTC)[reply]

Excellent, thank you! :) I will see what I can do with those. BOZ (talk) 11:42, 19 May 2026 (UTC)[reply]
Thanks, that does help. With the Appelcline source we now have two solid biographical sources, we just need a few more to build proper notability, but I can leave this as a redirect for now. BOZ (talk) 19:55, 19 May 2026 (UTC)[reply]

Regarding Bratz Fashion Party Fever Game (pinged here), the only source I found that is not mentioned in the article or Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/Bratz Fashion Party Fever Game (2nd nomination) is:

  • Brill, Pamela (2004-06-01). "Full House; Manufacturers ante up their trading card games with a new demographic: tween girls". Playthings. Vol. 102, no. 6. Factiva PLTH000020040609e0610000e.

    The article notes: ""Girls have tremendous buying power and are super savvy consumers," says Laura Waniuk, product manager, Upper Deck Entertainment. With this observation in mind, the Carlsbad, Calif.-based company is producing a collectible card game highlighting the Bratz, a brand from North Hills, Calif.-based MGA Entertainment that's already proven its success. Upper Deck leveraged its expertise, while providing itself with the challenge of appealing to a new market. "The Bratz Fashion Party Fever game is unlike any of our others; it's not competitive it's cooperative," says Waniuk. Upper Deck's game centers on fun and fashion, hallmarks of the Bratz brand. Players must work together to dress the Bratz in stylish clothes, getting them onto the dance floor before time runs out. To ensure a strong reception from devoted fans of the dolls, the company worked closely with MGA to mirror the Bratz's distinct fashions. According to Waniuk, Upper Deck constructed fabric insert cards by using real Bratz clothing, creating a seamless connection. Such attention to detail in the game has earned MGA's stamp of approval. The company's CEO Isaac Larian cites "a synergy with all of our licensees, including Upper Deck." The product will launch exclusively at Target in July, and Upper Deck is also exploring other retail opportunities at specialty and mid-tier outlets."

Cunard (talk) 06:55, 19 May 2026 (UTC)[reply]

OK, thank you, I will see what I can do with that. BOZ (talk) 11:43, 19 May 2026 (UTC)[reply]

And one more before going back to the deleted ones, a new draft for a board game designer at Draft:Fertessa Allyse if you see anything for her. A short bio and a list of her game credits here: [2] BOZ (talk) 12:29, 20 May 2026 (UTC)[reply]

Hi BOZ (talk · contribs). Here are some sources about the subject:

  1. Milne, Stefan (2021-09-03). "What's Driving Seattle's Tabletop Gaming Renaissance?". Seattle Metropolitan. Archived from the original on 2026-05-27. Retrieved 2026-05-27.

    The article notes: "One of those introverts is Fertessa Allyse. A few years ago she got into designing games, drawn to them both as a creative outlet and as a way to alleviate any social awkwardness. Last year, she moved from Atlanta to Seattle, because here she saw a growing culture—she’s met several other recent transplant gamers already—and an unusual concentration of game companies. In addition to Wizards of the Coast, there’s Flatout, Calliope Games, and Funko, where Allyse now works as a game producer. ... In turn, conceptions of what tabletop games can be continue to expand. Allyse’s Wicked and Wise, a “trick-taking team game of dragons and mice,” reached its $9,700 Kickstarter goal in one day (and has now garnered upwards of $20,000). But before it hits stores another of Allyse’s games will be on shelves in 2022 (co-designed with Mondo Davis)."

  2. Slack, Joe (2023). The Board Game Designer's Guide to Careers in the Industry. Boca Raton, Florida: CRC Press. ISBN 978-1-000-78435-0. Retrieved 2026-05-27 – via Google Books.

    The book notes: "Fertessa Allyse is a Game Producer at Funko Games, a role she recently acquired. Her main responsibilities are helping with game design and development, along with making sure that games are sticking to their timelines. Fertessa has worked on several family-friendly games for Funko, but isn't able to disclose her projects just yet. ... Funko makes games for the mass market, so it's not the kind of role that most publishers have. However, there are opportunities if you know where to look. Fertessa got noticed because she was putting herself out there, being active in the community, and helping others. Take note of this!"

  3. There are passing mentions here for finalist for the Diana Jones Award and here and here regarding nomination for the Spiel des Jahres award. There is an interview here.

Cunard (talk) 09:40, 27 May 2026 (UTC)[reply]

OK thanks, let me see what I can do with those. BOZ (talk) 11:38, 27 May 2026 (UTC)[reply]

Back to deleted articles!

Dean Essig (CSD) (archived) - wargame designer who started The Gamers, Inc. in 1988, and he died in 2024, with a short bio and a list of his numerous credits here: [3] BOZ (talk) 15:43, 28 May 2026 (UTC)[reply]

Help finding sources?

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Hey, can I ask a huge huge favor? Can you help me find sourcing for the article Dueling Analogs? Without going into a ton of detail, I do have a connection with the guy who made the webcomic. I'm trying to find sourcing to make sure that it can stay up on Wikipedia. Eventually if we have enough I do want to try to improve the page and make it more comprehensive. The main issue is that there was a lot more coverage back in the day, however because it was a video game themed webcomic/site some of the places that covered it has kind of dropped off the internet as time has passed. You have a super knack for finding sourcing, so I was wondering if you could take a look.

You can absolutely say no if you want. I do not want to make anyone uncomfortable with this. The page is in no current threat of deletion, I just want to make sure that it's solid. I dunno if you do email, but you can drop me an email if you want more context. The guy and his family have always leaned more towards privacy so I don't want to go into too much. ReaderofthePack(formerly Tokyogirl79) (｡◕‿◕｡) 14:57, 19 May 2026 (UTC)[reply]

An example of how he was kind of everywhere for a while - Capcom USA actually reposted one of his Dueling Analog artworks. ReaderofthePack(formerly Tokyogirl79) (｡◕‿◕｡) 14:59, 19 May 2026 (UTC)[reply]
Hi ReaderofthePack (talk · contribs). Thank you for reaching out. I am happy to help find sources about Dueling Analogs. When I have more time in the future, I would be happy to help expand the article since you have a connection and said you will not make more substantial changes directly. While conducting research, I came across a recently published page. I'm very sorry about that. I've responded at Talk:Dueling Analogs#Book sources with two book sources I found. Cunard (talk) 09:55, 27 May 2026 (UTC)[reply]
Thank you very much! I had made some tweaks to the page that I figured wouldn't be very controversial (some fixes and adding sources), but I'm hesitant to do anything more than that. ReaderofthePack(formerly Tokyogirl79) (｡◕‿◕｡) 10:53, 28 May 2026 (UTC)[reply]
Hi ReaderofthePack (talk · contribs). There is additional information in the sources, including positive commentary, that can be added to the article. An editor with no conflict of interest would have no issues adding it, though I can certainly understand how it could be considered controversial for an editor with a connection to add it. I plan to expand the article within the next few weeks. Please free to remind me if I don't get to it by 1 July 2026. Cunard (talk) 10:54, 29 May 2026 (UTC)[reply]
Thank you! ReaderofthePack(formerly Tokyogirl79) (｡◕‿◕｡) 14:31, 29 May 2026 (UTC)[reply]
Hi ReaderofthePack (talk · contribs). I've expanded the article using the sources already in the article and the new book sources I found. Please let me know if there is anything else you'd like to add or change. I'd be happy to make further edits. Cunard (talk) 05:06, 21 June 2026 (UTC)[reply]
That looks great - thank you! ReaderofthePack(formerly Tokyogirl79) (｡◕‿◕｡) 10:25, 22 June 2026 (UTC)[reply]

Something for you!

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The Tireless Contributor Barnstar
A toast to your tireless rescuing efforts at the AfDs. BhikhariInformer (talk) 03:01, 20 May 2026 (UTC)[reply]
Thank you for the kind words, BhikhariInformer (talk · contribs), and for your great work closing AfDs! Cunard (talk) 09:55, 27 May 2026 (UTC)[reply]

Draft review request: Alex Kasper

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Hi Cunard. Years ago you participated in a 2011 AfD discussion, where you noted that the article lacked sufficient independent sourcing but also stated that you had no prejudice to recreation if reliable sources could be found. A new draft has since been developed at Draft:Alex Kasper, incorporating a number of additional independent sources that were not present at the time of the AfD. As the subject, I have disclosed a COI and am seeking independent, candid editorial feedback rather than advocacy. If you have a moment and are interested, I would very much appreciate your thoughts on whether the current draft addresses the sourcing concerns raised in the 2011 discussion. Many thanks, Lexlex (talk) 19:23, 30 May 2026 (UTC)[reply]

Long short

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Could you see if there are any RS for https://overgeared.fandom.com/wiki/Overgeared_Light_Novel ? I couldn't get anything in English sources. According to a passing mention in [4]. Piotr Konieczny aka Prokonsul Piotrus| reply here 07:08, 31 May 2026 (UTC)[reply]

You are awesome

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Hi Cunard, I just stopped by to say you are awesome and very much appreciated. Your research skills have saved a lot of articles, and I have learned a lot from you. There have been several times when I thought I'd done an exhaustive BEFORE, and then you arrive on the scene like a messenger of the gods and goddesses with a comprehensive list of sources that were not visible to me. Do you have special X-ray spex that allows you to see thru the covers of books and periodicals hidden deep in the stacks? :-) Well, just thought I'd reach out to share gratitude for what you do here. Netherzone (talk) 00:07, 14 June 2026 (UTC)[reply]

Hi Netherzone (talk · contribs). Thank you so much your very kind words about my research at Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/Robert Stokes (animator), Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/Franz-porcelains, and other AfDs!
Do you have special X-ray spex that allows you to see thru the covers of books and periodicals hidden deep in the stacks? :-) – I wish I did. ;) I shared my research process at User talk:Cunard/Archive 15#Research question. I find the sources through searches in many databases and searches engines and refined search queries when the topic is a common name with many false positives. It can take a substantial amount of time but can unearth many good sources if they're hidden there! :) Cunard (talk) 05:46, 14 June 2026 (UTC)[reply]
Thank you for the link to your X-ray Spex Methodology for finding sources. :-) I appreciate it! Netherzone (talk) 13:46, 14 June 2026 (UTC)[reply]

DYK for Observatorio 1873

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On 20 June 2026, Did you know was updated with a fact from the article Observatorio 1873, which you recently created, substantially expanded, or brought to good article status. The fact was ... that Mexico's Observatorio 1873 began as a military lookout and observatory, and now includes a whale museum, an iguana sanctuary and a zip line? The nomination discussion and review may be seen at Template:Did you know nominations/Observatorio 1873. You are welcome to check how many pageviews the nominated article or articles got while on the front page (here's how, Observatorio 1873), and the hook may be added to the statistics page after its run on the Main Page has completed. Finally, if you know of an interesting fact from another recently created article, then please feel free to nominate it.

 — Amakuru (talk) 00:02, 20 June 2026 (UTC)[reply]

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