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XP System and Leveling Guide on VerseDB

VerseDB rewards contributors with Experience Points (XP) for improving the database. Earn XP, level up, and unlock powerful new editing capabilities!

How the XP System Works

What is XP?

Experience Points (XP) are earned by contributing to VerseDB:

  • Submit content edits
  • Get edits approved by moderators
  • Fix errors and fill in missing information
  • Add relationships (creators, characters, story arcs)

How to Earn XP

XP is awarded at two stages:

1. Submission XP (Base: 10 XP)

Earned immediately when you submit an edit for review.

2. Approval XP (Base: 25 XP)

Earned when a moderator approves your edit.

📌 If your edit is auto-approved (Level 50+), you earn both submission and approval XP instantly!

XP Rewards by Content Type and Field

Reward Configuration System

Different fields award different amounts of XP based on:

  • Content type (Character, Series, Issue, etc.)
  • Field complexity (Simple, Medium, Complex)
  • Priority multiplier (Admins can prioritize specific fields)

XP Calculation Formula

Total XP = Base XP × Complexity Multiplier × Priority Multiplier

Field Complexity Levels

🟢 Simple Fields (1x multiplier)

  • Name corrections
  • Basic typo fixes
  • Formatting improvements

🟡 Medium Fields (1.5x multiplier)

  • Descriptions and biographies
  • Dates and publication details
  • Image uploads

🔴 Complex Fields (2x multiplier)

  • Relationship management (creators, characters)
  • Story arc associations
  • Team member additions
  • Publisher relationships

Bonus XP Opportunities

First Edit Bonuses

  • First Edit Ever: +50 XP
  • First Edit in Category: +30 XP (e.g., first character edit, first series edit)

Special Achievements

  • Error Correction: +20 XP (fixing content marked with errors)
  • Bulk Contributions: Higher XP for extensive edits
  • Campaign Bonuses: Limited-time campaigns with multiplied rewards

Example XP Earnings

Action Base XP Bonus XP Total XP
Submit first character edit 10 +50 (first ever) + 30 (first category) 90 XP
Edit approved 25 - 25 XP
Submit character description 10 × 1.5 (medium field) - 15 XP
Add creator to series 10 × 2 (complex field) - 20 XP
Fix marked error 10 +20 (error correction) 30 XP

The Leveling System

Level Overview

VerseDB has 100 levels with unique names:

  • Each level requires accumulated XP
  • Higher levels unlock new permissions
  • XP requirements increase exponentially

Level Formula

XP Required = (Level²) × 100

Example Level Thresholds

Level XP Required Cumulative XP Level Name
1 100 100 Newcomer
5 2,500 2,500 Contributor
10 10,000 10,000 Archivist
20 40,000 40,000 Chronicler
30 90,000 90,000 Curator
50 250,000 250,000 Guardian
75 562,500 562,500 Sage
100 1,000,000 1,000,000 Mythmaker

📌 See the full list of level names in the VerseDB documentation.

Permissions Unlocked by Level

Level 1-4: New Contributor

Capabilities:

  • Submit edits for review
  • View content
  • Basic profile features

Permissions:

  • None (all edits require approval)

Level 5-9: Contributor

Capabilities:

  • Edit basic character information
  • Edit basic issue information

Permissions:

  • edit.characters.basic
  • edit.issues.basic

Level 10-19: Archivist

Capabilities:

  • Edit series information
  • Edit creator profiles

Permissions:

  • edit.series.basic
  • edit.creators.basic

Level 20-29: Chronicler

Capabilities:

  • Edit character relationships
  • Edit publisher information

Permissions:

  • edit.characters.relationships
  • edit.publishers.basic

Level 30-49: Curator

Capabilities:

  • Approve basic edits from other users
  • Review simple submissions

Permissions:

  • approve.edits.basic

Level 50-74: Guardian 🌟

Capabilities:

  • Auto-approval for basic edits (no moderation needed)
  • Skip review process for simple changes

Permissions:

  • bypass.approval.basic

Level 75-99: Sage ⭐

Capabilities:

  • Auto-approval for ALL edits (no moderation needed)
  • Full editing freedom across all content types

Permissions:

  • bypass.approval.all

Level 100: Mythmaker 👑

Capabilities:

  • Manage AI suggestions
  • All previous permissions
  • Highest contributor status

Permissions:

  • manage.ai.suggestions

Tracking Your Progress

View Your Stats

Check your profile to see:

  • Current Level and level name
  • Current XP and total XP earned
  • XP to Next Level (progress bar)
  • Recent Contributions (XP history)

XP Progress Percentage

The system calculates how close you are to the next level:

Progress = (Current XP - Previous Level XP) / (Next Level XP - Previous Level XP) × 100

Example:

  • Level 10 requires 10,000 XP
  • Level 11 requires 12,100 XP (difference: 2,100 XP)
  • You have 11,000 XP
  • Progress: (11,000 - 10,000) / 2,100 = 47.6% to Level 11

Recalculation System

Automatic Recalculation

VerseDB periodically recalculates your XP and level based on:

  • All approved submissions
  • XP audit trail
  • Historical contributions

Why Recalculation Matters

  • Ensures accuracy if rewards change
  • Fixes any calculation errors
  • Updates levels based on new thresholds

Manual Recalculation

Admins can manually trigger recalculation if:

  • You believe your XP is incorrect
  • Reward configurations changed
  • System updates affected calculations

Tips for Maximizing XP

1. Focus on High-Value Fields

  • Complex fields (relationships, story arcs) award 2x XP
  • Medium fields (descriptions) award 1.5x XP
  • Balance quantity with quality

2. Contribute Across Categories

  • Earn first category bonuses for each content type
  • Edit characters, series, issues, creators, publishers, story arcs, and teams
  • Diversify your contributions

3. Fix Errors

  • Look for content marked with errors
  • Earn +20 XP bonus for error corrections
  • Help improve database accuracy

4. Maintain High Approval Rate

  • Quality submissions lead to higher trust scores
  • Higher trust scores lead to faster level progression
  • Avoid rejected submissions

5. Stay Active

  • Regular contributions add up quickly
  • Participate in limited-time campaigns
  • Check for multiplier events

XP Audit Trail

What is the XP Audit?

Every XP transaction is logged with:

  • Amount of XP awarded
  • Reason for the award
  • Timestamp of when it was awarded
  • Type (addition, subtraction, adjustment)

Viewing Your XP History

Access your XP audit trail in your profile:

  1. Go to Profile → Contributions
  2. View XP History tab
  3. See detailed breakdown of all XP earned

Recent Contributions Display

Your profile shows your 5 most recent XP awards with:

  • XP amount
  • Reason (e.g., "Edited Spider-Man's description")
  • Date and time

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to level up?

Leveling speed depends on:

  • Contribution frequency – More edits = faster progression
  • Field complexity – Complex edits earn more XP
  • Approval rate – Higher quality = more approved edits

Example progression:

  • Casual contributor (5 edits/week): ~3-6 months to Level 50
  • Active contributor (20 edits/week): ~1-2 months to Level 50
  • Power contributor (50+ edits/week): ~2-4 weeks to Level 50

Can I lose XP?

No, XP is never deducted. However:

  • Rejected submissions don't award approval XP
  • Only approved edits count toward leveling

Do rejected edits affect my level?

Rejected edits don't reduce XP, but they:

  • Don't award approval XP
  • Lower your trust score
  • May slow your progression

What happens at Level 100?

Level 100 is the maximum level. You'll:

  • Keep earning XP
  • Maintain all permissions
  • Have "Mythmaker" status
  • Access to all features

Next Steps

Ready to level up? Start submitting edits today!

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