XP is earned by getting edits approved. A few habits move you up the leaderboard faster.
Chase the Bonuses#
- +50 XP for your very first edit on VerseDB
- +30 XP for your first edit in each content type — characters, series, issues, creators, publishers, teams, story arcs
Branching across content types is the easiest way to stack several +30 bonuses early on.
Make Each Edit Count#
Complete edits earn more than partial ones. When adding or updating content:
- Fill every field you can verify
- Add cover images when possible
- Include creator credits (writer, penciller, colorist, etc.)
- Link characters and story arcs where relevant
Warning
Don't pad your numbers with low-quality edits or opinion changes. Rejected edits don't earn approval XP, and a pattern of rejections slows your future reviews.
Find Gaps#
The fastest approvals are on fields that need filling:
- Indie publishers often have sparse metadata
- Older series may have incomplete issue lists
- Creator credits are frequently missing — especially for back-issue runs
- Character appearances on individual issues are often unlinked
Stay Consistent#
A few careful edits every week beats occasional bursts. Consistency builds familiarity with the system, keeps your approval rate strong, and earns you XP steadily. See Earning XP, Leveling Up, and Auto-Approval for the milestone table — at Level 25 (Guardian), edits to empty fields start going live without waiting for review.