As you earn XP through contributions, you progress through user levels. Each level has a unique title that reflects your experience and commitment to the VerseDB community.
Level Progression
VerseDB has 100 levels, starting from "Bystander" and culminating at "The One Above All." Here are some milestone levels:
| Level | Title | XP Required |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bystander | 100 XP |
| 5 | Enthusiast | 180 XP |
| 10 | Initiate | 368 XP |
| 15 | Sidekick | 734 XP |
| 20 | Local Hero | 1,431 XP |
| 25 | Guardian | 2,721 XP |
| 31 | Hero | 5,689 XP |
| 50 | Captain | 45,614 XP |
| 75 | Universal Guardian | 361,134 XP |
| 100 | The One Above All | 1,000,000 XP |
Note
Level titles are inspired by comic book hero progression, from an ordinary bystander to cosmic-level beings.
Viewing Your Level
Check your current level:
- Go to your Profile page
- Your level and title are displayed prominently
- See your XP progress toward the next level
What Levels Unlock
Higher levels unlock abilities as you prove yourself as a trusted contributor:
| Level | Unlock |
|---|---|
| 25 | Auto-approval for filling empty fields — When you add new data to blank fields, your edit goes live immediately without waiting for review |
Tip
Reach Level 25 to have your empty field edits auto-approved. This means when you fill in missing information (like a character's birthplace that was previously blank), it goes live right away.
Note
Edits to fields that already have values always go through moderation, regardless of your level. This ensures corrections and changes to existing data are reviewed for accuracy.
What Levels Represent
- Recognition — Your level displays on your profile for others to see
- Experience — Higher levels show consistent, quality contributions
- Trust — Auto-approval for empty fields shows the system trusts your new data
- Community standing — Active contributors earn respect through their level
Roles Beyond Levels
Some roles are based on community needs rather than just XP:
**Moderator**: Help review other users' contributions (by invitation)
**Admin**: Site administration (by invitation only)
These roles are based on contribution quality, community behavior, and site needs.