User:Mitaphane

Mitaphane (/'mitəˌfen/) is the screenname for the wikipedian Shawn Conn. When he's not writing about himself in the 3rd person or adding hyperlinks to many things, he's usually writing, playing video games, or following his next big interest in life. He mostly writes wikipedia articles (with some work on Wikiquote) about video games or computers due to his background in Computer Science and video games, but occasionally has other interests he contributes to.

[edit] Beliefs

I am generally against the use of labels when it comes to people and their beliefs. Not only does it frequently create misconceptions about others, it is also divisive. That is not to say labels are pointless; often it is important for groups of people to be "on the same page" so that a group can act in unison for the good of a particular purpose or cause. Case in point, a wikipedian should be a person committed to the causes of the Wikipedia. However, at all times, a person should never surrender their rational thought for the sake of inclusion within a group; it is important to stay vigilant against the blindness of dogmatism. For that reason, there aren't many beliefs I ascribe myself to. Although, there are some beliefs that describe me better than others.

• Politically: Libertarianism
• Theologically: Deism (or perhaps Nihilism depending on my current faith in humanity)

[edit] Wikipedia Related

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This user has a page on Wikiquote.

[edit] Articles Started

• Next Generation Magazine
• Build Engine
• Jump Instruction
• PSX

[edit] Big Contributions

• Star Fox (main gameplay section)
• FTP Site with recent magazine project scans

[edit] To Do

• Create NABC article

[edit] Barnstars

		The Random Acts of Kindness Barnstar
		For the great job that you do at the help desk! -- Lost(talk) 03:14, 9 November 2006 (UTC)

[edit] Other Topics of Interest

This user is a Go player.

This user prefers Belgian beer.

This user enjoys computer and video game music outside gaming.

• Beer
• Critical Thinking
• Tekken
• Video Game Music
• Writing

[edit] Other Links

• Who is the Man With the Name that Rhymes?
• Steve's Backyard Boxing (Retired website) & Newt's unsuccessful article attempt