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This template can be used to indicate that a particular statement or claim is unverified, and that it requires a source link to confirm.

Usage

• Using Template:Tl at the end of a statement or sentence will generate the tag like this.Template:Cite

Examples

• Use it on claims that obviously require a source. In the below instance, a link to a blog post, press statement or other Valve announcement should be provided.

RSI has stated numerous times that they really dislike the Vanduul.Template:Cite

• However, do not use it on claims that are general game knowledge or would otherwise not require a proper citation.

The Vanduul are an alien race Template:Cite

or

The Hornet is a series of ship.Template:Cite

TemplateData

<templatedata> { "description": "The template is used to identify claims in articles, particularly if questionable, that need a citation to a reliable source.", "params": { "date": { "label": "Month and year", "description": "Provides the month and year of the citation request; e.g., 'January 2013', but not 'jan13'", "type": "string", "autovalue": "{{subst:CURRENTMONTHNAME}} {{subst:CURRENTYEAR}}", "suggested": true }, "reason": { "label": "Reason for citation", "description": "A reason as to why, or for what content, the citation is needed; use single quotes, if any", "type": "string" } } } </templatedata>