Starter Framework
Dragon Quest VII Starter Guide
This page is a safe framework for building a starter guide as evidence comes in. It does not contain gameplay-specific instructions, route claims, or item locations yet.
What to Track While Playing
- Current area or story point, using the player's own note label.
- Party state, available systems, and any visible unlocks.
- Items, enemies, shops, prompts, or warnings that appear on screen.
- Anything that may be missable, uncertain, or needs a second check.
How to Capture Notes
- Record timestamp, platform, version if visible, and screenshot/video reference if available.
- Separate exact observations from interpretation.
- Mark uncertain notes as Needs Validation immediately.
- Do not convert memory into fact without a cross-check.
Observation vs Verified Fact
| Label | Use When | Publish Treatment |
|---|---|---|
| Player-Evidence | A real player note or capture exists. | Can be described as an observation, not universal fact. |
| Cross-Checked | Trusted sources or second passes support the note. | Can inform guide structure after wording is original. |
| Needs Validation | A detail is incomplete, uncertain, or placeholder-only. | Must not be published as fact. |
| Pre-Launch Confirmed | Official pre-release material supports a non-gameplay claim. | Use only for confirmed release/platform/context details. |
| Verified | Evidence and review support the claim. | Can be published as a fact within its evidence limits. |