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The Flame Journal aims to link to original records and distinguish cultural context, recognition, object descriptions and sales terms. Source publication dates and our checking dates are recorded separately. A checking date tells readers when we consulted a source; it does not establish that activities, classes or product terms described there were still current on that date. Readers can use our guide to checking official sources to verify project names, locations, reference numbers and source dates. English content is translated from the Chinese copy on the same factual basis, helping readers learn about Chinese culture. The absence of an official English source does not prevent translation; our translations are not presented as official wording. Translation must not turn a possibility into a guarantee or omit necessary context and conditions. AI may assist with organisation and translation; content is checked against its sources before publication. When an error is identified, we check the relevant passage, update it and explain changes that affect readers’ understanding. The Flame Journal currently has no commercial relationships. We receive no commissions from external links, gifts or promotional payments. If that changes, the actual relationship should be disclosed alongside the relevant content. Missing product facts are not invented for marketing purposes.