Author: rotemliss
Description:
Let's say there are two users, A@awiki and A@bwiki. A@awiki has more contributions than A@bwiki, he may even be a sysop. However, he is blocked for one day, for 3RR or so. A@bwiki notices the block and decides to unify the accounts now, so that he will win the unified account. Though A@awiki can talk to a steward and change that, it is still inconvenient for him.
Thus, a block should prevent a user from winning the unified account only if he is blocked indefinitely. Even this way, problems may occur if a block-war happens, but a steward can sort the few remaining problems (also, admins should hear about the new meaning of indefinite block, and may use this tool more carefully if it's possible that the user will be unblocked). Alternatively, blocks should not be considered when choosing the home wiki.
Version: unspecified
Severity: minor