Category: Feature

Description:
Add the ability to link multiple reference posts together into a single chain or series. When users click the reference button, they should be able to view all the linked posts, making it easier to navigate between different parts of a series.

Additionally, introduce an optional notification feature that allows users to ping the author of a referenced post, provided the author has enabled this option. This would work similarly to the notifications users receive when someone comments on their post.

Why add this?:
This feature would be particularly useful for users creating post series, such as competitions, summaries, or introductions to new concepts. It would also benefit moderators hosting events like Cult Wars, where rules, results, announcements, and other important information may be spread across multiple posts.

Currently, users may have to navigate through four or five (or even more) references to find the specific information they need. Grouping related posts into a single reference chain would make this process much simpler, improve navigation, and help keep related content organized.

The optional author notification would also make it easier to bring relevant posts to an author's attention without requiring a separate comment, while respecting each user's notification preferences.