diff --git a/.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/bug_report.md b/.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/bug_report.md
index 6bcafd850..cfffc40be 100644
--- a/.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/bug_report.md
+++ b/.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/bug_report.md
@@ -4,6 +4,8 @@ about: Create a bug report so we can fix it
 
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+*Please fill in this template rather than deleting it*
+
 **Describe the bug, provide any errors**
 A clear and concise description of what the bug is. If present, can you paste the error to https://paste.gg/?
 
@@ -28,4 +30,4 @@ Do you use a proxy (eg. BungeeCord)? What software do you use and what plugins?
 **Checklist**
 - [ ] I have included a Viaversion dump
 - [ ] If applicable, I have included a paste (not a screenshot) of the error
-- [ ] I have tried a build from https://ci.viaversion.com/ and the issue still persists
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+- [ ] I have tried a build from https://ci.viaversion.com/ and the issue still persists