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'''CYRENIAN POLICY AND LAW''' | '''CYRENIAN POLICY AND LAW''' | ||
This collection of Policies and Law are not inclusive, but are so that citizen and non-citizen alike might find easy assess to them, and hopefully make everyone aware so they | This collection of Policies and Law are not inclusive, but are so that citizen and non-citizen alike might find easy assess to them, and hopefully make everyone aware so they don't unknowingly break them. Please refer to the [[The Twelve Tables of Cyrene]] for more information. | ||
==City Policies== | ==City Policies== | ||
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Destroying any pennons other than one's own personal property is forbidden and considered theft. In such case that an unauthorized pennon within the city needs to be destroyed, it is the express responsibility of the Senate, MoS and MoW. Theft fines/sentences will be used for transgressions of this policy. | Destroying any pennons other than one's own personal property is forbidden and considered theft. In such case that an unauthorized pennon within the city needs to be destroyed, it is the express responsibility of the Senate, MoS and MoW. Theft fines/sentences will be used for transgressions of this policy. | ||
All pennons placed within Cyrene must be registered with the Minister of Security. | All pennons placed within Cyrene must be registered with the [[Ministry of Security|Minister of Security]]. | ||
10. '''Icons''' - Attacking icons belonging to Cyrenian houses and attacking citizens within local icon areas are both considered enemiable offences upon request of said house leadership. | 10. '''Icons''' - Attacking icons belonging to Cyrenian houses and attacking citizens within local icon areas are both considered enemiable offences upon request of said house leadership. | ||
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In Both Cases: | In Both Cases: | ||
A. The | A. The shop owner must notify the Chancellor of their intention to put in a trap defence, including type and location, and must affirm that they will ensure that the enemies list of the trap setter is acceptable (see below). | ||
B. The shop owner/trap setter must agree to report any problems or difficulties with the trap to the Chancellor and Imperiate, so the policy may be evaluated. | B. The shop owner/trap setter must agree to report any problems or difficulties with the trap to the Chancellor and Imperiate, so the policy may be evaluated. | ||
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Habitual criminals may be made permanent enemies of Cyrene by majority vote of the Senate. | Habitual criminals may be made permanent enemies of Cyrene by majority vote of the Senate. | ||
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! Crime !! Punishment | |||
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| Treason || Permanent enemy status | |||
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| Oathbreaking || Permanent enemy status (on House council's recommendation) | |||
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| Acts of war || 1st offence: 50k fine<br />2nd offence: 100k fine<br />Add. offences: ADS | |||
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| Raiding outside of war || 1st offence: 5 years, 20k fine<br />2nd offence: 10 years, 50k fine<br />3rd offence: 15 years, 100k fine<br />Add. offences: ADS | |||
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| Disrespect on city channel<br />Inappropriate skill use<br /><br />(combined offences) || 1st offence: Warning/education<br />2nd offence: CDF<br />3rd offence: 25k fine<br />4th offence: Ousting | |||
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| Attack/murder in Cyrene || 1st offence: 2 years, 10k fine<br />2nd offence: 4 years, 50k fine<br />Add. offences: ADS | |||
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| Theft and/or robbery || 1st offence: 1 year, 5k fine<br />2nd offence: 5 years, 25k fine<br />Add. offences: 15 years, 100k fine <br /><br />N.B. that enemy status will be mirrored by Shallam. | |||
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| Attacks on city loyals (non-newbies) || 1st offence: 1 year, 10k fine<br />Add. offences: ADS | |||
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| Attacks on city loyals (newbies) || 1st offence: Warning/education<br />2nd offence: 5k fine, EUP<br />Add. offences: ADS | |||
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| Non-citizen harvesting || 1st offence: Warning<br />2nd offence: 1 year, 10k fine<br />3rd offence: 5 years, 25k fine<br />4th offence: 15 years, 100k fine<br />Add. offences: ADS | |||
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| Gleam || See separate section | |||
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| Unauthorised pennon placement || Payment for removal of pennon, in addition to:<br />2nd offence: 1.5k fine<br/>3rd offence: 2k fine | |||
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| '''CITIZENS''':<br />Piking within city limits<br />Unauthorised graffiti within city limits<br />Skilluse and respect offences || 1st offence: Warning<br />2nd offence: Citydisfavour<br />3rd offence: 25k fine (Failure in payment will result in an ousting)<br />4th offence: Ousting | |||
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| '''NON-CITIZENS''':<br />Piking within city limits<br />Unauthorised graffiti within city limits || 1st offence: Warning<br />2nd offence: 1 year, 5k fine<br />3rd offence: ADS | |||
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| Public nuisance || 1st offence: Warning<br />Add. offences: ADS | |||
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| Trespassing || 2 years sentence and 10k fine for each violation | |||
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| Defiling a shrine in Cyrene<br />Attacks on Cyrenian Icons || 1st offence: 5 years, 20k fine<br />2nd offence: 10 years, 50k fine<br />Add. offences: ADS | |||
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| Attacking any Cyrenian unprovoked<br />inside the the Cyrenian Icon areas || 1st offence: 2 years, 10k fine<br />2nd offence: 4 years, 50k fine<br />Add. offences: ADS | |||
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Abbreviations used in this table: | |||
*ADS -- At the Discretion of the Senate | |||
*CDF -- City DisFavour | |||
*EUP -- Enemy Until Paid | |||
PROCESS FOR ADS -- | |||
*When someone reaches ADS level, the aide messages the MoS. | |||
*The MoS sets and inputs fine/time immediately and posts to Senate. | |||
*If any Senator objects, that senator posts and it is then discussed by the Senate and MoS and revised as needed. Otherwise, it stands. | |||
'''Gleam usage and sale''' | '''Gleam usage and sale''' | ||
Punishments for citizen and | Punishments for citizen and non-citizen public use: | ||
*1st offence: Education, and asked to remove themselves from town or public view, and given a verbal warning. | *1st offence: Education, and asked to remove themselves from town or public view, and given a verbal warning. | ||
*2nd offence: 10k fine. Citizens will also serve three days community service and write an essay on the dangers of Gleam use. Non-citizens will be enemied until fine is paid. | *2nd offence: 10k fine. Citizens will also serve three days community service and write an essay on the dangers of Gleam use. Non-citizens will be enemied until fine is paid. | ||
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*4th offense: 50k fine and four years enemy. | *4th offense: 50k fine and four years enemy. | ||
Punishments for | Punishments for shop owners selling gleam: | ||
*1st offence: Education and 10k fine. Shop(s) will be closed until the fine is paid and Gleam removed from stock. Non-Citizens will be warned. Citizens will also need to write an essay on the dangers of Gleam use. | *1st offence: Education and 10k fine. Shop(s) will be closed until the fine is paid and Gleam removed from stock. Non-Citizens will be warned. Citizens will also need to write an essay on the dangers of Gleam use. | ||
*2nd offense: 25k fine. Shops will be closed until the fine is paid and Gleam removed from stock. Non-citizens will be enemied only until fine is paid. Citizens will serve 3 days community service and also receive a CDF. | *2nd offense: 25k fine. Shops will be closed until the fine is paid and Gleam removed from stock. Non-citizens will be enemied only until fine is paid. Citizens will serve 3 days community service and also receive a CDF. | ||
*3rd offense: 50k fine and enemied 4 years. Shops will be seized by the City (with no monetary recourse due to owners). | *3rd offense: 50k fine and enemied 4 years. Shops will be seized by the City (with no monetary recourse due to owners). | ||
Explanation of Enemy status (Taken from old chelp enemypolicy) | |||
Regular enemy status - Same as the majority of our enemies, a time limit and fine are applied and once all conditions are met, the person should be unenemied. This should be automatic. | Regular enemy status - Same as the majority of our enemies, a time limit and fine are applied and once all conditions are met, the person should be unenemied. This should be automatic. | ||
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Indefinite enemy status - There is no time limit applied to such and it will require a Senate vote for a person to be removed from this status, as well as all fines paid. Exceptions can be made as in the case of Aistas fine, as long as a majority Senate is in agreement. | Indefinite enemy status - There is no time limit applied to such and it will require a Senate vote for a person to be removed from this status, as well as all fines paid. Exceptions can be made as in the case of Aistas fine, as long as a majority Senate is in agreement. | ||
Permanent enemy status - Those who are assessed with this status will | Permanent enemy status - Those who are assessed with this status will be permanent, without exception and should only apply to cases of treason, oathbreaking (HMs must send request), and severe habitual criminals. This designation should be used sparingly and only in the most extreme of cases, as there will be no reversal allowed, ever. Majority vote of Senate required in all cases. | ||
Note - If Permanent enemy status is not asked for by the HM on Oathbreaking and the person is placed as Indefinite, the HM must still be consulted prior to ever being unenemied. | Note - If Permanent enemy status is not asked for by the HM on Oathbreaking and the person is placed as Indefinite, the HM must still be consulted prior to ever being unenemied. | ||
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==Anti-Theft Treaty== | ==Anti-Theft Treaty== | ||
The '''ATT Treaty''' is no longer in effect, cancelled by | The '''ATT Treaty''' is no longer in effect, cancelled by mutual agreement between Shallam and Cyrene. | ||
==Skills Use in Cyrene== | ==Skills Use in Cyrene== | ||
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#Legitimate testing is not sparring. The appropriate place for full-out sparring or mutual attacks in the spirit of besting your 'opponent' or proving your mettle is, obviously, the arena. | #Legitimate testing is not sparring. The appropriate place for full-out sparring or mutual attacks in the spirit of besting your 'opponent' or proving your mettle is, obviously, the arena. | ||
#Legitimate testing is not hitting unsuspecting citizens, mounts,loyals or pets without consent. | #Legitimate testing is not hitting unsuspecting citizens, mounts, loyals or pets without consent. | ||
#Legitimate testing does not involve the use of potentially lethal skills, even with consent - whether it be dangerous due to the nature of instant kill attacks or the fact that the target may not have adequate health to withstand the force of an attack. | #Legitimate testing does not involve the use of potentially lethal skills, even with consent - whether it be dangerous due to the nature of instant kill attacks or the fact that the target may not have adequate health to withstand the force of an attack. | ||
#Legitimate testing is not equivalent to using your skills in jest, which is expressly forbidden within our Twelve Tables. Legitimate testing is, in fact, the serious study of a particular skill or set of skills in a particular situation, with the goal of increasing knowledge of offensive or defensive skills for one or both parties. | #Legitimate testing is not equivalent to using your skills in jest, which is expressly forbidden within our Twelve Tables. Legitimate testing is, in fact, the serious study of a particular skill or set of skills in a particular situation, with the goal of increasing knowledge of offensive or defensive skills for one or both parties. | ||
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We wish to ensure that our City Channel remains an open avenue of communication, a place where everyone feels comfortable going to when seeking friendly banter or discussions in general. | We wish to ensure that our City Channel remains an open avenue of communication, a place where everyone feels comfortable going to when seeking friendly banter or discussions in general. | ||
The following rules and guidelines have been established to ensure that profanity, insulting words, and/or derogatory statements | The following rules and guidelines have been established to ensure that profanity, insulting words, and/or derogatory statements don't reach the city channel. | ||
For a more detailed explanation please refer to Cyrene post 998. | For a more detailed explanation please refer to Cyrene post 998. | ||
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*All those over the age of 25 who wish to become citizens of Cyrene must be referred to the Ambassador or a Senator. Those who are between 22 and 25, but found to have a controversial background or class, must also be referred. | *All those over the age of 25 who wish to become citizens of Cyrene must be referred to the Ambassador or a Senator. Those who are between 22 and 25, but found to have a controversial background or class, must also be referred. | ||
*People aged 21 and under may join Cyrene through Indalecio, providing they are not of a limited class or non-Cyrenian house. Those with class or house concerns may be directed to apply. | *People aged 21 and under may join Cyrene through Indalecio, providing they are not of a limited class or non-Cyrenian house. Those with class or house concerns may be directed to apply. | ||
*Cyrene considers loyalty to be of utmost importance, and it should never be a passing thing. As such, the decision to quit the city is not to be taken lightly and will be a primary consideration in the case of future applications to rejoin the city. Furthermore, those who have previously belonged to Cyrene and subsequently left Cyrene three times will not be readmitted to her citizenry for a minimum period of thirty years. If after such period, a person wishes to rejoin the city, they are welcome to apply. Such person acknowledges that | *Cyrene considers loyalty to be of utmost importance, and it should never be a passing thing. As such, the decision to quit the city is not to be taken lightly and will be a primary consideration in the case of future applications to rejoin the city. Furthermore, those who have previously belonged to Cyrene and subsequently left Cyrene three times will not be readmitted to her citizenry for a minimum period of thirty years. If after such period, a person wishes to rejoin the city, they are welcome to apply. Such person acknowledges that prior citizenships (and therein also abandonments) will be very seriously considered along with their application. For each citizenship after three, a thirty years' lapse between is a requirement. | ||
*A letter of application is required for every applicant over the age of 25 years, addressed to the Ambassador. Each letter should fully address the questions listed on page 9 of Cyrene Policy and Law, and answer any questions raised. If the application is incomplete or raises | *A letter of application is required for every applicant over the age of 25 years, addressed to the Ambassador. Each letter should fully address the questions listed on page 9 of Cyrene Policy and Law, and answer any questions raised. If the application is incomplete or raises additional questions that are not answered adequately, an interview with the Ambassador or a senator will become necessary. Interviews are also available for those unable to complete letters. | ||
additional questions that are not answered adequately, an interview with the Ambassador or a senator will become necessary. Interviews are also available for those unable to complete letters. | |||
*The Ambassador will review the application and determine whether the individual is cleared for citizenship, in need of an interview, or requiring a formal Senate vote, posting the application letter and determination to the Senate board and ensuring Project 4 is updated. (see below for general criteria for such determinations) If in doubt, the Ambassador will consult with the Senate. | *The Ambassador will review the application and determine whether the individual is cleared for citizenship, in need of an interview, or requiring a formal Senate vote, posting the application letter and determination to the Senate board and ensuring Project 4 is updated. (see below for general criteria for such determinations) If in doubt, the Ambassador will consult with the Senate. | ||
*In all cases requiring a vote, two letters of recommendations from citizens will be required (as directed below), and posted to the Senate board. | *In all cases requiring a vote, two letters of recommendations from citizens will be required (as directed below), and posted to the Senate board. | ||
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*Members of orders which follow the listed deities are not eligible to become citizens of Cyrene: Shaitan, Apollyon, Indrani, Twilight, Eris, and Thoth, Makali, Keresis | *Members of orders which follow the listed deities are not eligible to become citizens of Cyrene: Shaitan, Apollyon, Indrani, Twilight, Eris, and Thoth, Makali, Keresis | ||
*Lady Artemis is under review by the Senate and not currently allowable. | *Lady Artemis is under review by the Senate and not currently allowable. | ||
*Members of orders that follow the listed deities are eligible to become citizens of Cyrene by petition: Pandora, Aegis and Hermes(4146) | *Members of orders that follow the listed deities are eligible to become citizens of Cyrene by petition: Pandora, Aegis and Hermes (4146) | ||
'''Houses''' | '''Houses''' | ||
*Members of houses which are patroned by the listed deities are not eligible to become citizens of Cyrene: Shaitan, Apollyon, Indrani, Twilight, Eris and Thoth, Makali, Keresis. Lady Artemis is under review by the Senate and not currently allowable. | *Members of houses which are patroned by the listed deities are not eligible to become citizens of Cyrene: Shaitan, Apollyon, Indrani, Twilight, Eris and Thoth, Makali, Keresis. Lady Artemis is under review by the Senate and not currently allowable. | ||
*Members of houses that are patroned by the listed deities must petition the Senate to become citizens: Pandora, Aegis. | *Members of houses that are patroned by the listed deities must petition the Senate to become citizens: Pandora, Aegis, Hermes. Dawnstriders are required by their house to reside in Shallam as Apprentices (Hatchling/Morningchild) and also as Secretaries and HL. Other Dawnstriders can become citizens of Cyrene and need no special approval from their house. | ||
Dawnstriders are required by their house to reside in Shallam as Apprentices (Hatchling/Morningchild) and also as Secretaries and HL Other Dawnstriders can become citizens of Cyrene and need no special approval from their house. | |||
*Druids are not allowed by their house to be members of any city. | *Druids are not allowed by their house to be members of any city. | ||
*Oakstone bans their membership from citizenship outside Eleusis, and our Twelve Tables supports this due to potential conflicted interests, priorities and loyalties. | *Oakstone bans their membership from citizenship outside Eleusis, and our Twelve Tables supports this due to potential conflicted interests, priorities and loyalties. | ||
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==Outline for Application Letter for Citizenship== | ==Outline for Application Letter for Citizenship== | ||
(for those over 25 or of | (for those over 25 or of controversial background or affiliation) | ||
Each letter should address the following questions, and provide additional information as relevant to your unique situation. | Each letter should address the following questions, and provide additional information as relevant to your unique situation. | ||
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If you are of Occultist class, please describe in depth how you plan to balance the chaotic nature of the Occultist skills with Cyrene's way of life? (If this question is unclear to you, seek out the Ambassador or Senate as needed for clarification.) | If you are of Occultist class, please describe in depth how you plan to balance the chaotic nature of the Occultist skills with Cyrene's way of life? (If this question is unclear to you, seek out the Ambassador or Senate as needed for clarification.) | ||
J. If you are of the Shaman class, describe how you reconcile the fact that your skills are drawn from the darker side of mysticism with Cyrene's identity and | J. If you are of the Shaman class, describe how you reconcile the fact that your skills are drawn from the darker side of mysticism with Cyrene's identity and ethos? (If this question is unclear to you, please read HELP CYRENE, The Twelve Tables and HELP CLASS SHAMAN and seek out the Ambassador or Senate as needed for clarification) | ||
K. Is there anything else that you believe the Ambassador and Senate should know in responding to your petition? | K. Is there anything else that you believe the Ambassador and Senate should know in responding to your petition? | ||
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*No wormholes may be made in the subdivision or your home without the permission of the Minister of Security (of Cyrene)'s and/or a senator/Imperiate's approval. Wormholes can be serious breaches in Cyrene security. | *No wormholes may be made in the subdivision or your home without the permission of the Minister of Security (of Cyrene)'s and/or a senator/Imperiate's approval. Wormholes can be serious breaches in Cyrene security. | ||
==Theft and | ==Theft and Shop Owners== | ||
No shop in Cyrene will carry stolen goods, whether stolen here or elsewhere. No | No shop in Cyrene will carry stolen goods, whether stolen here or elsewhere. No shop owner or manager will steal from anyone, anywhere in Sapience, whether the results are sold in Cyrene or not. Both risk permanent confiscation of the shop in question as well as possible enemying. | ||
As well, former thieves who have given up any behaviour not condoned by the Twelve Tables for at least thirty years may apply to own a shop in Cyrene if one is available. | As well, former thieves who have given up any behaviour not condoned by the Twelve Tables for at least thirty years may apply to own a shop in Cyrene if one is available. | ||
All | All shop owners and managers are informed that the City of Cyrene can and will revoke their rights to their shop at any time if any situation presents itself that is deemed necessary to take it away and make the deal void. See the Merchant's Directory (located at CC and South of the News), CHELP SHOPOWNERS or contact the Chancellery for more details. | ||
''This document is current as of 24th of [[Phaestian]], 444 years after the fall of the [[Seleucarian Empire]].'' | ''This document is current as of 24th of [[Phaestian]], 444 years after the fall of the [[Seleucarian Empire]].'' | ||
[[Category:Documents]] | [[Category:Documents]] | ||