Rescinded Regulations

Upon this scroll are policies and regulations which are no longer in effect. They are kept here as a reference for future policy makers. The original code of the Knighthood of Serpantol may be found upon these scrolls.

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Aenarion: Holy vengeance (Loot Policy)

Mon Aug 14 23:10:30 2000

To: knighthood

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There has been a rash recently, of people who feel they can treat us as

they like. I for one, am heartily sick and tired of people that loot as

they like and insult us on a whim. Therefore, I am moving slightly from my

policy of discouraging looting. There are cases, when the heavy and

continued looting of a person is the only way to teach them a lesson.

To this end, if someone breaks policy with us, excluding shadow knights and

eclipse, I endorse a swift and harsh retaliation. If some renegade or loner

attacks and kills a knight, I want the same reaction to them.

Use your discretion and initiative when it comes to these cases. But make

sure that people who cross us don't do it a second time.

Aen

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Datai: Holy virtue

Tue Aug 15 02:22:46 2000

To: Aenarion Leumas Aedon

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There has been a rash recently, of knights who feel they may act and

misbehave as they like. I for one, am heartily sick and tired of pages,

squires, and officers who think they may toss virtue and chivalry out the

door on a whim. Therefore, I am standing my ground on my policy of

discouraging looting. There are no cases, when a knight stoops to evil's

level that the victim learns a darn thing.

To this end, if someone breaks policy with us, including shadow knights and

eclipse, I endorse a wise and noble retaliation. If some renegade or loner

attacks and kills a knight, I want them converted, consoled, and recruited

for our side.

Use Austinian's, Nadrik's, and Siccara's discretion and initiative when it

comes to these cases. And be sure that people who cross us don't do it a

second time.

Dat

(Practitioner of Policy Parodies)

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Gwaine: Gareth's Keep and participation in the Gladiator Arena.

Sun May 2 16:24:36 2010

To: Knighthood Gadger Hegeta Randulf ( Annemari Nadrik Austinian Siccara )

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Those of the Keep enter here with an oath of service that does not

accomodate any other oath, nor any other contract binding to any other party

whose purpose is not the furtherance of the goals of the Light.

As to attendance at the arena and betting, these choices are the

responsibility of the individual knight, squire or page according to their

own conscience.

May the Light guide you to an honorable choice.

d'Aggravaine. Crown.

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Gwaine: Stance with the Conclave.

Mon Jul 5 00:24:22 2010

To: Knighthood ( Imm Immortal Immortals Nadrik Austinian Siccara )

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Gareths,

It may to many, and even to I, feel quite the paradox that we accomodate

peace with the Towers when it seems to dribble from every window and crack

with magi of the Ebony.

It may grate even further, to tolerate casual attacks on our own, when these

Ebony magi decide they are bored, or well, I would not even begin to unravel

the motives of these.

This peace with the Towers has long been debated, and it is a decision that

I take to continue this peace. This peace exists so long as the Conclave as

a whole:

* Allows all three Towers equal sway in learning their advanced books,

* That the Towers of the Ivory and Crimson have equal say with the Ebony in

the Council of the Conclave,

* That the Conclave continues to expel any vampires within it, and to bar

entry to any vampires that seek to enter it,

* And finally that the Conclave as a whole maintains an overall neutral or

similar stance in relation to the various matters of policy that arise

relating to incidents that present themselves in the realms.

I trust this outline of our status with the Conclave is food for your

thoughtfulness, Gareths. I trust that you see in this why your discipline

is necessary on the field, that you handle matters precisely as Sir Akasi

Midnite has.

Should any incident occur, show restraint. Do not engage in unseemly

bickering in public. Bring the matter to the attention of the Keep, along

with all the necessary details. You can be assured action will be taken.

It is our duty to render aide to the Light as best as we are able. The magi

of the Ivory fall within this. So unto them offer what support you may,

they are of the Light, and if they have tendency to forget this as a result

of their proximity to the Ebony, let us remind them gently, at first, and

should they not remember, you can be assured, we have other less gentle

reminders also.

d'Aggravaine. Crown.

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Gwaine: Terms of the current war. (Policy with the White Robes)

Mon Jul 26 01:17:43 2010

To: Knighthood White_Robes Cedany Regyt ( Nadrik Kantilles Siccara Austinian Imm Immortal Immortals )

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Knights,

As you know, war is now declared with the Conclave. Yet this is not a war

that is taken without concern for the welfare of those of the faith who

reside in the Ivory.

We are reliably informed that the Crimson was party to this misguided

acceptance of this vampire to their midst, thus to the Crimson, we offer no

quarter.

For the Ivory magi that we encounter, we shall not not attack, unless they

initiate hostilities. If any magi of the Ivory takes hostile action, his or

her name is to be notified to the Keep so that specific individual can be

marked to be treated as an enemy in the future. We shall not take this war

without offering those of the faith the alternative of following the

principles of the Light.

I trust this missive is clear, for any whom have uncertainty, speak to me.

d'Aggravaine, Crown.

White Robes who have rejected the offer of mercy:

Akrie - Has assisted Shadow, Bloodlust, Slayers, the Black Tower, and the Vampire dwarves against us.

Erithi, transmuter - Hunted and attacked Page Dredo.

Firsanthyr - Attacking Knights in the Keeps, and outside clan hall.

Jyoti, minotaur invoker - Not looking for a fight, but will defend other mages and Conclave property.

Khezrac Que'orl, minotaur transmuter - Attacked Sir Branzol Snowdragon.

Limadros Lirdragon, human transmuter - Attacked Dame Datai Amberillo and Sir Branzol Snowdragon with deadly intent.

Makeran Teza, human necromancer - Attacked Page Ashem Taba

Mythrion, pixie illusionist - Attacked members of the Keep and attempted to put Sir Valadris to sleep.

P'rythian, pixie invoker - Aiding shadow in an attack upon Lord Rithor and Sir Valadris

Pujo Emberwing, pixie mage - Conspired with the Slayers to kill Squire Dekkan Rannoch.

Rhagan Arland, human invoker - Attacked Page Ashem Taba

Saiana Ayais, shalonesti elf transmuter - Attacked Dame Datai in a most cowardly manner.

Tazzel, kender mage - Attacked Sir Branzol Snowdragon and called in the black-robes.

Veleris, transmuter - Attacked Sir Branzol Snowdragon, aiding Bloodlust and Wargar against the Knights

Xirdneh, kender invoker - aiding Wargar and Limadros against the Knights

Zaim, tinker gnome enchantor - aiding the Slayers in attempting to kill Sir Chretien

Zewin, mage - directly aiding the Black Robes against the Knights (retired to Arkane)

Ziridian, transmuter - Aiding the black robes against the knights in Misery Keep

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Gwaine: The peace offered the Ivory. (Policy with the White Robes)

Sat May 28 15:26:55 2011

To: Knighthood White_Robes ( Imm Immortal Immortals Nadrik Austinian Siccara Kantilles )

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Magi of the Ivory,

This Keep has long offered peace to those of the Ivory who sought it.

However, this offer of truce has been abused by many of the Ivory, choosing

to enjoy the truce whilst they train, then later when trained to turn on

those who stayed their blades.

This Keep's offer of truce remains steadfast, it is with regret that we

battle the faithful of Kantilles. Those of the Ivory who wish peace with

Gareths, you shall need request such by missive, address to myself, General

Rithor Thorne, or General Anysse Renetar.

d'Aggravaine, Crown.

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Gwaine: Peace with the Towers. (Policy with the Conclave)

Tue Jan 31 15:33:28 2012

To: Knighthood ( Imm Immortal Immortals )

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Men and women of Gareth's Keep

Peace is concluded with the Towers.

Hereforth, knights of the Keep have permission to engage in joint patrol

activities with the Ivory and Crimson against our common foe.

Be aware, we DO NOT form patrol with the Ebony, much as we do not form with

those who bear an evil aura in other allies, such as Wargar or Shalonesti.

Likewise, be aware, the Towers still war the Wrath. If you are formed with

either, be certain not to assist instinctively and accidentally infringe on

the peace now found.

d'Aggravaine, Crown.

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Bodrum: Conclave Policies of Field Combat

Sun Feb 12 16:05:58 2012

To: Conclave Knighthood Shalonesti Kyri Bioteq

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2. 1 - [ AOE Spells ] The use of Area of Effect spells -Cone, call

lightning, chain lighting, wands, etc- must be controlled in the field to

minimize harm toward innocents outside of the group.

2. 1. 1 - [ AOE and Aiding Allies ] The use of Area of Effect spells must

be fully limited around the presence of ungrouped aiding allies. In the

event that an AOE spells is required to stop an enemy from escaping, it rule

STANDS. Better to lose an enemy than a friend. Encourage aiding allies to

form one group to allow more access to our spells.

2. 1. 2 - [ AOE and Unaiding Allies ] The use of Area of Effect spells

must be fully limited around the presence of ungrouped allies. In the event

of an ally not immediately leaving the area of which they have stumbled into

combat, request their departure from the combat area. The use of AOE

spells(as long as not violating other policies) will be permitted in these

situations only to slay an enemy in his attempt to flee. If the ally lashes

out in anger of the spell, do not retaliate. The use of such spells in this

circumstance should only be used in crucial moments and will not be

tolerated otherwise.

2. 1. 3 - [ AOE and Other Mages ] The use of Area of Effect spells must be

limited around the presence of other Conclave members. All members of the

Conclave should attempt to remain in one group to avoid complication with

our most powerful spells. Any magi who attempt to enter combat alongside

their fellow magi must be aware to inform the others of their arrival to

avoid accidental harm, and then to properly join or form a group. The Magi

are expected to use their most powerful tools, therefore those inadvertently

struck will require to use their head and not consider it an insult.

However, magi who refuse to improve their ability to control their spells

will become forbidden to use them.

2. 1. 4 - [ Chain Lightning ] The use of chain lightning in a group

environment is expressly forbidden unless the use of the spell is agreed

upon by the allies or mages involved beforehand. Many magi and allies do

not take lightly to being harmed or removed from a group, even to secure the

death of an enemy. As we are a school of controlling magic, and not an

army, the death of the enemy is not considered an acceptable conclusion to

sacrifice the comfort of a student amongst us. Chain lighting is only

tactically applicable in small groups, if you feel the spell might be

needed, come to an arrangement with the group.

2. 2 - [ Allies and Keeps ] No magi may enter the keep of an ally unless

defending the keep from common enemies or training in the ability of running

through the keep guards. Both actions require a member of the Keep's owner

be informed as to not raise alarm.

2. 3 - [ Engaging Enemies with Allies ] When enemies are alongside allies,

either grouped or in discussion, the Magi are not permitted to engage in

combat unless the allies leave the area-not intending to return-, or the

enemies commit hostile actions. The allies may be requested to leave the

side of our enemy so we may engage, however they are not required to agree

as long as the enemy is not attempting to harm us.

2. 4 - [ Being Engaged upon by Enemies with Allies ] If any group assaults

the Magi while towing along our allies, immediately inform the allies they

must depart the area. Send all reports of this occurring to leadership.

Allies who stand besides our enemies who deal war on us are considered

aiding the enemy by not allowing us to cast our strongest spells, and this

will be considered an act of war.

2. 5 - [ Being Engaged upon by Enemies when we are amongst their Allies ]

If any enemy assaults a group of Magi who are mixed with allies of the

enemy, inform the leadership immediately. As this is a courtesy we provide

to our allies, they should expect this courtesy from their other allies as

well. If our allies are not grouped, as per other policies, do not harm

them with our spells, and request they depart.

2. 6 - [ Grouping ] All magi should attempt to be within one group at

all times if practicing field combat. Mages may join the groups of our

allies instead of a Magi-headed group, however it is encouraged all magi do

so together. Tendencies to avoid grouping with the other magi will be

weeded out.

2. 7 - [ Grouping with Enemies ] As of current, grouping with enemies is

allowed to battle a common enemy. However, this should only be done for the

greater good or the Conclave, or the greater harm to a more hated enemy.

The Council maintains the right the judge subjectively if they feel a mage

has unfounded reasoning for such an event. Much good has come from grouping

with those whom we respect in war to take out those whom wish much greater

harm to the Conclave. If the group disbands, do not surprise them by

assaulting immediately afterward.

2. 8 - [ Corpse Retreival ] As long as the magi is not put in harms way,

all magi are expected to offer a summon for the slain enemy to return to

their corpse.

2. 9 - [ Harassment ] The magi are forbidden from harassment of individuals

whom have shown the utter inability to defend themselves and whom are not

committing hostile actions. This policy comes into effect rarely and relies

on subjective insight. If an individual has already been slain by the

Conclave multiple times, and seems to be unable to learn from their

mistakes, the magi should not be taking advantage of such situations. If

any are found who are stubbornly not learning to protect themselves, inform

their respective clan, and in cases of lone individuals, simply leave them

alone. We are not one to profit from the stupidity of others, but by our

own merits.

2. 1 - [ Aiding Magi ] All mages must aid the others to escape from harm if

able.

2. 11 - [ Warders ] Dragon Warders are allowed to defend their wards

against attacks from ally clans. This is under multiple stipulations. The

Warder must be the ONLY Warder for the dragon. The dragon must not deal war

against the Conclave. The Warder may not hunt with the dragon against our

allies. For instance, the Warder cannot be mounted on the dragon in the

middle of Arkane, and defend him.