Issued Year 184 of the Second Age

With word of war reaching the ears of our most esteemed leaders of The Concord of Coastal Companions, we all hereby honor our pledge of mutual defense, trade and prosperity for the greater good of the East.
 

It appears that The Rexdom of Lurak has deemed our Jungle brethren as their enemy, and thus will be met with an united front. Your threats were heard, crystal clear, and preparations have been made in accordance. It is our hope that the new Rex will come to their senses and accept humiliation through surrender before we enforce it through our actions.


THE CCC STANDS UNITED

Signed,

The Silver Lubba of the Most Serene State of Lurin, 

Matron of House Uialben, Heiress of House Anarion,

Protector of the Whispering Isles, etcetera.
 

The 10th Sovereign of the Depths,

Monarch of the Unified Domain of Vortice


Head of Foreign and Internal Affairs to the Unified Domain of Vortice

The Queen of Vikela, La Violetta

Thain of Dunwen, Head of the Applefoot Familyline, Blood Son of the First Thain, The Scarred Elder, Realmholder of Dunfarthing

The Codex on Vikela Law 

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Foreword,

The Kingdom of Vikela in all of its various appendages and holdings are bound by this codex of law. These laws are derived from the rule of the King or Queen and their lineage. The Kingdom is in practice of the law and the codex of all documented decrees of the Monarch. No exception or alteration to this Codex is to be made by any other than the reigning Monarch and their representatives to this Codex of law. This Codex overrules all current and previous laws held in effect over The Kingdom of Vikela. Ignorance of the law does not exempt one from the enforcement of the law.

Rights of Vikela,

 All rights shall fall to any person within the sovereign grounds of the Kingdom of Vikela and are inalienable in nature, never to be infringed upon, so long as they are exercised in good faith to the Sovereign and its people. The Sovereign shall forever make every effort to uphold these rights as is their obligation to the people they serve. Acting in opposition to these rights shall not be tolerated by the people, shall not be Allowed by their leaders or contradicted by future authors of the law.
 

Right to Trial

All people shall be guaranteed the right to fair trial for all crimes not deemed Heinous or despicable in nature as defined by the Sovereign.
 

Right to Privacy

All people shall be guaranteed reasonable privacy of their own affairs which shall not be infringed upon without reasonable certainty of dangerous, seditious, or illegal practice.

Right to Peace

People residing peacefully within our sovereign land shall pass unmolested and unharmed by any other person without due cause.

Right to Voice

Citizens reserve the right to voice their complaints, ideas and suggestions to the King or Queen, as well as their agents or representatives, without fear of retribution so long as the words remain honest, honorable and bring no harm to Vikela. 

Right to Defend

The right to defend oneself shall be retained indefinitely as well as all means to do so in order to protect home, family, the weak or Vikela should the call ever arise to  do so.

Table of Contents

1. Legally Important Terms

2. Defining Reasonable Punishments 

3. General Laws of Vikela

   1. Pertaining Acts of Theft

      1. Burglary

      2. Robbery

      3. Other

   2. Pertaining Acts of Violence

      1. Assault

      2. Murder

   3. Pertaining Acts of Malicious Intent

      1. Fraud

      2. Espionage

      3. Vandalism

      4. Kidnapping

      5. Aiding an Outlaw

      6. Undermining Authority & Defenses

   4. Poaching and Hunting

      1. Poaching Animals

   5. Dark Arts

      1. Darkspawn practices and Necromancy

   6. General Policy

      1. Littering

      2. Drug Use

4. Taxes

5. Pertaining Vassals of Vikela

6. Pertaining to The Military

Definitions of Legally Important Terms

Citizen

A citizen is defined as someone who legally physically inhabits some part of  The Kingdom of Vikela. Citizenship is lost once someone permanently leaves Vikela land or The Kingdom of Vikela. For citizenship to be proven a record must be present in the Vikelan Registry, a document held by the Sovereign Government. 

Stewards

Stewards are tasked with watching over the citizens of Vikela, they manage the basic day to day tasks of the city. This includes making sure citizens have housing, the city registry is updated and that empty houses don't have unapproved people living in them. Stewards can solve most citizens' problems or direct them to the proper people. 

Military

Military Personnel are the citizens of Vikela that have taken the extra step in protecting the Kingdom and City. Led by the Warfare Ministry, the Military Branch of Vikela stands and defends the city's streets, walls, and gates. 

Tradesmen

A tradesmen is any citizen of Vikela that sells goods from a named shop or enterprise, be it in a storefront, caravan, or from within their own home.

Inalienable

In the context of Vikela law means that if you are a citizen you retain whatever rights are granted for as long as you are in fact a citizen.

Criminal

A criminal is defined as anyone who breaks any law found within this Codex. Foreign Crimes do not automatically constitute someone's criminality in Vikela, but may be considered in context of one's citizenship in Vikela or a trial.

Property

An area of land in which one is allocated ownership under the crown's jurisdiction, paid for via mina or other means of labour. 

Defining Reasonable Punishments

The Following Definition serves as a rubric on punishments which may be sentenced to those people who have been deemed to have committed a crime. No entity [Magistrate] shall issue a Punishment or Penalty greater than Listed below aside from The Lord Magistrate or ruling Sovereign. Those sentencing shall use a prudent hand in doling out all punishments, never meeting the maximum punishment without overwhelming evidence of heinous intent, disrespect, or lack of remorse. Those who fail to provide reasonable punishment may face charges equal to that which qualify.

Class D Crimes

Class D (Petty Crime): Fine of no more than 150 Mina, delivery of no less than 50 iron ingots or bread loaves, written and signed statement of apology.

Class C Crimes

Class C (Minor Crime): Fine of no more than 500 Mina,  banishment of no longer than 2 years, delivery of no less than 100 iron ingots/bread loaves or 25 leather, up to 20 lashes by whip upon the back.

Class B Crimes

Class B (General Crime): Fine of no more than 1,000 Mina, banishment of no longer than 10 years, delivery of no less than 150 iron ingots/bread loaves or 50 leather. Up to 30 lashes by whip upon the back, branding of a limb or other part of the body.

Class A Crimes

Class A (Major Crime): Fine of no more than 2,000 Mina, banishment for no less than 10 years, delivery of no less than 200 iron ingots/bread loaves or 100 leather. Pillory for no less than 24 hours, no less than 50 lashes by whip upon the back, branding of the body, loss of one’s limb or extremity, execution by firing squad or being  hung by the neck until dead.

Evading Punishment

In the instance of a convicted criminal fleeing before their punishment is enacted, a manhunt will ensue in which a bounty is placed upon the head of said criminal for the people of Aevos to seek. Said bounty will be in correspondence to the mina fine owed, and the mina fine will double to compensate the Kingdom.

Laws of Vikela Lands

01. Pertaining Acts of Theft

01.01 Burglary; defined as the stealing of goods from one’s property.

01.01.01 Minor Burglary (Class D)
The theft of 200 Mina or less, in equivalent goods or coins.

01.01.02 Burglary (Class C)
The theft of 500 Mina or less, in equivalent goods or coins. 

01.01.02 Major Burglary (Class B)
The theft of 700 Mina or less, in equivalent goods or coins.

01.01.02 Grand Burglary (Class A)
The theft of greater than 700 Mina, in equivalent goods or coins.

01.02 Robbery; defined as the stealing of goods from one’s person.

01.02.01 Minor Robbery (Class D)
Brandishing a weapon or threatening violence to achieve the theft of less than 200 Mina, in equivalent goods or coins.

01.02.02 Robbery (Class C)
Brandishing a weapon or threatening violence to achieve the theft of less than 350 Mina, in equivalent goods or coins.

01.02.03 Grand Robbery (Class B)
Brandishing a weapon or threatening violence to achieve the theft of greater than 500 Mina, in equivalent goods or coins.

01.03 Other Theft; defined as the theft of other goods, services, time ect.

01.03.01 Breaking Contracts (Class C)
Violating a previously agreed upon contract (that has been registered and sealed by the King and/or Queen) between two parties, in order to boost profits or deprive the other of their labors.

01.03.02 Animal Theft (Class B)
The theft or slaughter of any animal(s) belonging to anyone other than yourself.

01.03.03 Donation Theft (Class B)
The misuse of any donated supplies meant for the city or the practise of  conning into supporting false or misleading charitable causes. This includes and is not limited to anyone found accepting donations on behalf of House de Astrea and The Kingdom of Vikela without the approval of the King and/or Queen or their representatives.

02. Pertaining Acts of Violence

02.01 Assault; defined as physical attacks upon another.

02.01.01 Third-degree (Class D)
An unplanned attack upon another causing minor injury, such as drunken brawls or bouts of passion.

02.01.02 Second-degree (Class C)
An unplanned attack upon another causing minor injury.

02.01.03 First-degree (Class B)
A planned attack of any form or upon an unplanned attack causing grievous or debilitating injury.

02.01.04 Assault Against The Crown (Class A)
Any form of attack or attempted attack made against the Crown or direct heir to the crown.

02.01.06 Torture
The Unlawful and purposeful harming of descendants be they a captured prisoner or layman with the intention of causing suffering or extracting information.

02.02. Murder; defined as the unlawful killing of one.

02.02.01 Attempted Murder (Class B)
The unplanned attempt of taking another’s life and failing in doing so.

02.02.02 Second-degree (Class B)
The unplanned killing of anyone's life within Vikela territory.

02.02.03 First-degree (Class A)
The planned killing of anyone's life within Vikela territory.

02.02.04 Raiding (Class A)
The attacking of Vikela forces, Citizens or lands in force regardless of justification.

03. Pertaining Acts of Malicious Intent

03.01 Slander; defined as spreading of false and damaging information

03.01.01 Defamation of Character (Class D/C)

Actively harming one’s reputation with baseless claims. Usually only brought up if drastic. 

03.02 Fraud; defined as deception for unlawful gain.

03.02.01 Petty Impersonation (Class D)
Impersonation of a citizen, a guard, or a noble with petty intention. Outcomes of such are not severe, and do not result in the harm of others.

03.02.02 Impersonation (Class C) 

The impersonation of a citizen, a guard, or a noble with harmful intention. Outcomes of such are that in which result in harm of others, either physically or emotionally. See to defamation additionally if ones character comes to be harmed.

03.02.03 Petty Impersonation (Class D)
 

03.02.02 General Fraud (Class C)
Purposely deceiving another for unlawful gain. (Does not include signed contracts)

03.03 Espionage; defined as the unwarranted spying upon another citizen

03.03.01 Peeping (Class D)
Purposefully pressing oneself against or looking through the window of a property to peep inside their residence and spy on the inhabitants with no harmful intent

03.03.02 Minor Espionage (Class C)
Spying upon a citizen to achieve unlawful gain or knowledge.

03.03.03 State Espionage (Class A)
Spying upon a state appointed official to achieve unlawful gain or knowledge. 

03.03.04 Trade Espionage (Class B)
The unlawful gain of Vikela trade secrets.

03.04 Vandalism; the unlawful destruction of property

03.04.01 Minor Vandalism (Class C)
Destruction of property totalling equal to or less than 200 Mina in damages. 

03.04.02 Major Vandalism (Class B)
Destruction of property equal to or less than 350 Mina in damages. 

03.04.03 Grand Vandalism (Class A)
Destruction of property totaling more than 500 Mina in damage

03.05 Kidnapping; the unlawful seizure or holding of another in one’s custody.

03.05.01 Kidnapping (Class B)
Capturing/ holding one against their will unlawfully.

03.05.02 Grand Napping (Class A)
Capturing/ Holding of any member of the House de Astrea Bloodline or Members of the High Council against their will unlawfully.

03.05.03 Slavery (Class A)
The Keeping of slaves within The Kingdom of Vikela.  

Registration of visiting slaves.
At discretion of the King and/or Queen for purposes of diplomatic negotiation an exception to article c is for foreign visitors from a land in which slavery is legal to register their slaves. Any and all slaves must be properly registered with city authority, a Steward or High Council member. Registered slaves will be compensated for services rendered while in the bounds of Vikela at current rates for any services rendered. Registered slaves will be granted legal protections of citizens even from their masters while in Vikela.

Time limit on protections for owners of registered slaves.
Registered slaves remaining in Vikela for over one week’s time will be considered freed, the protections of registration no longer applying. The same visitors may re-register slaves after an absence from the city of at least one week from Vikela lands

03.05.03 Slave Hunting/Capturing (Class A)
The hunting or capturing of members of sentient races for the purpose of slave trading..

03.06 Aiding an Outlaw; defined as granting aid or shelter to a fugitive of House de Astrea.

03.06.01 Petty Aid (Class C)
Providing a fugitive sustenance or any means to escape capture. 

03.06.02 Aiding (Class B)
Providing a fugitive shelter or knowingly aiding them in escaping capture. 

03.06.03 Accomplice (Class B)
Knowingly helping a fugitive further commit crimes within Vikela or against House de Astrea before their escape.

03.07 Undermining Authority & Defenses; defined as knowingly acting against Vikela Interests interests

03.07.01 Circumventing defenses (Class A)
Any act intended to or seen to diminish, divert or damage resources of the Military and the static defences of the city.

03.07.02 Undermining Authority (Class B)
Undermining the authority of any member of House de Astrea hierarchy or the Vikela government through malicious acts or words in the aim of harming citizens. 

03.07.03 Undermining the de Astrea Bloodline (Class X)
Undermining the authority or any attacks or hostile action taken against members of the House de Astrea bloodline are an immediate life in prison sentence, or the death penalty as decided by the King and/or Queen.

03.07.04 Disobedience of Authority (Class C)
Purposely disobeying instructions from the King and/or Queen or their agents and representatives within the Vikela Government or ranking a member of the Vikela Military. 

03.07.05 Violating Restricted Area (Class  B)
Entering or being in or on any military Installation of Vikela without the authority to be in the area without an Authorized Escort.

03.07.06 Violation of Treaties (Class A)
The Act of any Resident, Citizen or Visitor of Vikela that purposefully acts in a way that can jeopardize or conflicts with any Treaty signed and agreed upon by the Vikela Governance.

03.08 Acts of Discrimination; defined as purposefully Treating another unfavourable or poorly based upon an aspect of themself being different

03.08.01 Religion (Class C)
Any act of Discrimination aimed at demeening or hurting someone based upon their chosen set of beliefs. Note: This does not entitle the use of religion as an defence against charges of Malicious Intent. Religion is not a justifiable excuse to harm other innocent civilians, residents or visitors to Vikela. Acts of sacrifice, harm, or chaos in the name of a religious figure is strictly prohibited. 

03.08.02 Race (Class C)
Any act of Discrimination aimed at demeening or hurting someone based upon their Race

03.08.03 Gender (Class C)
Any act of Discrimination based and aimed upon and at their Gender

03.08.04 Sexual Preference (Class C)
Any act of Discrimination based upon an Individuals sexual preference

03.08.05 Hate Crime (Class X)
Any act that breaks a law within this Codex that is motivated by a Discriminative purpose such as Assault due to someone's beliefs or Race will be treated as having been committed at a Higher than Normal Class of Punishment.

03.08.05 Harassment (Class C)
Any harmful actions taken with the intent to annoy, alarm, or alert another person in a negative manner. This includes, but is not limited to - Physical contact, tailing a person in a public place, communicating by message anonymously or through a third party, repeated communications at inconvenient hours that interferes with a person's private life or property, AND/OR repeated taunts, insults, challenges, obscene comments, and words spoken in any manner to provoke a violent or otherwise disorderly response.

03.08.06 Stalking (Class C)

The repetitive actions of following, targeting, garnering information regarding, and otherwise tracking and spying on an individual without legal cause or justification, in a manner that is meant to be harmful or sway control of said individual. This includes sending malicious content to an individual by anonymous or third party means, with the intent to intimidate after discovery, as well as loitering and otherwise entering their property in regards to levying manipulation and fear. This covers targeted attacks against a citizen of both
 

03.09 Poaching; defined as the hunting of animals in House de Astrea territory without permission granted by the King or Queen 

03.09.01 Petty Poaching (Class C)
Unlawfully hunting & slaughtering any animal in amounts no more than 200 Mina.

03.09.02 Grand Poaching (Class B)
Unlawfully hunting & slaughtering of any animal totalling more than 200 Mina.

04. General Crime 

04.01 Littering; defined as making any public place untidy with rubbish or a large number of objects left lying about.

04.01.01 General Littering (class D)
The throwing of any non hazardous goods on the ground or into the waters around Vikela.

04.01.02 Hazardous Littering (class B)
The throwing of any hazardous goods that can affect the lives of citizens on to the ground or into the waters around Vikela.

04.02 Drug Use

04.02.01 Public Drug Use (Class D)
The usage of any non medicinal drugs within public grounds or non designated areas is prohibited.

04.02.02 Public Drug Dealing (Class D)
The Public selling or advertising of drug sales.

04.03 Trespassing; Defined as entering a location unlawfully without permission given explicitly or implicitly 

04.03.01 House Squatting (Class D)
The moving into any open or used house without the permission of a steward, the King and/or Queen or the rightful owner(s) of the house.

04.03.02 Trespassing (Class D)
Entering or being on or in someone's property without their express permission or after being asked to leave.

04.03.03 Trespassing on Clan property (Class B)
Entering or being on private property owned by the major clans and families in Vikela without express permission.

04.03.04 Breaking and Entering (Class C)
Purposefully trespassing and breaking or causing damage to property in an effort to enter a property within Vikela.

04.03.06 Reckless Magical use (Class C)
The Use of Deific, Voidal or Neutral magics in public in a way that could bring harm to other citizens and visitors of Vikela.

04.03.07 Threats and Intimidation (Class C)
The use of actions or words in a manner that is meant to scare, intimidate or threaten an individual. This includes verbal threats of harm as well as acts of intimidation such as the unlawful brandishing of weapons.

04.04 On recruitment; Defined by the recruitment of Vikela’s Citizens 

04.04.01 Foreign Recruitment (Class C)

In which a foreign entity, not approved by the crown enters, without permission, in order to recruit members to a group or organization without any ill intent or national affiliation

04.04.02 Malicious Foreign Recruitment (Class A)

In which a foreign entity, not approved by the crown enters, without permission, in order to recruit members to a harmful group, an outside military force or when any group targets children or other vulnerable groups

05. Dark Acts and Creatures

05.01 Dark Worship; defined as the unlawful worship of the Dark Gods, Undead or dark magic creatures

05.01.01 Worship (Class A)
Conducting any cult activities related to or to empower Dark Gods, Undead, Voidal entities, or powers that belong to them, Or the aiding of those that do.

05.02 Dark Arts Practice; defined as the unlawful use or Practice of dark arts related to the Dark Gods, Necromancy or other forms of Dark Magic.

05.02.01 Practice (Class A)
The practice of any Dark Magic’s within Vikela such as Mysticism, and the summoning or creating of dark powers that may pose a threat to the city or its citizens.

05.02.02 Public Summoning (Class A)
The Public summoning and use of any form of dark or demonic creatures within the Kingdom of Vikela is forbidden. 

05.02.03 Mental Assault pertaining to Dark Arts (Class A)
Any mental injury or assault caused by the committing of Dark arts in any way shape or form will be treated the same as if the assault had been physically performed upon the victim whether intentional or not. As such the class of Crime is determined as per the classes of each tier of assault. Furthermore any fines that were to be levied are to be paid directly to the victim to help finance their recovery.

05.03 Dark and Dangerous Creatures; defined as creatures of Undead, Dark, Demonic or Voidal Nature. 

05.03.01 Dark Creature (Class A)
Any creatures that are considered dark in nature or Darkspawn. This can include Dark mages that have transformed beyond their mortal form or any other being corrupted by dark forces. This includes things such as Draconic/Drakkar and Mystics.

05.03.02 Voidal Creature(Class A)
Any creature that is deemed a threat to Vikela or its people that has been summoned from or simply originates from the void. Also includes creatures that are voidal in nature.

05.03.03 Undead Creature (Class A)
Any Person if they can still be considered that, found to be one of the many kinds of undead found throughout the world. Including but not limited to Vampires, Zombies, Liches and Ghosts.

05.03.04 Assisting dark creatures (Class A)
Knowingly keeping or assisting any dark magic creatures, undead or Voidal creatures that pose a threat to the city or it’s citizens by any means. Includes housing, feeding, sympathizing, 

06. On the Application of Punishments

06.01 Imprisonment; As defined by the constant imprisonment of a person with minimal interaction with the outside world.

06.01.01 Jail Time may consist of interrogations by any agent of the Military or Crown Government in order to gain any additional information

 
06.01.02 The use of Torture in Interrogations shall only be Approved by the Sovreign, Heir, Lord Commander or Minister of Defence failure to receive proper permissions by leave agent open to prosecution under 02.01.06 On Torture

06.02 On the Criminal Registry; as defined by the list of persons tried and sentenced of crimes in varying degrees

06.02.01 Those who are charged for any crime of class C or Higher will be registered within the Criminal Registry 

06.02.02 Those Charged with Class B or higher and remain registered within the Criminal Registry may be searched at any time by a member of the Military

06.02.03 Those Convicted of a Class A crime shall have the right to bear arms or armor revoked, shall submit to regular searches of person and property and shall face increased scrutiny when dealing within Vikela at the discretion of any particular government official 

06.02.04 Any person Registered within the Criminal Registry shall have any future crimes increased by 1 class and shall face charges of that particular class regardless of crime committed

06.02.05 A name may be removed from the offenders list at the discretion of the Sovereign of Vikela.
 

06.03 On Forced Labour; As defined by the requirements of those persons sentenced to Forced Labour and the quality of life provided to them

06.03.01 The Sovereign and the Council of Vikela have decided upon a list of minimum requirements those sentenced to forced labour must be entitled to during their imprisonment.which shall be the following
 

-Beds or Stretchers to Sleep in.

-Shelter from the elements.

-6 hrs Rest a day.

-18 hrs of forced labour per day max.

-Food and Water

-2 substantial meals per day (Breakfast and Dinner), 15 minute breaks per meal.

-Tools to do the Labour

-Access to Medical services

-Bathing Facilities

06.04 On Prisoners of War; As defined by the requirements of those persons Captured as prisoners of war and the quality of life provided to them.

06.05.01 The Sovereign and the Council of Vikela have decided upon a list of minimum requirements those sentenced captured and judged Prisoners of war must be entitled to during their imprisonment:
 

-Barracks and Bunks to sleep in.

-Decent Bathroom facilities.

-Decent Food and Water.

-Meals a day (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner), 20 minutes break to eat each.

-8 hrs rest a day.

-Right to Not be Physically abused.

-Right to be Ransomed back.

-14hrs of labour a day MAX.

-Tools for any labour required of them.

-Access to Spiritual services.

-Access to Medical Aid.

-Release back to their Faction of Origin Upon the Conclusion of Hostilities

07. On Taxation and matters of the Interior

07.01 On Taxation; As defined by the collection of Currency from the common populus in order to maintain lands and salaries of the nation and its populus

07.01.01 Minor Tax Fraud (Class C) The act of unlawfully evading the payment of taxes of no more than 200 mina

07.01.02 Tax Fraud (Class B) The act of unlawfully evading the payment of taxes Totaling 201 mina or more

Taxes must be paid as specified and failure to pay taxes on a property may result in eviction or seizure of the property and/or goods or services equating to the amount owed

07.01.03 Theft of funds (Class A) The Act of purposefully and maliciously taking of Money from any account, receptacle or payment of the Vikela people

07.01.04 All surplus taxes will be immediately deposited into the national treasury for future use by the Kingdom of Vikela. Else be prosecuted under Theft of Funds

07.01.05 Taxes will be levied at discretion of the Sovereign and its appointed government Officials

07.01.06 Taxes will be collected on a per property basis.

07.01.07 Raw Materials and goods may be used in place of Mina at discretion of the Sovereign or its Appointed Government Officials

07.01.08 Taxes will be collected by the Vikela Treasury whom shall provide clear and effective methods of payment failure to do so shall result in immunity to Minor Tax Fraud 

07.02 Building Modification; defined as the unapproved construction or modifications to any building Owned by House de Astrea and modifications made to any building within Vikela.

07.02.01 Government Owned Building Modification (Class B)
The unapproved changes to buildings owned by the government and run by citizens. (Ex. Library, Farms, Tavern, Infirmary, Temple, Guard posts)

07.02.02 House Modification (Class B)
The unapproved changes or modifications to a citizens house. (Ex. Basements, Extra floors, Exits, Entrances, passages, layout changes)

08. On Vassals of Vikela 

08.01 On Vassals; Those whom are deemed fit by the Sovereign to lead and govern a group of people 

08.01.01 Vassals, Retainers and the Codex must follow all laws of this Codex within their own territories and shall not establish within their domains any laws that act in contrary to this Codex. 

08.01.02 Vassals are entrusted by the King and/or Queen and the High Council of Vikela to govern their people and report any acts of sedition

08.01.03 Vassals are expected to levy taxes or manpower in times of  dire need, at the discretion of the King and/or Queen and the High Council.

08.01.04 Vassals reserve the right for their designated leader to sit upon the High Council of Vikela.

08.01.05 Vassals reserve the right to pick their own leader in the manner they see fit without outside interference

08.01.06 Vassals status of Nobility may be revoked by their sovereign 

09. On The Military of Vikela

09.01 The Military; The Guard force of Vikela constituted by a body established by this section known as The Order of the Boreal Forest or The Military of Vikela or The Military.

09.01.01 The Military of Vikela shall Consist of the following persons:

The King/Queen of Vikela

The Prince/Princess Consort

The Heir Apparent

The Minister of Warfare

The Council of Warfare

The Crystal Court

Generals

Sargents

Ensigns

Captains

Masters at Arms

Men at Arms

Mercenaries on Contract with Vikela on an as needed basis.

09.01.02 Role of the Military of Vikela.

The role of the Military is to serve House de Astrea and the peoples of Vikela and uphold the law so as to promote a safe, secure and orderly society.

09.01.03 The functions of The Military of Vikela include the following;

-Preserving the peace

-Protecting life and property

-Preventing the commission of offenses;

-Detecting and apprehending offenders;

-Helping those in need of assistance

-Defending House de Astrea and the de Astrean bloodline

-Defending the Kingdom of Vikela

09.02 Rights afforded the to Military of Vikela; additional rights that are afforded to the Military of Vikela in order to pursue peace and order within the Sovereigns lands

09.02.01 The Military of Vikela reserves the right to bear and use any arms within the city and Kingdom of Vikela.

09.02.02 The Military of Vikela reserves the right to wear any armour within the city and Kingdom of Vikela

09.02.03 The Military of Vikela exclusively reserve the right to wear The Military of Vikela Uniform

09.02.04 The Military of Vikela reserves the right to search any citizen with consent or if they suspect the citizen has broken a law covered within the codex.

09.02.05 The Military of Vikela reserves the right to use lethal force in defense of  House de Astrea, The Kingdom of Vikela, Kingdom of Vikela, themselves or others, and in upholding the laws of this codex without the fear of repercussions under the laws of this codex.

09.02.06 The Military of Vikela reserves the right to deny entrance into the city or Kingdom of Vikela to anyone bar the King and/or Kingdom and their agents and representatives. 

09.02.07 The Military of Vikela reserves the right to remove from the city any individuals they deem mal-contents or see as a danger to House de Astrea or The Kingdom of Vikela.

09.02.08 The Military of Vikela reserves the right to levy fines for crimes committed in The Kingdom of Vikela, Kingdom of Vikela in accordance with the punishment class of the crime committed.

09.02.09 The Military of Vikela reserves the right to arrest any criminal or those suspected of committing a crime.

09.02.10 The Military of Vikela reserves the right to search any home suspected of affiliation with a criminal with a stewards or Ranger Officers permission.

09.02.11 The Military of Vikela are bestowed the right to enforce Vikela Law on behalf of the King and/or Queen and the High Council of Vikela acting as their agents and representatives throughout all of The Kingdom of Vikela, The Kingdom of Vikela and it's Vassals.

09.02.12 The Military of Vikela reserves the right to deny entry to any individual within reason.

09.02.13 The Military of Vikela found in breach of any of the laws they are tasked with enforcing as per this codex will find themselves charged at a level higher than what would be considered usual for the crime. (Ex, Class D becomes a Class B)

09.02.14 The Military of Vikela are granted all the rights normally granted to Citizens in addition to the rights outlined in this section of the codex.

Issued 14th of The Deep cold, Year 171 of the Second Age

ARTICLE I: ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

I. The City-State of Hohkmat acknowledges the sovereignty of the Kingdom of Vikela, and the right to govern their lands. Inversely, the Kingdom of Vikela acknowledges the City-State of Hohkmat’s right to govern within the bounds of their state.

ARTICLE II: ACADEMIC EXCHANGE

I. The City-State of Hohkmat and the Kingdom of Vikela (Henceforth referred to as ‘the signatories’) agree to the exchange of magical goods and knowledge to further the academic progress of both states, specifically within the realms of the arcane and the alchemical. 

II. The signatories will encourage tutelage in arcane and alchemical arts across borders, allowing free passage to teachers and students between both states. Students from the Kingdom of Vikela will be allowed and encouraged to seek tutelage in the City State of Hohkmat, and inversely, the same will be afforded to students of Hohkmat to the Kingdom of Vikela.

III. Both signatories are permitted to request copies of books from the other signatory’s libraries, to fill gaps of knowledge within their own. These requests will be processed and assessed through each state’s Head Librarian.

IV. The signatories will encourage attendance to academic events hosted by either state, such as classes, demonstrations, and the creations of magical artifacts.

V. The signatories will agree to assist one another where possible, in the creation of new magical artifacts and feats.

ARTICLE III: TRADE

I. Alongside encouraging the exchange of arcane goods, the signatories will promote all forms of trade between states. Merchants from each signatory will be allowed free passage and a right to advertise their goods in the other’s state. 

II. Both signatories will receive a tax-free market stall of their choice in the other’s territory, which will remain untaxed unless the agreement is found to be terminated.

ARTICLE IV: COOPERATION & APOSTASY

I. The signatories mutually acknowledge the threat that dark, infernal, and necromantic beings pose against the people of Aevos, as well as the threat of rogue magi and wielders of forbidden magic (All henceforth collectively referred to as ‘apostates’). Both signatories pledge their full efforts to seek out and destroy these threats where they are discovered.

II. The signatories agree to share information regarding the possible locations and operations of apostates, and to provide mutual assistance regarding their extermination. Hohkmat’s Chamber of Fire will seek to work with the Kingdom of Vikela’s military forces in the event of an apostate threat on either state, provided this does not contradict the City-State of Hohkmat’s existing agreement with the Commonwealth of the Petra.

III. The signatories agree to communicate freely regarding suspicions of apostate creatures or sorcerers within the other’s state, encouraging and collaborating on investigations to root out infiltrators.

IV. Any sorcerer of Hohkmat or citizen of Vikela discovered as an apostate in the other’s state will be extradited back to their state of origin for trial.

V. The signatories will also share information on the creation and location of any Voidal Tears, and will provide mutual assistance to each other in closing these rifts in the Veil. 

ARTICLE V: DURATION & TERMINATION

I. This agreement will go into effect immediately upon signing, and will last until either: 

A. One of the two parties chooses to break the agreement, requiring a year of advance notice before the pact is terminated.

B. The City-State of Hohkmat gains independence and is no longer considered a vassal of the Commonwealth of the Petra. Upon this, the signatories will reconvene to forge a new pact, with the possibility of defensive and non-aggression agreements being considered.

GRAND-MAGISTER, Sorcerer-King, Hierophant of the Mysteries,

Master of the Ziggurat of Hohkmat

Viscount of Stormont, Baron of Raonòir, Seat of Nortrebanc, Court Mage of the River Court of the Commonwealth, Deputy Speaker of the Garmont Assembly of the Petra, and Representative for the Sorcerous State of Hohkmat

SOVRÈN MAJESTÉ, Reine Medea Amaranta Viola De Astrea,

The Queen of Vikela, La Violetta

TÈT MINISTER OF MAJI, Member of the Crystal Court, Lord Nepir ‘Wolfguard’ 

Steller Decree

Issued 18th of Malin’s Welcome, SA 170

It is with great pleasure and honor that I, Medea Viola De Astrea, Queen of Vikela, hereby declare the acceptance of the noble Adiler family into the esteemed fold of our kingdom. After careful consideration and deliberation, it has been decided that the Adiler family shall be granted land within Vikela's borders for the establishment of the duchy of Maehr'nor.

Furthermore, in recognition of their noble lineage and contributions to our kingdom, I hereby confer upon Xavier Adiler the prestigious title of Duke of Maehr'nor. This title shall be hereditary, passing down through the generations of the Adiler family as a symbol of their esteemed status within our realm.

The duchy of Maehr'nor shall serve as a bastion of prosperity, culture, and governance within Vikela's domain, fostering cooperation and unity among our people. It is my sincere hope that the Adiler family will uphold the values of honor, integrity, and service as they oversee the affairs of their new duchy.

May this union between the Kingdom of Vikela and the Adiler family bring about a new era of prosperity and harmony for all who dwell within our lands.

Signed,

SOVRÈN MAJESTÉ, Reine Medea Amaranta Viola De Astrea,

The Queen of Vikela, La Violetta

His Grace, Xavier Adiler, Duke of Maehr’nor, Patriarch of  House Adiler

Be it known that, Leh’Reîne , in the exercise of  Her sovereign right and authority, and in recognition of exceptional merit and dedication, do hereby confer and grant unto GREGORIUS ROA @Me_llamo... the noble title of Viscount, with all the rights, privileges, and responsibilities thereto appertaining.

This title is hereby declared hereditary, passing to the chosen heir of Gregorius Roa, in perpetuity, should he not designate a successor. The Viscountcy shall endure and flourish so long as the titleholder or their designated heir maintains residence within the bounds of Vikela.

Furthermore, in acknowledgment of the invaluable contributions of Viscount Gregorius Roa, the House of Roa is hereby enfeoffed with the titular Viscounty of Pavia—an honor they, alongside their consort and children, will cherish in exchange for leal service to the Kingdom of Vikela. Recognizing Gregorius Roa as the rightful owner of Pavia, this land is bestowed upon him, that he may let it flourish away from weeds. 

May this grant be documented in perpetuity, subject to the laws and governance of Vikela. In witness whereof, we have set our hand and seal this 6th day of The Amber Cold, 163 SA.

VALLLO TOUJOU COURI VALLHIUW

L’leh’Majeste, Medea Amaranta Astrea De Viola,

 Queen Of Vikela, Duchess of Vinovia,La Renarde of Uhie,Leh Violetta

Li’leh Majeste, Walter Blanc de Vikela, 

 Son Altesse Éminente,Tèt Medic Ofisyè

THE VIKELA SECESSION

6TH DAY OF THE SNOW MAIDEN, SA 147. 

[!] Treaty was written up at the table of Lurin after the sovereign meeting. 

This Treaty of Taking flight (hereinafter referred to as the "Treaty OF Vikela Seccession here ") is entered into between the Realm of Lurin, represented by  Silver Lubba, Mika Anarion, and the Vassal State of Vikela, represented by Ladyship Medea Viola de Astrea, on this 6th day of The Deep Cold, 1941 amended to fit requests from both parties till 1943. 

ARTICLE I:

1.1 Vikela will recognize the historical ties and shared short heritage between the Most Serene State of Lurin and the Vassal State of Vikela.

1.2 Acknowledging the desire of Vikela to assert its independence and sovereignty as a separate realm once relocated from the Lurin Territories. 

1.3 Desiring to ensure a peaceful and orderly transition from vassalage to nationhood 

1.4 The signatories agree on absolute non-aggression. There shall be no military conflict between either state’s citizens nor between their constituent vassals or noble Houses while Vikela is relocating. Any breaches of this term shall be resolved through the appropriate diplomatic channels.

ARTICLE II:

2.1 In recognition of Vikela's transition to an independent nation, Vikela shall, upon its relocation to the highlands or any equivalent move, voluntarily relinquish its claims and control over the vassal land previously governed by the Most Serene State of Lurin. This act of relinquishment shall include the return of the land and all resources associated with it without any damage, depletion, or exploitation that could undermine its natural value or the well-being of its inhabitants.

2.2 Both parties commit to ensuring a peaceful and orderly transfer of land and resources as described in Article 1. 3. Any disputes or concerns arising from this transfer shall be resolved through diplomatic channels and negotiations,which must be approved by diplomats from The Silver Lubba Mika Or Ladyship Medea to ensure impartiality and prevent any biased channels from swaying the process.

ARTICLE III: National Sovereignty

3.1 Vikela shall be a sovereign and independent nation with the right to determine its own domestic and foreign policies once it is away from Lurinite territories.

3.2 The Most Serene State of Lurin shall respect the sovereignty of Vikela and refrain from any interference in its internal affairs. In return, Vikela also pledges not to interfere with the internal or external affairs of Lurin unless requested or enlisted for mutual cooperation.

ARTICLE  IV: International Recognition

4.1 The Most Serene State of Lurin shall formally recognize the sovereignty of Vikela as an independent nation in all international forums and treaties once away from Lurinite territories.

4.2 Vikela shall seek international recognition and establish diplomatic relations with other nations independently.

ARTICLE V: Wellfare

5.1 Vikela Council members are hereby obligated to fulfill the critical task of Darkspawn testing in a manner that aligns with the interests and sovereignty of Vikela and Most Serene State of Lurin. This obligation shall manifest in one of two ways:

5.1.2 Council members may, at their discretion, choose to undertake voluntary journeys to The Most Serene State of Lurin for comprehensive Darkspawn testing.

5.1.3 In cases where no volunteers are readily available for such journeys, Council members shall, with due diligence and meticulous care, conduct Darkspawn tests within Vikela's territorial confines. These tests shall be carried out in strict adherence to established protocols, for the welfare of all citizens. Unless provoked, no weapons will be drawn. 

5.2 The outcomes of these Darkspawn tests, irrespective of their origin, shall be expeditiously documented and submitted to The Silver Lubba or its equivalent status-holding authority. 

5.2.1  In the regrettable circumstance that the records produced from these Darkspawn tests reveal a positive result, Vikela shall exercise its rights to coordinate with necessary allies and invoke essential procedures for the comprehensive treatment of Darkspawn and the containment of vampiric ailments within its boundaries.  For they were once descendants, and there is no ailment that cannot be treated or, at the very least, earnestly addressed. Non-compliance shall result in the implementation of the subsequent step, specifically, eradication, as stipulated herein

ARTICLE VI: Final Provisions

6.1 This Treaty shall enter into force immediately upon signing by both parties and shall be considered legally binding.

6.2 Any disputes arising from the interpretation or implementation of this Treaty shall be resolved through peaceful negotiations and diplomatic means.

6.3 Furthermore, it is agreed that if, following Mika's sucession from the throne, either Vikela or Lurin no longer wishes to pursue further economic relationships or trade agreements, no efforts shall be made to reestablish such relationships unless the latter party wishing to initiate such endeavors is approached first by the former party. 

 This Treaty shall remain in effect for a period of 10 years, commencing from the date of its signing.

In Witness Whereof, the undersigned representatives, duly authorized by their respective governments, have signed this Treaty on behalf of their nations.

Signatories 

The Silver Lubba

Her Ladyship, Medea Amaranta Viola De Astrea, 

The Baroness of Vikela, Unbuntu, Vinovia, Uherie, and 

The Violet of Vikela, The City of Crystals.