The Crimson Contract

[Treaty 1349]

 

 

THE CRIMSON CONTRACT

The Crimson Edict and Grand Kingdom of Urguan have been close allies and friends for centuries, with the Edict being stationed within Urguani land for almost the entirety of their history. With the expansion of Urguan’s official borders east, the Crimson Edict now falls once again within the borders of the Grand Kingdom. Whilst having been an official Urguani vassal for decades, the expansion past their hold of Karmesinfels deemed a renewed vassal contract necessary for both parties. After discussion between the Crown and Edict leadership, both parties agree to the terms listed below:

 

SECTION I: TAXATION

As required of all vassals of the Grand Kingdom, the Crimson Edict shall be required to pay a yearly tax to the crown. Both the Grand Kingdom of Urguan and The Crimson Edict, hereon referred to as ‘the signatories’, agree to the following terms of taxation:

 

1. THE Crimson Edict shall pay a yearly tax of 300 minae to the Grand Kingdom of Urguan.

   1. If agreed upon by the signatories, the tax may be paid in materials equalling 300 minae.

2. THE tax listed above shall not be permitted to change, so long as the contract is valid.

 

SECTION II: AUTONOMY & LAND USAGE

While the Crimson Edict has occupied Karmesinfels for decades, the land surrounding their keep has been otherwise untouched until now. With said land now belonging to the Grand Kingdom, and Karmesinfels falling within such land, the signatories agree to the following terms:

 

1. THE Crimson Edict shall maintain full internal autonomy, including both over their governing body and the land on which Karmesinfels stands.

2. THE Crimson Edict shall be permitted to expand beyond the current boundaries of Karmesinfels.

   1. Any expansions onto Urguani land shall be jointly governed by the signatories.

3. THE Crimson Edict shall be appointed as Overseer of the newly acquired region.

   1. As Overseer, the Crimson Edict shall be tasked with:

      1. Beautifying and expanding upon the infrastructure of the region.

      2. Providing militaristic support in protecting the region.

      3. Updating the Grand Kingdom of any activities happening within or around the region.

   2. As Overseer, the Crimson Edict shall be granted the power to:

      1. Veto the placement of any new vassals or holds within the region.

      2. Create any desired militaristic outposts required to defend the region.

      3. Oversee and/or veto construction projects within the region.

4. THE Signatories recognize that despite overseer status being granted, the Grand Kingdom is the primary governing body of the region, and shall have sole say in any matters not expressly listed within the contract.

   1. In regards to a veto listed above being performed by the Crimson Edict, the Council of Urguan may overturn a veto through majority vote.

 

SECTION III: WARTIME EXCEPTION

The signatories understand that during times of war, time is of the essence, and official channels may take too long to navigate. To counteract such requirements, both parties agree to the following terms:

 

1. THE Grand Kingdom of Urguan shall be permitted full authority over the region during times of war.

   1. This authority does not include Karmesinfels.

   2. Any fortifications constructed during times of war shall be removed after by the Grand Kingdom if requested by the Crimson Edict.

                                                                                                                                                                  

This contract does not require renewal and shall not expire, and shall only be altered with mutual approval.

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signed,

 

Grand King of Urguan, Lord of Clan Frostbeard,

Thane of Rhewenholm, Great-Grandson of Rhewen

 

Lord Chancellor of Urguan, Elder of Clan Frostbeard,

High Remembrancer of the Order of Remembrance, Son of Rhewen

 

Bibliothecar of the Crimson Edict, Daughter of Naffog Hennington

 

[Asuno 183]

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