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— GREAT SEALS OF STATE ACT — AN ACT OUTLINING THE GREAT SEALS OF STATE FOR CONSTITUTIONALLY-MANDATED GOVERNMENT ENTITIES FOREWORD The founding of a state like the Republic of Salvo requires a great deal of work, work in which the republican commitment of its leaders and its people is reflected. Such is the importance of having a modern state that we are committed to reflecting the identity of our state in the various constitutionally mandated state bodies. To this end, we have proceeded to design the different seals for the different bodies of the state. ________________________________________________ REFERENCES Statutes of Salvo, Chapter IV • Governing Code, Article 4 • Government Entities; addition of a new section, § 4405 • On Seals. ________________________________________________ CONTENT This Act shall take effect immediately. Be it enacted by the Senate of the Republic, with the consent and signature of the President of the Republic, as follows; § 4405 — On Seals | The Great Seals of State Act [link forum thread when up] 4405.1 Purpose — Establishes official Great Seals for constitutionally-mandated government entities in the Republic of Salvo, ensuring uniformity, legitimacy, and adherence to the principles of the Republic. 4405.3 Design Principles 4405.3a Uniform Elements — All seals shall prominently feature symbols that represent the Republic of Salvo, such as the national colors and different liberty mottos, to ensure consistency and to convey a shared identity. 4405.3b Distinct Features — Each seal shall include unique design elements specific to the respective institution’s role and purpose, reflecting their constitutional mandate. 4405.3c Official Approval — All designs shall be subject to approval by the Senate of Salvo before being formally adopted and published. 4405.4 Individual Elements 4405.4a Executive Branch (i) Office of the President — This seal features a bald eagle at its center, symbolizing strength, freedom, and resilience. Encircling it is a red band with the inscription “Primus Inter Pares” (“First among equals”) at the bottom and “Office of the President" at the top. (ii) Office of the Vice President — This seal features a golden star at its center, representing guidance, aspiration and excellence. Associated with hope, it is a metaphor of direction and inspiration. Encircling it is a red band with the inscription “Office of the Vice President” at the top and “Sic Sempter Tyrannis” (“Thus always to tyrants”) at the bottom. (iii) Secretary of Administration — This seal features an ornate leather-bound book at its center, symbolizing knowledge and governance. Encircling it is a red band with the inscription "Secretary of Administration" and the Flexio motto "Ubi Concordia, Ibi Victoria" ("Where There is Unity, There is Victory"). (iv) Secretary of Finance — This seal features a bag of golden coins at its center, symbolizing the financial administration of the institution. Encircling the design is a red band with the inscription “Secretary of Finance” and the Flexio motto “Parati Respondere” (“Ready to respond”). (v) Secretary of War — The seal features a war horn symbolizing readiness, strength, and the call to action. It often represents vigilance, leadership, and the rallying of forces in the face of conflict or danger. Encircling it is a red band with the inscription “Secretary of War” at the top and “Si Vis Pacem Para Bellum” (“If you wish peace, prepare for war”) at the bottom. (vi) Secretary of Intelligence — The seal features a big eye, symbolizing surveillance and control. The red band encircling the eye has the following inscription “Secretary of Intelligence” and the Flexio motto “Semper Occultus” (“Always Secret”). 4405.4b Legislative Branch (i) Senate of Salvo — The seal features a woman with the values of liberty, equality and fraternity. In broader terms, the lady serves as an allegory for the spirit of the Salvian people- strong, resilient, and dedicated to the values of justice and equality. Encircling it is a red band with the inscription “Legislative Branch” and the Flexio motto “Omnia Vincic“ (“Work Conquers All“). (ii) Speaker of the Senate — The seal features a big bell with a rope in the center, representing unity and community, with their sound bringing people together. Encircling it is a red band with the inscription “Non Ducor Duco“ (“I am not lead; I lead“) at the top and “Speaker of the Senate” at the bottom. (iii) Registrar of the Senate — The seal features a quill in the center, representing writing and knowledge, strongly associated with the power of the written word and the intellectual pursuit. Encircling it is a red band with the inscription “Registrar of the Senate” at the top and “Acta Non Verba“ (“Actions, not words“) at the bottom. 4405.4c Judicial Branch (i) Court of Salvo — This seal prominently features a golden balance scale, symbolizing justice and equality, set against a blue background. Encircling the design is a red band with the inscription "Court of Salvo" at the top and the phrase "Ex Unitate Vires" ("From Unity, Strength") at the bottom, reflecting the importance of unity in upholding justice. The circular band is accented with gold stars, adding a sense of honor and dignity to the seal. (ii) Chief Justice of the Court — This seal features a bronze depiction of Lady Justice, blindfolded to symbolize impartiality and holding scales that represent fairness and balance. Surrounding the figure is a red circular band inscribed with "Chief Justice of the Court" at the top and the High Flexio phrase "Potest Solum Unum" (translated as "There Can Be Only One") at the bottom, symbolizing the singular authority of the Chief Justice. 4405.5 Usage Guidelines 4405.5a Official use only — The seals shall be used exclusively for official state documents, communications, and insignia. 4405.5b Penalties for unauthorized use — Unauthorized use, replication, or misrepresentation of any seal shall constitute a crime, in accordance with § 2205 — On Impersonation. ________________________________________________ SIGNATORIES Author Registrar of the Senate, Senator Cedric Drakehart Sponsors Senator Jacquelyn O’Rourke

— 1ST SENATE, 1ST SESSION TRANSCRIPT — CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL Speaker Jacquelyn O'Rourke: “With that, I'm calling the first Senate of Salvo to order.” Vice President Parzifal af Brasca: “I am now performing the roll call. Please reply present if you are here.” Vice President Parzifal af Brasca: “Senator Othonin Randir.” Vice President Parzifal af Brasca: “Senator Mitch McCanon.” Vice President Parzifal af Brasca: “Senator Cedric Drakehart.” Vice President Parzifal af Brasca: “Senator Jacquelyn O'Rourke.” Speaker Jacquelyn O'Rourke: “Present.” Vice President Parzifal af Brasca: “Senator Jacob Morgan.” Senator Jacob Morgan: “Present.” Vice President Parzifal af Brasca: “Senator Vyke Ashford.” Senator Vyke Ashford: “Present.” Vice President Parzifal af Brasca: “Senator Culvier Uialben.” Senator Culvier Uialben: “Present.” Vice President Parzifal af Brasca: “We have a quorum, Madame Speaker.” Opening Roll Call for the 1st Senate, 1st Session Person Present Absent Proxy Senator Jac O’Rourke X Senator Cedric Drakehart X Senator Othonin Randir X Senator Mitch McCanon X Senator Jacob Morgan X Senator Vyke Ashford X Senator Culvier Uialben X Figure 1 — Opening roll call results. ________________________________________________ APPOINTMENT OF MR. VALFLEUR AS ASSOCIATE JUSTICE Speaker Jacquelyn O'Rourke: “Fantastic. Moving onto our expedited first order of business - the confirmation of Mr. Valfleur as Justice of the Court. Present yourself before the podium, Mr. Valfleur. President Levi Summers has nominated Mr. Valfleur as one of the three Constitutionally-mandated Justices. Mr. Valfleur, please present to us why you are qualified to accept his nomination.” Mr. Karl Valfleur: “My name is Karl Valfleur, I am a former career military Marshal and legal advisor with an ironclad understanding of systems and statutes. I have a broad understanding of how a court of justice operates and would enjoy the opportunity to form and develop such for the good and free people of Salvo. The Constitution gives us our foundation, now we must lay the planks. I ask humbly, loyal Senators, that you put your faith in me and vote in favor of my confirmation.” Speaker Jacquelyn O'Rourke: “Thank you, Mr. Valfleur. Does anyone have questions for the nominee before we vote on his appointment?” Senator Jacob Morgan: “I have questions.” Speaker Jacquelyn O'Rourke: “Ask away, Senator Morgan.” Senator Jacob Morgan: “You, as the first of the judges, will set the precedent for generations to come. We are not Haense or Balian where the King can commision new laws on a whim. It will be your task to interpret the constitution, the statutes, and other regulations for the foreseeable future. So I ask you, how will your past experiences with other governments and systems of laws affect our good republican nations? Thank you Mister Valfleur.” Mr. Karl Valfleur: ”My past experiences with governments and systems of law should have no negative effect on the republican values of Salvo, I ensure that. I served on the Council for a King who never called meetings, we never heard from him. The President of Salvo, though not a King or royal figure, leads the nation in a similar capacity that a Monarch would. Though, we'd never allow them to become a Monarch, as it goes against our values.” Speaker Jacquelyn O'Rourke: “With that, I call the question and motion that we vote upon his appointment.” Senator Jacob Morgan: “Second.” Vice President Parzifal af Brasca: “May the ayes say aye, the nays say nay, and those with conflict of interest, say abstain.” Senator Culvier Uialben: “Aye.” Senator Jacob Morgan: “Aye.” Senator Vyke Ashford: “Aye.” Speaker Jacquelyn O'Rourke: “Aye.” A1.1 Confirmation of Mr. Valfleur’s Appointment as Associate Justice Person Aye Nay Abstain Speaker of the Senate Jacquelyn O’Rourke X Registrar of the Senate Cedric Drakehart X (late arrival) Senator Othonin Randir X (in absentia) Senator Mitch McCanon X (in absentia) Senator Jacob Morgan X Senator Vyke Ashford X Senator Culvier Uialben X Figure 2 — Mr. Valfleur’s appointment vote results. This includes votes later submitted via late arrivals and in absentia. Vice President Parzifal af Brasca: “A majority have voted in favor of the appointment of Mr. Karl Valfleur as Associate Justice. Madame Speaker, please administer the oath of office and swear him in.” Speaker Jacquelyn O'Rourke: “Repeat after me, Mr. Valfleur... I swear to be true to the Republic, and not to maintain silence about any evil that I may know which is being contemplated against it. I swear to work tirelessly to the betterment of the Federation and its peoples. I swear also not to associate with traitors nor enemies of the state, and to always defend the honor of those I serve. Finally, I swear to execute the functions of my office with diligence, respect for the rule of law, and above all, in accordance with the Constitution. This I swear upon my life by the Holy Scrolls.” Mr. Karl Valfleur: Repeated the oath as instructed. Speaker Jacquelyn O'Rourke: “Thank you Mr. Valfleur. With that you are now the first Justice of Salvo.” ________________________________________________ APPOINTMENT OF MR. UIALBEN AS SECRETARY OF INTELLIGENCE Speaker Jacquelyn O'Rourke: ”Moving on with Today's Business - Senator Uialben you've been nominated to serve as Secretary of Intelligence. Please take the podium. Senator Uialben. You have three saint’s minutes to explain as to why you are qualified for this position. The floor is yours.” Senator Culvier Uialben: “In order to ensure that our Republic is not influenced or corrupted by monarchal and anti-republican parties we need a strong intelligence agency to ensure the continuation of our ideals. I deem myself the most fit to ensure this will occur, through the proper development of the department and its agencies. Although ensuring its bias is only towards the Republic itself.” Speaker Jacquelyn O'Rourke: “Thank you, Senator Uialben. Does anyone have any questions for the Senator?” Vice President Parzifal af Brasca: “There being no further questions, we move to a vote. Please say aye, nay, or abstain.” Speaker Jacquelyn O'Rourke: “Aye.” Senator Jacob Morgan: “Abstain.” Vice President Parzifal af Brasca: “Abstentions are for the purposes of a conflict of interest. For example, if Mr. Uialben owned a company that you had stock in. Do you have a conflict of interest, Senator Morgan?” Speaker Jacquelyn O'Rourke: “I believe Senator Morgan's racist tendencies may be getting the best of him at this current moment. . .” Senator Jacob Morgan: “The powers of the department of intelligence are wildly undefined and overzealous, yet do nothing to target the true issue at hand ... So for the time being, I am of the position that voting must wait on any matters regarding this department.” Vice President Parzifal af Brasca: “You have two procedural options, Senator Morgan: Vote no, or motion to table the appointment.” Senator Vyke Ashford: “... Aye.” Senator Jacob Morgan: “I motion to table.” Vice President Parzifal af Brasca: “Is there a second?” Speaker Jacquelyn O'Rourke: “No.” Vice President Parzifal af Brasca: “There being no second, the motion fails. Your vote, Senator Morgan?” Senator Jacob Morgan: “Nay.” Vice President Parzifal af Brasca: “There are insufficient votes to determine an outcome. 3 ayes, 1 nay, 3 absent. We will move forward with a vote in absentia. Thank you, Senator Uialben. You may return to your seat.” ________________________________________________ A CITIZEN’S PETITION FROM MR. WELLERMAN Vice President Parzifal af Brasca: “Mr. Wellerman, you said you had a petition? I understand you have an appointment with your, uh, doctor soon.” Speaker Jacquelyn O'Rourke: “If you'd like to speak, Mr. Wellerman, you have three saints minutes.” Citizen Duke Wellerman: “Aye. Thank ye for this honorable opportunity to speak before ye today…. Ah am Duke Wellerman, citizen o’ this republic n’ ah rise to propose ah bill that’ll strengthen the union between this here government n’ the people et serves. Ah, like many other humble citizens, ah rely on the business o’ private individuals for my own income n’ wellbeing. This es terribly unpredictable n’ has in many instances led to periods o’ harsh financial droughts. We humble folk cannot rely on the good fortune o’ luck to sustain ourselves n’ our families. The Federal Government, to ensure stability among the good working men o’ the Republic, should, to some degree decided upon at ah later date, source ah percentage o’ their resources from the citizenry. This should apply to every sector under the executive, whether the military by ets weapons, or the Saloon by ets drinks. Ah good government must have the interests of the people et serves in the best interest of ets own doings. Ah humbly urge this Senate to consider this bill as not merely ah policy, but ah pathway to ah stronger, more unified Republic. Thank ye.” Vice President Parzifal af Brasca: “We will pass along the idea in the minutes, Mr. Wellerman, and we will forward any Senator interested in taking up this bill, to find you at the saloon.” Speaker Jacquelyn O'Rourke: “Thank you, Mr. Wellerman. We'll deliberate as Senators upon this suggestion later. ... You may return to the lectern, Senator.” ________________________________________________ DELIBERATION ON THE STATUTES OF SALVO Speaker Jacquelyn O'Rourke: “Next up ah, we have the Statutes of Salvo as proposed by Senator Uialben. Senator Uialben, if you could return to the stand.” Senator Culvier Uialben: “Thank you, Madame Speaker. The Statues of Salvo, if passed, would serve as the cornerstone of law for the Republic, and ensure that the rights of the citizens can be protected.” Speaker Jacquelyn O'Rourke: “Is that all, Senator?” Senator Culvier Uialben: “I yield my time, Madame Speaker.” Speaker Jacquelyn O'Rourke: “Thank you Senator, you may return to your seat - or standing if you prefer that.” Vice President Parzifal af Brasca: “May the eyes say aye, the nays say nay, and those with conflict of interest, say abstain.” Speaker Jacquelyn O'Rourke: “Aye.” Senator Culvier Uialben: “Aye.” Senator Vyke Ashford: “Aye.” Senator Jacob Morgan: “Aye.” S1.0 The Statutes of Salvo Person Aye Nay Abstain Speaker of the Senate Jacquelyn O’Rourke X Registrar of the Senate Cedric Drakehart X (late arrival) Senator Othonin Randir X (in absentia) Senator Mitch McCanon X (in absentia) Senator Jacob Morgan X Senator Vyke Ashford X Senator Culvier Uialben X Figure 3 — A vote on Senator Uialben’s bill, the Statutes of Salvo. This includes votes later submitted via late arrivals and in absentia. Vice President Parzifal af Brasca: “The ayes have it; the Statues of Salvo passes via majority vote of those assembled.” Senator Jacob Morgan: “Though for the minutes, note that I object to the speaker, he just proposed a necessary and well written piece of legislation.” ________________________________________________ DELIBERATION ON THE POSTAGE ACT Speaker Jacquelyn O'Rourke: “The next point of order is Senator Morgan's Postage Act. Senator Morgan you may take the lectern and the floor.” Senator Culvier Uialben: “For the minutes note that if Morgan was a true canonist he would know that God made elves too, not just humans.” Senator Jacob Morgan: “And elves turned their backs on him.” Vice President Parzifal af Brasca: “Order, order. Please stay on topic.” Senator Jacob Morgan: “So as you all know, especially those of us who have been here from the beginning. The Republic grows, and has grown rapidly. From just Mulberry, to all of Lurin, and now growing beyond into the heartlands and further. With this communication and logistics begin to break down. With the establishment of a postal service this can be curtailed, but it can also create jobs and political involvement amongst the population with Postmasters as centers of their community being a stepping stone into wider politics. Furthermore, this will provide jobs to the cowboys unemployed by the ranch consolidations and the coachmen unemployed by the toppling of the noble leeches on our society.” Speaker Jacquelyn O'Rourke: “Thank you, Senator Morgan. Does anyone have any questions for the Senator?” Vice President Parzifal af Brasca: “There being no further questions, we will now move to a vote. May the ayes say aye, the nays say nay, and those with conflict of interest, say abstain.” Speaker Jacquelyn O'Rourke: “Aye.” Senator Culvier Uialben: “Abstain.” Senator Jacob Morgan: “Who d'ya reckon are worse, elves or nobles?” Vice President Parzifal af Brasca: “Senator Uialben, could you state for the record what conflict of interest prevents you from voting aye or nay?” Senator Jacob Morgan: “Same issues aren't they? Nobles are born into privilige, elves think they are. Only issue is, Elves live for longer.” Senator Culvier Uialben: “As I am on the board of a large multi-industry company, nationalizing the postal service could negatively impact their profits.” Vice President Parzifal af Brasca: “I see. The abstention shall stand. Senator Ashford, your vote?” Senator Vyke Ashford: “I say aye.” Vice President Parzifal af Brasca: “There are 3 ayes, 1 abstention, and 3 absences. The outcome is unclear. A vote in absentia shall proceed to determine the result.” Speaker Jacquelyn O'Rourke: “Senator Morgan you may return to your seat.” S1.2 The Postage Act Person Aye Nay Abstain Speaker of the Senate Jacquelyn O’Rourke X Registrar of the Senate Cedric Drakehart X (late arrival) Senator Othonin Randir X (in absentia) Senator Mitch McCanon X (in absentia) Senator Jacob Morgan X Senator Vyke Ashford X Senator Culvier Uialben X Figure 4 — A vote on Senator Morgan’s bill, the Postage Act. This includes votes later submitted via late arrivals and in absentia. ________________________________________________ DELIBERATION ON THE LOYALISTS ACT Speaker Jacquelyn O'Rourke: “Next up is my LOYALISTS Act. I think you'll all find it to be most enlightening.” Speaker Jacquelyn O'Rourke: “The L. O. Y. A. L. I. S. T. S. Act: the Legislation for Optimized Yield of Advanced Logical Information Security and Trusted Systems Act was created with the express purpose of advancing the security apparatus of Salvo. With the proposition set forth by President Levi Summers of appointing a Secretary of Intelligence, it becomes crucial to have their duties and obligations specifically outlined within the Statues of Salvo.” Vice President Parzifal af Brasca: “Are there any questions for the Senator?” Senator Vyke Ashford: “Not from me, no.” Vice President Parzifal af Brasca: “There being no further questions, we move to a vote. As usual, aye, nay, or abstain.” Senator Culvier Uialben: “Aye.” Senator Vyke Ashford: “Aye.” Speaker Jacquelyn O'Rourke: “Aye.” Senator Jacob Morgan: “Aye.” S1.3 The Loyalists Act Person Aye Nay Abstain Speaker of the Senate Jacquelyn O’Rourke X Registrar of the Senate Cedric Drakehart X (late arrival) Senator Othonin Randir X (in absentia) Senator Mitch McCanon X (in absentia) Senator Jacob Morgan X Senator Vyke Ashford X Senator Culvier Uialben X Figure 5 — A vote on Senator O’Rourke’s bill, the L. O. Y. A. L. I. S. T. S. Act. This includes votes later submitted via late arrivals and in absentia. Vice President Parzifal af Brasca: “The ayes have it. The L. O. Y. A. L. I. S. T. S. Act passes by majority vote of the Senate.” ________________________________________________ GOVERNMENT REPORTS Speaker Jacquelyn O'Rourke: “As we are waiting for Senator Drakehart, I invite any government officials to give their official reports to the Senate.” Vice President Parzifal af Brasca: “In the absence of the President, I am here to give a report on behalf of the executive branch, in my capacity as Vice President of the Republic. The Republic thrives, though it is in its infancy. We have created out of the void of nothingness that was the tyrannical state known as Lurin, a state founded upon the principles of freedom and liberty for all, with promise and delivery of free and fair elections, and with the seating of a deliberative body selected with the consent of the people. The future is bright. We are working on a new capital. We are hashing out a treaty with the High Priest to secure his guarantee of our independence. We are building out our government and hiring agents to fill the posts created by the laws we have written. But still, much work is to be done. We look forward to continuing this work and thank the Senate for their faith in our administration. I will now take questions on behalf of the administration.” Senator Jacob Morgan: “For the purposes of writing bills, I wonder to the Government's potential claims on the land within our borders? Shall we be like the inbred degenerates of the Carrions and Novellens, clutching desperately to land. Or shall we make this land for our people, to live on or use, to own for their families in a way only nobles and gentry can in other nations.” Vice President Parzifal af Brasca: “I am unsure what you mean. The Constitution establishes that the federal government maintains jurisdiction and jurisprudence over the lands thereby incorporated under it. Until such lands are delegated to provinces by act of this Senate, all land is federal.” Senator Jacob Morgan: “What I am getting at is, will citizens own the land, only paying the occasional tax for government services. Or shall they lease it from the government.” Vice President Parzifal af Brasca: “That is yet to be determined and will be settled by act of this Senate. A bill on the subject of property and taxation has yet to be submitted, but the administration is eager to collaborate with a Senator on such.” Senator Jacob Morgan: “Thank you.” Speaker Jacquelyn O'Rourke: “Is that all, Mr. Vice President?” Senator Culvier Uialben: “How does the government intend to counter racism which has occured and violates Chapter 1 Article 1 of the Constitution?” Speaker Jacquelyn O'Rourke: “Ohhh...” Senator Jacob Morgan: “I hath spoken no hatred, violence, or harm. Only disgust towards nonrepublican ideals and concepts.” Vice President Parzifal af Brasca: “The Constitution states plainly that free speech is protected, but 'speech which incites violence, hatred or harm' is not. Therefore, such speech does not have legal protection as free speech and is free to be otherwise regulated.” Senator Culvier Uialben: “And what shall be done to counter it?” Vice President Parzifal af Brasca: “Therefore, it is the opinion of the administration that, within the confines of the Constitution just laid out, such speech may be regulated. The key word there is regulated. Within the Statutes, there are potential lawsuits to be had regarding such speech, but particular statutory authority must be established. Is such speech defamation? Is it an assault of some sort of verbal variation? Who knows? The Court will have the final word, but we invite any citizens that feel aggrieved to file suit.” Senator Jacob Morgan: “Would my fellow senators not agree, that pseudo immortality grants an advantage in life above the common man? And that on average, elves are not followers of the canonist faith and are openly distasteful of it? Though of course, this remains a matter for the courts.” Vice President Parzifal af Brasca: “That will be all, Madame Speaker. I suggest that while we wait for Senator Reverend Randir, we invite any Senators to give addresses or updates on topics as they see fit.” Senator Jacob Morgan: “I have a topic on which I may speak, it is of a bill that will assist the growth of our young nation. So, as I brought up with the Vice President, and in my speech on the Postage act. The Republic has a lot of land and is growing. The idea of provinces is certainly a solution, but arbitrary government borders cause distaste and mistrust amongst the population. So I wish to propose an act classifying all unincorporated land as frontier land. As well as establishing all such land as open for settlement within certain guidelines. This will give all citizens the chance to claim and own land, as well as form their own communities and supply lines to ease the growth of our nation and its provincial borders. Any input on such systems would be appreciated of course.” Vice President Parzifal af Brasca: “Regulations concerning land are critical. The administration would be eager to lend its ear on such a bill.” Senator Jacob Morgan: “Is anyone familiar with the actions that commoner families take within monarchist nations to acquire just the tiniest slice of hereditary land?” Speaker Jacquelyn O'Rourke: “Something along the lines of begging and grovelling?” Senator Cedric Drakehart: “Pardon me, I am late, gentlemen.” Senator Jacob Morgan: “That, but also the work put in. These families, for legacy, will fight wars, change governments. Become great men and women so they may have a manor. Imagine if those men and women had access to land in the republic? The best workers, soldiers, and thinkers on the continent. All in the republic, because we grant them access to a legacy, free of a noble's whims.” ________________________________________________ LATE ARRIVAL OF SENATOR DRAKEHART Vice President Parzifal af Brasca: “Welcome, Senator Drakehart. Please state your vote on the Statutes, on the Postage Act, and on the Loyalists Act, as well as the appointments of Mr. Uialben and Mr. Valfleur.” Cedric Drakehart: “Appointment of both Mr. Uailben and Mr. Valfleur - aye. Status of Salvo - aye. Postage Act, aye. Loyalist Act, aye ... Thank you.” Vice President Parzifal af Brasca: “Mr. Uialben is confirmed to his post. Please administer the oath of office, Madame Speaker.” Speaker Jacquelyn O'Rourke: “Senator Uialben - repeat after me. ... I swear to be true to the Republic, and not to maintain silence about any evil that I may know which is being contemplated against it. I swear to work tirelessly to the betterment of the Federation and its peoples. I swear also not to associate with traitors nor enemies of the state, and to always defend the honor of those I serve. Finally, I swear to execute the functions of my office with diligence, respect for the rule of law, and above all, in accordance with the Constitution. This I swear upon my life by the Holy Scrolls.” Senator Culvier Uialben: Repeats the oath as instructed, though secularizes the last part by swearing upon ‘the Citizens of Salvo’. Vice President Parzifal af Brasca: “Congratulations, Mr. Secretary.” Speaker Jacquelyn O'Rourke: “Congratulations, Senator. ... As our last order of business, Senator Drakehart please take the stand.” ________________________________________________ DELIBERATION ON THE GREAT SEALS OF STATE ACT Speaker Jacquelyn O'Rourke: “Senator Drakehart, you have three saint's minutes to introduce your bill. The floor is yours.” Cedric Drakehart: “Good day gentlemen and ladies. As you know, our institutions are newly-created. As such, it is important that the values of the Republic are plasmated into these institutions. Apart from working correctly in these institutions, it is our duty to have modern institutions that reflect its people, that reflects the identity of our constitution. To this end, I suggest to proceed with different seals that will represent the different bodies of the state” Speaker Jacquelyn O'Rourke: “Thank you, Senator Drakehart. Does anyone have questions for the Senator?” Vice President Parzifal af Brasca: “Will you be available to make alterations if details change or additions if new government entities are made?” Cedric Drakehart: “Of course. This bill is a modification of the Statutes. Specifically, is an addition of a new section in Chapter IV, Article 4 - Government Entities. As such, modifications and alterations can be made if a bill is proposed and approved, as our constitution states.” Speaker Jacquelyn O'Rourke: “Are there any further questions?” Vice President Parzifal af Brasca: “There being no further questions, we move to a vote. Please say aye, nay, or abstain for the record.” Senator Culvier Uialben: “Aye.” Speaker Jacquelyn O'Rourke: “Aye.” Cedric Drakehart: “Aye.” Senator Jacob Morgan: “Aye.” Senator Vyke Ashford: “Aye.” S1.1 The Great Seals of State Act Person Aye Nay Abstain Speaker of the Senate Jacquelyn O’Rourke X Registrar of the Senate Cedric Drakehart X Senator Othonin Randir X (in absentia) Senator Mitch McCanon X (in absentia) Senator Jacob Morgan X Senator Vyke Ashford X Senator Culvier Uialben X Figure 6 — A vote on Senator Drakehart’s bill, the Great Seals of State Act. This includes votes later submitted via late arrivals and in absentia. ________________________________________________ CLOSING REMARKS Vice President Parzifal af Brasca: “The ayes have it.” Speaker Jacquelyn O'Rourke: “The Speaker would smile favorably upon a motion to adjourn.” Senator Jacob Morgan: “Motion to adjourn.” Vice President Parzifal af Brasca: “A second is required.” Speaker Jacquelyn O'Rourke: “I second. All those in favor of adjourning this session - say aye! -- Aye.” Cedric Drakehart: “Aye.” Senator Jacob Morgan: “Aye.” Speaker Jacquelyn O'Rourke: “Aye.” Vice President Parzifal af Brasca: “The ayes have it. This meeting of the Senate is adjourned at 2:32 on the 11th of Sun's Smile.” Speaker Jacquelyn O'Rourke: “Thank GOD.” Senator Jacob Morgan: “For Democracy.” Vice President Parzifal af Brasca: “You are freed from your shackles of public service for the time being.” Closing Roll Call for the 1st Senate, 1st Session Person Present Absent Proxy Senator Jac O’Rourke X Senator Cedric Drakehart X Senator Othonin Randir X Senator Mitch McCanon X Senator Jacob Morgan X Senator Vyke Ashford X Senator Culvier Uialben X Figure 7 — Closing roll call results. ________________________________________________ SIGNATORIES Signed, Registrar of the Senate, Senator Cedric Drakehart

A POLITICAL REFLECTION ON THE NATURE OF POWER AND JUSTICE IN AEVOS Labor in Unity: The Fields of Aevos All the races of Aevos are bound by an ancient and cruel system. We live under the shadow of kings and lords, highborn and privileged, all of whom hold dominion over our lands, our labor, and our lives. Our lives are not our own. We are born into chains, fed only what our rulers choose to give us, and made to believe that this is the natural order of the world. But we, the oppressed, the downtrodden, and the forgotten, must ask ourselves: Why must it be this way? The Tyranny of the Few Aevos is a land ruled by the few -the wealthy, the powerful, the aristocracy- who claim dominion over the earth, the people, and all that is within it. The monarchs and the nobles hold all the wealth, all the land, and all the power, living in palaces, while the common folk toil and starve in fields, villages and towns. The disparity of wealth and power is not by accident. It is the result of a system that has been constructed over centuries, a system built on the backs of the laboring masses, but which serves only the interests of the ruling elite. The monarchy and the nobility do not rule by virtue of their wisdom or their strength. They rule by force and the manipulation of power.They claim that they are the divine representatives of the GOD. But is this not a falsehood? Is it not clear that the power they claim is not from any divine source, but from their control over land, resources, and the means of production? It is a system built to serve their interests alone, to bind the people in a perpetual cycle of servitude, as though justice itself has been twisted to their benefit. As Charles J. Temesch argued, justice cannot be simply the will of the powerful. True justice, as he believed, is rooted in equality and fairness. It is the assurance that the fruits of our labor are shared by all and that the power to shape our future lies with the people, not with a few elites. Justice must be a universal right, not a privilege granted only to those born into wealth. The True Nature of Justice We must reflect upon what justice truly means. Justice is not the will of the powerful. It is not the will of kings, nor the laws of the land. Justice is the balance of equality, of opportunity, and of fairness for all people. Justice is the ability to live freely, to share the fruits of our labor, and to own the land we cultivate. Justice is the right to live without the constant threat of oppression, to exist without fear of the whims of an aristocracy that does not know our pain. Today, in Aevos, we are denied justice. The peasants labor while the nobles feast. The miners dig deep into the earth while the lords live in grand palaces. Should justice be something only promised in the next life, while we suffer and toil in this one? No. True justice must be realized in the here and now. The workers of Aevos must be able to claim the fruits of their labor and the right to live freely, without being shackled by the decrees of lords who own what they did not earn. In the vision of af Brasca, the system of governance must be one that is responsive to the people, where rights are upheld, not as gifts from the rulers but as fundamental pillars of society. Justice, he asserted, must be grounded in law, not the arbitrary whims of the powerful. The Illusion of Power What is power? Is power the right to rule over others? Is it the right to control the land and its resources? Is it the blood lineage? In Aevos, power has long been defined as the right of the few to dominate the many. The nobility and the aristocracy use their control over the land and the people to enforce their rule. But this is a lie. Power is not the privilege of the elite—it is the birthright of the people. The true power of Aevos lies not in the hands of the elite, but in the hands of the common folk—the workers, the peasants, the miners, the artisans, and the soldiers. The people hold the power to shape their world. We are the ones who till the soil, who forge the steel, who build the cities, and who fight the battles. It is through our labor that the world turns. It is time we recognize this power, and take back what is rightfully ours. The Future of Aevos The future of Aevos does not belong to kings, queens, or princes. It does not belong to the nobles or the aristocracy. The future of Aevos belongs to the people—the workers, the peasants, the artisans, and the soldiers. We are the ones who will shape the destiny of this land, not the tyrants who rule us. But for this to happen, we must first recognize our common heritage. We must cast aside the divisions of race and class that have been used to divide us. We are all opressed, and our struggle is one struggle. We must unite to overthrow the chains that bind us, and to build a new world—a world based on justice, equality, and freedom. As Temesch and af Brasca asserted, the people must ensure that everyone is free to participate and challenge those in power, the world must be shaped by the collective will of its people, no just the whims of the nobility. The future is not theirs to dictate. It is ours to shape. Published by, Cedric Drakehart

House of Drakehart, often referred to as Dragonhart, is a Salvian House devoted to the Republic of Salvo. The coat of arms of the house comprises a heart in a white coat of arms, surrounded by fire and with a dragon inside; showing the inner strength of the members of their family. “God's strength is in our heart” The origin of the House of Drakehart goes back a few years to the United Kingdom of Aaun. Its founder, Cedric Drakehart, was born in the back alleys of Whitespire to a poor family, destitute and far from any kind of protection. Successive events led the young boy to leave his family and join the Royal Aaun Army at the age of 13. There he would be trained by different army captains until he reached the rank of Private. However, the story of the House of Drakehart in the United Kingdom of Aaun does not end there. The teen Cedric managed to win the trust of the young Prince Godwin, as the two shared the same age. After the events that engulfed the former exiled King of Aaun, Cedric's hometown of Whitespire went up in flames - burning the young man's face, forever. Here was born an inner strength that has endured to this day, and despite the burns, the young man's heart remains beating stronger than ever, like a dragon's heart. However, one event would trigger a series of events that would change young Cedric's outlook. He went along with the Royal Marshal and the now Prince Godwin to a meeting with the rest of the Realms of the Canondom, as one of the delegates from the United Kingdom of Aaun. There, he would witness how the young prince, despite being advised against it by the entire Aaunite delegation, decided to sell the sovereignty of his nation. A feeling then grew within Cedric; the House of Drakehart had given everything for the kingdom, literally, until it burned itself to the ground. However, when push came to shove, Prince Godwin, the House of Alstion and other nobles of the kingdom abandoned the people of the United Kingdom of Aaun to their fate. After waiting several months for even a small reaction from Aaun's rulers, the truth was, he was on his own. It took almost a decade for the House of Alstion to take action in its own realm, until these days - an interregnum of years that has caused the vast majority of the Aaunite population to migrate elsewhere. So Cedric Drakehart travelled to the lands of Lurin along with other exiles, where he devoted himself to spreading the word of GOD and working in a small settlement known as the Barony of Salvo. This place was a place of philosophical and ideological growth for all its members, as republican ideas flourished there. In this context, coinciding with the Robertine Crusade, the citizens of Salvo launched a republican revolution against the tyrant Lubba, which succeeded with little bloodshed. After the establishment of the Republic of Salvo, House of Drakehart is working at the foundation of the nation, being Cedric Drakehart one of the founding fathers of the nation. Currently, he serves as Senator of the Republic of Salvo after being chosen as such in public elections. In addition, he serves as Registrst of the Senate by the appointment of the Senate and he’s Governor of the Regions of the Southern Republic of Salvo by appointment of President Levi Summers. Currently, House of Drakehart is known for his bureaucratic work in the Republic, being one of the most prominent houses. It also highlights its participation in the different armed actions that have surrounded the birth of the State.

— ELECTIONS FOR THE SPEAKER & REGISTRAR OF THE SENATE — The first elections held within the Senate to choose the Senate Registrar and the Senate Speaker. FOREWORD As envisaged in the constitution of the Republic of Salvo, it is in our founding values to follow a democratic path that guarantees the freedom of the nation and its people. Therefore, the first internal vote of the senate has been held, in which it has been decided which senator will fill the position of Registrar and which senator will fill the position of Speaker. Below, the vote. ________________________________________________ RESULTS Election for the Speaker of the Senate Person Jac O’Rourke Any other candidate No Confidence Senator Jac O’Rourke X Senator Cedric Drakehart X Senator Othonin Randir X Senator Mitch McCanon X Senator Jacob Morgan X Senator Vyke Esheveurd X Senator Culvier Uialben X By unanimous decision of the Senate of Salvo, Senator Jacquelin O'Rourke is named Speaker of the Senate. Election for the Registrar of the Senate Person Cedric Drakehart Any other candidate No Confidence Senator Jac O’Rourke X Senator Cedric Drakehart X Senator Othonin Randir X Senator Mitch McCanon X Senator Jacob Morgan X Senator Vyke Esheveurd X Senator Culvier Uialben X By unanimous decision of the Senate of Salvo, Senator Cedric Drakehart is named Speaker of the Senate. ________________________________________________ SIGNED BY, Registrar of the Senate, Senator Cedric Drakehart

THE SOUTHERN EDICT Issued on the the 2003th Year of the Lord Fourth Year of the Proclamation of the Republic FOREWORD WHEREAS, It has pleased God that the land of the south is fertile and prosperous, and for many years we have welcomed a number of people who have joined the republican cause, its family and its people. KNOW THAT, that the Governor of the Southern Province, Senator Cedric Drakehart, as appointed by the President and within the powers given by the Constitution of the Republic of Salvo, have created The Southern Edict, the ruling edict of the southern province. ________________________________________________ PROVINCIAL ACTS: ARTICLE I: PURPOSE The Southern Province of Salvos, as stated in the Constitution, is under the Federative Pact and as such shall respect the constitution, defending the integrity of the land and resisting to any potential threats of tyranny that may arise over time. This legal document is not superior to the constitution, but functions alongside it, the constitution being the supreme norm. The Southern Province of Salvo, in recognition of the republican struggle, shall be imposed some limitations to safeguard the integrity of the Federation, which are exposed in the Section I of the Article II of the 2nd Chapter of the Constitution. ARTICLE II: LAND The Southern Province of Salvos shall be chartered at the top southernmost area of the Republic of Salvo (tile_cherry_blossoms_2 and tile_flood_plains_5) ARTICLE III: FINANCIAL LIBERTY As stated in the recently proclaimed Constitution of the Republic of Salvo, the federal government shall collect taxes, out of which, the Province is entitled to keep 20% of the revenues for use in local projects. ARTICLE IV: ENFORCEMENT AUTHORITY The Southern Province shall hell a meeting with its residents to elect a Sheriff, who may as well deputize citizens and otherwise go about the enforcement of local, provincial and federal law. This position does not have a fixed term, but the residents of the province itself must inform the governor of their liking or disliking of the position, and a provincial amendment to elect a new Sheriff can be initiated. The obligations and work frame of the Southern Sheriff will be discussed alongside the governor once an official is elected. ARTICLE V: MILITARY LIMITATION The Southern Province is disallowed from creating their own militaries or militias, and is pursued to rally their own citizens to enlist in the federal military. The Secretary of War of the Republic of Salvo can assign a local garrison or gendarmerie in the province in collaboration with the Southern Sheriff. ARTICLE VI: LEGAL LIMITATION The Governor of the Southern Province, at the request of its citizens, may enforce provincial or municipal laws in the region, as long as it does not contradict federal law. In the case of alleged criminals fleeing persecution, the Governor may petition the federal government to extradite. ARTICLE VII: GOVERNORSHIP The Governor of the Southern Province, at the request of its citizens, may appoint a Lieutenant Governor who will have the ability to be in use or not at the discretion of the Governor. ARTICLE VIII: ENTERPRISE In order to promote the local provincial economy, citizens of the province shall contact the Governor to establish provincial enterprises. The Southern Governor shall facilitate them the tools to do so. ARTICLE IX: CULTURE In order to promote culture in the region, the governor will provide tools for cultural activities to be carried out on demand by citizens. Cultural events may be held and the governor shall be obliged to provide the tools for them to take place in a way that is enriching for the whole population. ARTICLE X: MODIFICATIONS OF THE EDICT This edict is free for modification if and when the governor so desires. The citizens of the province may contact the governor or any officer to make changes, amendments or other modifications or initiatives that will benefit the province. ________________________________________________ SIGNED BY the Governor of the Southern Province, Senator Cedric Drakehart

"The republican ideas are more alive than ever" the Senator Cedric Drakehart would feel proud

SENATORIAL WELCOME FORM PROMPT RESPONSE NAME FIRST LAST Cedric Drakehart ORIGIN LOCATION COUNTRY Southern Province Salvo INTRO INTRODUCE YOURSELF AS A PERSON AND A PARTISAN Dear freefolk, as you know, I've been fighting for this republic from the start, from the beggining. We're all together in this fight and it's our duty as a community to stand for our rights and fight for our community. I work hard with my fellow colleagues in the republic in order to make it work, so we can build our free community. I, Cedric Drakehart, have been working tirelessly with the community and will keep doing so, as I am part of the community myself. We are all in this together. PLATFORM DESCRIBE YOUR GOALS IN THE SENATE Project 1 Establish a universal healthcare program that includes preventive care, health support, and equitable healthcare access, regardless of socioeconomic status. Project 2 Develop community-based centers where local citizens can directly participate in decision-making on issues affecting their lives, such as housing, local safety, and employment opportunities. Project 3 Promoting a balanced deistribution of our defense capabilities, that combines military defense with humanitarian support, creating a humanized military, that participates in both defense and disaster response. LEADERSHIP MARK IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN RUNNING TO LEAD [ ] Speaker of the Senate [ ] Registrar of the Senate OATH [ X ] I attest that I have recited the oath of office and am thus bound.

Good luck on life Reece, you're an incredible man, I really hoped I met you before in LOTC, anyhow, it was great fun sharing with you lots of moments in LOTC. I hope to keep in touch with you, I wish you the best!

"These ideals are the great foundation of the republic, with them we will endure as long as it takes." Cedric would say while he cheered and celebrated in Salvo

"The time has come. The Lubba and The Serene State are no longer able to protect the lands of the realm. The Lubba fled alongside his cohorts, we must take action now and destroy the darkspawn opposition that terrorize the Marshlands, the canondom community needs this. LURIN DELENDA EST" Cedric Drakehart would say while standing alongside Tristan and his other friends of Salvo while they write the declaration.

c. 23th of The Deep Cold, 201 of the S.A. [!] A depiction of the ceremony performed by Father Randir to grant eternal rest to the Marian soldier Reminiscing us of the importance of caring for our lands, the Lands of the Canondom, The Holy Army of the Exalted issued a call for patrols, which was attended by several of its members accompanied by freemen from Salvo. The party led by Holy Ser Lughais and Barend de Ruyter set out for the western lands. From their stronghold at The Holy Regency, they rode through the various settlements along the way. Accompanied by 3 other soldiers, Rosalyn Yvaine van Leuven, Father Randir and Cedric Drakehart. They tested passers-by to ensure that there was no darkspawn presence on the roads. After several hours on horseback and after several settlements visited, as they were about to reach the Kingdom of Haense, they encountered something on the road. A Marian soldier was patrolling the road with his sword drawn until he was stopped by the company. He was asked to perform a test to check that he was not a product of the darkspawn, but the soldier, watching the servants of GOD silently, without moving, held his sword steady. Suddenly, the soldiers noticed something terrible: the soldier's armour had a swarm of bees inside it! So the company drew their swords, dismounted from their horses and surrounded the soldier, who was still silent, still silent. After being ordered to remove his helmet, the Marian soldier showed his true face. He was already dead. Finding himself surrounded and seeing that his time was at hand, the Marian soldier, outnumbered 1 to 5, began to speak. This was a soldier who had served the Kingdom of Haense in the Marian Wars over 25 years ago - wars in which he died. However, he displayed a demeanour worthy of a servant of GOD - he was not an evil creature, at least in soul, but in form. The soldier's last wish was to die what he had been doing all his life, serving. Thus, The Holy Army of the Exalted granted him his last wish, to die fighting valiantly. After its demise, the Revenant fell to the ground, leaving no trace but a small blue and white badge, it was a medal of valor. The company left for the capital of the Kingdom of Haense, joined by the Salvo's Sheriff Marrin Wymrwood, they were motivated by the desire to hold a proper funeral so that the soldier could be laid to rest for eternity. There, Father Randir performed a mass in which he granted eternal rest to the ghost, so that he could go to the Seven Skies, leaving his past behind him, for he was not alive, but not dead either. As soon as the rest was granted, the badge, the only thing that remained of this soldier, rose into the air, as it disappeared, leaving nothing but dust around him. It seemed that at last, after years of being lost, he had achieved his long awaited rest. Penned by, CEDRIC DRAKEHART, a faithful, a devout, a believer

"I'm glad to see that our majesty Godwin is back. This should be good news" Cedric would reply.

"In Salvo we welcome with open arms the appointment of Acolyte Randir as parish priest, it is a great step that will help to keep the community of Salvo safe." Cedric would celebrate in the Salvo salloon

From St. Edmond's Chapel, the blistering cold would keep Cedric awake, who would have several broken ribs, as well as bruises all over his body and several cuts on his chest. After several hours trapped in the chapel, Salvo suddenly fell into absolute silence. He would turn his gaze to his faithful companion, Tristan, ‘Is it over, brother?’ he would ask for a moment, without any answer, as he was still unconscious. It may be over for today, but the threat of Iblees loomed over Salvo, and everyone knew it, this was only the beginning and we were in danger.