The Kingdom of Devirad

The Royal Office Act, 1632 Issued and Confirmed by His Royal Majesty, Malineer Dralguna, 16th Of the First Seed, 1632. In assurance with the uprise of the governmental structure of our most orderly state, we do henceforth publish the Royal Office Act, an act wherein the denizens of our ilk or those yonder our borders may gander at the inner-functionality of our just Kingdom. For peace and for a stable future. The following seats are henceforth recognised as, with their respective law backed by His Royal Majesty, and must be adhered to when traversing our just realm: The Seat of the Monarch The Responsibility to ensure the wellbeing and safety of the Realm The Duty to Serve diligently and wisely The Power of Absolute Authority, to override the Senate’s decisions, replace members of the Council, banish, execute, or enforce his will as he so pleases. To be addressed as “Your Majesty” Incumbent: Malineer Dralguna (Shelyn) The Office of High Executor The Responsibility for Carrying out the Will of the King The Responsibility of Carrying out International Diplomacy The Duty of Overseeing the Law and Punishment The Power to Act as Regent in the King’s Absence The Power to Sentence an individual for crimes. The Power to Appoint officials to the duty of Magistrate To be addressed as “Your Excellency” Incumbent: Friedrich (Langschewt) The Office of the First Steward Responsibility to maintain the Finances of the Realm The Responsibility to Institute a Proper and Fair Tax Code The Duty of Collecting taxes The Power to appoint Stewards of the Realm. The Power to Evict Residents and Vassals To be addressed as “Your Excellency” Incumbent: Lux Hedwynn (Chihiros) The Office of Marshal The Responsibility of the Defense of the Realm The Responsibility of Commanding the Banners of the Realm The Duty to Raise the Banner in the Realm’s defense The Power to Appoint wartime commanders The power to try Officers and Soldiers in a military Tribunal To be addressed as “Your Excellency” Incumbent: Vacant The Office of the Hands The Responsibility to Advise on Theological Matters The Duty to Ensure Piety of the Realm The Power to Mediate on Clerical Disputes The Power to appoint Missionaries To be addressed as “Your Excellency” Incumbents: Morrigan Dralguna, Yldrathir, Abdiel Ipos The Office of Sanitation and Cleanliness The Duty to Clean up The Power to Clean a Mess The Responsibility of the Cleanliness of the City The Responsibility of the Sewers The Power to Appoint Three (3) Cleaners To be addressed as “Your Excellency” Incumbent: Vacant The Office of Senator The Responsibility to represent a demographic of the population, such as Spectral Beings, Blood Mages, etc The Duty to approve or deny proposed law The Power to Elect the Monarch when the time comes one must be selected They are elected by popular vote of their chosen demographic, which they must also be a member of. Three (3) Seats are free to be held by any citizens whom are non-assosciated with a demographic which hold a seat. To be addressed as “Sir,” or “Madam” We recognize that one individual cannot do everything their job entails on their own, and thus some offices have been granted the power to appoint others to offices which are described below. Magistrate The Responsibility to act as arbiter of the law The Duty to interpret the law The Duty to determine guilt and innocence The Power to summon one for trial The Power to sentence on for crimes Steward The Responsibility of Housing The Duty of managing taxes and property costs The Power to evict inactive and unlawful tenants The Power to fine residents and property owners for unlawful modifications and vandalism of property separate of any legal fines for said crime. Missionary The Responsibility to spread Xionism The Duty to uphold the integrity of the Faith abroad The Duty to offer succor and aid to Xionists and Mortals alike The Duty to oppose the Godslaves and any of the minions Cleaner The Responsibility to clean messes The Duty to keep the city clean The Power to clean up any mess with legal writ NARN AL'VEEGATI ZU'BLOVAK His Royal Majesty, Malineer of the House Dralguna, First of his Name, King of Devirad, the Forlorn and the Cursed Men, preceptor of the Old Dark, and protector of the Xionist realm. The Honorable Senate of Devirad (Credit to Tsuyose for formatting the post)

As the descendants wandered through their cities, a melting pot of excitement and loud noises would reach their ears.. It seemed like a big amount of people had gathered around a herald, clothed in grey , desperately calling out for the attention of all. “Hear thee, hear thee, descendants of the four brothers! The kingdom of Devirad is calling out to all the playwrights that grace the soils of these realms to join together in a battle of writing! All may participate and all will be considered equally!” The Crowds stirred in enjoyment, shifting their heads to one another in wonder of who might participate and who might win before the herald pursued his speech “The being whose play is selected as the best of all shall be rewarded with the sum of two thousand shiny minas and the promise of seeing his or her own play go into production! The second best will receive one thousand minas and have his or her play maybe go into production and then the next best will receive five hundred minas. The winning play will be put into production at the hands of the The Devirad Theatre Company. A chance one can simply not pass out on! Send in your submissions to the Devirad Theatre Company Secretary together with your name The Herald would leave behind a large amount of pocket sized posters for everyone to carry along and spread the news.

COMPENDIUM OF ASHEN LAW The Code of Law, and Punishment be it Civil, Criminal, or Natural _____________________________________________________________________________ Foreward Law, Punishment, and Procedure Arcane Legislature Criminal and Civil Procedure ________________________________________________________________________________ FOREWARD ON LAW AND ORDER A society does not exist with the twin pillars of both Law and Order, so tied together one cannot speak without mentioned the other. With no Order the Law cannot be enforced and with no Law it is anarchy, chaos, the antithesis of a functioning and productive society and peoples, one which does safeguard and protect the innocent while delivering a swift vengeance against those who would trespass and upset the life of the citizenry. It is by nature the vagabond and selfish seek to skirt or abuse the Law, finding loopholes for the exploitation of their peers and benefit only of themselves. Such leeches on the society ought to be purged and provisions within the Law ought to guarantee their swift punishment is dealt with maximum severity, for there is not a greater crime than the exploitation of the Law, and the malicious degradation of an Order toiled for through blood and sweat. When it becomes apparent the Law no longer provides ample support for Order and the justice of those it was designed to protect, it falls to the citizenry to ensure the law is amended to correct the wrongs, for if they will not protect themselves, they do not deserve protection. Even the sword and shield that are Law and Order will not look after a populace which will not ensure their own justice. It thus becomes imperative that each and every citizen be tasked with the civil duty to look after their friends, family and neighbors. ________________________________________________________________________________ LAW, PUNISHMENT, AND PROCEDURE Punishment and Procedure On Offenses Offenses committed, in order to be considered legitimate, must be performed against one of the following partied within the jurisdiction of Devirad and her territories, else it falls to the sovereign of said land to enforce or not. Said parties are the following; person, property, state, the public, and inchoate. Crimes, save those of the highest order of treason against the state, shall be defined in the following way to better mete out justice and punishment against the proven guilty party The Third Degree, the least severe, an infraction The Second Degree, of moderate severity, a misdemeanor The First Degree, of the greatest severity, a felony Punishment for each degree of severity is listed and defined for easy reference and quick distribution with no question on what is fair and proper for any specific case and crime. Of the Third Degree, a fine of up to Two Thousand Mina, the removal of an entire finger, the removal of two rear teeth, removal of two toes on the same foot, ten years service to the state, four years in prison, branding upon the left buttock or left breast, a hexe or curse lasting no more than one year and a half. Of the Second Degree, a fine up to Fifteen Thousand Mina, thirty years service to the state, the removal of three fingers of one hand, the removal of the top front teeth and two rear teeth, the blinding of one eye, removal of five assorted toes (three on one, two on the other), branding upon the forehead, a hexe or curse to last no more than three years. Of the First Degree, a fine up to Sixty Five Thousand Mina, a lifetime in prison, a lifetime service to the state, complete removal of the right arm halfway up the forearm, blinding of both eyes, removal of the teeth and tongue, castration both root and stem if male, removal of both feet, removal of nipples via horse and chain, a hexe or curse lasting no more than fifteen years. Of the punishment concerning High Treason, the most heinous and severe of crimes, execution by any of the following; hanging, beheading, tar and feathering, burning alive, crucifixion, impaling, being pulled by two horses opposite each other, drawing and quartering, drowning, eaten alive by wild animals. In the event of a Criminal Trial, an offender is entitled to hire a legal representative which may be dismissed at any time by the defendant for failure to properly present them or incompetence. The defendant is responsible for all hiring fees. The presiding State appointed official may also dismiss said legal representative for contempt and charge them with such if appropriate. In a Civil Trial, the two parties are entitled to hire legal representatives which may be dismissed by the hiring parties for failure to properly represent them or incompetence. Said parties are responsible for any fees. Injury against Person(s) Assault When an individual attacks or injures another which brings about no lasting injury, this is assault of the third degree, a misdemeanor When an individual attacks or injures another with lasting injury, or with a weapon, or magicks, this is assault of the second degree, a felony When an individual attacks or injures another with permanent damage, assault of the first degree, a felony Murder When an individual knowingly takes the life of another with no premeditation and as any reason a person might be coerced or incited to commit a fatal crime, this is murder of the third degree, a felony When an individual knowingly takes the life of another with no premedation, this is murder of the second degree, a felony When an individual knowingly takes the life of another with clear premeditation, this is murder of the first degree, a felony Manslaughter When an individual takes the life of another without intent or as the result of negligence, this is manslaughter, a misdemeanor Mutilation When an individual intentionally or negligently commits the disfigurement or removal of a single toe or finger of another, this is mutilation of the third degree, a misdemeanor When an individual intentionally or negligently commits the crippling or lasting disfigurement or removal of a multiple toes and/or fingers of another, this is mutilation of the second degree, a misdemeanor When an individual intentionally or negligently commits the dismemberment or permanent removal of a limb, organ, or appendage of another, this is mutilation of the first degree, a felony Torture When an individual, whom is not a sanctioned state official, willingly and knowingly commits acts of permanent or lasting damage to an individual for information or otherwise, this is torture of the second degree, a felony When an individual, whom is not a sanctioned state official, willingly and knowingly commits acts of permanent or incapacitating damage to an individual, including acts described in the crime of first, and second degree mutilation for information or otherwise, this is torture of the first degree, a felony Kidnapping When an individual intentionally abducts, restrains, or confines another individual against their will without physical harm, or endangerment of the victim, this is kidnapping in the second degree, a misdemeanor. When an individual intentionally abducts, restrains, or confines another individual against their will with unintentional physical harm, or endangerment of the victim, this is kidnapping in the first degree, a felony Defamation When an individual knowingly spreads false information or construes about an individual, without intent to harm the reputation of that individual, this is defamation in the third degree, an infraction. When an individual knowingly spreads false information or construes about an individual, with intent to harm the reputation of that individual, this is defamation in the second degree, an infraction. When an individual knowingly spreads false information or construes about an individual, without intent to harm the reputation of that individual, using public space or printed letter, this is defamation in the first degree, a misdemeanor. Impersonation When an individual intentionally assumes the identity of another individual for any purpose except committing the crimes of high treason, this is impersonation in the second degree, a felony When an individual intentionally assumes the identity of another individual for the purpose of committing the crimes of high treason, this is impersonation in the first degree, and considered High Treason in itself Crimes against Property Theft When an individual intentionally removes property without the consent of its owner, and this property totals up to five hundred minas in value, this is theft in the third degree, an infraction. When an individual intentionally removes property without the consent of its owner, and this property totals greater than five hundred mina, up to two thousand mina in value, this is theft in the second degree, a misdemeanor. When an individual intentionally removes property without the consent of its owner, and this property totals greater than two thousand mina, up to any amount of mina in value, this is theft in the first degree, a felony. Burglary When an individual unlawfully, and without consent of the owner, enters a property with the intent to commit a nonviolent crime, this is burglary of the second degree, a misdemeanor. When an individual unlawfully, and without consent of the owner, enters a property with the intent to commit a violent crime, this is burglary of the first degree, a felony. Banditry When an individual intentionally deprives an owner of his moveable property through violent means or with promise of such, and this property totals up to one hundred fifty minas in value, this is banditry in the third degree, an infraction. When an individual intentionally deprives an owner of his moveable property through violent means or with promise of such, and this property totals at least one hundred fifty minas, up to one thousand mina in value, this is banditry in the second degree, a misdemeanor. When an individual intentionally deprives an owner of his moveable property through violent means or with promise of such, and this property totals at least one thousand minas, up to any amount of mina in value, this is banditry in the first degree, a felony. Vandalism When an individual unintentionally or through negligence defaces public or private property of a sum equaling one hundred and fifty mina, this is vandalism of the third degree, a misdemeanor. When an individual intentionally, unintentionally or through negligence defaces public or private property of a sum equaling at least one hundred and fifty mina, up to one thousand mina, this is vandalism of the second degree, a misdemeanor. When an individual intentionally, unintentionally or through negligence defaces public or private property of a sum equaling at least one thousand mina, up to a sum of ant amount of mina, this is vandalism of the first degree, a felony. Arson When an individual unintentionally or through negligence sets fire to property, worth any amount of mina, this is arson of the second degree, a misdemeanor When an individual intentionally sets fire to property worth any amount of mina, this is arson of the first degree, a felony. Fraud When an individual unintentionally or negligently fails to abide by the terms of a written or verbal contract, misleads regarding its terms, or fails to meet a deadline of said contract, this is Fraud of the second degree, a misdemeanor. When an individual intentionally or negligently fails to abide by the terms of a written or verbal contract, misleads regarding its terms, or fails to meet a deadline of said contract, this is Fraud of the first degree, a felony. Trespassing When an individual unlawfully and without consent of the owner enters a property considered private, this is trespassing, a misdemeanor. Crimes against the State Treason Where an individual knowingly carries out an act of criminal insubordination or disloyalty intended to subvert the authority of an agent of the state, or commits such an action with intention to harm the state, this shall be treason in the second degree or petty treason, a felony. Where an individual knowingly aids or abets enemies of the state, participates in armed conflict or espionage against the state, attempts or conspires to the usurpation of the government, or attempts or conspires to murder a member of the imperial government, this shall be treason in the first degree or high treason, punishable only by execution as listed. Sedition When an individual willing incites others to commit treason, or rebel against the state and its’ authority through verbal or written means, this shall be sedition, a felony. Obstruction When an individual intentionally or unintentionally through negligence prevents the state and its’ appointed officials from investigation, meting out justice, or apprehension of criminals and criminal activity, this is Obstruction, a felony Tax Evasion When an individual unintentionally or through negligence fails to pay the levied taxes to the state or any of its lawfully appointed and sanctioned officials, this is Tax Evasion in the second degree, a misdemeanor. When an individual intentionally fails to pay the levied taxes to the state or any of its lawfully appointed and sanctioned officials, this is Tax Evasion in the first degree, a felony. Absconding When an individual fails to surrender to state officials or willingly avoids such at the demanded time, this is absconding, a felony, and as such serves as immediate proof of guilt on all crimes charges and suspected of. Bribery When an individual offers a monetary or physical reward or payment for an act of dishonesty, this is bribery, a misdemeanor Extortion When an individual uses violence or threat of violence to persuade someone to act dishonestly or in a way they would otherwise act, give money, objects or rewards, this is extortion, a felony. Perjury When an individual intentionally withholds pertinent information during an interrogation from an official of the state, this is perjury of the second degree, a felony. When an individual intentionally withholds pertinent information during an oath testimony during the course of a trial, this is perjury of the first degree, a felony. Harmed Majesty When an individual, intentionally, unintentionally, or through simple negligence brings any harm about the Monarch or his family, it shall be Harmed Majesty, High Treason and and punishable only by execution as listed. State Homicide When an individual intentionally, unintentionally, or through simple negligence brings death upon a high official of the state, such as a member of parliament, or one of the King’s own advisors, it is State Homicide, a felony. Crimes against the Public Contraband Where an individual knowingly possesses illegal substances, literature, or items, this shall be the crime of possession of contraband in the third degree, a misdemeanor. Where an individual knowingly sells, markets, purchases, or transfers ownership of illegal substances, literature, or items, this shall be the crime of possession of contraband in the second degree, a felony. Where an individual knowingly manufactures illegal substances, literature, or items, this shall be the crime of possession of contraband in the first degree, a felony. Deviancy When an individual acts or performs in a manner deemed unacceptable by public standards of the norm, this is deviancy, a infraction Adulery When a married individual willingly and intentionally breaks the bonds of matrimony and fornicates with another, it is adultery, an infraction Consanguinity When an individual knowingly and intentionally fornicates with one’s close family, such as siblings, parents, or offspring, it is consanguinity, a felony. Concealment of Identity When ones intentionally hides their identity despite being ordered to reveal themselves by the authorities, it is concealment of identity, a misdemeanor. Disturbing the Peace When one intentionally or unintentionally through negligence, upsets the normalcy of the day through immoral, strange, or wild performances, this is disturbing the peace, a misdemeanor. Inchoate Crimes Conspiracy When an individual knowingly shows intent to commit crime at any point in the future, it is conspiracy, a felony Incitement When an individual attempts to persuade or coerce an individual to commit a crime, this shall be incitement, a felony. Attempt When an individual tries to commit a crime but fails, the individual shall be given a mitigated punishment as to the punishment for actually committing said crime. Crimes Maleficar Defining a Maleficar One whom is in service to a deity and is given unnatural powers for such. One who actively uses a deific magic. One who actively uses a spiritual or shamanistic magic. One who uses a magic to shape or alter nature. Aiding a Maleficar When an individual unintentionally or through negligence gives aid and succor within the border of the State, it is Aiding a Maleficar in the second degree, a felony When an individual intentionally or through negligence gives aid and succor within the border of the State, it is Aiding a Maleficar in the first degree, High Treason and and punishable only by execution as listed. Harboring a Maleficar When an individual unintentionally or through negligence brings a Maleficar into the borders of Devirad without intent to turn them over to authorities, is Harboring a Maleficar in the second degree, a felony. When an individual intentionally brings a Maleficar into the borders of Devirad without intent to turn them over to authorities, is Harboring a Maleficar in the second degree, High Treason and and punishable only by execution as listed. Deific Practice When an individual intentionally or through negligence casts or uses the spells and abilities, or uses objects of a deific origin such as the spells of a Paladin or Cleric, it is Deific Practice, a felony. ______________________________________________________________________________ AMENDMENTS TO THE LAW _____________________________________________________________________________ CRIMINAL AND CIVIL PROCEDURE Civil Procedure When an individual finds quarrel or qualm with another, they shall notify the proper authority of said dispute. The aforementioned individual shall become the Plaintiff, while the latter comes the Defendant. The Plaintiff shall have their case reviewed by an appointed state official who is unbiased and uninvolved in the matter personally. Appropriate officials will be any members of Parliament or one appointed by the King himself for said duty or duties. An official can also be temporarily appointed by a member of Parliament in the event the King is not present. The King may appoint a permanent official to the Office of Justice, whose duty it shall be to preside over Civil Disputes. A date and time shall be declared in which both Plaintiff and Defendant make their case in a setting open to the public for viewing. Failure to appear without notice and request for reschedule will result in the absent party losing the Dispute, along with a 150 Mina fine. In the result of a Civil Dispute, the Defendant can request trial by combat, in which they shall, in the presence of the Plaintiff and three witnesses, declare their intent for a trial by combat. The presiding official will be informed of such where he can approve or deny such as per the specifics of the Dispute. In a trial by combat, neither party will be allowed to kill the other. Any limbs, appendages, organs, and tissue damaged shall be fixed. Before combat takes place, the Plaintiff must clearly and plainly determine what he disputes and what he believes ought to be paid to settle such dispute. It is up to the appointed official to determine what the settlement should be. Criminal Procedure When an individual violates the law and is apprehended by state authorities or turns themselves in, the rules of Criminal Procedure shall be effected. An individual who is awaiting a Criminal Trial shall be held by authorities, or may post bail, an amount determined by a state appointed Justice, or the presiding member of Parliament overseeing the case. It shall be returned to the Defendant upon their arrival to the trial. All trials of Criminal nature are against the State, or Public, with a representative of the state acting as Plaintiff. The Defendant is entitled to hire their own legal representative but is responsible for their fees and conduct, solely. During the proceedings of a trial, the Defendant is to be escorted under arms to the court, where they shall take turns addressing allegations laid upon them. The Defendant shall be read the charges against him, and will then declare if he is innocent or guilty. If declaring guilty, a sentence will be passed immediately If declaring innocent, the procedure outlined below will be as follows. The Defendant may call witnesses to confirm any alibis or to counter allegations made by the Plaintiff. These witnesses may remain anonymous until the events of the trial for safety. The Plaintiff may call witnesses to confirm any alibis or to counter allegations made by the Defendant. These witnesses may remain anonymous until the events of the trial for safety. The spouse of the Defendant and their children are not required to testify if asked to by a Plaintiff and persistent questioning of them by the Plaintiff about allegations and charges will render such charges dropped, and the legal representative of the Plaintiff fined up to five hundred mina. When either party has permission to speak, the opposing party is to remain silent until granted leave to speak. In the event the speaking party is skewing facts or attempting to sway with trial with anything other than fact, the opposing party may call for objection which the Justice will choose to approve or deny. In the event a party continues to disrupt the peace, in such a way they refuse to be silent when the Justice calls to order, or continually attempt to upset the orderly fashion of the court, they may be charged with contempt, resulting in a recess of the trial to be resumed on another day. When both the Defense and the Plaintiff have rested, and have declared such openly and on the record, it then falls to the overseeing official to reach a verdict, by it either guilty or innocent of the crimes charged upon the Defendant, and the appropriate punishments for each