OOC Info Kenash's Seasonal Rules & Regulations

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Magistrate Lorenzo Konrath ✥ A General Overview ✥ While most cities have rules and regulations that remain firmly in place for years - even decades - Kenash's are a bit more fluid in nature. With the appointment of a new Magistrate each season, comes the opportunity to update and change the law of the land. Are there laws that have been maintained from season to season, year to year? Yes, there have been and still are. However, visitors to Kenash and, in particular, the citizens of Kenash have come to expect seasonal changes, some of which have appeared rather mundane on the surface - only to sting later on - and yet others that have been downright life-altering. Now, one would think that this could cause a good deal of chaos, but, for the ruling Families of Kenash it is their way of life and has been since the beginning. It is how they have managed to keep things in order and in check - and they wouldn't have it any other way. By rotating the position of Magistrate through the twelve Dynasties, each Family is given the opportunity to have a voice and - if so desired, for good or bad - leave their mark on the city. Furthermore, by understanding that each Family will have its season to rule, the likelihood that any one Family would push to dominate the others firmly remains a fantasy instead of ever becoming a reality. It is as simple as not wanting to tip the proverbial apple cart for fear of retribution. ✥ Winter 513 AV ✥ As the colors of fall passes over to the cooling effects of Winter, so does the power slip from the Paille family to the Konrath family Konrath house is a house that exemplifies polar opposites. From the tall, large, dark Akalak to their small, pale, fragile-looking Konti wives and daughters, it plain to see. Following the rich heritage of Riverfall and the ancestry of Mura, the house Konrath has traditionally taken a pragmatic view of the slaves and the traditions in Kenash. It is how it was, how it always will be. House Konrath no more looks down upon the Radacke's radical breaking grounds any more then he would the Zulacav propensity of elevating slaves to family. The Current Rules and Regulations of Kenash, as Drafted by Magistrate Lorenzo Konrath and Witnessed by Clerk Atri Konrath, for the Winter Season, Five Hundred and Thirteen Years After the Valterrian NOTE: The following rules and regulations are applicable in the City of Kenash and any outlying lands not owned by one of the twelve Dynasties of Kenash. These laws may or may not be recognized within the boundaries of a Family's plantation. It is the responsibility of each Head of Household to effectively communicate any variations to both visitors and, more importantly, the Magistrate's Office. In regard to the Magistrate, the communication of variations must be achieved in a timely manner and in writing, to be kept on file for future reference and retained until further notice. Failure to do so may result in a sizable fine. The Magistrate has the final say in all cases, complaints, inquiries, and requisitions placed before them, as well as any related matters. The Magistrate does not have the authority to overturn a ruling from the previous administration unless irrefutable evidence is submitted to the Magistrate's Office, at which time, the current Magistrate is obligated to review said evidence and act accordingly. The Magistrate has the authority to modify any of the rules and regulations contained within this document, at any time during their term, with the exception of this and the above two articles. Citizens of Kenash who are a documented member of one of the twelve Dynasties of Kenash are exempt from the rules and regulations contained within this document. Any violations committed by a member of a Dynasty will be handled, in private, by the Head of Household, unless a Magistrate intervention is requested. Citizens of Kenash who are classified as a freeborn, visitor or slave are subject to the rules and regulations of Kenash. Any violations committed by a freeborn or visitor will be handled by the Magistrate and/or a representative of the Magistrate's Office. This can include, but is not limited to: acts of violence including rape, damages to personal possessions and/or property including crops, livestock, and slaves, physical harm including dismemberment and/or death, disorderly conduct, theft, and verbal or written assault including death threats. Violations committed by a slave will be handled by the offended party and overseen by the owner of said slave. If an agreement cannot be met between the two parties, the Magistrate and/or a representative of the Magistrate's Office can intervene. Slaves who are classified as rujaro are also subject to the rules and regulations of Kenash; however, upon capture, a rujaro will be charged accordingly and questioned thoroughly. After gleaning all information by any means necessary the Rujaro will immediately executed by public hanging. Visitors to Kenash have thirty days to request and obtain freeborn status from the Magistrate's Office and, in turn, must be branded as such. Failure to do so may result in either expulsion or enslavement, depending on the individual's health and abilities. Freeborns caught concealing or tampering with their brand, for whatever reason, will be punished accordingly, up to and including enslavement. Slaves caught concealing or tampering with their brand, for whatever reason, will be punished accordingly, up to and including execution. Freeborns are permitted to bear arms within the boundaries of Kenash; however, the weapon should remain peace-tied until needed to defend either themselves or the city. Drawing a weapon without just cause is grounds for expulsion. Slaves are not permitted to bear arms within the boundaries of Kenash; however, written approval from the Magistrate's Office can be obtained for select business ventures, such as the crafting of and/or selling of arms, or if the slave is being utilized as a personal guard. Failure to provide proper documentation will result in the slave's execution. Freeborns are permitted to use magic within the boundaries of Kenash; however, it should be for occupational purposes only or when needed to defend either themselves or the city. Utilizing magic without just cause is grounds for expulsion. Slaves are not permitted to use magic within the boundaries of Kenash; however, written approval from the Magistrate's Office can be obtained for select business ventures. Failure to provide proper documentation will result in the slave's execution. Freeborns are encouraged to open, own, and/or operate a business, or obtain a position with an existing business or plantation within their first ninety days of living within the boundaries of Kenash. Failure to do so will result in a single warning, followed by expulsion from the city. Slaves are not permitted to open, own, and/or operate a business within the boundaries of Kenash; however, written approval from the Magistrate's Office can be obtained for select business ventures. Failure to provide proper documentation will result in the slave's execution. There will be no grace period in relation to slave infractions. It is the owner's responsibility to train said slave to Kenash rules and regulations before they are released in public. If a slave is punished in a manner that lowers their value due to the slave's own infraction of the rule, then it is the owner's responsibility for improper training of the slave. Oversized livestock, such as horses, are now freely permitted within the boundaries of the City of Kenash - beyond the traditional use of trade or service purposes - such as riding and training. Failure to properly maintain the livestock and any related excrement may result in a sizable fine. Racing within the City of Kenash is forbidden. Amended 10th of Winter 513 by Lorenzo Konrath. No temporary structures will be permitted within Kenash city. All visitors, guests, or freeborn must establish a permanent address for the duration of their stay within Kenash * Credit for the original design goes to Banickle. Current seasonal laws go to Translucent. .