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Rules

Please read the Rules, if anything bellow contradicts the rules page please follow the official rules.

Slave Collars

Slave Creation

Players can choose to create a slave character (PC) or turn their character into one by consulting a Slave Clamper in Andunor's West Wheel. Before making such choices, players are advised to thoroughly read the OOC disclaimer to grasp the implications of their decisions. If a character opts for a Slave Collar, they can offer themselves for sale via the Andunor Slave Master in the West Wheel's Slave Pits.

Slaves made during character creation cannot align with the good side.

Slave Collar Removal

The only methods to remove a Slave Collar are purchasing freedom or completing a secret quest.

Property Rights for Slaves

Those bearing Slave Collars are limited in their property rights. They can't own standard accommodations but have specific places designated for them or can possess a shop in the Underdark or a vault instead. Surface property ownership is prohibited.

Inactive Masters

Should a slave's master become inactive (by not logging in for a predetermined period), the slave can approach the Slave Master NPC to sever their bond. After meeting the required waiting time, this option becomes available. For technical glitches, a DM can provide assistance.

Relationship Restrictions

Relationships of a sensual, romantic, or intimate nature between slaves and their owners are strictly prohibited due to consent concerns. Any such activities will be considered a PG-13 violation. If this situation arises, the owner should promptly release the slave.

Prisoner Collars

Players can choose to turn their character into a prisoner by consulting the Slave Clamper in Andunor's West Wheel. Before making such choices, players are advised to thoroughly read the OOC disclaimer to grasp the implications of their decisions. A Prisoner Collar can be removed at any time as per the user's preference.

Prisoner Collars can be a valuable first pick if you are uncertain about long-term slavery; a Slave Collar is typically a lengthy ordeal.

Advice for Players

Slaves

Slavery in-game necessitates a certain level of OOC consent from the enslaved player. It's advisable for a slave character to communicate OOC, via tells, with a prospective buyer to establish RP boundaries, discuss playtimes, and clarify expectations with potential buyers. If uncomfortable, players can refuse the purchase on an OOC level and convey it believably in RP. If pressured, players can submit a report to the DM for review. This advice is just a suggestion, however, and not a requirement. If a Player prefers a more authentic experience, they may forgo any OOC communication.

Slave Owners

Slave ownership is a significant responsibility and should not be undertaken lightly or for social status. To own a slave means entering an agreement with another player to be a significant part of their story. Consider reaching out to the other player OOC to ensure compatibility regarding playtimes, expectations, and views on slave RP. If there's a mismatch, respect the other player's choice not to be bought by your PC. Avoid forcing actions in-game if the other player is unwilling, as it may lead to negative experiences for both parties. Instead, aim for a positive and collaborative experience with the Slave system.

Starting as a slave

From DM_Spyre announcement, 16/12/2022:

"Only non-good humans and half-orcs are allowed on creation. If you create a different race, or a character of good alignment, and you rush down to the Underdark to give yourself a slave collar, you are exploiting the mechanics and will have the following incur: -Loss of slave collar. -Returned to your starting position. -Barred from ever taking the collar again on that character. -Returned to the level you were pre-collar.

If you did exploit to become a non-qualifying slave and let us know before we address it with you, you will be allowed to keep your current level and get the slave collar in the future, provided it is entirely in game and in character.

Helping people become slaves through OOC coordination is also against the rules. The setting expectations and mechanics should be respected. If you want to play a slave, create a character that qualifies."

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+== Rules ==
-== Slavery - how to play it in game ==
+Please read the [[Rules]], if anything bellow contradicts the rules page please follow the official rules.
+== Slave Collars ==
-Slavery is an important part of the Underdark culture and economy, and as such, people are welcome to play slavers and slaves on Arelith. However, in the interests of keeping the environment consistent and immerse, we expect people RPing slaves to actually RP like slaves. This includes:
+===Slave Creation===
+Players can choose to create a slave character (PC) or turn their character into one by consulting a Slave Clamper in Andunor's West Wheel. Before making such choices, players are advised to thoroughly read the OOC disclaimer to grasp the implications of their decisions. If a character opts for a Slave Collar, they can offer themselves for sale via the Andunor Slave Master in the West Wheel's Slave Pits.
-- Not owning things. Your master owns all your stuff. You shouldn't be carrying valuable/powerful items around. A character becoming a slave should expect to lose all they own (as a player, emptying your inventory can be oddly liberating).
+:*Slaves made during character creation cannot align with the good side.
-- Not throwing your weight around. If you're a slave, act like one. No threatening others etc. If you're throwing threats around, why are you a slave? Break free and escape to the surface.
+===Slave Collar Removal===
+The only methods to remove a Slave Collar are purchasing freedom or completing a secret quest.
-- Escorts. It's not practical to require slaves to be escorted all the time, so we're not going to require that. But equally, if you're a slave and you're sent alone to (say) Jhared's, why can't you just escape to the surface? Keep some consistency please.
+===Property Rights for Slaves===
+Those bearing Slave Collars are limited in their property rights. They can't own standard accommodations but have specific places designated for them or can possess a shop in the Underdark or a vault instead. Surface property ownership is prohibited.
-The DMs will be keeping a close eye on the RP of slaves and will be free in giving feedback, possibly with lower RPBs, where RP is detrimental to the setting. And conversely, if you're playing your slave well, giving up your property, showing weakness etc, you can expect to be rewarded with a higher RPB. Just be careful about leveling too quickly off it and outpacing your captors Wink
+===Inactive Masters===
+Should a slave's master become inactive (by not logging in for a predetermined period), the slave can approach the Slave Master NPC to sever their bond. After meeting the required waiting time, this option becomes available. For technical glitches, a DM can provide assistance.
-To be clear - this is '''not''' a new rule. This is us being serious about enforcing '''Rule One'''. It's getting silly down there, and that's going to stop.
+===Relationship Restrictions===
+Relationships of a sensual, romantic, or intimate nature between slaves and their owners are strictly prohibited due to consent concerns. Any such activities will be considered a PG-13 violation. If this situation arises, the owner should promptly release the slave.
--Mith
+== Prisoner Collars ==
+Players can choose to turn their character into a prisoner by consulting the Slave Clamper in Andunor's West Wheel. Before making such choices, players are advised to thoroughly read the OOC disclaimer to grasp the implications of their decisions. A Prisoner Collar can be removed at any time as per the user's preference.
+::*Prisoner Collars can be a valuable first pick if you are uncertain about long-term slavery; a Slave Collar is typically a lengthy ordeal.
+== Advice for Players ==
+===Slaves===
+Slavery in-game necessitates a certain level of OOC consent from the enslaved player. It's advisable for a slave character to communicate OOC, via tells, with a prospective buyer to establish RP boundaries, discuss playtimes, and clarify expectations with potential buyers. If uncomfortable, players can refuse the purchase on an OOC level and convey it believably in RP. If pressured, players can submit a report to the DM for review. This advice is just a suggestion, however, and not a requirement. If a Player prefers a more authentic experience, they may forgo any OOC communication.
+===Slave Owners===
+Slave ownership is a significant responsibility and should not be undertaken lightly or for social status. To own a slave means entering an agreement with another player to be a significant part of their story. Consider reaching out to the other player OOC to ensure compatibility regarding playtimes, expectations, and views on slave RP. If there's a mismatch, respect the other player's choice not to be bought by your PC. Avoid forcing actions in-game if the other player is unwilling, as it may lead to negative experiences for both parties. Instead, aim for a positive and collaborative experience with the Slave system.
+=== Starting as a slave ===
+From DM_Spyre announcement, 16/12/2022:
+"Only non-good humans and half-orcs are allowed on creation. If you create a different race, or a character of good alignment, and you rush down to the Underdark to give yourself a slave collar, you are exploiting the mechanics and will have the following incur:
+-Loss of slave collar.
+-Returned to your starting position.
+-Barred from ever taking the collar again on that character.
+-Returned to the level you were pre-collar.
+If you did exploit to become a non-qualifying slave and let us know before we address it with you, you will be allowed to keep your current level and get the slave collar in the future, provided it is entirely in game and in character.
+Helping people become slaves through OOC coordination is also against the rules. The setting expectations and mechanics should be respected. If you want to play a slave, create a character that qualifies."