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![[Image: empire_seal.png]](https://selene.online/region_files/empire_seal.png) FOUNDER RULINGS OVERVIEW AND RULES What are Founder Rulings?
There are times when people disagree. Maybe someone did something that you think is unrealistic, like claiming to possess an excessively large army, annex lands that belong to someone else, claiming to use languages or cultural traits that are too different from those of neighbouring countries, or maybe you just disagree with someone on what is allowed in a roleplay. When that happens, and it seems that you might not agree on a good way to solve the problem, it might be a good idea to file a request for a Founder Ruling. A Founder Ruling is a request for the Founder to review your case, see the evidence, hear the arguments made by both parties, and decide the fairest course of action. It is an easy and simple way to solve your difference, by letting a neutral third party take a look and see the case for its merits, rather than being biased towards you or the other party. Once the Founder has considered all the evidence, he will issue a ruling, which will be the final word on the controversy. What are they not?
Founder Rulings are not a hostile measure. Their purpose is to prevent a hostile argument between the two parties, so they can make their case in a civil manner and respect the decision ultimately made by the neutral arbiter. In that sense, you should never shy away from filing a request, if you truly believe it would be best to let an unbiased party decide the best course of action. Founder Rulings are also not a way for you to claim official victory over others. If you file a request, you should not assume that the result will be zero sum. It's possible that the Founder could rule in your favour, but it's also possible that he could rule against you. Or he might opt for a solution that addresses the concerns of both parties, so that nobody feels treated unfairly. Founder Rulings are meant to solve disputes and keep the peace, not to give either party the upper hand. Who can request a Founder Ruling? If any of the following apply to you, then you are entitled to use Founder Rulings as a way to solve controversies:
How does one file request for a Founder Ruling? There is no need to write like a lawyer in order to file a request for a Founder Ruling, but you do need to be clear about what the problem is, what rule it breaks and why that is the case. While you can follow whatever format you desire, here is a simple format that you could use, if you are out of ideas: Code: [align=center][b]REQUEST FOR A FOUNDER RULING[/b][/align]Like I said, there is no standard form. If the above format doesn't help you make your case, you can use another one, as long as you remember to explain what the problem is and why it should be solved one way or another. It doesn't have to be overly legalistic and complex -not everyone is a lawyer-, but it does need to help the Founder understand why you believe what you believe.
Once you have your post ready, make sure to post it in Kalominos Palace. What to do after a request for a Founder Ruling is filed? If the Founder decides to accept your request, he will allow some time for the other party and any other interested parties to counter your arguments and present their own. You may also respond to the other party and make additional arguments, provided that you all post in a civil and respectful manner. If either party takes it as an opportunity to continue their old argument, Once sufficient time has passed, usually but not always, a week, the Founder will consider all the arguments made and publish his decision. Once the decision is published, all parties involved will be expected to abide by it.
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