Permaglass' Treaties

Permaglass' Treaties or the Principles of War and Peace is a treaty signed in The City of Permaglass as orchestrated by The Bafigron Empire after the horrendous acts of The Seventh Azaraki Peace Wars, by all sides of the conflicts.
Most Polities in Rakion signed those treaties, even if they did not involve themselves in this war (such as the Kingdom of Arasil).
Most cities and embassies have those treaties etched in stone - however not always are the rules followed in the course of wars.
It is also customary for engaging sides to announce beforehand that they wish to follow the Principles of War and Peace, otherwise, none of the side is obligated to follow them.

The Stone of the Treaties

Once a party involved had broken the covenant that they agreed upon in the battle, their sigil, symbol or letters on the stones everywhere in Rakion, begin to gleam in red or yellow for which, all parties are aware of the falsehood that was committed by that party. Once, the party had repaired the damage or judged the people for the breaking of the treatise, those same symbols are again gleaming, only in a calming sense.

Purpose

The Purpose of the treaties is to sort out the bloody wars over Rakion and those who haven't signed the treaties, are not obliged to follow them against other enemies, though it is encouraged that they do.

Historical Details

Public Reaction

When written records of the treaties were gathered by the Andorian Inquisition in the Kadian Invasion of Rakion, they were thought to be a satirical piece of literature. Upon further inspection and interviews with locals, the legitmacy of the treaties was understood. Below is the relevant excerpt from the KMCS's war council: Protocol

12^th of Sage's Wisdom

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Present:

The Divine Legate (D)

King of Ader (A)

King of Navara (N)

King of Saltis (S)

Grand Marshal of the ARA (G)

High Inquisitors (H)

Marshals (M)

Rhanil Representative (R)

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M: We have reason to believe these are actual laws for conduction of war
D: And that reason is?
R: We have signed them
D: That's absurd.
G: We could adopt a similar code
D: No. I would like us to win wars.
N: Your Divine Holiness, diplomatically speaking, this could be wise approach
D: Your Highness, diplomatically speaking, we are at war.
S: Some of the clauses here are outright ridiculous. "Cessation of Battle at Sunset"?
A: I would also like to point out the implied chauvenism in this treaty. Why do women require protection but men do not?
S: "Engaging with Equal Status"? This clause outright forbids military advantage! We should continue expanding westwards until we are stopped!
D: No. We have yet to conquer all that we were promised. Grand Marshal, see to it that none of our units adopt this farce. That applies to our new allies as well.
G: We shall adhere to your decrees, His Divine Holiness.
D: High Inquisitors, have all but two copies of these treaties stored in the Cathedral Archives.
H: By His Grace we shall persevere.

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Permaglass' Treaties

Treatment of Prisoners

Let it be known that the killing of prisoners is forbidden. Those who surrender their arms shall swear an oath to lay down their weapons for the duration of the conflict and may be set free to gather a ransom.

The Surrender of Cities

It is an ancient law of war that a city surrendering without resistance shall not be harmed. Should a city resist and be stormed, sacking is permitted. However, if the gates are thrown open and surrender is offered, no harm shall come to those within.

On the Conduct during Sieges

If a town surrenders without a siege, it shall remain at peace, merely changing rulership. If a town surrenders after a battle or siege, inhabitants shall pay a fire-tax. Sacking is only permitted if the town is taken by assault.

The Protection of Non-Combatants

Non-Fighting Women, children, and the elderly shall not be harmed.

The Sanctity of Oaths

Breaking an oath is the gravest offense. Oaths, not contracts, bind agreements, whether trivial or significant. Noblemen who break their promises can expect no mercy.

Temples of various faiths

Churches and their clergy must be protected. Failure to prevent the pillaging of churches or disrespect towards the temples of the gods.

Engaging with Equal Status

Battles should be fought between equals: foot soldiers against foot soldiers, mounted knights against mounted knights, and so forth. Any deviation from this must be communicated prior to engagement (If possible).

Respect for Rank

Kings and lords shall not be attacked by those of lower status.

Cessation of Battle at Sunset

Battles shall cease at sunset to allow for the treatment of the wounded and rest for soldiers, horses, and other mounts.

On the Treatment of Surrendered Combatants

No harm shall come to those who have surrendered, are unarmed, or are engaged in duels.

Respect for Non-Combatants

Non-combatants, including heralds, peasants, bourgeoisie, non-engaging clergy members, women, and children, shall allowed to support the essential of the communities as long as the fighting is ensued.

Ethics of Killing Prisoners

Killing prisoners is forbidden due to both ethical and economic reasons. Nobles may be ransomed, mercenaries hired, and levies disarmed and sent home.

The Condemnation of Treachery

Treachery and oath-breaking are condemned as the lowest forms of conduct. High treason carries the death penalty, and the honor of an officer and gentleman is to be upheld.

The Abolition of Trial by Combat

Trial by combat is hereby ruled out as a means of settling disputes between polities.

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Authoring Date

23 Ernius 981 AB

Ratification Date

1 Art-Wint 985 AB

Location

The City of Permaglass

Signatories (Organizations)

• Ameros
• Amon-Thal
• Ara-Taj
• Brotherhood of Dora-Nil
• Chancellery of Rhovasil
• Confederacy of Siril
• Dharaek Khanate
• Donaquis
• Free Cities of Nidoran
• Grand Duchy of Albiril
• Grand Empire of Arkolion
• Holy State of Aluda'ar
• Khazad-Ram
• Kingdom of Anska
• Kingdom of Arasil
• Octoland
• Permaglass
• Rich Shore of Abaisgar
• Sofel
• Southshire
• Sova Daris
• Tarren Hills Pride
• The Bafigron Empire
• The Majestic Kingdom of Keatis
• The Sultans of Buqmat
• The Sylvan Kingdom of Eryndor
• Waleapia