1. Mutual defense against incursions by Orks or Ven from inside or from outside the archipelago.
2. If one of us enters Solace, all surviving members will erect at least one shrine to them in their domain, thus ensuring the new suaven is remembered and honored.
3. If a cabal-mate admits weakness, then we will rectify that weakness.
4. We will not murder one another.
5. If a Cabal-mate asks hospitality, it will be granted and reciprocated.
6. We will not reveal each other's secret name to outsiders, or use them against each other, or use them in sorcerous activities.
7. We will protect each other's artistic creations.
8. The contract will not require fealty.
9. Whoever builds a shrine as required by clause #2 must maintain it.
10. If you ask hospitality from a fellow cabal-member, you must give your host a gift.
11. The opportunity to explore ruins of the Sorcerer Kings must be offered to the entire cabal.
12. When forming a jury you must place at least one cabal member on that jury if possible.
13. If a duel takes place between cabal members, it must be fought by the cabal members.
14. The Blood Contract will not end until there is a High King.
15. We will not murder each other's spouses or children, unless it is in the name of Romance.
I've reworked our wagers (as listed above) into the following, and will replace with an actual prop some time soon (where soon is less than 1year
)The Oath of the Crimson Falls
In our Blood we do hereby form the Cabal of the Crimson Falls, may its name be upheld and its oath kept solemn until such time as a new High King casts all Shanri under his shadow. We agree, without thought of failure, to fulfil the promises that follow without need to bestow title or bend knee to one another in order to maintain the integrity of our vows.
Promises of Decorum
As those of noble baring we will not murder within our Cabal. Furthermore we extend this commitment to the spouse and children of those involved, unless the threads of Romance pull us to the act. Any duel called between members of this group is agreed to be fought without proxy or second. If another member of the cabal requests Hospitality then it shall be extended and reciprocated. Of course, only a despicable oath-breaker would ask for hospitality without offering a gift to their host in return.
Promises of Consideration
If an esteemed member of this Cabal undertakes an exploration of the ancient ruins of the Wicked Ones then an invitation will be extended, in timely manner, so as to give the undersigned Nobles the oppertunity to join them in the endeavour. In any jury formed by our word we will employ at least one of the undersigned nobles, given their presence and social acceptability in taking the task. If a fellow enters Solace then all surviving cabal members will erect at least one shrine to their dreaming comrade and take personal responsibility to ensure it is properly maintained and the Sauven remains both respected and remembered.
Promises of Respect
In deep and true respect for one another we pledge to keep the secret names signed upon this document private from those not akin to our oath. We will not take advantage from this knowledge or have it turned to foul Sorcery. As we protect our names, so too do we defend our lands, be that from hostile attack by Ven not of our discreet circle or by marauding Ork. We will actively protect artistic creations shaped by members of our coterie against any and all harm. If a member of the Cabal admits a Weakness, then the Cabal must work to rectify this failing.
In our Blood we form the Cabal of the Crimson Falls, and with our Blood it shall be bound.
Kyocera Ecc Ru
Sarin Yul Hinri
Zero Kain Zantetsukin
Moryandal Gessayansh Tammel
Eveash Cora Tammel
Once I print them off I'll add wax seals, blood stains, fuzzy-edge the paper and add appropriate emblems, scan them and then post them up here. I also have a beautified version of the letter to Lady Zara...