Laws of Funta

The Laws of Funta

The laws on the plains and desert lands are more harsh, except in LaHale which has the Irna laws. The east side of the convenient is growing more protective of its citizens and less harsh, so some of these laws are enforced unequally across the land. Funta has no emperor, just a council of tribal kings and warlords.

Chieftain Supremacy:

The word of a Chieftain is law within their domain. All subjects must obey without question.

Tribal Allegiance:

Loyalty to one's tribe is paramount. Betrayal or treason against one's tribe is punishable by exile or death.

Protection of Chieftain Blood:

Any harm, threat, or conspiracy against a Chieftain is a grave offense, punishable by the harshest means.

Right of Conquest:

Territories and resources can be claimed through conquest. The victor holds the right to the spoils.

Duty of Tribute:

All subjects owe regular tribute to their ruling Chieftain, be it in goods, services, or other forms of payment.

Limited Right to Dispute:

Conflicts between tribes should be settled through designated mediators. Open warfare is a last resort.

Restriction of Knowledge:

Only designated individuals may access and disseminate knowledge. Unauthorized possession of forbidden texts is punishable.

Chieftain Justice:

Chieftain hold the exclusive right to pass judgment within their territories. The concept of a "fair trial" is at the Chieftain's discretion.

Enforced Labor:

Chieftain can demand labor from their subjects as needed. Refusal is not an option.

Selective Freedom of Worship:

Worship is permitted, but any religious practices deemed threatening to a tribe or its Chieftain can be prohibited.

Might Makes Right:

Strength, both physical and in numbers, is respected. Those who can defend their rights and possessions may keep them.

Restricted Movement:

Movement between tribal territories requires explicit permission from the ruling Chieftain of both the departing and arriving regions.

Controlled Assemblies:

Assemblies are allowed only with the permission of the ruling Chieftain. Unauthorized gatherings are seen as potential rebellions.

Exploitation of Nature:

Nature is a resource to be used for the benefit of the tribe and its noble. However, wanton destruction without purpose is frowned upon.

Trade Under Watch:

All trade must be reported to the ruling Chieftain. Undeclared trade or smuggling is punishable.

Chieftain Exemption:

Chieftain are exempt from many of the restrictions placed upon commoners and have the right to bend or break laws as they see fit.

Forced Alliances:

Marriages and unions can be decreed by Chieftain to forge alliances or settle disputes.

Dark Arts Tolerance:

Magic, even of a darker nature, is tolerated if it serves the interests of the ruling noble.

Education by Privilege:

Education is a privilege, not a right. Only those deemed worthy by the ruling Chieftain receive formal instruction.

Silence is Safety:

Speaking against the ruling Chieftain, questioning their decisions, or spreading dissent is dangerous and often met with severe consequences.

These laws reflect the complex tribal dynamics and power structures of Funta, where might often dictates right and the whims of the leaders shape the fate of the commoners.