~This is an old declaration, in which the GE (Gotei Elite) guild still use today, and is considered one of the most cherished and sacred law that keeps us strong. More importantly, this declaration must be presented to the main hall so that all members, veterans and new comers alike, must read this so that they know what this branched family stands for and what it truly means to become...an honorary captain.~
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~The Foundation of Sacred Law~
:{Our Oath}:
In this thread, you will find rules that will define our council's most sacred teachings. Unity and Equality. Both of these words may seem simple enough but mean more than what most people perceive them to be. There are many aspects within these two words and they are what represent the integrity and honor of our guild. Laws that define what this council must live up to with much devotion. These laws are what form this family together as one and as such laws that all council members must always abide by. Creating these sacred laws is what brings unity and equality together. In essence, following these sacred ways is much like taking an oath. Once you become a captain, it will mean that you have taken that oath to follow the laws that transcends the sacred ways of the council. An oath that you must ALWAYS follow with absolute devotion.
:{Defining Unity}:
Unity... What does it truly mean? How do we unite? Are we not united already? We've come together, isn't that right? These many questions that run through our heads almost always or never are what need to be answered. Regardless, do we truly put their meanings into motion? Well...that all depends on how you do when forming a council. Unity means quite a lot. Especially if a guild strives to create such in a council. Making ideas is but the first step. When an idea is presented, whether it be from anyone within the guild, the first step of engaging this is by coming together as a council. In other words, all members must work together in order to critique and diligently discuss what can be worked out. Ideas are always encouraged, yet must also be carefully examined so that this family knows what benefits the guild and what doesn't. Sometimes, it can be a rejecting type of procedure and other times it can shed much light when it is deemed qualified as a valid idea that will help this guild reach to higher goals. A stern, yet moral balance within the sacred laws of the council. But always remember that even though some ideas are rejected, our cherished people should never feel discouraged, but more motivated to do better.
The process of rejecting some ideas can be very difficult to do, for we do not like to turn people's ideas away. We encourage them to open their minds and share what we always acknowledge. However, what must be understood, within the concept of sharing ideas, is that if the idea's purpose is to support this guild, it must first be carefully examined to see whether it conflicts with other ideas or people's work and must also receive constructive criticism. Otherwise ideas via systems would not be properly organized. They would only plop all over the place and clutter everywhere, conflicting with all other systems. Therefore, only unity is what helps bring us together like mindful people and maintains order. Only together can cooperation and teamwork truly support what this guild srtives for. In short, unity is not just coming together, but working as a team and as a family. Without unity, a guild cannot form a true family. Unity is one of our family's true foundation that holds this guild together and it is what symbolizes our honor and love for this family. This is the law of Unity!
:{Defining Equality}:
Equality... Now I know this one should most likely sound like a simple word to understand. But how much are we really devoted to its meaning? In the past (within the SE) many personal conflicts have happened. People treating one another differently whether by rank or by their personal standards. Descrimination is what plagues us without true equality. And sadly, equality has only been abused and taken very lightly. This is a constant cycle that must come to an end and in order to do so, a new law must be passed down. Therefore, equality must be set in motion and must end the cycle of unnecessary hate. Equality is what will keep this family strong together. We cannot thrive together if we do not learn to respect one another.
But this law isn't just about the ways of preventing conflict. It also pertains to the ways of authority. Yes. This is the core of what equality symbolizes. Though we may be captains, we do not hold power over this guild. No council member has the authority to make decisions on their own no matter what guild rank you possess. This also applies to even the Vice Captains and Owner of the guild. No matter who it is, that person does not have authority to rule over the council's most sacred law. What we need to ALWAYS remember is that the council is absolute and all those who are members within it must abide by this law. The law of equality is what defines this guild to be so great and that law will always define us as a whole, as one, and as a family. Therefore, defining unity. No higher power exists and thus corruption ceases to exist as well.
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~.:The Council's Declaration:.~
Here you will witness the very laws that will be carved within the walls of this council, markings that will forever symbolize our unity, equality, our honor and our devotion. From this day forth, our laws will be our sacred vows as captains and ones that will define us as a true family! Like Mozas...we, as a whole, shall pass down our indisputable commandments!
~Council's Law I~
When becoming a squad captain, a guild vice captain, or the guild owner, none have any authority higher than that of the great council themselves. Once a member of the council via a captain, one must abide by the law of equality, for we do NOT ever fall to temptation of power. There is only the council and the council is absolute. There is no higher. Equality eliminates the very corruption of power, thus unity is born and breeds true strength within us all.
~Council's Law II~
Every squad captain, of any guild rank, must always follow the guild rule guidelines and the council's sacred laws. Any who do not are unqualified to be a worthy council member.
~Council Law III~
Anyone, within any rank, that is a member of the GE, or any other guilds branched by that family, is always encouraged to bring forth new ideas that can help our guild progress. As such, however, members must first follow the required procedures of presenting an idea, and that is by through the council in order to diligently examine what is sufficiently valid to this guild or what might conflict with other systems. In a more specific description, a squad captain (crew member) may have an easier opportunity to present their ideas, but when it comes to other members below that rank, an idea must be presented to their captains. Therefore, that captain must present his/her squad member's idea to the council. The idea itself not only needs to be carefully examined but must also receive a majority vote by the council themselves. Any new systems, requests, or rules that are presented, all members of the council, or 7 at most, must give their vote of the majority whether it will be approved or not.
~Council's Law IV~
If any unnecessary gossip, conflicts, or fighting happen between members in our guild, a captain via council member must not resolve it alone if that captain decides to become involved. Therefore, that captain must report the situation to the council hall in order to resolve the matter together, thus enforcing unity to be set in motion. However, if the matter is minor, then reporting it to the council will not be necessary so long as it is not a growing problem. If the matter is a growing problem or is already a major issue, a captain is NOT to make any such announcement thread in the Captains Hall or a guild wide warning within the Main Hall until all members of the council (or 7 at the least) permit such a post if necessary.
~Council's Law V~
This is one of the most IMPORTANT law above all others. Faith... No matter what stands in the way of this family, we CANNOT falter. Doubt is not a solution, nor an option. No council member is to shed any such negative words of discouragement among the council or within the entire guild itself. If we let doubt consume our judgment, we cannot thrive. If we let ourselves yield to those who say differently (such as someone who said "we are not getting anywhere"), then we cannot rise above them. Faith, hope, integrity, and perseverance are what gives us the strength to conquer anything. Honor, respect, faith, unity, and equality are our markings that we represent and what GE, and branched guild, now transcends.
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These laws are the very structures that form this family together and is the heart that beats endlessly within this guild. These laws are what make us alive and grow each day that passes. From this day forth, as you now become a captain, you must swear an oath to abide by these sacred laws that define our declaration. Let it be here, on this day, that you become a captain, you are destined to make this vow. Keep your sacred oath close to your heart and NEVER let it waver, never let it dwindle in memory, and never let it die within your faith. On this day...you shall swear by the sword (or Zanpakuto in this case lol)! Let our unity and equality forever keep us strong as a whole!
:{Our Oath}:
In this thread, you will find rules that will define our council's most sacred teachings. Unity and Equality. Both of these words may seem simple enough but mean more than what most people perceive them to be. There are many aspects within these two words and they are what represent the integrity and honor of our guild. Laws that define what this council must live up to with much devotion. These laws are what form this family together as one and as such laws that all council members must always abide by. Creating these sacred laws is what brings unity and equality together. In essence, following these sacred ways is much like taking an oath. Once you become a captain, it will mean that you have taken that oath to follow the laws that transcends the sacred ways of the council. An oath that you must ALWAYS follow with absolute devotion.
:{Defining Unity}:
Unity... What does it truly mean? How do we unite? Are we not united already? We've come together, isn't that right? These many questions that run through our heads almost always or never are what need to be answered. Regardless, do we truly put their meanings into motion? Well...that all depends on how you do when forming a council. Unity means quite a lot. Especially if a guild strives to create such in a council. Making ideas is but the first step. When an idea is presented, whether it be from anyone within the guild, the first step of engaging this is by coming together as a council. In other words, all members must work together in order to critique and diligently discuss what can be worked out. Ideas are always encouraged, yet must also be carefully examined so that this family knows what benefits the guild and what doesn't. Sometimes, it can be a rejecting type of procedure and other times it can shed much light when it is deemed qualified as a valid idea that will help this guild reach to higher goals. A stern, yet moral balance within the sacred laws of the council. But always remember that even though some ideas are rejected, our cherished people should never feel discouraged, but more motivated to do better.
The process of rejecting some ideas can be very difficult to do, for we do not like to turn people's ideas away. We encourage them to open their minds and share what we always acknowledge. However, what must be understood, within the concept of sharing ideas, is that if the idea's purpose is to support this guild, it must first be carefully examined to see whether it conflicts with other ideas or people's work and must also receive constructive criticism. Otherwise ideas via systems would not be properly organized. They would only plop all over the place and clutter everywhere, conflicting with all other systems. Therefore, only unity is what helps bring us together like mindful people and maintains order. Only together can cooperation and teamwork truly support what this guild srtives for. In short, unity is not just coming together, but working as a team and as a family. Without unity, a guild cannot form a true family. Unity is one of our family's true foundation that holds this guild together and it is what symbolizes our honor and love for this family. This is the law of Unity!
:{Defining Equality}:
Equality... Now I know this one should most likely sound like a simple word to understand. But how much are we really devoted to its meaning? In the past (within the SE) many personal conflicts have happened. People treating one another differently whether by rank or by their personal standards. Descrimination is what plagues us without true equality. And sadly, equality has only been abused and taken very lightly. This is a constant cycle that must come to an end and in order to do so, a new law must be passed down. Therefore, equality must be set in motion and must end the cycle of unnecessary hate. Equality is what will keep this family strong together. We cannot thrive together if we do not learn to respect one another.
But this law isn't just about the ways of preventing conflict. It also pertains to the ways of authority. Yes. This is the core of what equality symbolizes. Though we may be captains, we do not hold power over this guild. No council member has the authority to make decisions on their own no matter what guild rank you possess. This also applies to even the Vice Captains and Owner of the guild. No matter who it is, that person does not have authority to rule over the council's most sacred law. What we need to ALWAYS remember is that the council is absolute and all those who are members within it must abide by this law. The law of equality is what defines this guild to be so great and that law will always define us as a whole, as one, and as a family. Therefore, defining unity. No higher power exists and thus corruption ceases to exist as well.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
~.:The Council's Declaration:.~
Here you will witness the very laws that will be carved within the walls of this council, markings that will forever symbolize our unity, equality, our honor and our devotion. From this day forth, our laws will be our sacred vows as captains and ones that will define us as a true family! Like Mozas...we, as a whole, shall pass down our indisputable commandments!
~Council's Law I~
When becoming a squad captain, a guild vice captain, or the guild owner, none have any authority higher than that of the great council themselves. Once a member of the council via a captain, one must abide by the law of equality, for we do NOT ever fall to temptation of power. There is only the council and the council is absolute. There is no higher. Equality eliminates the very corruption of power, thus unity is born and breeds true strength within us all.
~Council's Law II~
Every squad captain, of any guild rank, must always follow the guild rule guidelines and the council's sacred laws. Any who do not are unqualified to be a worthy council member.
~Council Law III~
Anyone, within any rank, that is a member of the GE, or any other guilds branched by that family, is always encouraged to bring forth new ideas that can help our guild progress. As such, however, members must first follow the required procedures of presenting an idea, and that is by through the council in order to diligently examine what is sufficiently valid to this guild or what might conflict with other systems. In a more specific description, a squad captain (crew member) may have an easier opportunity to present their ideas, but when it comes to other members below that rank, an idea must be presented to their captains. Therefore, that captain must present his/her squad member's idea to the council. The idea itself not only needs to be carefully examined but must also receive a majority vote by the council themselves. Any new systems, requests, or rules that are presented, all members of the council, or 7 at most, must give their vote of the majority whether it will be approved or not.
~Council's Law IV~
If any unnecessary gossip, conflicts, or fighting happen between members in our guild, a captain via council member must not resolve it alone if that captain decides to become involved. Therefore, that captain must report the situation to the council hall in order to resolve the matter together, thus enforcing unity to be set in motion. However, if the matter is minor, then reporting it to the council will not be necessary so long as it is not a growing problem. If the matter is a growing problem or is already a major issue, a captain is NOT to make any such announcement thread in the Captains Hall or a guild wide warning within the Main Hall until all members of the council (or 7 at the least) permit such a post if necessary.
~Council's Law V~
This is one of the most IMPORTANT law above all others. Faith... No matter what stands in the way of this family, we CANNOT falter. Doubt is not a solution, nor an option. No council member is to shed any such negative words of discouragement among the council or within the entire guild itself. If we let doubt consume our judgment, we cannot thrive. If we let ourselves yield to those who say differently (such as someone who said "we are not getting anywhere"), then we cannot rise above them. Faith, hope, integrity, and perseverance are what gives us the strength to conquer anything. Honor, respect, faith, unity, and equality are our markings that we represent and what GE, and branched guild, now transcends.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
These laws are the very structures that form this family together and is the heart that beats endlessly within this guild. These laws are what make us alive and grow each day that passes. From this day forth, as you now become a captain, you must swear an oath to abide by these sacred laws that define our declaration. Let it be here, on this day, that you become a captain, you are destined to make this vow. Keep your sacred oath close to your heart and NEVER let it waver, never let it dwindle in memory, and never let it die within your faith. On this day...you shall swear by the sword (or Zanpakuto in this case lol)! Let our unity and equality forever keep us strong as a whole!
~Created by Zalian, Captain of Squad 13~
~.:Originated from The Gotei Elite:.~
~.:Originated from The Gotei Elite:.~
