New Imperial Order

The New Imperial Order Code of Conduct is the set of standards by which all officers of the Empire live up to and are measured by. Officers of the New Imperial Order are expected to adhere to the Code of Conduct at all times, especially when communicating with other officers via IRC, the Holonet and E-Mail. Officers are to respect and treat each other with dignity in every situation.

By following and abiding by the Code of Conduct, members can enjoy the rich Imperial experience that the NIO provides, without worry of harrassment, belittlement, or prejudice. The Code of Conduct not only protects our membership from unscrupulous and unsavory characters, but it also protects the entire Empire, providing an ordered and stable set of protocols. The CoC applies to each and every officer in the New Imperial Order, from the Emporer all the way down the Chain of Command to our new recruits.

Every Imperial Officer, no matter what rank, should strive to conduct themselves in a true Imperial manner and live up to the New Imperial Order's motto: "Distinction and Honor".

All New Imperial Order members are to respect one another and the other Internet citizens on the Web. Any member found to be "harassing" other cetizens will be brought up on charges on conduct unbecoming an officer, first time offenders receive a warning from their commanding officer, repeat offenders will be demoted or banned from the NIO. Officers are to treat each other with respect to rank and position.

The New Imperial Order will not and does not discriminate anybody from joining, regardless of : gender,race,religion or other beliefs. Placement, rank promotion, position promotion and the awarding of merit medals will be made solely on the basis of performance, work, gaming ability, dedication and activity within the New New Imperial Order.

No person/member may edit, modify, redistribute, or in any other way deface the Imperialis Code, New Imperial Order Manuals, or any New Imperial Order webpage without the express written consent of the Emporer or the document's author. These writings are considered protected under the US Copyright Act. Any infringement, as detailed in the US Copyright Code, may be aggressively pursued by the author/copyright obtainer. It should be noted that this copyright protection claim extends only to original New Imperial Order member submittals and does not include copyrighted commercial materials such as: Star Wars,LucasArts files, Misc.artwork, etc...).

Only the Emporer and High Commands are authorized to contact Internet Service Providers and other online organizations/companies regarding New Imperial Order business in an official capacity. Such inquiries on the part of the New Imperial Order must go through the Emporer. Of course, any member may send independent e-mails, but they shall not be authorized unless the Emporer gives his approval first. This also covers, on behalf of the New Imperial Order, those members who wish to contact other Star Wars organization.

All New Imperial Order officers/members will follow the chain of command when making general inquiries. It is a specific hierarchy to be utilized when asking questions and making comments, ideas,file submittals, etc. Members shall attempt to contact their immediate superior officers first (i.e. Flight Leaders or Squadron Commanders) and then go through the chain of command, as appropriate. This is not done to restrict communication in the Fleet, but mainly to cut down on confusing and chaotic E-Mail between a lot of people. The Emporer ALWAYS welcomes independent communication with a Member's specific or confidential problems or comments. A Member will receive important Fleet information from their superior officers. Members are to also check the Imperial Holonet regularly and attend the weekly meetings to keep up with events.

To be considered an active member of the New Imperial Order, a member must answer email approximately once a week. If communications are broken for a period of three weeks or more, that officer will be drawn up as AWOL (Absent WithOut Leave) and removed from the NIO Roster, at the discretion of the Emporer or Chief of Operations. Command rank officers, those who are CMDR's and above, are required to be active, in accordance with the Position Descriptions in the NIO Manuals.

Only those events, plotlines, missions, stories, rosters, etc., posted in the Imperialis Code will be considered officially "approved" for the New Imperial Order. No development idea, Battle Plotline, pivotal character, event or Roster revision shall be released to the other Fleet Members unless the Emporer has approved them. The Emporer retains the right of final decision in these matters. Any unapproved or premature postings to the organization run the risk of being withdrawn. In addition, ALL Members submitting plotlines or articles for consideration MUST include their ID Line designation for later referral by the reviewing Command Officer. All Member submittals to the New Imperial Order Imperialis Code and Manuals become the property of the New Imperial Order. However, member Internet sites and webpages remain the property of individual Members. Although the Emporer makes every effort to cite the source and/or author of a TI or member submission, the free, unrestricted use of these submittals may be required in order to promote the club, post these items freely on the Internet or in negotiations with other online entities.

The Emporer is the only Officer who can appoint and give promotions for Ship Commanders, Task Force Commanders, Fleet Captain, Fleet Commanders and High Command Officers, as well as officers receiving the rank of Commodore and above. The Executor and Chief of Operations may also appoint Wing Commanders, Ship Captains, Ship Commanders at the discretion of the Emporer. Other command such as Ship Commanders, Ship Captains, and Wing Commanders may appoint/recommend : Squadron Commanders, Flight Leaders, Flight Members and the ranks below Colonel. However, the Emporer reserves the right to change and/or revise the NIO Roster as appropriate.

No member of the New Imperial Order shall profit by, charge money for, or solicit/advertise commercial services through the New Imperial Order organization by either membership, Holonet posts, e-mails, Imperialis Code or in their position/rank. This tarnishes the high ethical and professional standards for which the NIO stands. This prohibition, of course, does not extend to any individual, non-New Imperial Order related private ventures.

Any NIO Members found to have violated the CoC will be given ONE email warning by their Commanding Officer, a High Command Officer, or the Emporer...A second offense/violation or gross violation could result in a "court martial" as outlined in this manual, in accordance with these Rules and our Code of Conduct.

All New Imperial Order members accused of violating the Code of Conduct have the right to a fair trial under our laws. Evidence, defense and prosecution will all be made available to the defendant, as well as the NIO in general to better determine a suitable resolution. Members do not have the right to appeal final decisions made by the Emporer, unless extenuating circumstances come to light.

The Imperial Command Authority, Emporer (TBA, Acting  Inquisitor Aro-Wan), reserves the right to change any of these articles at his discretion and without prior notice.

Chapter II.

The New Imperial Order Diplomacy 

The New Imperial Order is an online organization dedicated to role-playing as Naval Officers, Starfighter Pilots or Stormtroopers. Our primary mission is conquest, restoring the galaxy under Imperial rule.

The New Imperial Order and it's allies will always remain separate groups. Not once will we demand assistance from our allies. While allies of the New Imperial Order enjoy the support and assistance of our allies, the New Imperial Order will not force any changes from our allies. We will have our ranks open for membership to our allying groups and will encourage our members to participate in the activities of our allies. The New Imperial Order Ministry Council will provide whatever assistance they can.

New clubs interested in forming an alliance with the New Imperial Order should email the Inquizitor of the New Imperial Order. Please include the following information in your proposal:

We look forward to working with your group.

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