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Kapulin is very much a modern world, as evidenced by the shear | Kapulin is very much a modern world, as evidenced by the shear | ||
breakdown of its population. Only | breakdown of its population. Only 14 percent of its economy is | ||
geared towards agribusiness- but that's all they need. Their | geared towards agribusiness- but that's all they need. Their | ||
technological level is sophisticated enough so that 14% more than | technological level is sophisticated enough so that 14% more than | ||
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In the annals of Kapulin recorded history, the absence of actual 'wars' is a testament to the extraordinary path the Kapulins have forged. Across the pages of their chronicles, the absence of conflict is not a void, but a symphony of diplomacy that reverberates with the echoes of disagreements navigated, not through bloodshed, but through the art of negotiation. | In the annals of Kapulin recorded history, the absence of actual 'wars' is a testament to the extraordinary path the Kapulins have forged. Across the pages of their chronicles, the absence of conflict is not a void, but a symphony of diplomacy that reverberates with the echoes of disagreements navigated, not through bloodshed, but through the art of negotiation. | ||
First contact was made with Kapulin IV in 2354 by the USS Thomas Paine NCC-65530, Captain Azriel Rixx commanding. According to Rixx and the many crew logs, "Kapulin IV and the inhabitants were very comparable to Risa with subtle differences. A splendid place for a long shore-leave." | |||
The Federation Council has petitioned the 'U.C.K.' to join the UFP multiple times, | The Federation Council has petitioned the 'U.C.K.' to join the UFP multiple times, | ||
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==LAWS/CRIME/JUSTICE== | ==LAWS/CRIME/JUSTICE== | ||
===LAWS=== | ===LAWS=== | ||
The Kapulin IV | The legal system on Kapulin IV is modeled after the Three Tenants of Culture - | ||
efficiency, simplicity and virtuosity. The Charter of Goodwill, akin to a Constitution | |||
drafted 100's of years ago, is an exquisite reflection of tenants. In a departure from the labyrinthine tangle of laws that restrain, their legal system emerges as a harmonious symphony | |||
that celebrates what should be done, rather than dictating what should not. | |||
===CRIME & PUNISHMENT=== | ===CRIME & PUNISHMENT=== | ||
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===JUSTICE=== | ===JUSTICE=== | ||
In the mosaic of Kapulin governance, every city unfurls the tapestry of justice through its own judicial Magistrate—an arbiter entrusted with the task of weighing minor offenses against the backdrop of the Three Tenants. Here, the threads of accountability are woven with care, ensuring that even the smallest infraction resonates with fairness. | |||
Yet, as shadows lengthen and the gravity of transgressions deepens, a more potent figure emerges—the Continental Magistrate. With a gavel that resonates across regions, they stand as the gatekeepers between repeated and serious crimes and the principles that uphold Kapulin society. It's not just judgment; it's a manifestation of Kapulin values, a conduit through which the weight of actions aligns with the delicate dance of virtue. | |||
And then, rising like a mountain peak, the Highest Sovereign Chamber beckons—a forum where planetary destinies are sculpted, and where major issues cast their sprawling shadows. This chamber, which convenes in the hushed cadence of biannual deliberations, is a nexus where the unity of Kapulin IV is solidified. Like cosmic clockwork, the Chamber's sessions become a rhythmic heartbeat, punctuating the passage of time with moments of profound decision-making. | |||
In this symphony of justice, each magistrate is a key, a harmonious note that contributes to the grand composition of Kapulin governance. From the smallest chords struck in city courts to the mighty crescendos resonating within the Highest Sovereign Chamber, justice isn't just a system—it's a testament to the Kapulin reverence for order, fairness, and the ceaseless pursuit of a harmonious society. | |||
==RACE/SOCIETY/CULTURE== | ==RACE/SOCIETY/CULTURE== | ||
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===LANGUAGE & NAMES=== | ===LANGUAGE & NAMES=== | ||
Little is ventured into the enigmatic realm of the Kapulin language, | Little is ventured into the enigmatic realm of the Kapulin language, an elegant linguistic masterpiece when compared to many more complex languages across and beyond the Federation. Embracing the very essence of the Kapulin ethos, the language unfurls before us as a living embodiment of simplicity's purest form. It's as if each linguistic brushstroke has been meticulously curated to honor this minimalist philosophy. In this realm, names emerge as succinct symphonies, a mere whisper of letters that dance upon the tongue. Individuals and objects alike find their identities encapsulated in a mere 2 to 3 letters, while even the most esteemed proper names shy away from venturing beyond the concise confines of 5 letters. | ||
==NOTABLE PERSONALITIES== | |||
'''Current Royal Family:''' | |||
*King Bocte Ti | |||
*Queen Bocte Do | |||
*Prince Bocte Dow | |||
'''Former Royal Family:''' | |||
*King Lozo Mob | |||
*Queen Lozo Pin | |||
*Prince Lozo Rho | |||
'''Other Prominent Individuals:''' | |||
*First Minister Bocte Cov - First Minister Kapulin Highest Sovereign Chamber (aka 'Speaker of the House') | |||
*Ambassador Sen (Vulcan) - Federation Ambassador to Kapulin IV | |||
*Commander Thomas Foster - Star Fleet Liaison (SLO) to the Ambassador | |||
*Commodore Nenyot Diazo (Bajoran) - Commanding Officer USS Tian'anmen, CO Task Force Kapulin IV | |||
*Blitz Wolfer - FNN News Anchor | |||
*Baylo Th'zorhen (Bolian) - Senior FNN Field Producer | |||
*Daimon Zedak - Ferengi Free Trader | |||
==CREATOR NOTES== | ==CREATOR NOTES== | ||