<ul class="bbc_list">Each participant must sign a legal slip before entering the festival grounds. They have been, more or less, the same guidelines every year (Vampires being categorized as non-demon/non-humans is only about four years old). These slips provide clarity for the type of behavior and conduct that is expected from the participants of the festival, and these are legally binding contracts that can be pursued in both demonic and human courts (the two are very different).<br/><br/></ul>[No one actually has to read all of these - but I know that a couple people here have characters that are very legal-minded, and I hope that this is detailed enough to keep those character entertained.]<br/><br/><div class="spoiler_container"><div class="spoiler_header" onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button">Guest Guidelines</div><div class="spoiler_body"><br/><div class="spoiler_container"><div class="spoiler_header" onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button">No murdering of any kind is allowed anywhere on the grounds outside of the Coliseum, or within a three mile radius.</div><div class="spoiler_body"> If you and another demon duke it out in the middle of the festival grounds you are subject to fines and imprisonment to be determined by the Security Detail. If you commit the crime, Festival personnel and involved sponsors are absolved of responsibility for your well-being or any loss of wealth as a result of fining.<br/><ul class="bbc_list"><li type="disc"> Murdering in this case also encompasses incapacitation of a being's sentience or ability to function in the capacity prior to their entry (pending testimony).</li><li type="disc"> These fines are a composite of every innocent bystander that is injured, and in severe cases you will be handed over to official Barcelona courts.</li><li type="disc"> Fines and sentencing are three times harsher when a Human or Humans are the victims, and are also a composite.</li><li type="disc"> By signing this contract you submit yourself to punishment as Security Detail sees fit, including but not limited to the possibility of working off your crimes in Coliseum Death Matches. </li><li type="disc"> "Manslaughter" cases, particularly those that are a result of risky displays of magic during performances and purchased goods, are to be reviewed on a case by case basis.</li></ul></div></div><br/><div class="spoiler_container"><div class="spoiler_header" onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button">Destruction of property is also not tolerated.</div><div class="spoiler_body"> By committing this crime you also submit yourself to the mercy of Security Detail, which may or may not be limited to fines. If you commit the crime, Festival personnel and involved sponsors are absolved of responsibility for your well-being or any loss of wealth as a result of fining.<br/><ul class="bbc_list"><li type="disc"> Accidental cases as a result of size or alternative circumstances may or may not be reviewed on a case by case basis.</li><li type="disc"> This does not include games or activities in which the goal is to destroy targets/objects. Those pieces of equipment belong to each vendor individually and Festival personnel are not responsible for them.</li><li type="disc"> By signing this contract you submit yourself to punishment as Security Detail sees fit, including but not limited to the possibility of working off your crimes in Coliseum Death Matches (pending total cost of destruction). </li><li type="disc"> The above also refers to all Festival equipment, including but not limited to stage equipment and surveillance equipment/magic.</li></ul></div></div><br/> <div class="spoiler_container"><div class="spoiler_header" onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button">Larceny, in addition to the above, is not tolerated on Festival grounds.</div><div class="spoiler_body"> If you commit the crime, Festival personnel and involved sponsors are absolved of responsibility for your well-being or any loss of wealth as a result of fining.<br/><ul class="bbc_list"><li type="disc"> By signing this contract you submit yourself to punishment as Security Detail sees fit, including but not limited to the possibility of working off your crimes in Coliseum Death Matches (pending total cost of losses and the ability to restore what was stolen).</li></ul></div></div><br/><div class="spoiler_container"><div class="spoiler_header" onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button">For legal clarity, feeding is allowed on the grounds (for vampires/blood consumers ONLY), but under the assumption that consciousness is maintained on the part of the supplier (regardless of race).</div><div class="spoiler_body"> If consciousness is lost, you are advised to STOP feeding; otherwise you will be investigated on suspicion of the supplier's health.<br/><ul class="bbc_list"><li type="disc"> You are responsible for your supplier's health the moment you begin feeding from them.</li></ul></div></div><br/><div class="spoiler_container"><div class="spoiler_header" onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button">If you wish to have a Human or Human(s) accompany you, there are tickets specifically for their kind that should be purchased prior to arrival.</div><div class="spoiler_body"> There are a very limited amount of Humans allowed into the Lotus Festival per year.<br/><ul class="bbc_list"><li type="disc"> While there are a supply of tickets on site, we are not obligated to allow your Human passage within the Festival in the case that they are sold out. You cannot house them within our Festival grounds without a ticket.</li><li type="disc"> This does <em>not</em> apply to non-demon/non-human creatures.<br/></li><li type="disc"> This year, we are allowing Vampires into the event as non-demon/non-human creatures. This may change in upcoming years.</li></ul></div></div><br/><div class="spoiler_container"><div class="spoiler_header" onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button">All Humans must wear their wristbands at all times.</div><div class="spoiler_body"> If you are a demon escorting a Human, they and their actions are solely your responsibility. This includes wives, husbands, slaves, indentured servants, escorts, pets, and any other sub-category. <br/><ul class="bbc_list"><li type="disc"> If you are purchasing tickets at the gate, be aware that there are registration forms that must be filled out to have your Human(s) on record as guests.</li><li type="disc"> You may be charged with fines if your Human(s) are found wandering without their wristband(s).</li></ul></div></div><br/><div class="spoiler_container"><div class="spoiler_header" onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button">Unfortunately, our accommodations can only fit demons within certain proportions.</div><div class="spoiler_body"> While our large Lake may be able to handle several extremely large creatures, the rest of the Festival grounds are not equally proportioned. When traveling on the fairgrounds please adopt a more suitable form, as you are accountable for deaths due to your size.<br/><ul class="bbc_list"><li type="disc"> If you are not capable of changing form on your own, please contact the "Special Needs" Division prior to purchasing your ticket. We have a variety of alternatives ranging from extended spells for changing form to potions and talismans. We will do our best to ensure your attendance to the Festival.</li></ul></div></div><br/><div class="spoiler_container"><div class="spoiler_header" onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button">The preferred method of traveling the Festival grounds is by foot (paw, claw, talons, etc.).</div><div class="spoiler_body"> Flying is tolerated, but please remain between one (1) and three (3) miles above the fairgrounds. </div></div><br/><div class="spoiler_container"><div class="spoiler_header" onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button">The lake area is designed to hold a number of large creatures as well as accommodate those traveling from one side of the Festival grounds to the other.</div><div class="spoiler_body"> Please refrain from becoming territorial about areas on the lake.</div></div><br/><div class="spoiler_container"><div class="spoiler_header" onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button">By entering the Festival grounds you grant permission to be monitored.</div><div class="spoiler_body"><ul class="bbc_list"><li type="disc">We do not specifically monitor restrooms, but they are checked periodically by personnel.</li></ul></div></div><br/><div class="spoiler_container"><div class="spoiler_header" onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button">Festival personnel are not responsible for lost items or currency within the Festival grounds.</div><div class="spoiler_body"> If you have reason to believe that your belongings were stolen, please contact Security Detail--there is a strong possibility that we may have any perpetrators recorded.</div></div><br/><div class="spoiler_container"><div class="spoiler_header" onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button">Be aware that there are demon hunters present on the grounds.</div><div class="spoiler_body"> This was not a measure that was desired, but events in some of our past years have prompted the extra security.</div></div><br/><div class="spoiler_container"><div class="spoiler_header" onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button">Each establishment that has constructed its own building for the festival (taverns, restaurants, clubs, brothels, etc.) have their own set of rules.</div><div class="spoiler_body"> Rules that are independent of festival guidelines include: drinking ages, ages for interaction with performers, whether or not identification is necessary, and the handling of non-lethal fights within the establishment. All other Festival rules apply.</div></div><br/><div class="spoiler_container"><div class="spoiler_header" onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button">Both hotels on the festival grounds are run by associates of Festival personnel.</div><div class="spoiler_body"> Therefore all altercations, problems and issues are dealt with by rules established by the Festival council.<br/><ul class="bbc_list"><li type="disc"> If you are unable to book a room at one of our hotels, so long as you are able to present your ticket for re-admission you are free to rent a room in a nearby town/city.</li></ul></div></div><br/><div class="spoiler_container"><div class="spoiler_header" onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button">Our Security Detail reserves the right to spot check for falsely manufactured tickets.</div><div class="spoiler_body"> Penalty for such a crime are fines in addition to the cost of a ticket. If you are found to be manufacturing tickets, this could also include legal repercussions.</div></div><br/><div class="spoiler_container"><div class="spoiler_header" onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button">You are responsible for filing paperwork for missing items, party members, humans, pets, currency, and other belongings.</div><div class="spoiler_body"> We cannot be held responsible for the above.</div></div> <br/><strong>Finally, enjoy your stay or visit here at the Lotus Festival!</strong>[/list]</div></div><br/><div class="spoiler_container"><div class="spoiler_header" onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button">Vendor Guidelines</div><div class="spoiler_body"><br/><div class="spoiler_container"><div class="spoiler_header" onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button">By accepting admittance of your services into our Festival you give us permission to monitor you.</div><div class="spoiler_body"> This is to ensure fairness in terms of operations.</div></div><br/><div class="spoiler_container"><div class="spoiler_header" onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button">Paperwork for space on Festival grounds must be completed by the appropriate due date.</div><div class="spoiler_body"> Failure to do so forfeits your claim on the festival ground with the possibility of ineligibility for a refund on your deposit.<br/><ul class="bbc_list"><li type="disc"> This also applies to paying fees in association with the festival.</li></ul></div></div><br/><div class="spoiler_container"><div class="spoiler_header" onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button">You must have the appropriate permits for your allotted structure.</div><div class="spoiler_body"> There are separate permits for booths/small tents, large tents, and physical buildings that require construction to build and break down on the grounds.<br/><ul class="bbc_list"><li type="disc"> We reserve the right to tear down structures that are inconsistent with permits/if you build on festival grounds without a permit.</li></ul></div></div><br/><strong>If you are volunteering an important service (medical, soup kitchen, voluntary security, etc.), please make sure that you've filled out the appropriate paperwork prior to attending.</strong><br/><br/><div class="spoiler_container"><div class="spoiler_header" onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button">Culinary vendors: You are not allowed to butcher humans or creatures for your product on Festival grounds.</div><div class="spoiler_body"> All meat/product must have been at least partially prepared before your entry on the grounds. Preparation refers strictly to the catching, poaching, or other methods of acquiring/cleaning product prior to cooking, baking, grilling, etc.<br/><ul class="bbc_list"><li type="disc"> You are allowed to cook/bake/grill, etc. your product on our grounds.</li><li type="disc"> We are absolved of all responsibility for any processes involved with your product prior to your setting foot on Festival grounds.</li><li type="disc"> We are obligated to cooperate for authorities should any be pursuing you to minimize legal costs for having you on the grounds. Be aware of this before selling product that was acquired illegally. Ensure that you are well-versed in Spain's laws regarding endangered/protected species/animals before setting up shop.</li></ul></div></div><br/><div class="spoiler_container"><div class="spoiler_header" onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button">For those who are putting on stage or stage-like performances:</div><div class="spoiler_body"><ul class="bbc_list"><li type="disc"> If we are fined or legally held accountable for accidents/incidents involving your act, we expect to be paid the full amount in compensation, including court fees. We are prepared to legally pursue you pending resistance.</li></ul></div></div><br/><div class="spoiler_container"><div class="spoiler_header" onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button">No acts may knowingly expect the possibility of death of audience/participants.</div><div class="spoiler_body"> Risk of death is also not acceptable. Risk of injury is. We review the descriptions of each act and if you weren't chosen, this is most likely the reason why.</div></div><br/><div class="spoiler_container"><div class="spoiler_header" onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button">All games must have at least a 34% success rate.</div><div class="spoiler_body"> Games of skill should not have a minimum chance of success, as the success is supposed to depend on the player.</div></div><br/><div class="spoiler_container"><div class="spoiler_header" onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button">Taverns, bars, restaurants, clubs brothels, etc. are allowed to have slaves in their employ.</div><div class="spoiler_body"> However, the functions of those slaves must be within Festival Guidelines. Blood suppliers must remain conscious, and you cannot allow those slaves to be at the mercy of your patrons. They must be registered individually and numbers reported every twenty-four hours.</div></div><br/><strong>Should items or equipment go missing, please make sure they are reported as soon as possible.</strong></div></div><br/><strong><span class="bbc_u">Contact Persons:</span></strong><br/><br/><strong>Solat (http://img84.imageshack.us/img84/2185/thelakebyghostwalker206.jpg) Tegari (http://img638.imageshack.us/img638/8844/a37b6d281185a94d1901e38.jpg)</strong>- Head of Security Detail/Coliseum Operations<br/><strong>Agala (http://img232.imageshack.us/img232/7356/0d01bad0646ce6a8333c02c.jpg) Kup (http://img819.imageshack.us/img819/4039/5867df1d5e3700ed94d0566.jpg)</strong>- Sub-head of Security<br/><strong>Ere Selantra (http://img853.imageshack.us/img853/4149/703cec9e4f88fd5cdfe5fce.jpg)</strong>- Sub-head of Coliseum Operations<br/><strong>Yrgrey Rivera (http://img594.imageshack.us/img594/6792/c392f18266be55c274a6d47.jpg)</strong>- Supervisor of Demon Hunters<br/><br/><strong>Armando Blen (http://img268.imageshack.us/img268/7888/ff599c45e1dd0f522860f1e.jpg)</strong>- Head of Festival Operations<br/><strong>Hijo Sedan (http://img853.imageshack.us/img853/1255/40dbe11aff33c6f21c9eb60.jpg)</strong>- Head of Surveillance<br/><strong>Pomegranate Delry (http://img198.imageshack.us/img198/4108/236fa3ee1d6cf2b51bd512d.jpg)</strong>- Head of the Emergency Response Team<br/><strong>Adelbert Layt (http://img543.imageshack.us/img543/3094/dac1d1955411214757413a5.jpg)</strong>- Head of Medical Services<br/><br/><strong>Jonjon Gyr (http://img215.imageshack.us/img215/3632/13ae50c1f48e6c8bca414bc.png)</strong>- Sales Manager<br/><strong>Blanco Po (http://img109.imageshack.us/img109/9601/672edc3bdf1ba982d005c79.jpg)</strong>- Reservations<br/><strong>Nancy Shlept (http://img571.imageshack.us/img571/4749/82a5d7c1d692689430bc160.jpg)</strong>- Customer Resources/Complaint Manager<br/><strong>Norman Shlept (http://img221.imageshack.us/img221/9550/f15e9f5e2ac203449ebc5af.png)</strong>- Vendor Resources/Complaint Manager<br/><strong>Nestile Shlept (http://imageshack.com/a/img710/4561/c6cbcae47d7f49b4a4310b3.jpg)</strong>- Venue Resources/Complaint Manager<br/><strong>Lala Regis (http://img200.imageshack.us/img200/3386/7c310f1907e1ceba95d9472.jpg)</strong>- Head of Employee Housing<br/><strong>Uruguay Flint (http://img684.imageshack.us/img684/5069/d2e47e6204552f357c424f3.jpg)</strong>- Head of Special Needs Division<br/><strong>Sarah Weeks (http://img806.imageshack.us/img806/3420/7664b8f8069f5cdddb4928e.jpg)</strong>- Human Services<br/><strong>Baila Ran (http://img829.imageshack.us/img829/9366/069fb286f90c608816d559f.jpg)</strong>- Lakeside/Transportation Services<br/>