Read this field manual, it contains
the Davion Code of Conduct
That you are agreeing to abide by when you submit your registration.
This manual contains:
Soldiers Code for House Davion
House Davion Code of Military Justice (DCMJ)
Both codes in this manual come from the time of MPBT:3025 and where created by House Davion. They themselves where
based upon older codes, that have guided House Davion since Its creation.
Read and remember these rules and act accordingly.
Remember that every action you make will reflect upon all who serve House Davion, and the Federated Suns.
This Document has been approved by the Prince of the Federated Suns, and House Davion Command. May its Wisdom and Spirit
guide you during your service to the greatest house in the Inner Sphere and beyond.
Prince Qin
Knight of the Realm
House Leader
Soldiers Code for House Davion
1.0 Introduction
This Soldiers Code, as directed by the Prince, is established to govern the actions of the men and women of the Armed Forces Federated Suns. Our actions reflect directly on our Commanders, our Comrades, and on House Davion. The Inner Sphere War "Rules of Conduct" (ROC) is the basis of this Code.
1.1 Article 1
I am a member of the Armed Forces of the Federated Suns, and will act with dignity and discipline on and off the battlefield. I will show the proper military respect and courtesy due those appointed over me in the chain of command, and to those serving under me. I will follow all legal directives and orders. I will show the proper respect to all members of the House, and will treat all players in the game with the dignity and respect that they themselves would expect to receive, both on and off the battlefield.
1.2 Article 2
I am a representative of House Davion. Disagreements with other players are not to degenerate into personal attacks. If I fall under attack, I will walk away from the incident and report it to my immediate commanding officer. Taunting of opposing players in the spirit of role-play is allowed. Personal attacks, insults, and harassment of other players violate the Battletech ISW ROC and the guidance defined here in this code.
1.3 Article 3
I will conduct myself with dignity representing the House with pride. If I fall under a personal attack by a House Official I will walk away from the incident and ask the official to take the incident up with my Commander or the House Command. I will then inform my Commander via e-mail of the problem. On the battlefield, honor among warriors is always expected. I will show the enemy respect and courtesy. I will be mindful of jokes and barbs, as what is fun and sport for me and my companions may injure and insult a fellow warrior.
1.4 Violations
Violations of this code will be dealt with at the lowest level in the Chain of Command as possible. If intervention outside your unit is necessary, you may contact the House Command after all members in your CoC have dealt with the infraction. Know that violations of this code will be viewed violations of one’s oath to House and may be grounds for corrective action and even dismissal from position as per the Davion Uniform Code of Military Justice (DUCMJ). Be true to yourselves and respect your fellows. This is the Soldiers Code of House Davion.
House Davion Code of Military Justice (DCMJ)
1.0 Introduction
As a member of House Davion our conduct is governed by the Soldiers Code of House Davion. The Code is supported by the DCMJ. These directives specify violations of the Soldiers Code and corrective measures to be taken at the direction of the presiding Justice. Soldiers of House Davion will abide by these articles, violation of which can result in the corrective actions dictated.
1.1 Article 1 - Cheating
No member of House Davion will ever knowingly cheat by hacking into the Inner Sphere War program, nor request from any individual how to cheat. Conviction of this offense is punishable by any sentence up to removal from the House and notification of the violation to ComStar.
1.2 Article 2 - Backstabbing
No member of House Davion will backstab or otherwise attack any battlemech of House Davion while on a combat drop. Bumps and unintentional ramming will sometimes occur, but if it reoccurs time and time again, it may be viewed as a violation. Conviction of this offense is punishable by any sentence up to removal from position and demotion in rank.
1.3 Article 3 - Conduct Unbecoming
No member of House Davion will engage in conduct unbecoming a member of the House, nor engage in conduct that brings any less honor on the House, or which degrades it's reputation. Conviction of this offense is punishable by any sentence up to removal from position and demotion in rank.
1.4 Article 4 - Failure to Obey
All members of House Davion will obey the lawful orders of the officers and non-commissioned officers of those duly appointed above. Conviction of this offense is punishable by any sentence up to removal from position and demotion in rank.
1.5 Article 5 - Failure to Adhere
All members of House Davion will adhere to all regulations and rules of conduct issued by superiors. These include manuals and pamphlets and any other disseminated materials. Lack of knowledge is no excuse. All members are responsible to know the material that is sent to them. Conviction of this offence is punishable by any sentence up to removal from position and demotion in rank.
1.6 Article 6 - Unauthorized Posts
No member will post on any Forum or list without having first recieved permission from a member of the House who is qualified to make that decision. Under no circumstances is any member to make any post which will lessen the honor House Davion. Conviction of this offense is punishable by any sentence up to removal from position and demotion in rank.
1.7 Article 7 - Terms of Service
No member of House Davion will violate Inner Sphere Wars terms of service in any way, shape, or form. Conviction of this offense is punishable by any sentence up to removal from House Davion and notification of the violation to ComStar.
1.8 Article 8 - Chain of Command
All members of House Davion will use the chain of command (CoC) in any situation where the (CoC) can solve a situation. Members with a problem will not go above the head of their superior without having first informed their superior of their intent to do so. Conviction of this offense is punishable by any sentence up to removal from position and demotion in rank.
1.9 Article 9 - Self Incrimination
All members of House Davion have the right to refuse to answer a question which will incriminate themselves. This right must be expressed at the beginning of any Judicial Action, and once that right is waived, either by answering, or by failure to exercise this right, than that right is no longer the member's until the close of the judicial Action.
2.0 Article 10 - Respect
All members of House Davion are to show for respect for all other members of the House, regardless of rank. Conviction of this offence is punishable by any sentence up to removal from position and demotion in rank.
2.1 Article 11 - Failure to Appear
All members will appear for any House Davion function that has been given 48 hours notice, or, if in the event that a member cannot be online at the specified time, to send that information along the CoC so that their absence will be known. This includes lance and company and battalion formations, meetings, practices, and any Judicial Actions. Conviction of this offense is punishable by any sentence up to demotion in rank.
2.2 Article 12 - Treason.
No member of House Davion will give classified or secret information to any person outside of House Davion with out clearance from Military Intelligence or the High Command, or to an individual in the House that does not have a clearance that would allow access to for that information. No member of House Davion will knowingly go into battle with the intent to lose, surrender, or be destroyed, or with the intent to jeopardize the mission, or its effectiveness. Conviction of this offense is punishable by any sentence up to removal from House Davion.
2.3 Article 13 - Non Judicial Punishment
Infractions of policy and the DCMJ may be handled by the direct commanding officer of the accused, if the accused waives a trial and admits to the violation. No judicial Proceeding will be conducting. The Commanding officer will enforce those punishments as dictated by the article violated.
2.4 Article 14 - Court Martial
Violations of the DCMJ,, if a judicial proceeding is desired, will be handled by the AFFS Military Appeals Court. Judicial proceedings will be executed in accordance with this document.
2.5 Article 15 - Request for Court Martial
All members of House Davion facing a Judicial Proceeding by a Commander have the right to submit, in writing, a request for court martial instead of a decision by their commander. This request must be made before the Commander makes a judicial decision.
2.6 Article 20 - New Articles
New articles may be added, as the need arises. Suggestions and ideas for proposed new articles will be passed up the CoC. New Article will only be added by the High command, with the concurrence of the Knights Grand Marshal. Any new article that is added will be disseminated within 48 hours of the time it is added, and will then become enforceable, both in and of itself, and can be punished under art 5, failure to adhere.