Wehnimer's Landing Regional Envoy

The Regional Envoy of Wehnimer's Landing will be a player-position and title that is elected every two summers by the player citizens of Wehnimer's Landing. Below are the details surrounding the position, the application process, and the expectations. Direct all questions to GM Kenstrom.

Regional Envoy Position (PC)

• There are 2 Envoy positions, each to be filled at all times.
• The roleplaying aspect of the Envoy position is expected that the individual will help craft and maintain a positive, outward perception and foster good relationships with other towns in-game and their leaders or other faction representatives. Envoys are expected to conduct themselves in an outstanding manner and know that their actions help represent Wehnimer's Landing. They may also work with the Town Council and Mayor on any number of initiatives for the betterment of the town.
• The Envoy position is open to all players who are a Wehnimer's Landing citizen.
• The Judge must review and approve of every application for Regional Envoy. (The Landing Town GM will review the player's in-game warnings, conduct, history of policy abuse, etc.)
• The term of each Regional Envoy position will be for 2 years. Elections will be held every other summer.
• There is no max term limit for players to hold an Envoy position, however they must sit out one election cycle before running again after their term is up.
• Players may be removed from the Envoy position at the request of the Mayor (NPC) and a 2/3 majority of the Stewards (NPC). Any removal request must be further approved of by the Town Judge (NPC). This is setup so that if any player is disruptive in the game or wracks up official warnings, they can be removed by the Wehnimer's Landing Town GM with an in-game explanation as well.

Application Process

• The character must be a full citizen of Wehnimer's Landing since January 1st of the current election year.
• The account must have been active for the last 90 days.
• The character must submit an application to Moot Hall. (GM Kenstrom)
• The character must pay the Envoy application fee of 500,000 silvers.
• The account must have had no official warnings in the last year.
• There are no restrictions based on membership in CHE's and MHO's or based on level, race, profession or Arkati.
• The elected term is for 2 years, with no limit to number of terms. There is however a one cycle waiting period after every 1 term. This allows for more people to run for office, while not preventing others from ever doing it again.

Application Questions

1. What does Wehnimer's Landing mean to you?
2. What do you feel you can bring to Wehnimer's Landing, if serving as a Regional Envoy?
3. What are the goals you would like to accomplish for Wehnimer's Landing? How would you do this?
4. Describe your approach to building good rapport and relationships, and why strong alliances are important?
5. Describe your connection to Wehnimer's Landing, your history with the town and its people, and why this makes you the best choice for Regional Envoy?
6. Do you belong to any organizations, inside or outside of Wehnimer's Landing?

Please complete the application and submit to GS4-KENSTROM@PLAY.NET with the title "Envoy Application - Character Name"

Regional Envoy Expectations

• The Regional Envoy is expected to have a clean in-game record. Official warnings of any kind can lead to the position being reviewed and possibly revoked.
• The Regional Envoy is expected to maintain full citizenship in Wehnimer's Landing during the course of their term.
• The Regional Envoy is encouraged to put forth ideas for the town, but it will solely be up to the discretion of the Town GM if these projects can be implemented.
• The Regional Envoy is encouraged to organize and attend public town meetings to engage the player base and collect suggestions and concerns of in-game topics.
• The Regional Envoy is allowed to help with smaller town projects such as food/drink design, creating ideas for citizen-only benefits, or other concepts to help improve or update Wehnimer's Landing.
• The Regional Envoy will have access to their own private office within Moot Hall.
• The Regional Envoy is not expected to have a high level of in-game hours, nor are they expected to attend specific events, or be online at specific times.
• The Regional Envoy is expected to serve as a voice of the community and help encourage inclusiveness in the player population. Additionally, the Regional Envoy is expected to represent the best traits and uphold the positive reputation of Wehnimer's Landing, both locally and when visiting other locations within Elanthia, even outside of official business.

Regional Envoy Restrictions

• The Regional Envoy CANNOT use their position to make false promises to other players outside of the scope of game mechanics, or against game policy.
• The Regional Envoy does NOT have any GameMaster on speed dial because of this position. They must use the same appropriate channels of communication as everyone else.
• The Regional Envoy title and position is designed primarily to be a "roleplaying" experience, and there remains an NPC Mayor, Stewards, and Judge to help maintain checks and balances.
• The Regional Envoy can collect and propose ideas for the town, but there is no guarantee of anything.
• The Regional Envoy cannot use their position to break game policy or harass other players for any reason.
• The Regional Envoy member can not use their position to arrest other characters or appoint deputies.
• The Regional Envoy member will lose their title and position if they close their account. If the character goes inactive for more than 60 days their position can be reviewed and replaced if there is no proper communication.
• The Regional Envoy cannot accept or agree upon any terms or pacts with other entities within the game without approval from the Town Mayor (GM NPC).

Election Cycle

Application Start: 5/16
Application End: 5/31
Campaign Kickoff: 6/2
Voting Begins: 6/23
Voting Ends: 6/28
Announcement: 6/30