Councils
"We know meeting with us or the entire Conress can be a nerve-wracking, daunting, or even scary. How about we help ease the nerves and calm you down before you get in front of us?"
Speaking to governmental parliaments and congresses isn't always easy for people. The nerves, the wondering what to say, the feeling of doubt on yourself, and more take away from the excitement and exhilaration of the experience.
The Collective Congress plays a huge role on governing, guiding and overseeing the mystical world. Others may exist and in their world do the same. So, what are the general rules for going in front of one? How do we give them the respect they deserve?
Both of these are good questions.
Before we get into them, I would like to state that it is likely councils have different rules of decorum although some common ones might exist and you could never go wrong with a few things.
I'll now start with the second first.
How do I give a council the respect and reverence it deserves?
NOTE: Please ask what the rules of decorum are. This is reasonable to ask. Maybe they're posted but asking won't hurt you.
One way to geive them respect and reverence is to bow to the members. This is an acknowledgement on your part and also gives you humlity points.
The second is to respectfully begin with "Members of this honorable and respected body". It gives them respect and is also a compliment to the body as a governmental instituion.
The third is to look at them and make sure you don't raise your voice to the point of yelling. It is okay to be passionate though so don't worry ifyou are so passionate that it causes a higher decibel in your own voice. Sometimes, people also talk for too long. Apologize even if they don't say anything. Most people will understand where your passion led.
Understand that each council will do its' best to maintain order and security in its' own house. Silence during proceedings and being respectful to them will also go a long way.
For their sake, there will be a council roll call. In this instance, visitors, either planned speakers or guests in the audience, may be asked to state their name for the record.
Please do so if asked. You might be wish to coomment later and it'll help to distingush who says what.
NOTE: Guests are not often asked to introduce themsleves unless they are going to speak on something later and even so, it will be when they do speak up.
Onto the general rules for councils.
There are a few rules to always follow.
THe first is to be early so you can get a seat. They do sometimes run out and you'll want to hear them discuss issues or have someone speak if they want to.
The second is to always say nothing. Treat every meeting like it is not supposed to get out. While not all council meeting are like this, this helps to not spill things that shouldn't be public knowledge. Although many dodn't speak about such things with an audience. They use what is a "Secured Session or Executive Session or Executive and Secured Session" to do so.
Always respect them. Always honor the council. Always act with kindness and goodness.
As we move on to the fourth, it is time we talk about the things to not do.
NEVER disrespect the council or its' members. You may get banned from future meetings.
NEVER discuss things that happen. Rumors are bound to spread this way and so too do secrets.
NEVER go to a meeting with potential terroirsts or goups considered to be like-minded individuals whom are against the council. THis does not include a council that was made to be the EVIL governing group. Think Third Reich and groups like it.
A person, if they follow these rules, will be okay and find favor in the council's eyes.
Royalty
Is there royalty in the mystical world?
CLASSIFIED!
However, this question can be asked a different way.
If royalty and/or nobility exists, how do I treat them?
Now, I can answer that! So, let's do it!
Greetoing royalty is simply a bow for men and curtsy for women and a "Greetings, Your Majesty" or "Greetings, Your Royal Highness" at first. Greeting depends on rank and that must first address you.
Official audiences with royalty required all to stand until the royalty do and then say, "Please be seated."
When speaking personally or in Royal Court to a monarch , speak clearly and with respect. Their time is valuable and so shorten the speech before they ask you to.
Remember, rulers are Monarchs. And to address them any other way instead of "Your Majesty, Queen/King (last name)" is bad.
Same for their children. "Your Most Royal/ Royal Highness, Prince or Princess (first name)(last name, typically of a place or magical system)" is also best.
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