POBs and ID Rules

[Lythrilux]

Splitting off from a discussion in the 'Overhaul Sieging Rules' thread: I've noticed that most IDs don't actually specifically elaborate on how to deal with POBs, and there's nothing in the rules to make exceptions/clarifications either. The only IDs that really do have a line that allows them to deal with POBs are Lawful IDs with law-enforcement lines. Are they treated as ships? If so, which?

In light of the recent discussions regarding POBs, rather than giving just clarification, I think solutions to improve upon base mechanics would be better.

A:

Quick, simple solution: POBs are treated as transports as per the rules. Houses/Governments can tax them via their law enforcement lines or deal with them as illegal entities. Unlawful IDs must make a demand before sieging them. Special IDs like Xenos, Nomads and Wild - any ID that is allowed to engage transports straight up - can siege them on a whim.

Small problem: I don't think the Order, Hellfire, Coalition and Separatists IDs would be able to shoot POBs in their current state. They may need an adjustment.

B:

Complex, thorough solution: All IDs are rewritten to incorporate specific POB siege lines. For example, certain POBs must require demands. POBs belonging to certain factions may be removed on a whim. And so forth.

Problem: It'd require a lot of effort and concluding how each ID would interact with bases based on their respective roleplay.

Solution A has some issues. I think it's along the right lines though.

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