Am currently on step 3 of the faction creation process. I have been working on this for quite some time and was unable to come to a way to pull it together until I decided to go with Freelancer Id's. By doing so it will limit the faction a bit as far as trading, but make it 4.85 compliant. My apologies to those that already have a larger ship than will be allowed in 4.85, you may certainly keep them as long as the server rules allow. I appreciate as much feedback as possible, and I already have one question: Will we be required to have an IFF to become an official faction? It seems freelancer IFF would be the only possible solution.
InterPlanetary eXpress [Ipx]
Freelancer ID/No IFF
Brief description
An alliance of traders with a small corporation structure. Ipx believes in fair trade practices and safety over profits. Ipx believes that free trade throughout Sirius is the best option in this age of turmoil, as it would stop a large portion of the current violence raging on through all the houses and border worlds. Ipx does not endorse the slave trade in any way shape or form.
Corporate Structure Cheif Executive Officer: Benovolant Dictator
[Ipx]the_Merovingian Cheif Security Officer:Responsible for Security operations within the company and in charge of maintaining mercenary contracts.
[Ipx]Major McCain Chief Financial Officer:Responsible for finances
[Ipx]Colonel_Maybourne Owner/Operator:Owns and operates a Freighter/Transport
[Ipx]Ed.Taylor
[Ipx]-Rama_Kandra
[Ipx]the.trainman
[Ipx]Blake.Baxter
[Ipx]Fuzzy.Melon Security Officer: The wingmen
[Ipx]Toombs
[Ipx]-Neil.Rayment
[Ipx]Adrian.Rayment
Home Base: Planet Curacao
Allowable ships: Transports:
CSV
[color=33FF00]Firefly
GMG transport
Kusari Cruise Liner Pirate transport
Transport
Large Transport
Train
Mining ship Bombers:
Civillian Bomber
Havok MKII
Warran Bomber Fighters:
Eagle
Ravens Talon
Viper I and II
Stinger Independent Mining Guild Gunboat
Allowable Weapons:
No Nomad weapons/upgrades are allowed unless dropped. No Code Weapons are allowed (one exception). Allowed weapons:
Zoners
Civilian
Cerberus class
INK-7 "Inferno"
Gunboat Tachyon-Anitmatter Cannon
Reputation Maintaining a freelancer IFF is not required, but as close to neutral as possible will make for better RP.
Assume that all pirate factions will attempt to pirate you. Player Faction Database will be updated upon first contact situations or acts of unyeilding hostility.
New Employee Handbook
Welcome to [Ipx]!
Dear Employee:
You and [Ipx] have made an important decision: The Company has decided you can contribute to our success, and you've decided that [Ipx] is the organization where you can pursue your career productively and enjoyably. We believe we've each made the right decision, one that will result in a profitable relationship. The minute you start working here, you become an integral part of [Ipx] and its future. Every job in our company is important, and you will play a key role in the continued growth of our company.
As you will quickly discover, our success is based on delivering high quality products and providing unsurpassed customer service. How do we do it? By working very hard, thinking about our customers' needs, and doing whatever it takes. We do it by treating each other and customers with respect. We do it by acting as a team.
Should you have any questions concerning this handbook, your employment or benefits, please feel free to discuss them with your supervisor or manager.
Again, welcome!
Introduction & Description of Company
[Ipx] was founded on the belief that all profit is not created equal. Risk is often the bedfellow of profit, but high risk is all to often akin to disaster. To find this balance is our never ending and ever changing goal. There are many precautionary measures that can be taken, and [Ipx] supplies top level safety devices to you at no cost. This includes countermeasures and armor upgrades, and of course whenever possible armed escorts. There is almost never a situation where you should be in danger. If that situation does happen to arrive however, [Ipx] also offers piracy insurance. And of course one of our most reassuring safety devices, we will keep one clone and one backup of your latest neurological imprint at our home office. That means that if it ever really does come down to your cargo or your life, you can make the right decision with a clear mind.
General code of conduct
1. Ipx freelancers do not pirate, ever, in any way shape or form.
2. No slaves, ever. Immediate termination will result.
3. Diplomacy is a requirement of our success. We prefer diplomacy to gunfire when at all possible.
4. Teamwork is also a requirement of success.
//Rules: (player)
1. no swearing in chat
2. no OORP in system chat.
3. The important RP stuff:
a. Avoid being pirated at all costs. If you are being pirated get away. This does not mean don't interact with other players, it means that proper RP is to get away with the cargo and your life. You should be able to accomplish this most of the time. I strongly reccomend the use of chat macros. A good idea is try to make compromises that make the pirate happy.
b. Fly with an escort when possible. It is a very fun 'class' to play.
c. Don't openly smuggle in Liberty, especially Manhattan. This does not mean you aren't permitted at all, but have some RP sense. Have someone create a diversion or have a friend looking out for the cops and sneak it in. We want the lawful characters think we are lawful.
General Duties
On your first day you will be given a new Mammoth or Behemoth and an escort. It will be upgraded as soon as possible, possibly on the spot. Your escort will take you along on one of our established trade routes. For reference, as a new hire you may be asked to transport:
Optronics from Fort Bush to Planet Cambridge, and Luxury food back to Manhattan. You may be asked to go as far as Planet denver.
Boron from Planet Pittsburgh to LD-14, and MOX back to Baltimore shipyard.
It has been requested of us as one of the condition of maintaining an office, the Curacao chamber of commerce has requested that we fly at least 5000 passengers per week from Manhattan to Curacao.
Your supervisor will contact you when they need you to fly an alternate route, such as our V.I.P. cruise route from Manhattan to Luxury Liner Hawaii.
//reading the rest of this document is not 100% necesarry to understand our RP. The reason I used it is when dealing with anything but smuggling, we should present ourselves as professionals in game. It does however cover a lot of relative ground, and should be adhered to loosely.
Confidentiality Agreement
Information that pertains to [Ipx]'s business, including all nonpublic information concerning the Company, its vendors and suppliers, is strictly confidential and must not be given to people who are not employed by [Ipx].
Please help protect confidential information - which may include, for example, trade secrets, customer lists and company financial information - by taking the following precautionary measures:
1. Discuss work matters only with other [Ipx] employees who have a specific business reason to know or have access to such information.
2. Do not discuss work matters in public places.
3. Monitor and supervise visitors to [Ipx] to insure that they do not have access to company information.
4. Destroy hard copies of documents containing confidential information that is not filed or archived.
5. Secure confidential information in desk drawers and cabinets at the end of every business day.
Your cooperation is particularly important because of our obligation to protect the security of our clients' and our own confidential information. Use your own sound judgment and good common sense, but if at any time you are uncertain as to whether you can properly divulge information or answer questions, please consult an [Ipx] officer.
Employment at Will
Unless expressly proscribed by statute or contract, your employment is "at will." All [Ipx] employees are at will, which means they may be terminated at any time and for any reason, with or without advance notice. Employees are also free to quit at any time. Any employment relationship other than at will must be set out in writing and signed by [Ipx]'s .
Compensation & Work Schedule
Bonus Compensation
You may become eligible for a periodic bonus. This bonus is optional at the discretion of management and depends upon our profitability and individual performance and contribution.
Outside Employment
Because of [Ipx]'s obligations to its customers, the Company must be aware of any concurrent employment you may have to determine whether or not it presents a potential conflict.
Serving on any public or government board or commission qualifies as employment for purposes of this policy, regardless of whether such service is compensated.
Before beginning or continuing outside employment, employees are required to complete a questionnaire detailing the involvement with the other employer and to obtain the written approval of their managers and the Merovingian. Failing to obtain prior approval as described may be cause for disciplinary action, up to and including termination. Employees who are on leave of absence, including FMLA leave or Workers' Compensation leave are prohibited from having outside employment during their leave.
Conduct Standards Company Equipment and Vehicles
When using [Ipx] property, including computer equipment or hardware, exercise care, perform required maintenance and follow all operating instructions, safety standards and guidelines.
Notify your supervisor if any equipment or machines appear to be damaged, defective or in need of repair. This prompt reporting could prevent the equipment's deterioration and could also help prevent injury to you or others. Should you have questions about the maintenance and care of any workplace equipment, ask your supervisor.
If you use or operate equipment improperly, carelessly, negligently or unsafely, you may be disciplined or even discharged. In addition, you may be held financially responsible for any loss to [Ipx] because of such mistreatment.
Insider Trading
In addition to our general obligation to observe the law, one of the most important responsibilities of all [Ipx] employees is to protect the company's reputation for ethical and honest dealing. Our reputation could be irreparably damaged if inside information is inappropriately disclosed such that it affects the stock price of our company or that of a client or any other company with whom we have a relationship. Bearing this in mind, you are forbidden from sharing or disclosing company information in any way that could be deemed insider trading or give the appearance of such conduct.
General Employment
Employee Classifications
Employees at [Ipx] are either full-time or part-time. The Company may on occasion hire temporary or seasonal employees, who will not generally be eligible for benefits.
Part-time employees work fewer than 5 hours per week. Unless specifically stated, part-time employees are not afforded any benefits other than wages; for example, they do not accrue benefits such as sick days, vacation days, and health insurance.
All other employees are full-time.
Employee Referrals
To encourage and reward employees who refer qualified candidates for full-time positions, [Ipx] sponsors an employee referral incentive program. All full-time employees are eligible to participate.
If [Ipx] hires the referred candidate within 90 days of the referral date, the Company will award $10000000, minus applicable tax withholdings and deductions, to the referring employee. Payment will be made approximately 1-3 days after the date the candidate was hired, provided both individuals are then active employees of the Company.
Safety & Emergency Safety
[Ipx] is committed to maintaining a safe and healthy environment for all employees. Report all accidents, injuries, potential safety hazards, safety suggestions and health and safety related issues immediately to your manager.
If you or another employee is injured, contact your supervisor or manager immediately. Seek help from outside emergency response agencies, if needed. Contact information is posted Planet Curacao.
You must complete an Employee's Claim for Worker's Compensation Benefits Form if you have an injury that requires medical attention. If your inquiry does not require medical attention, you must still complete a Supervisor and Employee Report of Accident Form in case medical treatment is later needed and to ensure that any existing safety hazards are corrected. You can obtain the required forms from Curacao home office.
Security
[Ipx] is committed to ensuring employees' security. Our premises are equipped with both security alarms that are active outside working hours and a fire alarm system. If you have a security concern or need more information about operating these systems, contact .
All employees are given identification cards when they join the Company. Wear your ID at all times while on Company business, whether you are on or off Company premises. If you leave [Ipx], you must surrender your ID and any company keys you have been issued.
Acknowledgement of receipt and understanding
I acknowledge that I have received the [Ipx] Employee Handbook and that I have read and understand the policies.
I understand that this Handbook represents only current policies and benefits, and that it does not create a contract of employment. [Ipx] retains the right to change these policies and benefits, as it deems advisable.
Unless expressly proscribed by statute or contract, my employment is "at will." I understand that I have the right to terminate my employment at any time, with or without cause or notice, and that the Company has the same right. I further understand that my status as an "at will" employee may not be changed except in writing and signed by the President of the Company.
I understand that the information I come into contact with during my employment is proprietary to the Company and accordingly, I agree to keep it confidential, which means I will not use it other than in the performance of my duties or disclose it to any person or entity outside the Company. I understand that I must comply with all of the provisions of the Handbook to have access to and use Company resources. I also understand that if I do not comply with all provisions of the Handbook, my access to Company resources may be revoked, and I may be subject to disciplinary action up to and including discharge.
I further understand that I am obligated to familiarize myself with the Company's safety, health, and emergency procedures as outlined in this Handbook or in other documents.
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