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 Ulos is an archipelago nation, with a tropical climate and natural beauty known the world over. On its largest island of Mistik is the eponymous Mistik Ravine, with waterfalls stretching for miles. Magic is strong, yet unpredictable within Ulos; perhaps this is because the border between the Mistik Ravine and the Elemental Plane is thin, or perhaps due to strange ore found in the islands' land.
-The nation of Ulos is widely regarded as the center of the arcane arts in Cahyali, having one of the highest concentrations of magic users. The beachy climate of Ulos provides a respite from the thundering dangers of the outside world. With little economic disparity, Ulos prides itself on art, culture, and the creative productions of its people. Less populous than most other areas of the world, the people that do live in Ulos live in relative comfort, deriving their livelihoods from the skills they acquire. Education is the second emblem of Ulos, as its relative ease of access to citizens provides for a reasonable standard of living. Those who reject the traditional lifestyle of Ulos tend toward a life of fishing - finding solace in solitude. Ulos itself marks a massive division between salt and freshwater, providing extreme marine biodiversity. Some of the more powerful mages of Ulos have themselves experimented on the outskirts of the salty waters, attempting to peer into the depths of magic itself in search of knowledge…
+The nation of Ulos is widely regarded as the center of the arcane arts in Cahyali, having one of the highest concentrations of magic users. The beachy climate of Ulos provides a respite from the thundering dangers of the outside world. With little economic disparity, Ulos prides itself on art, culture, and the creative productions of its people. Less populous than most other areas of the world, the people that do live in Ulos live in relative comfort, deriving their livelihoods from the skills they acquire.
+Education is the second emblem of Ulos, as its relative ease of access to citizens provides for a reasonable standard of living. Over 90% of Ulosian citizens are literate. Those who reject the traditional lifestyle of Ulos tend toward a life of fishing - finding solace in solitude. Ulos itself marks a massive division between salt and freshwater, providing extreme marine biodiversity. Some of the more powerful mages of Ulos have themselves experimented on the outskirts of the salty waters, attempting to peer into the depths of magic itself in search of knowledge…
 Not content to excel in magical matters alone, Ulos' position as a gateway between Eastern and Western Cahyali has made its seas a primary shipping lane. Logistics and sailing is a major part of Ulos' economy. Fearful of ever losing this lucrative global position, Ulos has remained staunchly neutral in all modern conflicts, deterring foreign aggression through the threat of destructive magic - though the island nation is not well militarized and only keeps a minimal standing army.
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-=== Major Laws ===
+=== Laws ===
-  * Mandatory education up to the age of 18, which is the age of adulthood (and age of drinking).
+Ulosian policing is relatively small, and most arrests are citizens’ arrests. The age of adulthood on Ulos is 18 (or the equivalent for one’s species) and with adulthood comes the privilege of voting, as well as drinking. Free public education is guaranteed by law in all Ulosian provinces and is well-funded, though most institutions of arcane study and higher education are run privately. Despite this, education is still affordable, and most people remain students well into their 30s. Ulos has abolished the death penalty.
-  * Free education provided for all ages. This education is encouraged to continue well into an individual’s 30s.
-  * Plagiarism is illegal.
+  * Plagiarism, of artistic work or academic content: Fine of up to 2,500 gc and/or imprisonment for up to 30 days.
-  * Stealing, Assault, Rape, and Murder are illegal.
+  * Severe mistreatment of individuals (hate crime, domestic abuse, etc.): Remedial classes and fine of up to 500 gc.
-  * It is illegal to carry weapons, unless you are licensed by the state itself.
+  * Deprivation of another’s education, by an individual or institution: Fine of up to 10,000 gc and possible revocation of educational license.
-  * It is illegal to deprive people of education.
+  * Tax evasion: Incarceration from 6 months - 2 years.
-  * Mandatory classes for those accused of a special classification of law related to mistreatment of individuals.
+  * Theft of personal property: Fine equal to the value of the stolen items, and incarceration for up to 30 days if items are not returned.
+  * Theft of public property: Fine equal to double the value of the stolen items, and incarceration for up to 50 days if items are not returned.
+  * Carrying deadly weapons without state license: Fine of up to 1,000 gc.
+  * Assault and battery: 5-10 years incarceration.
+  * Ownership of another intelligent humanoid creature: Exile from Ulos for life, or incarceration for life.
+  * Murder and rape: Depending on degree, incarceration for 5 years to life, with parole possible.
+  * Treason: Incarceration for life, or exile.