Du'knok Compact

## The Du'knok Compact

The guiding governance document for the Du'knok Council, the Compact is a written agreement that outlines the responsibilities, powers, and principles by which the council operates. It serves as a historical record of the islands' commitment to self-governance and cooperation.

It reads as follows:

### The Du'knok Compact as Written

#### Preamble

*We, the representatives of Ashou Doby, Shre'luk, Masset, and Seawall, in recognition of our shared heritage, mutual interests, and the common defense of the Du'knok Islands, do hereby establish this governing document, known as the Du'knok Compact, to ensure the autonomy, cooperation, and prosperity of our beloved archipelago.*

#### Article I: The Du'knok Council

##### 1.1 Formation

*The Du'knok Council is hereby established as the governing body responsible for coordinating regional matters, safeguarding the islands' autonomy, and promoting unity among the four towns.*

##### 1.2 Composition

*The council shall consist of elected representatives from each of the four towns. These representatives shall be selected by the towns' residents based on merit, leadership, and dedication to the islands' well-being.*

##### 1.3 Responsibilities

*The Du'knok Council shall have the authority to oversee and coordinate matters of regional importance, including but not limited to trade agreements, defense strategies, and diplomatic relations.*

#### Article II: Autonomy of the Towns

##### 2.1 Sovereign Entities

*Each of the four towns—Ashou Doby, Shre'luk, Masset, and Seawall—shall retain its sovereignty and autonomy in all matters pertaining to local governance, law, and administration.*

##### 2.2 Non-Interference

*The Du'knok Council shall not assume direct control over any of the towns, infringe upon their autonomy, or interfere in their internal affairs. Each town's leaders shall retain the authority to make decisions for their communities.*

#### Article III: Unity and Cooperation

##### 3.1 Common Defense

*The Du'knok Council shall be responsible for the coordination of the islands' defense, including coastal protection, naval security, and responses to external threats.*

##### 3.2 Trade and Commerce

*The council shall facilitate trade agreements and partnerships that benefit all towns, fostering economic growth and prosperity across the archipelago.*

##### 3.3 Diplomacy

*In matters of diplomacy, the council shall represent the collective interests of the Du'knok Islands, negotiating with external entities and safeguarding the islands' sovereignty.*

##### 3.4 Resource Management

*The council shall oversee the responsible use and management of the islands' natural resources, ensuring sustainability and environmental protection.*

#### Article IV: Amendments and Ratification

##### 4.1 Amendments

*Any proposed amendments to the Du'knok Compact must be approved by a two-thirds majority vote of the Du'knok Council. Such amendments may not infringe upon the autonomy of the towns.*

##### 4.2 Ratification

*This document shall be considered ratified upon unanimous approval by the initial representatives of the Du'knok Islands' towns, and it shall come into effect immediately.*

#### Article V: Supremacy of the Compact

##### 5.1 Binding Agreement

*The Du'knok Compact shall be the supreme governing document of the Du'knok Islands, superseding all other laws and agreements in matters pertaining to regional governance and cooperation.*

#### Article VI: Preservation of Autonomy

##### 6.1 Obligation:

*The Du'knok Council shall be bound by the commitment to preserve the autonomy and independence of each town within the Du'knok Islands. This shall be upheld as a fundamental principle of the council's actions and decisions.*

*In witness whereof, we, the representatives of Ashou Doby, Shre'luk, Masset, and Seawall, do hereby affix our signatures and seal this Du'knok Compact, reaffirming our commitment to unity, cooperation, and the continued flourishing of the Du'knok Islands.*

[Signatures and Seals of the Du'knok Council Representatives]

Ratified on this day, in the year of our unity.

[Date of Ratification]