'PATRONAGE' Patrons are an exclusive club of socialites centered around the Mocker's Tavern in Seringale. Their patronage supports members of the Consortium, who in return entertain Patrons with tales and poems of Serin's history. Thus, Patrons and the Consortium have a close and symbiotic relationship with one another. There are no special requirements for becoming a Patron other than paying a patronage fee and sponsorship from an existing Patron or Consortium member. Sponsorship helps to maintain the exclusivity of the Patrons and the peace code of Mocker's Tavern while promoting fraternity among Patrons. Otherwise, there are only a few rules governing the conduct of Patrons. That is, namely, the peace code of the tavern: The Tavern Peace Code: *Fraternity: Patrons do not harm Consortium members or other Patrons at ANY time. *Insularity: Patrons do not intrude upon cabals or commit crimes at ANY time. *Civility: Patrons do not initiate attacks inside the taverns. *Exclusivity: Patrons do not misuse the taverns to harbor criminals and barred troublemakers. All patrons may use the gossip channel to communicate with each other anywhere in the world in addition to the usual gossip held within taverns. Becoming a Patron is a good way for those new to the realms to find friends and kinship within a larger organization regardless of their current roleplaying or playerkilling skills. See also: PATRON COMMANDS