Internal Invesitgation

*Midnight
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Posted by *Midnight »




The following letter complete with an enclosed warrant is delivered to the barracks. It is marked for the attention of a Measure or Mover
wrote:
As part of an ongoing investigation the Fraternity will require access to your faction's recent records.  Pleased see the enclosed search warrant.  Before it is executed I am sure you have concerns that you would like addressed, and I in turn would like to liaise with one of your officers in your faction as your expertise in coordinating such an investigation would be of great help.

Caterina Arnders
Administrator A7
Department of Interfactional Affairs
*WhenWizardsWar
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Posted by *WhenWizardsWar »


As fate would have it, Measure One Cryptbane receives notice of the request and pens a quick response, he submits it to a mover for approval before he actually submits it back to the fraturnity with the simple reasoning this is a simple matter that is easily dealt with and that the movers have other much more important things to deal with.

If approved the response would be simply.

"To whom it may concern.

We are of course willing to cooperate with the legal matters which have been brought to our attention, if you will please submit the proper forms for EACH incident being investigated then we will be glad to release our reports for THOSE incidents. We are familiar with many of the charges being brought against us for apparent destruction of private property, failure to compensenate those who's privately owned pace was misused, (the rest of the charges are mentioned as well). If you will provide us the proper individual forms for each seperate incident that is being brought to forward we will be glad to provide each individual report for each seperate incident. We will need to remind you to provide names, dates and locations of each incident as Sigil is a big place and simply asking for "all destruction of private proporty" reports will result in a mountain of paper work that would sufficate even the most stout inker.

If you provide the nessicary forms for each incident we will be happy to comply, however asking for access to our records will not cause us to allow you to snoop into every single file we have, you want reports for specific charges, then you may request files for specific events.

Measure One Cryptbane".

He had heard the rumors of the charges against the Harmonium by the locals, especially the suit filed by Mr Royce and he knew the Harmonium did not commit most of the attrosities they are being accused of, he even says this much to the other measures and those above him but he does suggest it is in our best interest to comply with all of the requests being brought forward. He also reminds them that the system can be very slow sometimes and it will take some time to process -each request individually- and then he smiles to those concerned and simply says "I once heard from a city clerk that one should never under estimate the importance of delegation of ones duties upon others".


If the measures and movers approve this, then inevitably the proceess might, as it tends to happen in Sigil grind to a very slow halt as there are likely hundreds of reports filed with the harmonium on a dailey basis matching the criteria of the charges brought against them.

Some poor clerk in the Harmonium record vault is likely going to be curseing himself and his superiors very soon.
*Midnight
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Posted by *Midnight »


A reply is quickly sent
wrote:

Measure Cryptbane


The investigation does not relate to one specific incident our concern is not the content of the records but their author.  I understand your concern and I am not only happy for any investigation to take place under supervision I would welcome the support.  As we believe the security of several faction's has been compromised I do not wish to put the specifics in a written communication as they are all too easily intercepted.  Would it be possible to arrange an appointment to discuss this in person?

Caterina Arnders
Administrator A7
Department of Interfactional Affairs.
*WhenWizardsWar
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Posted by *WhenWizardsWar »


A very quick reply.

"Administrator Arnders.

If the contents are not in question but the author is then, pardon me for being a stonewall..i am new to this post but that is a matter for internal affairs rather then interfactional matters and I am utterly confident it will be handled in house by those responsable for such things among our order. We have a rather unsavory disrespectful moniker, -the hardheads- but I can confidently testify that if there is a "witch" in our ranks then we will find them and deal with them rest assured, the last thing we will tolerate is a disruptor of harmony among our own ranks".

Measure One Cryptbane,

-Again his response is placed before the very busy movers for their approval before sending it along to the administrator, all in hopes to keep the wheels of the Harmonium oiled with out bogging down the Movers-
*Midnight
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Posted by *Midnight »


A less patient soul than Caterina would dispair. She does not however she takes the Harmonium seal recovered from the safe house of Dash and Dace and stamps her next letter with it.
wrote:
Measure Cryptbane

That there is a witch as you put it in your ranks is without doubt.  The seal this letter has been marked with has been used along with others to pass misinformation to your men.  That it is in my possession should alarm as it should not be.  I would surmise that should you be able to match the seal to a name you will find your "witch." I would suggest you act quickly as lives are almost definitely at stake.

I am most impressed by your commitment to  the law and look forward to hearing how your investigation fairs.

Regards
Caterina Arnders
Administrator A7
Department of Interfactonal Affairs
The letter is stamped with an entierly authentic Harmonium seal.
*WhenWizardsWar
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Posted by *WhenWizardsWar »


Yet another quick reply.

"Administrator Arnders.

I thank you for bringing this to our attention, I can safely speak with confidence that this matter will be investigated by those in charge of such matters and I thank you for providing such a key peice of evidence, it is most disturbing, the matter will be dealt with".


Measure One Cryptbane.
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He then shows (in private) the movers and factors of the Harmonium the latest letter and the badge provided and lets them decide what should be done, though he does state/recommend the following.

"Commanders, i suggest the men keep their badges hidden unless presenting them becomes nessicary, we have far too many thieves in the city and its no secret that many people who stand against us have copies of our badges and even a few of our uniforms. I think it is likely the badge was planted to cause chaos and contention among our ranks, to cast suspicion where none should be, but I am also not dismissing the potential threat, what is it you would have us do?"
*LiquidDreamer
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Posted by *LiquidDreamer »


Caterina receives her response relating to Harmonium actions during the time requested from the Harmonium Hall of Records. It is not a pretty sight as the papers pile up two feet high and arrive in several boxes. After making sure the correct paperwork is signed, the delivery crew leaves however two stay behind, both standing vigil outside. If questioned about their presence, both will reply that it was the request of the MercyKillers. During office hours both will stand outside. While not performing faction related activities, one will accompany her at all times.
*Mr_Otyugh
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Posted by *Mr_Otyugh »


Another response quickly follows the initial response, although this one is directed at superiors of Caterina Arnders in the Fraternity of Order which goes as follows:
wrote:Dear Fraternity of Order,

An investigation has been set out by your subordinate, the Harmonium as always stands by the side of order, however the matter is far from straight forward. As it stands we are given no guarantees and only bending to good trust that the investigators are whom they say they are and as such we request three things.

First; Background Check and Three Week Observation to All Investigators
    You are treading to internal investigation, which by definition refers to investigation conducted internally. Fraternity of Order while your [i]co-operation[/i] is appreciated, are still liable to co-coordination with Harmonium personnel or the privileges to all private records will be prohibited at once. This means that we reserve the right to background check everyone whom are to participate in consulting, witness or physical investigation role in both of our Factions or unaffiliated. And observe these participants three weeks after the investigation to ensure no underhanded deals are done after, the subjects are to remain oblivious of this, but their superiors have the right to know. [/li]
Second; Return of All Harmonium Property at Soonest Opportunity
    It has come to our knowledge that Harmonium badges have fallen to hands of Fraternity of Order, much like the scum whom has falsely used these are not part of the Harmonium and as such are not legal owners. Surely it is understood by both of our respective organizations that it is in our best interest to co-operate by returning stolen or lost property back to the origin. This includes: - Harmonium Badges - Private Harmonium Documentation - Armor or Equipment belonging to Harmonium Once the investigation is concluded these are to be returned to Harmonium. Our current records are not to leave our premises at any time nor are copies to be made of them. [/li]
Thirdly; Discretion on Critical Information
    This goes without saying, but all information in private documentation are to be considered under vow of silence and breach of this is liable to prosecution and justice. All records and copies are to be destroyed after investigation is over as they are not Fraternity of Order records, we keep our records just fine on our own. Attempts to reproduce or paraphrase contents to public are also considered breach in this. [/li]
We assign Measure One Cryptbane to overview the investigation from Harmonium side and report to only assigned officers, and I expect the Fraternity of Order investigators will co-operate with him effective immediately. His profile and history may be investigated by the Fraternity to ensure the reliability of this Harmonium representative.

Peace through might,

Saevon Penumbra
_Mover Three of Harmonium
_Internal Investigations
An open message is given to Harmonium as well:
wrote:Attention Members of Harmony,

An inventory will be conducted over Harmonium equipment, armors and badges over the passing week. All unreported cases of lost equipment are to be reported immediately. All the equipment will be marked by undisclosed sign to ensure the disability of out of faction copies to be used as means of identification.

Records and evidences can only be viewed at the permission of a Mover or Factol until further notice. As an additional measure new identification code words will be taken into use, refer to your direct superior to learn what is yours. These will be only for unit identification during street patrols, not to gain access to high-security locations.

Peace through might,

Saevon Penumbra
_Mover Three of Harmonium
And indeed designated areas are made to the barracks to check identities and that they have all the Harmonium designated equipment, those whom have lost equipment in the field will be marked in the lists as potential threats, if they also appear suspicious in their demeanor they will be discharged from their position until further notice and be liable to further investigation.

Those with a good alibi will merely have to pay for the lost equipment or if it was lost in the line of duty due to dangers they will get new ones from the Harmonium. Naturally as was mentioned, the old and the replaced Harmonium equipment are marked with a new sign, alas due to the sheer magnitude of the personnel, making magical identification tied to insignias would be a daunting and economically paralyzing factor so the mundane means of paint had to be adapted regardless, and instead they are written the name of the owner and the unit they work in inside the helmets to ease of cross-referencing through factual information. Same applies to the armors where it is also placed inside the armor on the backside, near shoulders where it is easy to flash, but not viewable without, the badges receive same method except through carving, in the badges are also applied the information of their direct superior.

The lists of suspects will be provided to the on going investigation.

Lastly a letter is sent to Cryptbane...
wrote:Measure One Cryptbane,

You are hereby assigned to oversee the co-operation of internal investigation of security breach with the Fraternity of Order. We want you to see their backgrounds discreetly and keep a close eye for three weeks after the investigation is over as well. The Fraternity of Order has been notified to co-operate with you, and you have the authority to shut down the investigation if you deem suspicious activity or security protocols in danger. We also want you to ensure all Harmonium property is to be returned to the Harmonium after investigation is over, none of the Harmonium documentation is to leave the premises for any reason, if they wish to review the contents, they have to do it in our premises and no where else.

Choose carefully your subordinates in this matter for they may also be liability.

Peace through might,

Saevon Penumbra
_Mover Three of Harmonium
_Internal Investigations
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Posted by *WhenWizardsWar »


And so it would be.

Christopher would comply immediately, chooseing very carefully his subordinates in the matter after analyzing potential candidates with an EXTREMLY fine tooth comb, even using magical means to determine general character, his list of prerequsites very long and grueling, to the point that if he hasnt spent a minimum amount of hours personally on tour with the individual he wouldnt even consider an individual.

As for the Fraternities presence and investigation?. Well they quickly find out how much of "hardhead" he can be. Anytime a member of the order comes to the barracks he requests a three hour heads up and a list of their destination within the archives, he then -in detail- scours that section with a fine tooth comb, every inch, every nook and cranny and if there is something no matter how tiny or insignificant out of place he puts the investigation on hold for at least twelve hours though more often its a complete day until he is satisfied that the issue has resolved.

The investigators are given respect that is due, and those under Cryptbanes watch are ordered to be cordial and very civil, however...

Anything the Fraternity needs is provided by the harmonium, writing materials such as ink quills and parchment, ink wells, light sources, food and water etc etc. The investigators find each of them has a detail with them during every moment of their visit no less and no more then five feet away at any moment, each soldier magically imbued with powerful divination spells dished out at the measure ones expense in order to ensure maximum security.

But wait theres more...

Each visitor is given a password one on one by Cryptbane, valid only while the investigator is on campus, as soon as the person leaves the campus the word is invalid and should anyone use the phrase after leaving or fail to provide the password with absolute clarity that investigator is removed from the premesis until further notice and the individual placed on a watch list generated by Christopher.

But wait theres still more.

Certain files of an extremely sensative nature, are simply denied access to in order to adhere to security and safety of ongoing investigations that the Harmonium deems of vital importance to the administration and preservation of Harmony. He simply states "We are giving your order a significant amount of cooperation in this matter, we are bending alot for you, you will bend for us in return".

////As for Christophers background check if one is required let me know and i will provide his history, he is not ashamed of it and will freely tell everyone of his origins.
*Darkrob
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Posted by *Darkrob »


wrote:Dear Fraternity of Order,

An investigation has been set out by your subordinate, the Harmonium as always stands by the side of order, however the matter is far from straight forward. As it stands we are given no guarantees and only bending to good trust that the investigators are whom they say they are and as such we request three things.

First; Background Check and Three Week Observation to All Investigators
    You are treading to internal investigation, which by definition refers to investigation conducted internally. Fraternity of Order while your [i]co-operation[/i] is appreciated, are still liable to co-coordination with Harmonium personnel or the privileges to all private records will be prohibited at once. This means that we reserve the right to background check everyone whom are to participate in consulting, witness or physical investigation role in both of our Factions or unaffiliated. And observe these participants three weeks after the investigation to ensure no underhanded deals are done after, the subjects are to remain oblivious of this, but their superiors have the right to know. [/li]
Second; Return of All Harmonium Property at Soonest Opportunity
    It has come to our knowledge that Harmonium badges have fallen to hands of Fraternity of Order, much like the scum whom has falsely used these are not part of the Harmonium and as such are not legal owners. Surely it is understood by both of our respective organizations that it is in our best interest to co-operate by returning stolen or lost property back to the origin. This includes: - Harmonium Badges - Private Harmonium Documentation - Armor or Equipment belonging to Harmonium Once the investigation is concluded these are to be returned to Harmonium. Our current records are not to leave our premises at any time nor are copies to be made of them. [/li]
Thirdly; Discretion on Critical Information
    This goes without saying, but all information in private documentation are to be considered under vow of silence and breach of this is liable to prosecution and justice. All records and copies are to be destroyed after investigation is over as they are not Fraternity of Order records, we keep our records just fine on our own. Attempts to reproduce or paraphrase contents to public are also considered breach in this. [/li]
We assign Measure One Cryptbane to overview the investigation from Harmonium side and report to only assigned officers, and I expect the Fraternity of Order investigators will co-operate with him effective immediately. His profile and history may be investigated by the Fraternity to ensure the reliability of this Harmonium representative.

Peace through might,

Saevon Penumbra
_Mover Three of Harmonium
_Internal Investigations
(((Not sure if Garen is high enough Rank to answer but if he is...

Mr_Otyugh: It's good, didn't feel like making OOC post to reply just that, so this'll do.)))



Forwarded to Caterina
wrote:Administrator Arnders

Authority over this action is given to you and all necessary permissions are granted under the auspices, and applicable boundaries, of the Fraternity. To react to the specific actions demanded by the Harmonium, you are to act as follows;

1: Background Check and Three Week Observation to All Investigators

Direct observation during direct investigation is permitted. This means they can observe you as you conduct this investigation. Their permissions do not carry over into other aspects of your work or duties in the courts. The three week observation, post investigation, is granted under the same terms.

2: Return of All Harmonium Property at Soonest Opportunity

Harmonium property currently held by the Fraternity shall be held, much like all stolen properties, until after all legal avenues have been exhausted and it is no longer required as evidence. Then all properties, along with proper cataloguing and itemizing records, shall be returned in full. Please guarantee the safety and legitimacy of these items that are now under your authorized care.

3: Thirdly; Discretion on Critical Information

This is agreed to and all will be considered privileged information and treated as such under the laws of the courts of the Fraternity. If, however, evidence is found in these searches that must be used in court and trial, said information shall be authorized by the Harmonium for use with the knowledge that withholding crucial evidence lawfully acquired is a criminal offence within the city of Sigil.

Administrator, please see this through and remember you represent the Fraternity directly to the upper ranks of the Harmonium. Your word is our word and their respect of your authorization is to be present at all times.

A4 Seph
Interfactional affairs
Civil Judge
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