## Forever free, proud of our story — non-negotiable principle

**The game was free, is free, and will remain free.** Creating an account or PG, playing through Telnet or web, and taking part in the forum and chronicles must never require payment. Do not add subscriptions, paid access, or real-money purchases of game currency, land, items, power, or other gameplay features. Progress and opportunities belong to play, creation, and community participation.

The game's history and the stories made by its players are a source of pride. Preserve their authorship and continuity as the MUD moves to the web and Rust. New features should help the community tell more stories without treating the old world and its people as disposable.