CONTRACT & AGREEMENT TEMPLATES
« These in-character contract templates are designed to formalize RP agreements, trades, and pacts. Use them as-is or adapt them to your guild, phase, or personal setting. »
Mercenary Contract
Mercenary Agreement
Let it be known on this day, [Date], that [Mercenary Name] enters into paid martial service under the authority of [Employer Name], for the task of [Mission or Assignment].
Duration of service: [X days/weeks/until task completion]
Payment: [Amount of silver/gold] per day or [Flat fee upon completion]
Bonus: [Any hazard or performance-based pay]
Terms:
- The mercenary shall follow reasonable commands.
- Dereliction, treachery, or theft will void this contract and invoke punishment.
- Injury or death sustained during duty absolves the employer of liability.
Signed,
[Employer Signature] [Mercenary Signature]
Apprenticeship Oath
Apprenticeship Pact
On this date, [Date], [Master Name] agrees to take [Apprentice Name] into apprenticeship for the art of [Profession or Discipline].
Duration: Until the apprentice is deemed competent or until [agreed milestone].
Duties:
- Apprentice will serve with diligence and discretion.
- Master will provide instruction, housing, and meals.
Termination:
- Either party may dissolve this agreement by written notice.
- Breach of conduct may result in expulsion.
Signed under witness,
[Master Signature] [Apprentice Signature]
Noble Retainer Agreement
Formal Vassal Oath
On the authority of House [House Name], [Retainer Name] enters sworn service under [Lord/Lady Name].
Position: [Guard, Scribe, Advisor, etc.]
Payment: [Weekly/Monthly wage or upkeep]
Lodging: Provided within estate grounds.
Expectations:
- Absolute discretion and loyalty.
- Uphold the reputation and security of House [Name].
- Obey lawful orders.
This oath is binding until formally released.
Signed and sealed,
[Noble Signature] [Retainer Signature]
Trade / Delivery Contract
Trade & Delivery Agreement
[Seller Name] agrees to deliver [Goods/Items] to [Buyer Name] at [Location] by [Date].
Price: [Agreed sum in silver/gold]
Failure to deliver shall result in a penalty of [X%] refund or forfeiture.
Both parties agree to act in good faith and uphold the terms as stated.
Signed,
[Seller Signature] [Buyer Signature]
Bounty Writ
Official Bounty Writ
Issued by: [Authority / Guild / Town Name]
Target: [Name or Description]
Crime: [Murder, Theft, Treason, etc.]
Reward: [X silver/gold] upon capture or confirmed kill
Conditions:
- Proof required: [Item, witness, body]
- Dead or alive [specify preference]
This writ is valid until revoked.
Signed,
[Issuer Signature] [Date]
Magical Binding Pact
Arcane Covenant
By ink and intent, [Party One] and [Party Two] enter an arcane pact.
Terms:
- [Describe magical service or exchange]
- Duration: [Time or condition of end]
- Consequences for breaking the pact: [Curse, backlash, retribution clause]
Witnessed under full moon / specified arcane seal.
[Signatures – both parties] [Mage or Ritualist Seal]
Oath of Silence / Secrecy
Oath of Silence
By this writ, [Oathgiver Name] swears to preserve the secrecy of [Subject / Knowledge] on pain of consequence.
Duration: Eternal or until released
Breach of this oath permits:
- [Punishment – banishment, magical sealing, curse]
- Loss of position or standing
Signed in the presence of [Witness or Authority].
[Oathgiver Signature] [Witness Signature]