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Proclamation

"That'll preach 'em."

Jacoban priests are able to nail various Proclamations to the proclamation board outside their cathedral. These papers either increase or decrease the level of fear among the populace.

Unfortunately, not all Sims agree with Jacoban dogma. Proclamations, especially in kingdoms where the church isn't feared, are often in danger of being torn down by others. Peterans are noticeably prone to this and will actually feel Peteran Pride for tearing down proclamations. If the Jacoban priest sees a Sim tearing down a proclamation, he or she will naturally regard the act with shock and declare the offending Sim a Jacoban Enemy for a few hours. Tearing down proclamations is a minor crime and Sims can be put in the stocks if caught for it.

Although proclamations seem to serve as a way for the church to assert its authority by directing the lives of Watcher-fearing Sims, Sims don't seem to ever do what the proclamations say and even the priest who posted the proclamation can defy it with no ill effects.

List of Proclamations

Proclamation Text Fear Effect
Names are self-indulgent and wicked. By decree of the Jacoban Proxy, all of the Watcher's children will now be referred to as "Lo." All babies born from now on will be named "Lo." -- A message from Shepherd Lo Dramatic Increase
We are looking for volunteers for our next round of Jacob's Sword Sharpness Testing. Please consider volunteering if you have at least one sturdy limb. Dramatic Increase
By order of the Jacoban church, the hems of all dresses are to be worn no higher than ten inches below the ankle. Lengthening fabric will be available at your church in a variety of colors for the next few days. Moderate Increase
Laughter is decadent!! The Grand Convincer of the Jacoban Church has given today over to solemn reflection on the Watcher for all followers. Moderate Increase
The Jacoban Proxy has decreed that church attendance is now mandatory. Missing a sermon may result in sickness or death. Moderate Increase
By order of the Jacoban Proxy, all puppies have been outlawed. Please place your puppies in the puppy repository at your local Jacoban Cathedral. Jacob guide you. Moderate Increase
Persons who do not donate to their local Jacoban church are five times as likely to be buried alive someday as those who do --This fun fact has been brought to you by your local Jacoban church. Moderate Increase
Eggs are repulsive. Have you ever stopped to think think about where eggs come from? I mean, really thought about it? Any Jacoban seen handling, ingesting, or festively decorating eggs will fall completely from the Watcher's favor. Moderate Increase
Please be aware that a grizzled old man has been trying to sell citizens "lucky" horseshoes. These talismans are an affront to the Watcher and are also grossly overpriced. Any Jacoban caught in possession of one will not be allowed in the church! Minor Increase
A new tax will be imposed on all Jacoban followers to help pay for planned church upgrades. Minor Increase
Until further notice, all Peterans who step onto Jacoban property are required to wear a badge declaring them to be temporary Jacobans. Once they step off Jacoban land, they may resume their previous faith. Minor Increase
All worshippers are responsible for cleaning their seat after a sermon. Dirty pews are an affront to the Watcher and will not be tolerated. Minor Increase
Come wash away your dirty sins with us! I promise no one will say "pew." -- A message from your Jacoban Church. Minor Decrease
This is an official reminder from the Jacoban church:

Tearing down a Jacoban proclamation is punishable by the posting of a more strongly-worded proclamation.
Minor Decrease
The rumors that the Jacoban Proxy has outlawed smiling are false. Smiling is discouraged but not forbidden. Minor Decrease
Remember: There is no "I" in "Eye of the Watcher" but we can always fit "U" in there! -- A message from your local Jacoban church. Minor Decrease
Lordleaf has been declared by the Jacoban Proxy to be the favoured place of the Watcher and your local Jacoban church will be distributing lordleaf clippings in the near future. Minor Decrease
By order of the Jacoban Proxy, the overflow of donations to the Jacoban Church this past year will be returned to its most faithful followers. Visit your local Priest at your convenience to retrieve your share. Moderate Decrease
Any and all lapsed Jacobans are hereby forgiven for their transgressions and are welcome to attend the next sermon with no punishment of any kind. That means you, Bernard. Moderate Decrease
If you are reading this, then that means you care. Congratulations! If only all citizens were as conscientious as you, the world would be a better place.
We must offer ourselves wholly to the Watcher's gaze. Wearing a hat sinfully covers your face and interrupts His righteous view of you. Hats are banned until further notice.
Today's sermon will be attended by renowned Kingball Champion Richard of Yarmouth. Arrive early for your souvenir Mini-Kingball-Paddle and remember: playing Kingball is not a sin. Playing it badly is.
You don't have to be a "sir" or "man" to show up to my "sermon." Ladies Welcome! -- A message from your Jacoban Church.
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