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Message: <blockquote data-quote="haakon1" data-source="post: 5693656" data-attributes="member: 25619">I have a somewhat similar attitude, as a DM of paladins and as a player.I've never seen a need for written codes as a player, as I've always had an intuitive sense of what they should do.I've never asked for a code as a DM, because I figure the player can just play a paladin, and wouldn't have picked one if they didn't want to play in a paladin-like way.Interestingly on Saturday, playing a 4e paladin, one of the other players (playing a cleric) mentioned that his code didn't allow him to attack bloodied enemies (some rules tradeoff feat).  He started talking about the codes for 2e paladins, and I realized the main reason I have no interest in codes: I never played 2e -- went straight from Greyhawk AD&D (no Unearthed Arcana, thanks) to 3e.-----------------For those who do like codes, I offer the Ranger Creed (adopted 1974): --   Recognizing that I volunteered as a Ranger, fully knowing the hazards of my chosen profession, I will always endeavor to uphold the prestige, honor, and high esprit de corps of my Ranger Regiment.--    Acknowledging the fact that a Ranger is a more elite soldier who arrives at the cutting edge of battle by land, sea, or air, I accept the fact that as a Ranger my country expects me to move further, faster and fight harder than any other soldier.--    Never shall I fail my comrades. I will always keep myself mentally alert, physically strong and morally straight and I will shoulder more than my share of the task whatever it may be, one-hundred-percent and then some.--    Gallantly will I show the world that I am a specially selected and well-trained soldier. My courtesy to superior officers, neatness of dress and care of equipment shall set the example for others to follow.--    Energetically will I meet the enemies of my country. I shall defeat them on the field of battle for I am better trained and will fight with all my might. Surrender is not a Ranger word. I will never leave a fallen comrade to fall into the hands of the enemy and under no circumstances will I ever embarrass my country.--   Readily will I display the intestinal fortitude required to fight on to the Ranger objective and complete the mission though I be the lone survivor.<a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ranger_Creed" target="_blank">Ranger Creed - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia</a>-------------------The Code of Conduct for POW's from all the US armed forces (adopted 1955, post-Korean War, based on the experiences of Korean War POW's):Code of Conduct is a personal conduct mandate for members of the American armed forces throughout the world.Article I:  I am an American, fighting in the armed forces which guard my country and our way of life.  I am prepared to give my life in their defense.Article II:  I will never surrender of my own free will.  If in command I will never surrender the members of my command while they still have the means to resist.Article III:  If I am captured, I will continue to resist by all means available.  I will make every effort to escape and aid others to escape.  I will accept neither parole nor special favors from the enemy.Article IV:  If I become a prisoner of war, I will keep faith with my fellow prisoners.  I will give no information nor take part in any action which might be harmful to my comrades.  If I am senior, I will take command.  If not, I will obey the lawful orders of those appointed over me and will back them up in every way.Article V:  When questioned, should I become a prisoner of war, I am required to give name, rank, service, number, and date of birth.  I will evade answering further questions to the utmost of my ability.  I will make no oral or written statements disloyal to my country and its allies or harmful to their cause.Article VI:  I will never forget that I am an American, responsible for my actions, and dedicated to the principles which made my country free.  I will trust in my God and in the United States of America.--------------------U.S. Air Force Academy's Honor Oath, is beautiful in its simplicity, IMHO:        We will not lie, steal or cheat, nor tolerate among us anyone who does.        Furthermore, I resolve to do my duty and to live honorably, so help me God.</blockquote>

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