Magical Item Registration Guide

City of Neverwinter - Arcane Regulatory Commission

Introduction

All magical items within Neverwinter city limits must be properly registered with the Arcane Regulatory Commission. This comprehensive guide outlines the registration process for various circumstances of magical item acquisition, creation, and modification.

Registration is mandatory within 30 days of acquisition or creation.

General Registration Requirements

Required Documentation

• Form ARC-MI-001: Basic Magical Item Registration
• Valid identification (citizenship papers or visitor permits)
• Proof of legal acquisition (varies by circumstance)
• Magical practitioner license (Tier 1 or higher required for registration)
• Registration fee: 25 gold pieces (standard items), 100 gold pieces (restricted items)

Magical Item Assessment

All items undergo mandatory evaluation by certified Magical Arbiters to determine:

• Magical potency level
• Potential safety hazards
• Classification tier (Mundane, Restricted, Dangerous, Prohibited)
• Required handling protocols

Registration by Acquisition Type

1. New Magical Item Creation

Required Forms: ARC-MI-001, ARC-CR-003 (Creation Documentation)

Documentation Needed:

• Detailed crafting process documentation
• List of magical components used with source receipts
• Magical blueprint or enchantment schema
• Safety testing results
• Creator's magical practitioner license (Tier 2 minimum)

Special Requirements:

• Items with Tier 3+ magical complexity require pre-creation approval
• Dangerous magical items require supervised creation in designated facilities
• All experimental or prototype items must undergo extended safety evaluation (14-day minimum)

Processing Time: 5-14 business days

2. Purchase and Sale Registration

For Buyers:

• Forms: ARC-MI-001, ARC-TR-002 (Transfer of Ownership)
• Documentation: Bill of sale, seller's registration certificate, buyer's magical license
• Seller Requirements: Must provide proof of legal ownership and complete deregistration process

For Sellers:

• Forms: ARC-DR-001 (Deregistration), ARC-TR-002
• Documentation: Original registration certificate, buyer identification
• Transfer fee: 10 gold pieces

Special Provisions:

• Licensed magical merchants may use expedited bulk transfer processes
• Items sold to non-citizens require additional export documentation
• Restricted items require buyer capability assessment

Processing Time: 3-7 business days

3. Rental and Temporary Use

Required Forms: ARC-MI-001, ARC-RT-004 (Rental Agreement Registration)

Documentation Needed:

• Rental agreement signed by both parties
• Renter's magical practitioner license and capability assessment
• Owner's insurance documentation
• Security deposit (minimum 200% of item value)

Rental Restrictions:

• Maximum rental period: 90 days (renewable with approval)
• Dangerous items: 30-day maximum, Tier 3+ practitioner required
• Prohibited items: No rental permitted

Monitoring Requirements:

• Monthly check-ins for dangerous items
• Immediate reporting of any magical malfunctions
• Return inspection mandatory

Processing Time: 2-5 business days

4. Salvage Claims

Required Forms: ARC-MI-001, ARC-SV-005 (Salvage Claim Documentation)

Documentation Needed:

• Detailed location and circumstances of discovery
• Sworn affidavit of legal salvage rights
• Archaeological survey (if applicable)
• Witness statements (minimum two independent witnesses)

Special Procedures:

• Items found in ancient ruins require Archaeological Commission approval
• Salvage from battlefields subject to military tribunal review
• Items of historical significance may be claimed by the city
• Salvage rights disputes resolved through special arbitration

Mandatory Waiting Period: 60 days to allow for competing claims

Processing Time: 30-90 days (depending on complexity)

5. Treasure Horde Discoveries

Required Forms: ARC-MI-001, ARC-TH-006 (Treasure Horde Declaration)

Documentation Needed:

• Detailed inventory of entire horde
• Location documentation with maps
• Proof of legal exploration/excavation rights
• Guild expedition documentation (if applicable)

Special Requirements:

• Mandatory disclosure: All items in horde must be declared, not just those being registered
• City claim rights: Neverwinter reserves 15% claim on treasure hordes for public benefit
• Archaeological review: Required for hordes containing historical artifacts
• Cursed item protocols: Special handling for potentially cursed or dangerous items

Tax Obligations: 20% treasure tax on total horde value

Processing Time: 45-120 days (depending on horde size and complexity)

6. Spoils of War

Required Forms: ARC-MI-001, ARC-SW-007 (Military Spoils Documentation)

Documentation Needed:

• Military service records or mercenary contracts
• Official battle participation verification
• Chain of custody documentation
• War tribunal approval (for major conflicts)

Special Provisions:

• Items from officially sanctioned military actions receive expedited processing
• Enemy magical weapons require additional security clearance
• Items of military strategic value may be requisitioned by city defense forces
• Veterans receive 50% discount on registration fees

Restriction Notes:

• Items used in war crimes are subject to confiscation
• Certain enemy magical items may be permanently prohibited from civilian use

Processing Time: 14-30 days

7. Repair and Restoration Registration

Required Forms: ARC-MI-001, ARC-RP-008 (Repair Documentation)

For Defective Item Repairs:

• Original registration certificate
• Detailed description of defects or malfunctions
• Proposed repair methodology
• Repair practitioner credentials (Tier 2+ required for dangerous items)

For Restoration Projects:

• Archaeological or historical documentation
• Restoration plan approved by relevant specialists
• Insurance coverage for restoration risks
• Regular progress reporting requirements

Special Requirements:

• Pre-repair inspection: Mandatory safety assessment before repair begins
• Post-repair certification: Items must pass safety inspection after repair
• Warranty registration: Repaired items subject to 1-year monitoring period
• Historic items: May require Museum Commission oversight

Processing Time: 7-21 days (depending on item complexity)

Registration Fees and Timelines

Standard Fee Structure

• Mundane magical items: 25 gold pieces
• Restricted items: 100 gold pieces
• Dangerous items: 250 gold pieces + insurance requirement
• Historical items: 50 gold pieces + conservation bond

Expedited Processing

• Available for additional fee: 200% of standard registration cost
• Rush processing time: 1-3 business days
• Emergency registration: Same-day service for 500% fee (dangerous situations only)

Compliance and Enforcement

Penalties for Non-Registration

• First Offense: Warning and mandatory registration within 7 days
• Second Offense: 100 gold fine and magical item temporary confiscation
• Third Offense: 500 gold fine, permanent confiscation, and restriction of magical item ownership privileges

Regular Inspections

• Annual renewal: Required for all dangerous and restricted items
• Random inspections: Authorized for compliance verification
• Safety recalls: Mandatory participation in safety recall programs

Appeal Process

• Registration denials may be appealed within 30 days
• Appeals heard by panel of three Magical Arbiters
• Final appeals may be made to the Chief Magistrate

Contact Information

Arcane Regulatory Commission Office Location: Hall of Justice, Third Floor, East Wing Hours: 8 AM - 6 PM, Monday through Friday Emergency Registration: Available 24/7 for dangerous items

For Questions:

• General Registration: Registrar's Office
• Dangerous Items: Magical Safety Division
• Historical Items: Archaeological Liaison Office
• Appeals: Judicial Review Department

This guide is supplementary to the Magical Regulations of Neverwinter and The Comprehensive Legal Code of Neverwinter. For complete legal requirements, consult the full regulatory documents.

Last Updated: Current as of Neverwinter Legal Code Revision 847.3