Usage:
MAIL CHECK - checks your received mail
MAIL COLLECT {stamp #} - collects a parcel mailed to you
MAIL DND {on\off} - toggles do not disturb on or off
MAIL RETRIEVE {stamp #} - retrieves a sent parcel that hasn't been picked up
MAIL ESTIMATE {item} - estimates the cost of sending the designated item
MAIL REJECT {stamp #} - returns a mail item to its sender
MAIL SEND {name} (priority) - send the item in your hands (prioritizing right)
to the designated person's mailbox
MAIL SEND {name} COD {amount} (priority) - sends mail, requests payment on delivery
MAIL STATUS - checks the status of your sent mail
MAIL INFO - much more in-depth information on the system
Note: (priority) is optional it will default to standard if not specified, and it can be
omitted entirely if you pre-stamp your package before SENDing it.
MAIL INFO:
The MAIL verb allows players to interact with the mail system to send and receive packages throughout Elanthia. The local post offices are run by the Rundmolens -- the Dwarven family known for operating the Carousels (vaults). As is their style, they only operate with Kronars. For these new postal operations, they also only dispatch runners to your Zoluren banks they will not accept coins you're carrying at this time.
The very basics:
You can PUT the item you want to mail in an envelope or package, sold by the local post offices, close it, and MAIL SEND {NAME} to send the package to the target. You MUST spell the name exactly -- it doesn't check if they're online or even if they have an active subscription. If you send a package to someone you didn't intend to, or if the recipient fails to pick up their delivery, you can MAIL RETRIEVE it to get your items back. You can check the status of the packages you've sent via MAIL STATUS.
You can LOOK at and STUDY many of the items used in the mail system to gain additional information.
Fees:
There's a fee for sending items. The are several factors that determine the final fee. First, the type of package you're sending, whether an envelope or a package, has a base rate associated with it.
Additionally, all packages require a stamp to determine the class/speed of delivery -- you can either provide your own via the stampbooks, or the post office will happily add one for an increased fee. The weight of all items inside the parcel being shipped increases the price, and this amount is modified by the stamp's class -- higher priority is a higher modifier. The MAIL ESTIMATE tool can give you an idea of the fees you're looking at for a given package or individual item.
If you send a package with the COD option (payment on delivery), the receiver can choose to pay the fee you set to collect the package or reject it which will return the package to you. The post office takes 2% of the amount.
Items:
Many of the items used by mail can either be customized by other items or provide such customizations. This is a brief overview of the items:
* Packages and envelopes -- all items sent through the MAIL system must be PUT into one of these. The envelopes are suited to carrying letters or other very small items -- they only hold a single item. They also have cheaper base fees when mailing. Packages are larger, nearly backpack sized, and can hold up to 9 items at a time and have a higher cost.
* Parchment -- you can WRITE letters with these parchments. The language you are speaking when you write the first entry will be the language the letter is written in, so take care! Don't send your Gnome friends something written in Elven! STUDY has more information. You will need a quill or similar writing item while writing away from the post office.
* Quills -- Primarily these allow you to WRITE your letters while away from the post office if you do not already have such an item. They have a few fluff verbs.
* Wax and signets -- These go together. If you PUT wax ON a package, envelope or parchment while wearing a signet, you can mark the item with the wax's color and the symbol on the signet ring.
* Stamps determine the speed (priority, class) that a package is delivered. Standard deliveries take 1 hour, express takes 20 minutes, and first class is delivered instantly.
* Stampbooks contain 20 of a particular class of stamp and are available at your local post office. You can PULL an individual stamp from a stampbook to PUT on a package or envelope. A parcel may only have a single stamp at a time -- adding others will overwrite what was there.
Additional Info:
* You can toggle MAIL DND to block all mail from everyone and resume when ready.
* Your mailbox allows for 25 incoming parcels at a time. Others will no longer be able to send you mail until you clear some out!
* There is a limit to how many outgoing parcels you can have at a time as well. Please do not spam unnecessary mail!
* Repeating to stress it -- when sending mail, type the name exactly as it is! If a character exists with the name you typed, whether active or not, the package will be sent to them. Do not shorten "Lyneya" to "Lyn" and expect Lyneya to get your package.
* Related, you can use MAIL RETRIEVE to recall mis-sent parcels. You will not be refunded any fees.
MAIL SEND <player> <priority>:
The mail clerk takes a thick burlap-covered package from you. They say, "We'll make certain to get this safely to <Player>. Don't you worry!" The clerk places the package atop a pile of other parcels.
You have <value> Kronars deducted from your Crossing bank account.
MAIL SEND <player> COD <value> <priority>:
You hand over the package, requesting payment on delivery in the amount of <cod value> Kronars. You will receive <98% of cod value> Kronars by mail upon successful delivery.
The mail clerk takes a thick burlap-covered package from you. They say, "We'll make certain to get this safely to <Player>. Don't you worry!" The clerk places the package atop a pile of other parcels.
You have <value> Kronars deducted from your Crossing bank account.
MAIL STATUS:
You hail down a mail clerk and ask for the status of parcels that you have sent. Capably perusing a small ledger, they say, "Ah, yes. Here you go." They place the ledger before you.
Stamp # Recipient Parcel Status
--------- --------------- ----------------------------------------------- -----------------
123456789 Player a thick burlap-covered package ready for pickup
MAIL RETRIEVE <stamp #>:
You inquire with a mail clerk about retrieving the burlap-covered package that you sent to <Player>. They hasten off and return with the package, which they hand to you.
MAIL CHECK:
You hail down a mail clerk and ask if you have any parcels available for pickup. After a brief search, they return to you and say, "Ah, yes. It appears that you've got mail."
Stamp # Sender Parcel Sent
--------- --------------- ----------------------------------------------- -------------------
123456789 Player a thick burlap-covered package within the last day
If you'd like to pick up one of your parcels, you can MAIL COLLECT it now.
MAIL COLLECT:
You inquire with a mail clerk about picking up a parcel. They disappear for a little while before returning with a thick burlap-covered package, which they hand to you.
MAIL DND ON:
First Person: You are now rejecting all mail sent to you.
Third person: <Player> has asked the mail service not to disturb them.
MAIL DND OFF:
You are no longer rejecting all mail sent to you.
MAIL REJECT <stamp #>:
You inquire with a mail clerk about rejecting the burlap-covered package that you received from <Player>. They quickly set to returning the package to its sender.
MAIL ESTIMATE <package/envelope>:
Estimated costs for shipping a thick burlap-covered package are as follows:
Standard Mail: <value> Kronars
Express Mail: <value> Kronars
First Class Mail: <value> Kronars
* All values are in coppers.
* Shipping rates are subject to change based on total parcel weight.
* The Rundmolens will dispatch their runners to deduct fees directly from Zoluren banks ONLY.
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