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# Zeny Tax System

We are dedicated to creating and maintaining a fair, stable, and balanced in-game economy. To achieve this, we have implemented a **10% Zeny tax** on a variety of **player-to-player (P2P) transactions**. This taxation system plays a critical role in regulating the flow of Zeny (the in-game currency) and the movement of goods, ensuring that the economy remains healthy and accessible to all players.

The Zeny tax system is designed not only to maintain fairness but also to support sustainable long-term development, preventing harmful practices such as inflation or monopolies, which could hinder the overall player experience.

### **Taxation Policy** <a href="#taxation-policy" id="taxation-policy"></a>

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A **10% Zeny tax** is applied to the following types of **P2P transactions**:
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**🔄 Trade Transactions**
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> When players engage in **direct trade**, the total value of the items exchanged is subject to a 10% Zeny tax.

> This tax helps maintain fairness by preventing inflation and ensuring that the value of items remains consistent within the economy. By applying a tax, the system discourages excessive pricing fluctuations and market manipulation.

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**✉️ Mail Transactions**
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Transactions conducted through the in-game mail system will also incur a 10% Zeny tax.
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> This policy is intended to encourage players to engage in **face-to-face trades** or utilize **more secure and transparent** methods of exchange. It ensures that transactions are verified and that players can experience direct interactions, fostering a more connected community.

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**🛒 Vending Transactions**
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**Vending shops** are an essential part of the economy, allowing players to sell items to others.
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> A 10% Zeny tax is levied on all sales made through vending shops, ensuring that **prices remain fair** and that no player can establish monopolistic control over the market. This taxation policy prevents inflated pricing and promotes a competitive market.

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**🛍️ Buying Store Transactions**
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> When players make purchases through **buying stores**, a 10% Zeny tax is added to the total amount spent.

> This policy maintains competitive pricing by ensuring that prices in buying stores remain in balance with the overall market. It encourages players to compare different stores and search for the best deals.

### **Benefits of the Taxation Policy** <a href="#benefits-of-the-taxation-policy" id="benefits-of-the-taxation-policy"></a>

> The **10% Zeny tax** offers several key benefits that contribute to the health and sustainability of the in-game economy:

> **💹 Economic Stability**: By regulating the flow of currency, the Zeny tax prevents the occurrence of **hyperinflation** or a devaluation of the in-game currency. It helps maintain a balance between supply and demand, ensuring that Zeny retains its value over time.

> **⚖️ Fair Trade**: The tax promotes **balanced exchanges** by discouraging market manipulation and encouraging players to engage in fair trade. The system ensures that no player can unfairly influence prices or create imbalances in the economy through unfair practices.

> **🔧 Sustainable Development**: The Zeny tax helps fund long-term **development goals** by providing the game with the resources needed to continually enhance the in-game economy and support future updates. The tax contributes to the game's overall sustainability, allowing it to evolve and improve in a balanced and fair way.


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