What is protocol?

"A code of correct conduct: safety protocols; academic protocol."
(Definition 1b from The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition)

Sir Sabastions' protocol for His slave (and those who desire to be His slave):

1. Obedience

   • Protect the property
     Maintains the ability to be of-service.
     Protect the slave physically, mentally, spiritually & emotionally (mind / body / spirit / emotions).

   • Reliability
     Builds trust.
     Following directives combines many positive attributes, including faithful obedience, respect, dedication, and trust.
     My orders are not questioned. (Clarification may be requested if appropriate.)

   • Honesty
     At all times. This will maximize our understanding of each other. Avoid passive-aggressive behavoir at all costs as it combines at least two very unattractive traits: dishonesty and unwillingness to communicate directly.

   • Punctuality
     Naturally this applies to any commitment, but also to prompt returning of phone calls and e-mail. I HATE when a slave or anyone is late.

   • Dedication
     I am seeking someone who wants a realationship as a slave, not my BF or Lover. It takes dedication and commitment.

   • Trustworthiness
     

2. Respect

   This will come naturally.

3. Communicative

   • Timely

     Anyone in service to Me prepares a weekly report, keeping Me informed of anything he feels I should know, and has it to Me by 7:30a.m. Monday morning either hand delivered if you live in or via E-Mail if your part-timer.

     State "the assumed" to help avoid misunderstandings. Keep Me updated on the status of things that have been assigned to you. Speak what's on your mind at an appropriate time (which often is the soonest possible time). Quick feedback tends to lessen problems.

   • Orders

     Every order issued is cheerfully acknowledged with "Sir, yes, Sir! Thank You, Sir!" once understood. ("Sir, beg Your pardon Sir" is the appropriate response when a slave didn't hear or clearly understand an order. My slave says "Sir, yes Sir! Thank You Sir!" only when it fully understood the explanation or order and when it feels the appreciation for having it given it.)

   • Apologies

     "Sir, beg Your pardon, Sir" is how a slave expresses regret for an accidental mishap. My slave never says "Sorry" nor "Excuse me," as these forms imply that the slave acted of his own will.

   • Written communications

     My slave follows strict protocal in written communications with Me. Apologies, above.)

     Address Me as "Sir" . If you become My slave, you may also address Me as "Master, Sir".

     In written communications, My slave

     • opens the communication with "Sir",or"Master, Sir" in the first sentence
     • capitalizes the first letter in any reference to Me (eg: "You, Your" etc.)
     • lowercases any reference to himself (eg: "i")
     • does not mix upper/lowercase in references to both of us (eg: use "us" not "Uus" nor "U/us")
     • ends each statement to Me with "Sir" (multiple statements or questions together may use only a single "Sir" between them)
     • closes with a lowercase name in the last sentence

   • Oral communications

     My slave also follows strict protocol in oral communications with Me. Orders and Apologies , above.)

     Address Me as "Sir". If you become My slave, you may also address Me as "Master, Sir".

     In oral communications, My slave

     • opens the communication with "Sir", or"Master, Sir" in the first sentence
     • ends each statement to Me with "Sir" (multiple statements or questions together may use only a single "Sir" between them)

   • Physical communications

     I like the protocol described in "PRESENTING / CONTINUING (Entering and Leaving a Master's Presence and Control)" as explained in an earlier blog here on my page. Follow it with one exception: I prefer eye contact with My slave. (I also realize reading this physical protocol without seeing it in action can be confusing. The short version is take time to acknowledge your Master and feel your slavery, both when entering and leaving His presence for any significant amount of time.)

   • Enthusiastic
     Fun time is good time for all involved. A lot of hard work goes into being a good Master, just as a lot of hard work goes into being a good slave. When you notice I've been working on something for you, speak up and tell Me you appreciate it.

   • Passionate
     I've had submissives who were excellent in many respects, but when it came to playtime they were quiet as mice. There's nothing wrong with that. It just is not the type of person I enjoy playing with. When the moment takes you, release that energy and make a glorious sound!

4. Disciplined

   Physically, keep your body fit for My use.
   Mentally, re-read the Respect and Reliability sections. Also, develop an ongoing meditation practice to help calm and soothe the mind. Hypnosis WILL also be used.

   • Substance-free
     Nothing comes between us.

   • Self-supporting
     I am your Master, not your sugar daddy. (reread that if you need to)

   • Clean
     In yourself and our home.

5. Loving

   It is My hope that My property spreads love and joy to the rest of humanity as it travels along its path. Therefore, My standing orders are to strive to be mindfully present with a loving heart.

Rules of the household:

My life-long partnership with My lover is primary
I am committed to a life-long partnership with My lover . That relationship is primary.

• Anything you can do to support My relationship with Him will support the longevity of our Master/slave relationship.
• Gently and consistently nurture a relationship with Him . A partner who has a relationship with a potential slave is more likely to want that slave around.
• Strive to do things He would appreciate. A partner who appreciates a potential slave will more likely want that slave around.

Stay out of

• Anything personal, and I won't tell you twice.

Duties for the household (when here) / household schedule

• Daily / as necessary
  • Help with tasks (cooking, grocery shopping, laundry, etc.)? This lightens My day, and that of My partner.
  • In the evening, set the coffee pot for the next day. The java gods help Me get going in the morning, which helps Me be of maximum service.
• Periodically / as necessary
  • Shine My boots.
  • Condition My leathers.
  • Wash / polish / shine My vehicles.