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# COPYRIGHT NOTICE
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# COPYRIGHT NOTICE
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## JIKKO Games Multiverse Intellectual Property
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### PRIMARY COPYRIGHT HOLDERS
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**John Dupuie** - Creator and Primary Rights Holder
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**Nathan Dupuie** - Co-Creator and Development Partner
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All rights reserved under applicable copyright law.
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### INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY SCOPE
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This copyright notice covers all creative works, concepts, and intellectual property related to the JIKKO Games Multiverse, including but not limited to:
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#### CORE FRANCHISE ELEMENTS
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- **Time Guardian Multiverse Concept** - Overarching narrative framework connecting all worlds and characters
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- **Nexus Eternal Portal Hub** - Central dimensional nexus and tournament infrastructure
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- **Time Guardian Entities** - Cosmic beings managing multiverse recruitment and entertainment
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- **Tournament System** - Competitive framework justifying cross-reality character interactions
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#### WORLD BUILDING & ENVIRONMENTS
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- **Complete World Codexes** - All 22+ constructed worlds with full cultural, geographical, and political frameworks
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- **Pyrion (Ashland Crucible)** - Volcanic world with Fire God imprisonment mythology
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- **Resonance (Memorial World)** - Recognition-based world honoring musical memory and attention
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- **Solaris Burn (Flare-Scarred World)** - Post-solar flare world with three-faction system
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- **Mal (Crucible of Hate)** - Survival world where hatred drives evolution
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- **Sant (Celestial Consciousness)** - Mystical consciousness realm with divine aspects
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- **Ola (Harmony Confluence)** - Multi-species diversity integration world
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- **Moc (Desert of Scarcity)** - Resource competition between party cities and survival fortresses
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- **All Additional Worlds** - Complete roster as documented in world building archives
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#### CHARACTER DESIGNS & CONCEPTS
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- **Existing Character Roster** - All currently developed characters including Revier, Kalim, Visma, Larada, Kalt, Krasa, Yuu, Umoya, Okuta, Jockava, and others
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- **Ability Systems** - Complete passive/active/ultimate ability frameworks for all characters
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- **Character Backstories** - Origin stories, motivations, and world connections
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- **Future Character Concepts** - Reserved for continued development
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#### GAME MECHANICS & SYSTEMS
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- **MOBA/MOAB Framework** - Multiverse Online Arena Battle system design
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- **Cross-Reality Combat** - Mechanics allowing characters from different worlds to interact
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- **Faction Systems** - Political and cultural frameworks governing character interactions
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- **Environmental Mechanics** - World-specific gameplay elements and interactions
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#### LEGENDARY CRAFTING SYSTEMS
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- **Multi-World Enhancement Progressions** - Weapon and armor advancement across specialized worlds
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- **Cosmic Hierarchy Equipment** - Time Lord to mortal power scaling through weapon fragments
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- **Consciousness Evolution Items** - Equipment that gains multiple intelligence types through enhancement
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- **Reality-Manipulating Artifacts** - Divine-tier items with cosmic-level capabilities
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#### VISUAL & AESTHETIC ELEMENTS
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- **Art Direction** - Visual themes, color palettes, and aesthetic guidelines for each world
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- **Character Design Philosophy** - Visual identity systems distinguishing different worlds and factions
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- **Environmental Art Concepts** - Architectural, landscape, and atmospheric design elements
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- **User Interface Concepts** - Game interface designs reflecting multiverse themes
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### USAGE RIGHTS & RESTRICTIONS
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#### EXCLUSIVE RIGHTS RESERVED
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- **Commercial Development** - All rights to develop games, apps, or commercial products
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- **Publishing Rights** - All rights to publish, distribute, or monetize content
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- **Licensing Authority** - All rights to license content to third parties
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- **Derivative Works** - All rights to create sequels, expansions, or related content
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- **Merchandising Rights** - All rights to create physical or digital merchandise
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- **Media Adaptation** - All rights to adapt content for film, television, books, or other media
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#### USAGE RESTRICTIONS
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- **No Unauthorized Use** - Content may not be used commercially without explicit written permission
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- **No Redistribution** - Content may not be shared, copied, or distributed without authorization
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- **No Derivative Creation** - Third parties may not create derivative works based on this intellectual property
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- **No Trademark Infringement** - Names, concepts, and terminology are proprietary and protected
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### PROTECTION NOTICE
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This intellectual property is protected under:
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- **United States Copyright Law**
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- **International Copyright Treaties**
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- **Trademark Protection** (for names, logos, and distinctive terminology)
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#### ENFORCEMENT
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The copyright holders reserve all rights to pursue legal action against unauthorized use, including but not limited to:
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- Cease and desist orders
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- Monetary damages
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- Injunctive relief
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- Attorney's fees and court costs
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### CONTACT INFORMATION
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For licensing inquiries, collaboration proposals, or permission requests:
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**Primary Contact:** John Dupuie
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**Development Contact:** Nathan Dupuie
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All communication regarding intellectual property rights should be directed through official channels and include specific details about intended use, scope, and commercial applications.
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### EFFECTIVE DATE
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This copyright notice is effective as of **September 9, 2025** and applies retroactively to all previously created content within the JIKKO Games Multiverse intellectual property framework.
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#### UPDATES & REVISIONS
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This copyright notice may be updated to reflect new content or changes in legal requirements. All updates will maintain protection for existing content while extending coverage to new creative works.
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**© 2025 John Dupuie and Nathan Dupuie**
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**All Rights Reserved**
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*This notice serves as formal declaration of intellectual property ownership and protection under applicable copyright law. Unauthorized use is prohibited and subject to legal action.* |