Copyright & Licensing

Copyright Notice

Copyright © 2025 Chris Baker. All Rights Reserved.

Content Ownership

Written Content

All written works including but not limited to:

• Stories, novellas, short fiction, and narratives
• Character profiles and biographies
• World-building content (locations, technology, history)
• All original prose and creative writing

© 2025 Chris Baker. All Rights Reserved.

These works are protected by international copyright law and the Berne Convention for the Protection of Literary and Artistic Works. Under these treaties, copyright protection is automatic and extends across nearly all jurisdictions worldwide from the moment of creation. No part of these works may be reproduced, distributed, performed, publicly displayed, or made into derivative works without the prior written permission of Chris Baker.

Visual Content

All original artwork, images, and graphics including:

• Character portraits and illustrations
• Location concept art
• Custom icons and graphics
• Site logo and branding

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Website Code & Design

The source code, design, and implementation of this website:

• HTML/CSS/JavaScript code
• Site design and layout
• Custom styling and animations
• Configuration and build scripts

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Third-Party Content

Dependencies & Frameworks

This website uses the following open-source software:

• Eleventy (11ty) - MIT License
• Node.js packages - Various licenses (see package.json)

These dependencies retain their original licenses. See individual LICENSE files in node_modules/ for details.

Fonts

• System fonts used (SFMono-Regular, Consolas, Liberation Mono, Menlo, Monaco)
• No external font licenses required

Permitted Uses

Personal Use

You may:

• Read and enjoy the content on this website
• Share links to this website
• Bookmark and reference this website

Prohibited Without Permission

You may NOT without written permission:

• Copy, reproduce, or republish the written content
• Create derivative works based on the stories or characters
• Use the artwork or images for any purpose
• Scrape, download, or archive the content
• Use the website code for commercial purposes
• Create unauthorized translations or adaptations

Requesting Permission

For licensing inquiries, permissions, or collaboration proposals:

1. Contact via website: Use the contact form at noctelvirei.github.io/contact
2. Include in your request:
   • Your name and contact information
   • Specific content you wish to use
   • Intended use (commercial/non-commercial)
   • Distribution method and audience
   • Timeline for use

Fair Use Notice

Limited excerpts may be used for purposes of:

• Legitimate news reporting
• Academic criticism or commentary
• Educational purposes

Such use must include:

• Proper attribution to Chris Baker
• Link to the original source
• Clear indication that content is copyright protected
• Compliance with applicable fair use/fair dealing laws

When in doubt, request permission.

DMCA & Copyright Infringement

If you believe your copyrighted work has been used inappropriately on this site, or if you discover this content being used without permission elsewhere, please contact via the website contact form.

Attribution Template

When permitted to quote or reference this work, use:

From [Story/Entry Title] by Chris Baker
Available at: https://noctelvirei.github.io
© 2025 Chris Baker. Used with permission.

Updates to Copyright Notice

This copyright notice may be updated periodically. The date at the bottom indicates the last revision.

Last Updated: January 2025

Chris Baker (Noctel Virei) Science Fiction Author Reading, UK

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