Appendix J — Ceremonial Honours
inserted 2003
J.1 Entitlement
A deceased visiting alien fish is (fictionally) entitled to a ceremonial military salute and a wreathed palanquin.
J.2 The salute
The honour guard shall salute for the duration of one bubble, measured from formation to surface.
J.3 The palanquin
The palanquin shall be wreathed in plastic plants approved under the Plastic Plant Recycling guidelines, arranged so that the most flattering side faces the mourners.
J.4 Order of precedence
| Order | Participant |
|---|---|
| 1 | The fish |
| 2 | The palanquin |
| 3 | The honour guard |
| 4 | The snail, if it insists |
J.5 Musical accompaniment
The provisions of this sub-entry have been relocated to Sub-Appendix J-2 (Ceremonial Music, Provisional).
J.6 Disclaimer
Parody satire — no salute, palanquin or ceremony is provided.
Parody satire — this appendix is fictional and is not advice, except where marked "not satire".
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