Effective Date: November 13, 2026 · Last Updated: November 13, 2026
Creator: Dennis Anthony Lee
Rights Holder: Dennis Anthony Lee and/or the applicable authorized rights-holding entity, as determined by ownership and licensing records
Website: TheRepublicReborn.com · Copyright Contact: info@therepublicreborn.com
1. Our Creative Legacy
One Flame. Three Books. A Republic Worth Remembering.
The Republic Reborn Trilogy is an original literary and multimedia project created by Dennis Anthony Lee.
At its center is the fictional Elias Cromwell universe, an expanding body of storytelling, original characters, manuscripts, illustrations, historical fiction, literary commentary, and creative productions.
The project includes original works developed for print publishing, digital distribution, online storytelling, collector's editions, and multimedia experiences.
We value creative expression, lawful scholarship, historical inquiry, and the intellectual property rights of authors, artists, publishers, and other creators.
This policy describes the intellectual property associated with The Republic Reborn Trilogy and the conditions under which protected materials may be accessed, shared, licensed, or otherwise used.
2. Original Literary Works
The Republic Reborn Trilogy brings together three literary works associated with Dennis Anthony Lee:
Book I — The Flame: The Calling of Elias Cromwell
A historical-fiction narrative introducing Elias Cromwell and exploring personal conviction, sacrifice, and the origins of his calling.
Book II — Common Resolve: A Republic Reborn
A literary and philosophical examination of liberty, republican government, civic responsibility, and constitutional principles.
Book III — The Legal Cartel Dossier
A research-oriented work examining legal institutions, jurisdiction, due process, and questions of institutional accountability.
Original copyrightable expression contained in these publications, including qualifying written text, illustrations, and other creative contributions, is protected under applicable copyright law.
Ownership of particular editions, artwork, photographs, commissioned contributions, and other components depends on the applicable authorship, employment, assignment, and licensing arrangements.
Buying a physical or digital copy does not transfer copyright ownership in the underlying work.
3. The Elias Cromwell Fictional Universe
The Elias Cromwell universe is a fictional literary world developed by Dennis Anthony Lee.
It includes original narrative expression associated with characters such as:
- Elias Cromwell
- Michelias Cromwell
- Emily Cromwell
- Analeah Cromwell
- James Cromwell
- Eli James Cromwell
- Rachel Cromwell
- Naomi Cromwell
- Gideon Cromwell
- Other original characters developed within the series
Protectable elements may include sufficiently original character descriptions, visual depictions, dialogue, fictional relationships, scenes, plot developments, and other expressions embodied in particular works.
Copyright does not grant exclusive ownership over a character's name alone, a general character concept, historical themes, or ideas.
The project reserves whatever enforceable rights its creators or rights holders possess in the original expression of these characters and their stories.
4. The Cromwell Archives
The Cromwell Archives may contain original fictional letters, journals, illustrated manuscripts, family chronicles, narrated documents, timelines, interactive storytelling, and related creative materials.
These materials may include:
- Fictional correspondence attributed to Elias Cromwell
- Original journals of Michelias Cromwell
- Cromwell family narratives
- Fictional historical records
- Original character correspondence
- Narrative timelines and interactive experiences
- Audio dramatizations and visual productions
Copyright protection applies to eligible original expression embodied in these materials.
The archives may also incorporate genuine historical facts, public-domain documents, quotations, and licensed third-party materials. Such content remains subject to its own legal status.
Fictional documents and dramatizations are not presented as authenticated historical records unless expressly identified and supported as such.
5. Original Illustrations and Character Artwork
Original artwork associated with Republic Reborn may include:
- Character portraits
- Book-cover illustrations
- Fictional family portraits
- Historical-fiction scenes
- Maps incorporating original expressive elements
- Promotional illustrations
- Storyboards
- Cinematic artwork
- Original graphic compositions
Copyright protection extends to qualifying human-authored expression to the extent provided by law.
Some creative assets may incorporate commissioned artwork, licensed stock materials, public-domain content, or AI-assisted elements. Their ownership and copyright status depend on how they were created and the applicable contractual and legal rules.
No ownership is claimed over third-party works beyond the rights actually acquired.
6. Collector's Edition Artwork and Packaging
The Republic Reborn Trilogy may offer special collector's editions, including distinctive book cases, slipcases, printed inserts, certificates, illustrated cards, and branded presentation materials.
The associated original creative assets may include:
- Custom illustrations and graphic artwork
- Golden flame emblem designs
- Original box and slipcase artwork
- Collector's certificate illustrations
- Founder and Keeper of the Flame presentation materials
- Custom typography compositions where protectable
- Product photography
- Promotional artwork
- Distinctive source-identifying packaging elements
Copyright, trademark, and trade dress protections may apply to qualifying elements under applicable law.
No claim is made that ordinary box dimensions, common packaging features, familiar symbols, or standard design ideas are automatically protected by copyright.
Unauthorized commercial copying of protected artwork or use of confusingly similar source-identifying branding may infringe applicable rights.
7. Brand Names, Logos, and Trademarks
The following names and design elements are associated with the project's publishing and storytelling identity:
- The Republic Reborn Trilogy
- The Elias Cromwell Universe
- Elias Cromwell
- Keeper of the Flame
- The Cromwell Archives
- The Republic Reborn Golden Flame Emblem
These names and symbols may function as titles, character identifiers, community designations, or branding, depending on their actual use.
Trademark rights, if any, arise under applicable law and depend on matters such as distinctive use, commercial context, priority, and ownership.
Use of these names on this website does not by itself establish a federal trademark registration.
The names and visual identity may not be used in a manner that falsely suggests official sponsorship, approval, endorsement, or affiliation.
We reserve the right to pursue and enforce applicable trademark and unfair-competition protections.
8. Permitted Reader and Educational Uses
We welcome lawful engagement with Republic Reborn publications and the Elias Cromwell universe.
Depending on the circumstances and applicable law, permitted activities may include:
- Writing independent book reviews
- Quoting limited portions for commentary or criticism
- Discussing the fictional characters and themes
- Sharing links to official website pages
- Conducting historical or literary research
- Participating in educational discussions
- Creating commentary or analysis regarding the books
- Sharing authorized promotional materials according to their stated conditions
Readers should provide appropriate attribution where relevant.
Attribution alone does not necessarily authorize use of protected material, and lack of attribution does not by itself establish copyright infringement.
Nothing in this policy limits fair use, lawful resale, public-domain uses, or other rights provided by applicable law.
9. Unauthorized Commercial Exploitation
Unless authorized by the applicable rights holder or permitted by law, users may not commercially exploit protected Republic Reborn content through activities such as:
- Publishing unauthorized copies of original manuscripts
- Selling reproductions of protected artwork
- Producing unauthorized commercial adaptations of protected stories
- Distributing pirated digital editions
- Manufacturing counterfeit collector's editions
- Selling merchandise that infringes applicable copyright or trademark rights
- Using protected artwork to falsely advertise an official partnership
- Misrepresenting unofficial productions as authorized releases
This policy does not prohibit independent ideas, historical scholarship, lawful criticism, fair use, or other legally permitted activities.
10. Film, Television, Audio, and Multimedia Rights
The Republic Reborn project may explore adaptations and productions in formats including:
- Feature films and short films
- Animated productions
- Television and streaming series
- Audiobooks and audio dramas
- Podcasts
- Interactive storytelling
- Video games and digital experiences
- Stage productions
- Illustrated and graphic novels
Commercial adaptation rights in copyright-protected material must be obtained from the applicable rights holder, unless a legal exception applies.
Proposals for adaptations, collaborations, or licensing may be submitted through the official licensing contact identified below.
Submission of a proposal does not establish a partnership or grant permission to use protected intellectual property.
11. Licensing and Commercial Partnerships
We welcome inquiries concerning potential licensing arrangements, including:
- Translation and international publishing
- Audiobook production
- Film and television adaptation
- Licensed merchandise
- Museum or educational exhibitions
- Authorized illustrations and collectibles
- Interactive media projects
- Distribution partnerships
Any license must be agreed upon in writing by an authorized rights holder and should specify the material licensed, permitted uses, territory, duration, compensation, and other applicable terms.
No license is granted merely because an inquiry is submitted or discussions begin.
Licensing Contact: info@therepublicreborn.com
12. Fan Creations and Community Expression
We value the enthusiasm and creativity of readers who engage with the Elias Cromwell universe.
Readers may discuss characters, publish reviews, create commentary, and engage in other activities protected by law.
For additional fan projects, creators are encouraged to request permission where their intended use requires authorization, particularly for commercial products or substantial adaptations of protected material.
We may publish separate fan-content guidelines describing uses we voluntarily permit.
No provision of this policy is intended to eliminate lawful fair use or other statutory exceptions.
Unofficial projects should not misleadingly present themselves as authorized Republic Reborn productions.
13. Digital Reproduction and Automated Technologies
Our original literary and artistic materials may be distributed in physical or digital formats.
Except as permitted by law or authorized by the rights holder, users may not reproduce or distribute protected materials in ways that infringe copyright.
This includes unauthorized distribution through file-sharing services, digital marketplaces, or automated reproduction systems.
Automated collection, machine-learning processing, and AI-related use of website material remain subject to applicable copyright law, valid licenses, enforceable contractual terms, and statutory exceptions.
This notice does not assert that every form of automated analysis or AI training is necessarily unlawful.
14. Copyright Infringement Reports
Individuals who believe that content displayed on the website infringes their copyrights may submit a written complaint to:
Copyright Contact: info@therepublicreborn.com
A notice should contain sufficient information to identify:
- The copyrighted work allegedly infringed.
- The material claimed to be infringing.
- The location of the material on the website.
- Contact information for the complaining party.
- A statement of good-faith belief that the use is unauthorized.
- A statement that the information is accurate and that the complaining party is authorized to act.
- A physical or electronic signature.
Where the Digital Millennium Copyright Act applies, notices and counter-notices will be handled in accordance with applicable statutory requirements.
If the website operator elects to rely on the applicable DMCA safe-harbor provisions, the operator must establish the required procedures, publish its designated agent information, register its designated agent when required, and implement an appropriate repeat-infringer policy.
Submitting knowingly false infringement claims may have legal consequences.
15. Reporting Counterfeit or Misleading Merchandise
Readers, booksellers, distributors, and partners may report suspected counterfeit books, unauthorized reproductions, or misleading Republic Reborn merchandise.
Reports should identify the product, seller, website or marketplace location, and reason for concern.
A report does not itself establish infringement. The relevant facts and applicable rights must be evaluated before action is taken.
Report Contact: info@therepublicreborn.com
16. Third-Party and Public-Domain Materials
Republic Reborn publications may reference historical figures, founding-era documents, judicial decisions, constitutional provisions, and other materials originating outside the fictional universe.
We do not claim exclusive ownership over historical facts, public-domain works, government texts that are not copyrightable under applicable law, or the independently owned intellectual property of others.
Original commentary, editing, illustrations, and other qualifying creative contributions may nevertheless receive protection where applicable.
Third-party marks, photographs, and other protected materials remain the property of their respective rights holders.
17. Reservation of Rights
All enforceable rights in original Republic Reborn works and associated intellectual property are reserved by their respective rights holders, except where expressly licensed or otherwise provided by law.
No part of this policy expands copyright, trademark, or other intellectual property rights beyond those recognized under applicable law.
No transfer, assignment, or license of rights is implied by website access, purchase, or participation.
18. Policy Updates
This Copyright & Intellectual Property Policy may be revised as the literary universe expands, new works are released, or intellectual property ownership and licensing arrangements evolve.
Material revisions will be reflected by an updated revision date.
19. Legal and Licensing Contact
The Republic Reborn Trilogy — The Elias Cromwell Universe
Creator: Dennis Anthony Lee
Legal Operator: Common Resolve Trust
Copyright Owner or Authorized Rights Manager: Dennis Anthony Lee
Copyright and Licensing Email: info@therepublicreborn.com
Official Website: TheRepublicReborn.com
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A Legacy Worth Protecting
The Republic Reborn Trilogy is built upon the belief that stories can carry ideas across generations.
Its books, manuscripts, characters, and creative worlds are the result of an evolving literary vision.
We respect the rights of other creators and ask that our readers, collaborators, and commercial partners respect the lawful rights associated with these works.
The books tell the story. The characters carry the flame. The legacy continues.
Dennis Anthony Lee — Creator, The Republic Reborn Trilogy · The Elias Cromwell Universe
Truth. Resolve. Restoration.