The Great Joke Tax
In a kingdom far away, where laughter once flowed freely, a peculiar tale unfolded about a king who taxed jokes and jests.
How the Tax System Works
Clerks modeled payments after bridge tolls: a flat fee for every public quip and a higher fee for scripted performances.
Royal Decree!
Remember, all jokes must be registered at the Royal Jest Office before telling them.
The People's Rebellion
The people of the kingdom started to tell jokes and puns again, and soon the entire kingdom was in on the joke.
| King's Treasury | People's happiness |
|---|---|
| Empty | Overflowing |
| Modest | Satisfied |
The King's Plan
The king came up with a brilliant plan : he would tax the jokes in the kingdom.
“Everyone enjoys a good joke, so it's only fair that they should pay for the privilege.”