Pirate Code

The Pirate Code refers to a set of informal rules and agreements that pirates historically followed to ensure order and fairness within their crews. These codes outlined how loot was shared, leadership was determined, and disputes were resolved, promoting trust and cooperation among pirates operating outside conventional society. While not standardized across all groups, these codes helped maintain discipline and balance of power, emphasizing principles like equality among crew members and collective decision-making. Today, the term is often used metaphorically to describe any set of agreed-upon guidelines or principles that govern behavior within a group or organization.