Allow Emperor gifts during Basic Ix phase openings

docs/RULE_DECISIONS.md

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 # Rule decision index
 
+## Basic Emperor gift during Ix phase openings — 29 October 2026
+
+The publisher FAQ permits immediate direct gifts to an ally. Allowing a gift
+inside an Amal opening is a provisional Basic online timing interpretation;
+the original pass history resumes after allowance or cancellation.
+[Scope](EMPEROR_ALLIANCE_TIMING.md#basic-emperor-gift-during-ix-phase-openings--29-october-2026).
+
 ## Emperor gift during Moritani Extortion — 29 October 2026
 
 The publisher FAQ permits direct allied spice gifts for any reason; the