YAK is the official state security service of the Sinope Republic. It has been described as one of the most effective and repressive intelligence and secret police agencies in the world. YAK is headquartered in the Doge Palace and answers directly to the Doge. Its agents are worldwide known to wear the traditional YAK costume which has been the same since the creation of the Ministry in 765. The costume consists of an ankle length overcoat and a bird-like beak mask often filled with sweet or strong smelling substances (commonly lavender), along with gloves, boots, a brim hat and an outer over-clothing garment. YAK has been created since the first epidemic of plagues in Sinope and to solve state crimes. The main function of the YAK is to protect the state security of the Sinope Republic.
Two YAK agents, wearing the traditional sword
Little is known of the operations of YAK agents, however, it is common to see some agents leave the Doge Palace with a cortege of local police to put aside the tourists in the Poseidon Square so they can take a boat to the mainland. YAK is one of the oldest police organization in Adonia and has been portrayed in many works of fiction.