The Inner Worlds League
The Inner Worlds League is a loose coalition of a dozen core and Province worlds that have banded together to increase their political influence. The League includes some of the more populous and influential worlds that have not been absorbed into one of the giant Elector Provinces. The League is properly described as a confederation of limited powers, mainly relegated to representation at the Celestial Court, although trade between League worlds is largely unrestricted and untaxed. The League meets annually in person on the home world of the current Premier (leader) who plays host to representatives from the other worlds in the League. This annual meeting is scheduled right before the ceremonial Opening of the Celestial Court; indeed, most League representatives leave the meeting to travel directly to Hesperides and the Court.
At present, the League is administered by Countess Genevieve Monsula, the ruler of Marantha, although her position as leader of the League is an elected post rather than inherited. While she could always be voted out in the next election, the reality is Countess Monsula is very popular and likely to remain in power.
The Inner Worlds League tends to be more liberal and progressive politically, and is typically does not bother with military expansionist maneuvers. While they look to expand their membership, they prefer to persuade than conquer. Presently, they have been entreating Iorus to drop their allegiance to the Chezun Protectorate and join the League. They have also taken an "unofficial" position on the Tyrvash conflict, coming down decidedly on the side of the displaced Gruemor. While this has rankled some mega-corporations, and Kirska Corp. in particular, so long as its just talk, the grumbling stays to a minimum.
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