I'Suther

A title among the Athar of A'a'suni, held by the overall planetary leader.

I'Suther loosely translates as "Father" or "Leader". The former is slightly misleading, as the modern I'Suther is equally likely to be male or female. The rank of I'Suther is a lifetime position; a new Leader being elected only when the old is incapable of further decision making.

A'a'suni is actually governed by a bureaucracy divided into a number of Councils, all concerned with different aspects of life. Some of the most important include the Council of the Environment, the Council of Provision, and the Council of Defence. Usually a single extended family forms the core of a Council, and the leader of the family is its head. All Councils have a number of watchdog committees within them, whose membership is drawn from other families and Councils. The I'Suther has the final say in any decision made by the Councils, although such a step is rarely taken.

The I'Suther is a charismatic figure, respected by the Councils and by the populace at large.

References & Contributors (Sources)

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