On the grassland, there is an organization that may not be well-known, but is very important, called the Joint Elder Council.
It is composed of the most esteemed individuals from various tribes, forming the council to assist in governance.
This is similar to but different from the situation in Jingguo.
Relatively speaking, the Joint Elder Council is a sharer of monarchical power. In the earliest times, it stood alongside the Heavenly Shepherd under divine authority. As time passed, their power gradually declined.
Its current function is more similar to the Political Affairs Hall of Qi Country, but it only holds the power of discussion in the court. The actual authority still depends on the strength of the tribe being represented.
However, it cannot be said that the Joint Elder Council has become a complete facade.
