Editing Morkai (section)

=The Morkai Atamans=
Only with the mightiest generals among them could the Morkai defend their nascent empire from the Imperium, and only the mightiest generals are fit to lead them. At the head of Morkai society is their esteemed leader, the First Terek of the Morkai, who rules by virtue of luck and skill. Chosen by lottery from the commanding Atamans of the Morkai hosts, the First Terek commands the entirety of the Morkai Republic, counseled by those who once were First Tereks like them, now ministers and fellow Tereks. From head to toe the state exists for war, and its infrastructure is built around the assumption of military action. This is not without good reason, for the Morkai are beset by beasts of Terra, and so must be ever vigilant in their defense.

Similarly, all higher positions are filled by decorated veterans. City wardens and industrial leaders alike are Atamans who led hosts and earned their lives. The only exception are the Atamans of the warp relays, masters of advanced space stations who did not earn their titles in battle but study. Already experts in organization and distribution like proper military leaders, the Atamans of warp relays have won their titles with sheer genius.