High representative

A High Representative is a person that can speak or make decisions on the behalf of his Civilization without needing to verify or to contact their government or population. Every member civilization of the Union is entitled to be represented by one or several individuals that occupy their Alcove at the Assembly. Each member can freely choose who they sent as a representative to their Alcove in the Assembly.

There are many different ways Representatives are chosen by the civilization (or Planet) they represent. Some are elected, some are appointed, others are there by the luck of the draw,  and so forth.

A member civilization might appoint more than one Representative. Since the Assembly is in session around the clock and all through the year (except during Union Week) some members chose to have their alcove occupied at all times and their representatives take shifts.

In General Representatives are honored and respected by the general population and their Office carries a certain cloud. Being the Representative of a Civilization or Planet is seen as an important and prestigious posting. The lead or chief representative of a Civilization can receive the title “High Representative” and many member civilizations have one.