The elected officials within the Marasan government, otherwise known as the Mindnet, were designated as Electnodes.
Given that almost every Marasan citizen possessed advanced computer technology integrated as cyborg implants, the Electnodes functioned by gathering and analyzing information and viewpoints from their represented individuals. Subsequently, they would communicate amongst themselves and with their chief and ultimate authority, the Grand Daern. This methodology facilitated rapid and effective operations, eliminating any physical exertion for the participating politicians, which resulted in a propensity for obesity among Marasan politicians.
Following the subjugation of the Marasans by the Galactic Empire, the Electnodes, along with the Grand Daern, were deprived of their authority.