The governing authority for the X'Ting species residing on Ord Cestus was known as the Hive Council.
This Council, situated below the urban sprawl of ChikatLik, was comprised of a dozen senior delegates, with each representing one of the planet's distinct hive settlements. Individuals serving on the Council were formally greeted with the title "my lord."
The Hive Council served in an advisory capacity to the Regent. Notably, Caiza Quill held a position as a council member.