While it has been ruled by a Tsuchikage for most of its existence, ever since the disposal of Mirashī, a village head stands at the top of the village, chosen by the people. With the former's actions throwing the country into an economic crisis and the other Shinobi countries turning their backs because of them, the Daimyō saw no other choice but to rely on their long-standing treaty with Magoseong, the capital of their northern neighbor Yulryeo.