The empire contains several notable clans within its borders, with the four greatest families known as the . Members of the Teizoku are well established as direct descendants of the Ōtsutsuki Clan and are the only individuals qualified to sit upon the imperial throne. Those of imperial descent hold the highest ranking outside of the emperor themselves. The empire also is populated by members of lower ranking families known as the . While those belonging to the Juzoku still hold a status far above mere commoners, they do not possess the same authority as the Imperial Clans. Clans of this station may serve as vassals of a higher ranking family, or operate somewhat independently within the empire. All known clans are in control of a notable amount of territory, with the Teizoku possessing the