Tribe Ring

The Tribe Ring is the oligarchical body ruling over Equestria. Ring members are selected by the ring, but citizens may petition to have a member replaced.

Ring Structure
The ring is composed of the most capable of Equestrians. Eight ponies sit on the ring, three of which represent each race. These positions are Magister, Master Trader, Commander, Judge, Ring Chief, Master Farmer, Master Negotiator, and  Master Interna.

Ring Conflict
Several positions on the Ring are known to butt heads in most circumstances. Such conflicts include Ring Chief/Commander, Commander/Judge, Commander/Magister, Commander/Master Negotiator, Judge/Master Interna, Magister/Master Trader, Master Farmer/Master Trader, and Master Negotiator/Master Trader. These conflicts are either brought about by personal disputes or inherent to the titles. Since only two titles have had more than one representative, it's hard to say which is which.

Ring Chief
The Ring Chief is tasked with overseeing all ring affairs and has the Supreme Vote in all matters. In practice, this means that her vote is worth three votes during ring deliberations. She also decides how matters are catagorized, and therefore, who gets the Supreme Vote. The current Ring Chief is Clover the Clever.

Commander
The Commander is in charge of all things military. She has the Master Vote (worth two votes) in all matters relating to the militia, military technology, and some foriegn affairs. The current Commander is Endless Hurricane.

Judge
The Judge oversees the judicial aspect of Equestria. She has the Master Vote in all matters relating to law, exiles, and executions. The current Judge is Stalwart Mind. There has been one previous Judge: Morphic Tale (murdered by unknown assailants).

Magister
The Magister is responsible for all matters arcane. She has the Master Vote in all matters relating to magical items and monsters (such as dragons). The current Magister is Regal Silver. There has been one previous magister: Eloquent Form (killed while on an expedition).

Master Farmer
The Master Farmer oversees agricultural matters. She has the Master Vote in all things agricultural. The current Master Farmer is Smart Cookie.

Master Interna
The Master Interna is head of cultural affairs. She has the Master Vote in anything relating to holidays, celebrations, title holding, and customs. The current Master Interna is Rosy Tint.

Master Negotiator
The Master Negotiator is responsible for foreign affairs. She has the Master Vote in all things relating to foreign policy and some trade. The current Master Negotiator is Pale Seer.

Master Trader
The Master Trader decides what trades are viable and balances the Equestrian economy. She has the Master Vote in foreign trade, internal trade, and economics. The current Master Negotiator is Tipped Scales.

Racial Titles
Three ponies on the ring represent each race. They are as follows.

Racial Hallmark of the Earth Ponies: Smart Cookie

Racial Hallmark of the Pegasi: Endless Hurricane

Racial Hallmark of the Unicorn: Clover the Clever