Final Fantasy 14: The Syndicate Of Ul'dah, Explained

"In Final Fantasy 14, one of the starter city-states, Ul'dah, is overseen by a sultana and a group called the Syndicate. Those in the Syndicate are known as the true leaders of Ul'dah, having most power over decisions made for the desert city. Originally, though, the Syndicate was created just to give advice to the sultan or sultana. However, as Ul'dah became a city tightly bound to its merchants, the Syndicate's influence grew." - click image for article