The Chancellor is the face of the Technocratic Union, invested with immense executive and legislative authority. The office of Chancellor is responsible for all domestic and foreign policy for the Techno-Union, and with the power to issue decrees can make legislative changes at will. He/She serves as the commander-in-chief of the United Eridanian Armed Forces, and has personal control over the Swords of Light and the Shadowguard. Although originally serving a ten-year term, the position was turned into a lifetime appointment by decree in 2050, and while not mandated by law the Chancellorship is essentially reserved for members of the Directorate.