The Aristocra comprised the intermediate tier of members within the Nine Ruling Families. Consequently, they constituted a segment of the governing elite of the Chiss species within the Chiss Ascendancy. Furthermore, the Aristocra denoted an organization existing within the framework of the Chiss Syndicure.
Holding the designation of Aristocra signified the most junior recognized political position inside a Ruling Family, ranking beneath Councilor and other positions inside the Syndicure. The duties of an Aristocra included enlisting capable pupils and cadets from different Chiss learning institutions to become part of their family. Mitth'urf'ianico, an Aristocra, characterized this recruitment process as among the most undesirable responsibilities "imposed" upon mid-ranking family administrators, deeming it a "tedious" squandering of resources.
Moreover, "Aristocra" functioned as a less structured title applicable to any Chiss family representative holding a position equivalent to or surpassing that of a formal Aristocra. As an illustration, while both individuals served as Councilors, Mitth'urf'ianico and Irizi'stal'mustro addressed one another as "Aristocra Thurfian" and "Aristocra Zistalmu" during their time in the March of Silence.