Smuggler's Confederation
this loose alliance was formed in the Cularin System, shortly before the Battle of Naboo. They were the chief rivals to the power of Riboga the Hutt, having organized themselves into a loose guild in order to gain a measure of respect and power in the system. Over time, Riboga made a deal with the Confederation which brought the organization into Riboga's operations. The day-to-day operations of the Confederacy were unchanged, and many smugglers actually welcomed the leadership Riboga brought to the group.