Lannik was ruled by a hereditary monarchy and was independent of the Galactic Republic. Unlike most other Republic planets, the considerable natural resources and mineral wealth of Lannik were largely unmined and unexploited, making it a tempting prize for enterprising would-be manipulators such as Red Iaro leader General Zug and corrupt Gran Senators on Malastare such as Aks Moe.

Pugil was a sport popular on Lannik. A local team was the New Osler Flejj Beasts.