The Terran Confederacy is a fictional political entity in the science fiction universe of the video game series StarCraft. It represents a coalition of human colonies on the planet Earth and other worlds, formed to provide governance and military protection against external threats, such as the Zerg and Protoss races. Established in the 25th century, the Confederacy is characterized by its democratic principles and a focus on human expansion into space. However, it faces internal challenges, including corruption and political strife, which complicate its efforts to maintain order and unity among its diverse member worlds.