A conceptual representation of network states as a radical form of decentralization, contrasting with traditional nation-states. The image depicts a futuristic city that embodies the idea of a network state, with structures and connections that extend both locally and globally. The city is interconnected with digital and physical lines, symbolizing the seamless integration of networks operating at various levels. Above the city, digital screens and holograms display interfaces connecting to global systems, like an abstract version of the United Nations, representing the new model of governance. The atmosphere is vibrant and technologically advanced, capturing the dynamic essence of network states.