it does, but it is not the permanent slot, that's a problem. If the slot is worth a million you are GUARANTEED to keep it for 1 year only. That's where it becomes a little bit unsustainable. Franchising is sustainable for orgs like MIBR, yes they will probably get kicked in 2027, but throughout those 4 years they will remain there. IF you buy a slot there is a risk that A) your org goes into the ascension tournament (where it comes down to just one grand final, it is not a league) B) your org gets dropped completely into the regional leagues.