Special Report: Suu Kyi's perilous pivot from icon to party boss | Reuters: In August she was named chair of a 15-member parliamentary committee on "rule of law and tranquility," which could further amplify her influence.
Her star power has limits, however. Reforming the constitution to dial back the military's influence remains an NLD priority. That requires three-quarters support in parliament, including from some military delegates - a daunting task even for Suu Kyi.
"She is very persuasive," said Ohn Kyaing, NLD party spokesman and member of parliament. But "without the military's help, we can't change our constitution. We have no chance."