The Theory of the State: The Ruler's Physiognomy (2)

The succession of power is something that requires order.

Hence, Clovis I of the Franks codified customary law into the Lex Salica, prioritizing inheritance by male heirs through the paternal line.

Despite the existence of various forms, from absolute primogeniture to male-preference primogeniture, the basic reference used by writers in the West on Earth was ultimately the inheritance of power by a son or daughter.

Even if the continent serving as the setting differed, an author's stance was bound to be similar.

In the East as well, the clan system established the principles of adoption into the line, seniority, and selection of the worthy, maintaining a succession system centered on the eldest son wherever possible.

Of course, there were ways to circumvent it.

And.

The early Joseon period had some truly diverse cases of evasion.

Taejo's legitimate eldest son, Grand Prince Jinan Yi Bang-u, loved alcohol so much that he fell ill from drinking, languished away, and quickly escaped the succession race. That was merely one example.

As for King Jeongjong, who became the second king after him...