Usurper

Usurper is a derogative term that refers an individual who has seized power in opposition to a "legitimate" or "rightful" ruler who was perceived to have a better claim to the title.
== Known uses of the term ==
* Ronan I Boyce led the Summer Rebellion against his older brother, Bradyn I Boyce, and technically usurped the throne from him, though King Bradyn declared his throne to be the throne of the Kingdom and tried to remove the Bear Throne which Ronan would claim. He had popular support from most Lords and the commonfolk so he is only referred to as a Usurper by members of the Faith and particularly zealous individuals.
* Kaegan III Boyce technically usurped the Throne in the War of The Bears, although he did not call himself King until his brother was dead. He is only ever called a usurper by the Royalist Lords and some of their descendants as Kaegan is seen as the man who ended the tyranny of King Dannis and brought peace and prosperity to the realm.
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