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Heirs to the Throne: A Definitive Ranking of Succession's Best Theoretical Successors

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Succession is a sprawling masterpiece filled to the brim with deceitful motives, juicy characters, grim portrayals of humanity, biting humor, superb acting, great writing and grand scenery. It's long been clear that while the question of who ultimately succeeds Logan Roy is important, the true meat of the show is watching everyone embarrass themselves trying to scheme around each other or fail at impressing Papa Roy. Thanks to a phenomenal performance by Brian Cox, Logan's character is the center of Succession's fictional - yet entirely realistic - universe. Logan has many layers: he's evil, he's a bully, he lies, he cheats, he makes his subordinates play Boar on the Floor, he supports fascists, he's homophobic, he's emotionally abusive towards his children, he's.....you get the point. Not exactly a shining example of a good role model. But there is no denying Logan is a ruthless, yet extremely successful and cunning businessman. Part of his disgust in