[quote=@Zapdos]
Hmm, I might be interested in this. An idea I have is being some kind of professor of magic who doesn't really want the throne, but participates to make sure that whoever does get it is suitable to run the country. He likes his father, but doesn't want the crown going to someone who won't rule the country properly.
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That's perfectly fine. I love the idea of characters who are in it for alternative motives or reasons. After all, that kind of conflict breeds excellent character interactions.