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    4 months ago

    It’s the usual catch - the leader of the losing side doesn’t get the post, but keeps power of his faction.

    While if that leader is no longer a leader, their personal power would be less even if the faction wins.

    Western Roman Empire had a similar story with Stilicho’s conviction and execution. The empire loses, but those who ate him get some power.