The obsession and madness of royalty
Every prince dreams of wearing the crown, but to what extent will one go to fulfill that desire? Royalty, with all its allure of power, prestige and control, often becomes an obsession that consumes individuals who are born into it. The very nature of royalty is inherently tied to the idea of succession, and the […]
Every prince dreams of wearing the crown, but to what extent will one go to fulfill that desire? Royalty, with all its allure of power, prestige and control, often becomes an obsession that consumes individuals who are born into it. The very nature of royalty is inherently tied to the idea of succession, and the crown represents not just authority but a sense of destiny.
For many princes, this quest for the throne becomes not just a goal but an all-encompassing madness that blurs the lines between ambition and obsession.
But is this fixation on the throne truly necessary? Must a prince, simply by virtue of his birth, chase after the crown with such fervour that it leads to obsession? The reality is that the desire for power often morphs into a relentless pursuit that clouds reason, fuels rivalries, and creates conflict, both within the royal household and beyond.
The crown, while symbolising the ultimate prize can also become a thorn—a burden that pricks at the conscience and drives even the most rational minds to the edge of madness.
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To what lengths will a prince go to claim the thorny crown? History is rife with tales of treachery, deceit, and betrayal, where brothers turned against brothers, and empires were divided, all in the name of royal succession.
The madness of royalty often stems from the fear of being left behind, the fear of insignificance in a system where being king is equated with purpose. This obsession blinds princes to the true nature of leadership and the heavy responsibility that comes with the crown.
Yet, if the crown is finally obtained, will the prince be able to rule with wisdom and justice, or will he reign with madness? The crown is not just a symbol of authority but a test of character. Many have faltered under its weight, unable to separate their personal desires from the greater good of their people.
In the grip of obsession, the very qualities that make a prince fit to rule—wisdom, patience, and vision—are often lost, leaving behind a ruler who governs with the same madness that drove him to seek power.
It raises the question: Is the crown worth the sacrifice of one’s sanity? Royalty, in its purest form, is meant to serve and guide, not dominate or oppress. Yet, the allure of the crown often distorts this ideal, turning noble aspirations into a dark, unyielding hunger for power.
When princes are consumed by the madness of royalty, they lose sight of their true purpose, and the very institution of monarchy becomes fragile, swayed by ego and personal vendettas rather than principles of leadership.
Ultimately, the madness of royalty is a cautionary tale about the dangers of unchecked ambition. It forces us to question whether the pursuit of power, for the sake of power alone, is ever truly worth it. After all, the crown, though coveted, is not a symbol of individual glory but a reminder of the sacred duty to serve the people. And only those who can conquer their own madness, their own obsessions, are truly fit to wear it.
Sadiq Abbas Sanusi is a prince from Kano