Theme: regicide


A character murders a crowned king, queen, or comparable sovereign ruler.

Examples:
In "Macbeth" (1606), the Macbeth couple slew King Duncan in order to usurp his powers.

References:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Regicide

Parents and Children of the Theme

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Stories Featuring the Theme

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