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1. Roman Emperor

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   Adoption and Designation: The previous Emperor legally adopts a competent adult and publicly declares him heir (Caesar's title), followed by elevation to Augustus. This was the preferred method for stabilizing transitions (e.g., Nerva to Trajan).
   Hereditary Claim: Biological descent within the ruling dynasty. While technically secondary to Senate approval, hereditary claims held significant sway among the legions (e…