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In OTL Emperor Basil II died in 1025 and was succeeded by his incompetent brother Constantine VIII...
WI Basil II seeing that his brother is not suited to become Emperor chooses someone else to succeed him? He could pick a General which would allow the Empire to hold all territories conquered by him...
How is that altering History? Any thoughts? Any suggestions about potential heirs who would fit Basil's standards?
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