It's intended to be used while seated on the throne.

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The second-in-line to the throne has, on more than one occasion, talked of the need to be "in control".

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When Bajazet denounces her, Tamerlano orders that Bajazet be thrown to the floor, so Asteria will have to step on him as she ascends the throne.

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