Swain is the Epitome of Noxian Philosophy
In the Hyper-Darwinistic meritocracy that is Noxus, Swain is clearly the most fit to rule as he is the one who seized power. His conniving manipulation of political opponents and ambition sets him well apart from the likes of Darius, who doesn't care for politics, and the assassins are too narrow minded for ruling with any kind of power. I would say the only possible threats to Swain are Leblanc and Cassiopeia
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