Creon states his claim to the throne based on his kinship, asserting his rightful kingship in Thebes.
Creon states, 'by right of kinship to the Prince's dead, I claim and hold the throne and sovereignty,' to establish his lawful claim to the throne of Thebes after the deaths of Polyneices and Eteocles. This declaration highlights Creon's belief that he is the rightful king and justifies his authority based on kinship.
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