John succeeded his brother to the throne and was largely regarded as a conceited, lazy, selfish and tyrannical ruler. It is said that during his fits of temper, he would roll on the floor, chewing on the legs of tables, rugs, or anything else in sight{{fact}}. | John succeeded his brother to the throne and was largely regarded as a conceited, lazy, selfish and tyrannical ruler. It is said that during his fits of temper, he would roll on the floor, chewing on the legs of tables, rugs, or anything else in sight{{fact}}. |