However, the emperor’s sudden death shatters all political strategies and previous agreements. Peter does not have time to appoint his successor and leaves the country without a ruler, ushering in an era of palace coups in Russia. Under these difficult circumstances, the fate of the young empire and the continuation of Peter’s transformations fall into the hands of his followers. To learn more about the destinies of these great women who changed Russia, watch “Empresses” online on ivi.