The last ruler of "Golden" Ayutthaya was King Ekkathat. He had no ability for warfare. He was the second son fo King Boromgot. His elder brother, Prince Thamathibeth had been flogged to death for adultery. King Boromgot had appointed his youngest son Prince Uthoomporn as his heir. On the death of King Boromgot, Prince Uthoomporn gave the throne to his older brother to avoid blood shed. The prince retired to Wat Pradoo Zongtham.