Sad, immobilised at first, he ascended the throne (5)

I believe the answer is:

midas

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(Other definitions for midas that I've seen before include "One with a golden touch" , "Phrygian king" , "I'm sad (anag) -- king of Phrygia" , "Mythical king with golden touch" , "Legendary king whose touch turned anything to gold" .)

I've seen this clue in The Hindu.

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