I think it's kind of accurate. Like Todd said after he killed the Primary and Teyla had to take the blame.
*Todd: Forgive me…but this is the way it must be. You must say that you killed her.
*Teyla: Are you insane?!
*Todd: This is how it is done with our kind. This is how power changes hands.
*Teyla: But I do not want—
*Todd: Listen to me! The crew will not be happy, but nor will they wish to be without a queen. You caught her off-guard. Many will perceive that to mean that she was growing weak. All you need to do is convince them that you are a capable replacement, and they will accept you.
*Teyla: And if I can't?
*Todd: Then we are both dead.