The position of Succession Judge existed within the ancient dueling traditions of Guiteica. This role was part of a challenge resolved through one-on-one combat. In this challenge, two combatants would engage each other using dematoils. The Succession Judge's duty was to act as an impartial spectator. Each combatant had the option to employ a Defender, originally meant to prevent unwanted interference during the fight, but more frequently used to ensure the fight adhered to the agreed upon rules of honor.