Yeah, I just think family is too important to gamble with, on both sides of the duel. It should be something where these people can fight and brawl and the conflict is over and everyone can get together for a BBQ and be friends. Maybe that's a sentimental idea, but I just think about a young kid learning his father was killed in one of these duel, and the tragedy and horror that must feel like for a boy who did nothing wrong, and doesn't understand what it's all about.
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But for example, if someone does something against you, and you slap them or something, I don't think you should be charged with assault for that.
The problem with that sort of pre-fight tit-for-tat is that many times it's never really clear who did what first. Even when you've got witnesses, there's a different story from everyone, and it just isn't clear who the true instigator is. I think the best you can do is treat it as a regular interaction. People who were clearly defending themselves get a pass, but if it's one guy who starts it, but the other guy retaliates, they both get their wrists slapped. I think it's the only fair way to handle it.
Yeah that's a valid point.