Dovatkning (concept)
To follow the Sjalvolki religion is to believe oneself a member of a holy vanguard on Aeras, protecting against incursions from The Gods Above. To this end, the Sjalvolki traditionally elect their rulers through the ritualistic battle ceremony known as the Dovatkning. There, any Vassal or kin of the previous ruler may test their mettle against any other, to determine their worthiness to rule.