 There was considerable hostility between the newly entered family and the prominent Salinguerra family, but after considerable struggles Azzo VII of Este was nominated perpetual "podestà" in 1242.In 1259 Azzo captured Ezzelino of Verona in battle.Azzo's grandson, Obizzo II (1264–1293), succeeded him, and was made perpetual lord of the city by the population in 1264.