If someone was challenged to a duel they&#x27;d be honour bound to accept, even if they knew they were entirely innocent of whatever provoked the challenge in the first place.<p>Someone being taken to court when innocent is inconvenient, but it can be resolved. If you&#x27;re innocent but not very good with a sword that innocence isn&#x27;t going to prevent potentially mortal wounds, yet refusing the challenge leaves a stain on your character.