Right of arms
From MiddleWiki
The winner of a Crown Tournament or Coronet Tournament reigns over his or her kingdom or principality by "right of arms," that is to say, having won their position by being victorious in combat.
While women have been long permitted Template:Citation needed to enter Crown or Coronet tournaments to fight for their Inspiration, women have not often women the tournaments. A list of Women Reigning by Right of Arms lists those known in other Kingdoms.