However, even if the word is a contradiction in and of itself, I will accept such a contradiction.
And to begin with, what elements decide the outcome of this duel?
Isn't this just the same as Shogi and Go?[8]
Even if that's the case, how would this affect the outcome of the duel?
The ultimate purpose of a spear is to kill your opponent.
The ultimate purpose of a shield is to act as your guardian.[9]
If one was to carefully analyze and think about it, the sturdiest shield will always triumph over the sharpest spear.
Their purposes were fundamentally different. The spear and shield that is.