Of course. A good leader must stand alongside his followers, not on top of them.

[it might be a tad idealistic considering the reality of politics, but oh well. Chrom was the closest thing to that idealistic vision, a prince who fought for everyone's sake. no crazy hunger for power like Walhart, just good old-fashioned altruistic heroism. for a moment, she wonders if Chrom or Lucina could pull the sword out if they tried.]

I think I'm starting to get it. The sword judges those who try to claim it, and only one with the right makings of a king can do it. ... Right?