− | Metsuke were generally chosen from the ranks of [[Tsukaiban]], [[Kachigashira]], and [[Kojunin Gashira|Kojûnin Gashira]], however the Shogun could also appoint Metsuke from the ranks of [[Kosho|Koshô]] and [[Konando|Konandô]]. Existing Metsuke would vote on new appointments, and were also tasked with background checks on potential new additions to the Metsuke. However, Shogunal appointments from the Konandô and Koshô could not be challenged. | + | Metsuke were generally chosen from the ranks of [[Tsukaiban]], [[Kachigashira]], and [[Kojunin Gashira|Kojûnin Gashira]], however the Shogun could also appoint Metsuke from the ranks of [[Kosho|Koshô]] and [[Konando|Konandô]]. Existing Metsuke would vote on new appointments, and were also tasked with background checks on potential new additions to the Metsuke. However, Shogunal appointments from the Konandô and Koshô were not typically challenged. |