However, they inherit from , that inherits from . An heir may also inherit intestate. Offspring can usually inherit magical abilities. Children usually inherit their fathers' family name. Daughters will inherit their parents' house. In addition sons could inherit their mothers' dowry. Lothair would also inherit their lands if they were to die childless. Daughters did not normally inherit any of her father's estate. His children will not inherit a significant proportion of his wealth. If he died childless, Lothair would inherit his kingdom. Children inherit their surnames from their father. A son cannot inherit the defective gene from his father. In Normandy, only sons could inherit lands. A child would inherit the father's surname. The descendants inherit "per stirpes" by representation.