In Bergen op Zoom, speculation has focused on who will succeed Diemer van Wijk as jester from 11 November. A series of discussions about the role examined what makes a good jester, including the freedom to push boundaries while respecting limits and avoiding unnecessary irritation. One discussion also noted that the Lord of Bergen already had a jester in 1505.

The possibility of a female jester was raised. Malou van Rede said that this should happen only if the woman is the best candidate. The identity of the successor has not been established in the available account.