THE PETRAN COLLEGE OF ARMS AND HERALDRY
‘Nuper resuscitata quam splendide fulges’
Founded of the 5th of the Sun’s smile SA 141
By Earl marshal Samuel of Rivercourt
OUR MISSION
We hope to secure the traditions of heraldry and achievements, across the Kingdom of Petra designing them for the Royal Household, its Peers and its Government. With this we shall hope to usher forward a new era in which the passing down of arms and Titles to the correct people will be secured.
OUR DUTY
THE GRANTING AND REGULATING ARMS:
Our main function is to create and design new sets of Arms, crests, and other devices used for Heraldic functions, for individuals families, and Organisations.While helping to ensure each device is different from one another to distinguish themselves.
RESEARCH INTO FAMILY TREES AND HOUSES:
We go in depth into the history of each family, to secure that each device is passed down and transferred correctly according to common law.
PRESERVATION AND TRADITION:
The college acts as a custodian of heraldic traditions, ensuring that the rules and customs of heraldry are respected and followed. This includes maintaining records of coats of arms, preserving historical documents, and providing guidance on the proper use of heraldic symbols.
ADVISORY ROLE:
The college may provide expert advice to governments, organisations, and individuals on matters related to heraldry, including the design and use of arms, the proper protocol for displaying coats of arms, and the interpretation of heraldic symbolism.
CEREMONY AND PROTOCOL:
The college may have a role in official ceremonies and events, particularly those involving heraldic elements. This could include state occasions, royal events, and other formal gatherings where the proper use of coats of arms and related symbols is important.
OUR RANKS:
EARL MARSHAL OF ARMS: head of the College and primary Advisor and overseer to all events.
LORD MARSHAL OF ARMS: Second in command of the College they act as an overseer when the Earl Marshal is unable to attend or be present.
SENIOR HERALDS: They run the main work force and act as managers to all beneath them, they are experts in the craftsmanship of Heraldic devices.
HERALDS: They are the main work force and are creating Arms with supervision and assistance by those above them.
JUNIOR HERALDS: they are the newest in the college and act as trainees, while they learn the craft of Heraldry.
SIGNED BY THE EARL MARSHAL OF ARMS
[OOC] THIS SYSTYM IS BASED OF BRITISH TRADITIONS, MEANING EARL MARSHAL IS NOT A RANK OF NOBILITY IN PETRA BUT A TITLE GIVEN TO THE CHANCELLOR/ HEAD OF THE COLLEGE.