Event Heraldry

This page is a directory of articles that should be useful to heralds who do courtstournaments, or camp cries.

Information regarding sign heraldry can be found in the Silent Heraldry articles.

Titles, Orders, Awards, and Precedence

Court Heraldry

Court Heralds are the voice of the person sitting on the throne. They announce the edicts and whims of the Royalty, invite people into court, and read the awards presented.

Tournament/List Heraldry

Tournament Heralds (also called List Heralds) announce the contestants of a bout, proclaim the winner, and summon the contestants of the next bout to be ready for combat.

Camp Cries

Camp cries provide important announcements throughout an event site, in camping areas as well as activity areas.

Period Practice