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* '''The "Rule of Tincture"''' is a guideline codified by some registries, and dates back centuries. This observance suggests that colors should not touch colors, metals not touch metals, etc. This guidance is not considered binding in the Westarctican tradition, and there are examples of arms that both observe and disregard it. | * '''The "Rule of Tincture"''' is a guideline codified by some registries, and dates back centuries. This observance suggests that colors should not touch colors, metals not touch metals, etc. This guidance is not considered binding in the Westarctican tradition, and there are examples of arms that both observe and disregard it. | ||
* '''The use of helms''' is largely up to personal preference. While the unwritten English rules of which helms are appropriate for which persons is frequently observed, there are no specific rules governing the use or style in Westarctican arms. | * '''The use of helms''' is largely up to personal preference. While the unwritten English rules of which helms are appropriate for which persons is frequently observed, there are no specific rules governing the use or style in Westarctican arms. | ||
* '''Supporters''' are a commonly used element | * '''Supporters''' are a commonly used element. Only those named to the Peerage ranks Prince(ess), Duke/Duchess, Count(ess), or Marquis(e) are entitled to have them. Likewise, Dames/Knights of the Orca and Westarctica are entitled to them, as an achievement, regardless of rank. There other positions that may be entitled to the use of supporters. The roles and guidelines governing which are up to the Sovereign | ||
==Unique Elements of Westarctican Heraldry== | ==Unique Elements of Westarctican Heraldry== | ||