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===Heraldic Components=== | ===Heraldic Components=== | ||
These components may be used by any Westarctican who has been granted arms, or is assuming them. There is much more freedom with the design and display of these elements. Listed are some of the components and meanings unique to Westarctican heraldry. Elements from other heraldic customs are welcomed and frequently utilized in Westarctican arms, as well. | These components may be used by any Westarctican who has been granted arms, or is assuming them. There is much more freedom with the design and display of these elements. Listed are some of the components and meanings unique to Westarctican heraldry. Elements from other heraldic customs are welcomed and frequently utilized in Westarctican arms, as well. | ||
* '''Adelie penguin''' - | * '''Adelie penguin''' - Inquisitive, spirited, or quick to action. | ||
* '''Brown skua''' - Seizing opportunity, or ambition. | * '''Brown skua''' - Seizing opportunity, or ambition. | ||
* '''Chinstrap penguin''' - | * '''Chinstrap penguin''' - Public speaking, concerned with the greater good, or an LGBT+ identity. | ||
* '''Iceberg''' - ''(on the shield/lozenge)'' Steadfastness, or patience. ''(as the compartment)'' Service to the Grand Duchy, or dedication to Westarctican ideals. | * '''Iceberg''' - ''(on the shield/lozenge)'' Steadfastness, or patience. ''(as the compartment)'' Service to the Grand Duchy, or dedication to Westarctican ideals. | ||
* '''King or Emperor penguin''' - Family, constitution, or dedication. | * '''King or Emperor penguin''' - Family, constitution, or dedication. | ||
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* '''Midge''' – Adaptability. | * '''Midge''' – Adaptability. | ||
* '''Orca''' - Ferocity when provoked, or community. | * '''Orca''' - Ferocity when provoked, or community. | ||
* '''Pelican''' – ''(on the shield/lozenge)'' | * '''Pelican''' – ''(on the shield/lozenge)'' Familial relation to House McHenry. ''(when used on the crest)'' Used to symbolize dedication to the throne, or status as a monarchist. | ||
* '''Penguin (non-descript)''' - ''(on the shield/lozenge)'' Westarctica in general, or ties to cold climates. <small>''(It should be noted that, while not forbidden, using a non-descript penguin as a supporter is considered inappropriate in the Westarctican custom.)''</small> | * '''Penguin (non-descript)''' - ''(on the shield/lozenge)'' Westarctica in general, or ties to cold climates. <small>''(It should be noted that, while not forbidden, using a non-descript penguin as a supporter is considered inappropriate in the Westarctican custom.)''</small> | ||
* '''Sea | * '''Sea lion''' - Courage, or amicability. | ||
* '''Snow petrel''' – A family first ideology, or having been to the South Pole. | * '''Snow petrel''' – A family first ideology, or having been to the South Pole. | ||
* '''Snowflake''' - ''(on the shield/lozenge)'' Love of the cold, or dedication to Westarctican ideals. ''(as the crest)'' Having visited Westarctica proper. | * '''Snowflake''' - ''(on the shield/lozenge)'' Love of the cold, or dedication to Westarctican ideals. ''(as the crest)'' Having visited Westarctica proper. | ||