The rules by which a
knightâs symbols were organized for clarity and individuality. Heralds, as officers of the
court , were originally followers of the
tournament , moving with the tournament circuit form place to place and originally paid along with jongleurs and
minstrels . They were thus entertainers first, but during the 15th and 16th century they gradually absorbed the duties of court officers, carrying messages, and even negotiating between warring parties. See also
Chronique: The Journal of Chivalry #10 .