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The heraldic term for 'left' |
The heraldic term for 'left' - as far as positioning goes, towards the viewer's right. Keep in mind that heraldic directions are specified from the shieldbearer's point of view. For example, if a beast is facing towards the right, it is described as sinister. |
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Left-handed heavies are also described as "sinister swordsman". |
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The opposite of ''sinister'' is ''[[dexter]]''. |
The opposite of ''sinister'' is ''[[dexter]]''. |
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Revision as of 04:35, 11 July 2003
The heraldic term for 'left' - as far as positioning goes, towards the viewer's right. Keep in mind that heraldic directions are specified from the shieldbearer's point of view. For example, if a beast is facing towards the right, it is described as sinister.
Left-handed heavies are also described as "sinister swordsman".
The opposite of sinister is dexter.
