A "pursuivant" is a junior officer of arms in heraldry, responsible for assisting a herald. This role involves the study and interpretation of coats of arms and other heraldic symbols. Pursuivants often participate in ceremonial events and help maintain records of heraldic achievements. In many countries, such as England and Scotland, pursuivants are part of a formal hierarchy of heralds. They typically wear distinctive uniforms that reflect their status and duties. The title of pursuivant is often associated with specific names, such as Pursuivant of Arms in Ordinary, which denotes a particular rank within the heraldic system.