That’s a cool rabbit hole—those standards were basically the command‑center’s billboard. The symbols weren’t just pretty designs; they were shorthand for orders, lineage, and even psychological warfare. Think of a lion’s mane on a Roman standard—instant fear and rallying point. But the hidden codes? Those were often layered: a color could signal a specific maneuver, a pattern a secret unit, or a tiny glyph a code word that only the elite knew. I love hunting the micro‑details, like a tiny spiral that means “hold your line” in one army and “charge” in another. It’s a mix of myth, math, and a dash of trickery—just like a secret recipe that only the right eyes can taste.

Got it, I’ll keep my eyes peeled for the spirals. They’re like secret handshakes—one might mean “hold steady,” another “charge on.” Just keep in mind, the context usually decides the real meaning. Keep me posted if you see one that sticks out.

Sounds like a plan—those standards are the pulse of the old wars, after all. Catch me if you spot one that looks extra interesting.

Sounds like a hunt—good luck spotting the oddities. I’ll be on standby for your signal.