With the installment of Byzantine Emperor Kantakouzenos, The Byzantine Civil War begins. Lasting until 1347, his ascension was questioned by so-call “Pretender”, John V. Losing thousands of men and territory, Kantakouzenos will be allowed to retire to a Monastery (and live out the remainder of his life).
The Chamfron in Heraldic symbolism was the facial armor worn by a Knights Warhorse. Such symbolism was incorporated in Arms to denote Knighthood or combat. Coloring was either Silver or Grey. It was considered a Charge.