The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire · Character
Autharis
Also known as Authari
- Supporting
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 200
Autharis radiates the raw power of a man who proves his worth through deeds rather than bloodline, his very presence suggesting the strength to split trees with a single blow. There's something primal and compelling about his warrior's confidence.
- Gender
- male
- Age
- Adult
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 200
- Books
- 1
Autharis was the son of Clepho who claimed the Lombard throne after a period of suspended rule during his minority. He emerged as a warrior king who asserted dominion over Italy through military strength and personal courage. His reign was marked by his marriage to Theudelinda, though it ended after only one year when he died, leaving the Lombard kingdom to face continued challenges.
Description
Autharis possesses the robust, powerful build of a Lombard warrior, his frame hardened by years of fighting and leadership. His strong hands and muscular arms speak to the physical prowess that allowed him to demonstrate his strength by striking trees with his battle-axe. He wears the distinctive clothing and adornments of a Germanic king, carrying himself with the confident bearing of a man who earned his throne through warrior's merit rather than mere inheritance.
Story so far
BOOK 1The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire / Table of Contents with links in the HTML file to the two Project Gutenberg editions (12 volumes)
Appearances
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