The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire · Character
Beric
Also known as unknown chieftain Beric, Gothic chieftain Beric
- Minor
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 150
A figure who commands attention through quiet strength rather than ostentation, his presence suggests someone accustomed to leadership among his people. There's something solid and reliable in his bearing.
- Gender
- male
- Age
- Adult
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 150
- Books
- 1
Beric was an unknown chieftain, most probably of Gothic race, who held a position of sufficient importance to precede the representatives of Emperors Theodosius and Valentinian at royal gatherings. His presence at such formal occasions indicates his status among the Gothic peoples during this period of Roman-barbarian relations.
Description
A solidly built man of Gothic heritage, with the fair skin and light hair typical of Germanic peoples. He wears the practical yet dignified clothing of a tribal chieftain, his muscular frame and bearing suggesting both physical capability and leadership experience among his people.
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)
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