The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire · Character
Euric
Also known as King Euric, Euric the Visigoth, Euricus
- Supporting
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 158
There's something both terrifying and magnetic about this Visigothic king, whose presence fills a room with the weight of conquest and the promise of law. His bearing suggests someone who has seized power through both violence and vision.
- Gender
- male
- Age
- Middle-aged
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 158
- Books
- 1
Euric began as a Visigothic prince who assassinated his brother Theodoric to claim the throne. With more savage temper but superior abilities, he led his armies across the Pyrenees, conquering cities from Saragossa to the heart of Lusitania. He subdued the martial nobles of Tarragona, permitted the Suevi their kingdom in Gallicia, and proved equally vigorous in his conquests throughout Gaul, establishing Gothic dominance across Spain and southern France.
Description
A Visigothic king of middle years with a powerful build that speaks to his warrior heritage. His face bears the marks of both savage temper and the superior abilities that defined his rule. He wears royal garments that blend Gothic traditions with Roman imperial style.
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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