The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire · Character
Ælius Verus
Also known as Aelius Verus
- Supporting
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 19
There's an almost overwhelming attractiveness to his presence, the kind that draws eyes and hearts without effort. His beauty seems almost otherworldly, touched with both sensuality and refinement.
- Gender
- male
- Age
- Adult at time of adoption
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 19
- Books
- 1
Ælius Verus was adopted by Hadrian as his son and heir, recommended by his uncommon beauty to the emperor who had loved Antinous. Despite his position and charm, he was taken from Hadrian's embraces by an untimely death, leaving behind a legacy of beauty and unfulfilled promise.
Description
A young Roman nobleman whose uncommon beauty is immediately striking—dark wavy hair frames a smooth, unlined face with full lips and expressive eyes. His slender, graceful build is draped in luxurious colorful fabrics and adorned with gold jewelry. His presence radiates both sensuality and aristocratic refinement.
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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