The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire · Character
Marcus Aurelius Marius
Also known as Roman general, Sulla, Scylla
- Minor
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 39
There's something almost contradictory about this man—the blunt honesty of a craftsman combined with the intrepid courage of a soldier. His powerful build and direct manner suggest both the strength of his former trade and the unexpected elevation of his current position.
- Gender
- male
- Age
- Adult during events
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 39
- Books
- 1
Marcus Aurelius Marius rose from the humble trade of armorer to become a usurper in Gaul, placed on the throne through the political maneuvering of Victoria. His brief reign ended when he was killed by a former workman using a sword forged in his own shop, a fitting end for a man whose strength had been his defining characteristic.
Description
Marius presents as a powerfully built man with the strong arms and broad shoulders of a former armorer. His features are honest and direct, with calloused hands that speak of years working with metal. He wears the simple but well-made clothing of a Roman general, combining the strength of his trade with the dignity of his rank.
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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