The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire · Character
Perozes
Also known as Peroz, Peroses
- Minor
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 118
His royal bearing remains even in defeat, though something in his eyes suggests the weight of lost battles. The crown sits heavily, as if it carries the memory of better days.
- Gender
- male
- Age
- Adult male
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 118
- Books
- 1
Perozes was the Persian monarch whose reign ended in defeat at the hands of the White Huns. His initial loss demonstrated Barbarian moderation, but his subsequent rash attempt at revenge led to his capture and forced submission, ending his rule in tragic circumstances.
Description
A Persian king in royal attire, wearing crown and embroidered robes. Defeated warrior's bearing, middle-aged with noble features marked by misfortune, Persian royal dress with military elements, presence suggesting both majesty and tragedy.
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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