The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire · Character
Philippicus
Also known as Bardanes
- Supporting
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 213
A man who carries the weight of deliverance on his shoulders, his presence commanding both respect and celebration. There's a quiet authority in how he marks his victories with games and ceremony.
- Gender
- male
- Age
- Middle-aged
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 213
- Books
- 1
Philippicus, also known as Bardanes, emerged as a Byzantine emperor who delivered his country from a tyrant. His reign was marked by celebration and public games, including the commemoration of his birthday with grand spectacles. However, his rule ended tragically when he was blinded by conspirators, a fate that befell many Byzantine rulers caught in the web of political intrigue.
Description
A middle-aged man of imperial bearing, dressed in the elaborate robes and wearing the diadem of a Byzantine emperor. His presence commands authority, and he carries himself with the dignity befitting one who has delivered his people from tyranny.
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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