The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire · Character
Ricimer
Also known as Count Ricimer, Patrician Ricimer, Powerful Barbarian Ricimer
- Major
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 156
There's something quietly formidable about this barbarian count who moves between Roman courts and barbarian armies with equal ease. His presence suggests both the discipline of a soldier and the calculated restraint of a man who could claim a crown but chooses not to. When he speaks, even princes seem to listen.
- Gender
- male
- Age
- Middle-aged
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 156
- Books
- 1
Ricimer began as a powerful barbarian commander of Visigothic and Suevic descent who rose to become the Count of barbarian troops in Roman service. Through strategic marriages and military command, he accumulated treasures and formed his own separate army while disclaiming the title of king. As Patrician Ricimer, he became the power behind multiple Roman thrones, negotiating with emperors and controlling the Western Roman Empire through his military might and political maneuvering.
Description
A middle-aged man of powerful barbarian build with royal Visigothic and Suevic features, dark hair and complexion reflecting his mixed heritage. He wears the hybrid attire of a Roman patrician combined with military elements, projecting both authority and calculated modesty. His presence commands attention without ostentation, marked by the bearing of one accustomed to leading troops and negotiating with princes.
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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