The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire · Character

Sarus

Also known as Sarus the Goth, Follower of Sarus

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  • First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 135

There's something compelling about his fearless bearing—the paradox of diminutive stature paired with outsized courage, a man who leads through sheer force of will rather than physical presence.

Gender
male
Age
adult
First appears
Book 1 · Ch. 135
Books
1

Sarus was a Gothic warrior renowned among the barbarians for his strength and valor, though his stature was notably small. He commanded a loyal band of followers and played significant roles in Gothic military actions, ultimately meeting his end in an ambush, his death later avenged by a devoted follower who assassinated Adolphus.

Description

A Gothic warrior chieftain of daring spirit but diminutive stature, wearing barbarian warrior attire and carrying weapons of war. His appearance combines the fierce demeanor of a barbarian leader with the notable contrast of small physical size against great martial reputation.

Story so far

  1. 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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