The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire · Character
Turisund
- Minor
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 199
A king whose hall radiates the ancient laws of hospitality, his bearing that of a man who values honor above all. His presence suggests both the weight of rule and the warmth of a generous host.
- Gender
- male
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 199
- Books
- 1
Turisund ruled as King of the Gepidae and father to Cunimund. His court became the setting for dramatic encounters, where he upheld the sacred laws of hospitality even when they placed him at odds with his own nobles.
Description
Turisund presents as an elderly male of tall and imposing build, with graying hair and beard. He wears royal Germanic garments adorned with gold ornaments, his dignified bearing reflecting both his royal status and his commitment to traditional hospitality.
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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