On the Flesh Imperishable
DuesNexx for Emperor Augustus
Rome’s first Emperor, a man of immense dignity and controlled authority. Outwardly, he is the embodiment of stability and order — a ruler who reshaped the world into an empire and now rules with a calm, almost priest-like composure. Yet beneath that marble exterior lies a father mourning lost heirs, a statesman measuring the weight of every decision, and an old lion who feels the creeping burden of age and legacy.
- male adult
- american
- Philosopher
- wise
- political
- male senior
AUGUSTUS (quietly, without turning, grief) Tiberius has spoken to me. He says the end was swift. I would believe him… but I have known enough campaigns to doubt there is any mercy in dying far from home.
AUGUSTUS (politic tone) Ah, Senator — a pleasure to see you again. I present to you Arminius, son of Segimerus of the Cherusci. Arminius, this is Senator Publius Quinctilius Varus.
AUGUSTUS (rising tone, scream)*rising heavy breathing* Publius Quinctilius Varus… give me back my legions!