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Ventidius

A Roman general under Antony who wins a victory in Parthia.

minor

Also known as Ventidius O Silius

First appearance: Scene I

Ventidius shows up with force in Scene III. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Ventidius is summoned by Antony and given a commission to lead the campaign in Parthia.
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In Scene III: Ventidius is summoned by Antony and given a commission to lead the campaign in Parthia. Later, in Scene I: Victorious over…

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Roman political and military figures
  • Protagonist
  • Servants, messengers, and minor allies

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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.

SetupAftermathClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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