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Sejanus

Praetorian prefect under Tiberius, example of ambition and downfall.

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First appearance: I

Sejanus shows up with force in I. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Mentioned as the myrmidon whose tyranny forced Marcia's father to choose death over slavery.
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In I: Mentioned as the myrmidon whose tyranny forced Marcia's father to choose death over slavery. Later, in XV: Stood by Tiberius's side…

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MAMarciaZEZenoACAugustus CaesarTITiberiusHEHerculesSESejanus

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Diverse historical and philosophical figures
  • Stoic and political exemplars
  • Protagonist
  • Ambition and fate exemplars

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SetupAftermathClimax
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  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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