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Vitellius

A flattering Roman senator and courtier of Nero.

minor

First appearance: ii

Vitellius shows up with force in Chapter XLVIII. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Vitellius joins the chorus demanding Petronius's punishment.
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SESenecaAPAulus PlautiusPOPaul of TarsusCRCrispusNENeroVIVitellius

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Nero's court and conspirators
  • Christian community and converts
  • Protagonist

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

SetupEscalationClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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