The Golden Ass · Character
Demochares
Wealthy man who plans a gladiatorial show with bears.
minor
First appearance: book iv
Demochares shows up with force in XIX. The page is where that presence becomes real.
A wealthy man preparing games with bears, which are dying from various ailments.
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- Disguise and divine guidance
- Witch Meroe's victims
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See Demochares in book iv