The Golden Ass · Character
Diophanes
Soothsayer who predicts Lucius's journey but is himself robbed.
minor
Also known as Whereunto Diophanes
First appearance: ii
Diophanes shows up with force in X. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Assyrian fortune-teller; his tale of shipwreck and robbery is recounted by Milo.
Diophanes first appears in 0008 ii.
In X: Assyrian fortune-teller; his tale of shipwreck and robbery is recounted by Milo.
Later, in XII: Mentioned by Lucius as having falsely assured him of a prosperous journey.
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- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
This is the story's dramatic climax because it marks the psychological peak of Lucius's terror and desperation…
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See Diophanes in ii