Welcome, dear traveler, to a journey through the annals of ancient Rome. In this captivating video, I, Lucius, a humble scribe bestowed with a divine mandate by Pluto, God of the underworld, unveils the remarkable story of his dear friend, Emperor Marcus Opellius Macrinus.
Join us as we delve into the depths of history, peering beyond the veil that separates the worlds of the living and the dead. Through Lucius's eyes, we witness the rise of Marcus from humble beginnings in the provinces to the pinnacle of power in the heart of the Roman Empire.
Prepare to be enthralled as Lucius recounts the triumphs and tribulations of Marcus's life-the battles fought, the enemies vanquished, and the enduring legacy left behind. Through his compelling narration, we gain insight into the complexities of Roman society, the struggles for power and influence, and the timeless lessons that resonate across the ages.
So, sit back, relax, and let yourself be transported to a world of intrigue, ambition, and destiny. Join us in uncovering the untold story of Emperor Macrinus, as told "From Beyond the Veil" by Lucius, scribe of the underworld.
Chapters:
00:00 Meet Lucius, your host
00:00 Meet Marcus
07:44 Ascension to Emperor
13:12 All Hail, Caesar!
15:34 Caesar has fallen
17:26 Legacy & Lessons for the Modern Mortal Realm
Credits:
Bust of Macrinus
Palazzo Nuovo - Capitoline Museums - Rome
By © José Luiz Bernardes Ribeiro, CC BY-SA 4.0
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A wizened Pluto leans on his staff as his three-headed hound Cerberus
keeps watch in this statue from the second century CE. Heraklion Archaeological Museum, Crete, Greece.
CAROLE RADDATOCC BY-SA 2.0 via flickr
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Marble bust of Emperor Caracalla, made between 212 and 215 AD, and exhibited at the Museo Nazionale Romano
- Palazzo Massimo alle Terme in Rome (Italy).
By Jean-Pol GRANDMONT - Own work, CC BY 4.0
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