Proscriptions of the Second Triumvirate
The Second Triumvirate publicly announces the proscriptions, a list of political enemies and wealthy citizens marked for execution and confiscation of property, in the Roman Forum.
Setting
The Roman Forum, bustling with activity in the late afternoon. The open square is surrounded by grand marble buildings, temples, and basilicas, their columns towering over the space. The ground is paved with worn stone, and a few steps lead up to the Rostra, where proclamations are made. The air is thick with tension and the murmur of voices.
Characters
Mark Antony
primary
A powerful Roman general and politician in his early 40s, with a muscular build and a commanding presence. His face is weathered from years of military campaigns, with a strong jawline, piercing eyes, and short, dark hair. A prominent scar runs along his cheek, a reminder of past battles.
Octavian
primary
A young Roman man of slight build, appearing to be in his early twenties. His sharp features are accentuated by a carefully groomed appearance, with short, neatly trimmed hair and a clean-shaven face. His piercing eyes betray a keen intellect and ambition.
Centurion
secondary
A hardened Roman officer in his late 30s, with a muscular build from years of military training. His face bears the scars of battle, and his short-cropped hair is beginning to show streaks of gray. His piercing eyes constantly scan the crowd for threats.
Senator
secondary
A middle-aged Roman senator with a lean but dignified build, his face lined with the marks of political life. His dark hair is streaked with grey, combed neatly back, and his piercing eyes betray a mind constantly calculating. His hands are well-manicured, the fingers occasionally twitching with nervous energy.
Soldier
background
A young Roman soldier in his late twenties, with a lean but muscular build from years of training. His sun-tanned face is marked by a few scars from past battles, and his short-cropped hair is covered by the rim of his helmet. His piercing eyes scan the crowd methodically, assessing potential threats.
Merchant
background
A middle-aged man with a stocky build, his face lined with the marks of years spent traveling and bartering. His olive skin is tanned from long exposure to the sun, and his dark brown eyes dart nervously around the crowd. His hands, usually steady for counting coins, now tremble slightly.
Dialog
Mark Antony
Citizens of Rome, hear now the decree of the Triumvirate! Let the names of the proscribed be known—those who have betrayed the Republic shall pay with their lives and property!
Octavian
A necessary measure, though bitter. Rome's salvation demands sacrifice—let none question the wisdom of the Triumvirate in these troubled times.
Centurion
Hold the line! Any who disrupt this proclamation will face the lash!
Mark Antony
See how the guilty pale! Let their fate serve as warning—Rome will not suffer traitors to walk free while honest men bleed for her!
Octavian
The gods bear witness to our justice. Their names will be struck from public record as though they never were.
Centurion
You there—back! Unless you wish to join them on the list!
Mark Antony
Let all know—the bounty stands at ten thousand sestertii for the head of any proscribed man brought before us. Rome rewards loyalty as she punishes treason!