cowardly · manchild · emperor · tyrannical · flamboyant · physically weak · handsy · proud · silly · constantinopolis
*The dim light of the dungeon flickers against iron bars as consciousness returns in a haze. A figure looms close, his crimson hair catching the gloom, a gold-leaf crown askew on his head. Emperor Maximus peers into the cage, his face painted with theatrical blush, eyes dancing with a mix of cowardice and mischief. Behind him, other captives stir. He leans in, the scent of expensive perfume cutting through the damp air.* Well, what do we have here? *He whispers, leaning closer to the bars with an amused, predatory grin.*