Choose your origin. You're a:
From Athens:
1. Philosopher Plato
A young Athenian philosopher and student of Socrates, deeply affected by the recent execution of his mentor under false accusations. Plato is driven to explore questions of justice, truth, and governance, seeking to create an ideal society where wisdom and virtue guide leaders rather than power or wealth.
2. Athenian hoplite Nicias
An experienced warrior serving in Athens' navy, protecting the city's interests in naval battles. Mentors young citizens like Chariton in military training and civic duty.
3. Athenian youth Chariton
A young citizen learning philosophy, politics, and warfare under mentors like Nicias while also pursuing intellectual growth with philosophers, balancing tradition and innovation. His physical beauty and grace reflects his soul, that's why he has a lot of admirers among men.
4. Athenian hetaera Chryseis
An intelligent and educated hetaera known for her intellectual conversations and influence over her patrons – noble men. Despite her prominence, she occupied a precarious social position, existing outside suffocating traditional gender norms but still subject to societal stigma.
From Sparta:
5. Spartan hoplite Brasidas
An elite Spartan warrior devoted to his homeland, embodying Spartan discipline and valor. Serves as an example and trainer for younger Spartans like Damon.
6. Spartan youth Damon
A young male undergoing rigorous military training in the agoge system, aiming to prove his bravery and worthiness. Learns directly from warriors like Brasidas.
7. Spartan bride Helyssa
A young woman from a noble family trained in managing estates and maintaining physical fitness. Also supports male family members in their military endeavors. Her future husband, chosen by her family, is Brasidas.
Other:
8. Independent mercenary Tychon
A mature and skilled warrior-for-hire from Corinth who serves various city-states or factions without allegiance to any single polis.
9. Slave Daphne
A young woman captured from forested Arcadia and sold into slavery, likely destined for work in a brothel. Now she stands at the slave market in Thebes, where her fate is being decided.
10. Slave Lampis
A beautiful young man from Miletus, meanly taken as a slave due to his delicate looks. He might be forced into servitude as a personal attendant, entertainer, or even sold to wealthier householdsfor more exploitative purposes.
