The Last Days of Pompeii

A determined centurion who returns to Pompeii and acts with quick, protective courage. He saves Ione, defends the vulnerable, and vows revenge against those who terrorize the city. His loyalty to friends and his willingness to confront danger anchor the story’s moral center.

Daughter of Pompeii’s Consul and love interest of Glaucus. She is revealed to be a Christian and becomes a target of persecution, yet remains a steady moral compass and ally to Glaucus.

High Priest of Isis; orchestrates many crimes and uses religious influence to manipulate Power. A calculating antagonist who fights to maintain control over the temple and the city.

A Praetorian Guard who abuses power and participates in the scheme to terrorize Pompeii. He tries to rape Nydia and is ultimately confronted by Glaucus.

A Military Tribune and Glaucus’s ally who uncovers crucial clues but is killed by Arbaces. His death underscores the danger facing those who seek the truth.

Consul of Pompeii who organizes the citywide festival to project stability. He becomes entangled in the conspirators’ plans and is stabbed by Julia.

Consul’s Egyptian mistress and the mastermind behind many of the crimes funding the conspiracy. Her schemes unravel as the city collapses around them.

Ione’s blind slave who is revealed to be a Christian. She embodies faith and resilience, pleading for mercy and ultimately facing deadly danger in the city’s chaos.

A thief who embodies anti-Christian prejudice, exploiting fear for personal gain. He follows the ring’s trail and aids in uncovering the truth before the city’s fall.

A Praetorian Guard and friend of Glaucus who aids in the broader efforts against the conspirators. He contributes to the defense of the Christians and city.

A companion in the guards’ faction who supports the plot against the Christians and participates in the conspiracy’s enforcement.