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It's time to enter the powerhouse of the Roman Empire - it's time to go into the Emperor's palace and eavesdrop on his Council of Friends! The date is AD 84, and Domitian must make some important decisions about Agricola, the governor of Britain, and the on-going war in the British Isles. What will the Council advise?

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epistula Page 33

In the remote Roman province of Britain, Agricola, the island's governor & military commander, has been waging war on the Scots. Here's his letter to Emperor Domitian, revealing the recent outcome of the decisive Battle of Mons Graupius. Victory or defeat? What next, and where next, for Agricola?


amici principis Page 34

Back in Rome, the Emperor Domitian has hastily summoned his friends and advisors to a Council. What can have happened? What should they advise? Two of the Emperor's friends nervously wait his arrival, and quietly discuss their options.


consilium Domitiani I Page 37

Domitian enters - and trepidation fills the council chamber. The Emperor has just received Agricola's letter and wants advice. Should Agricola be allowed to advance to Ireland and win more glory, or should he be recalled while the going's good?


consilium Domitiani II Page 40

Glabrio may just have condemned himself with his advice that seems critical of the Emperor! The other "advisors" quickly disown him. Domitian remains silent and brooding... What should he do with Agricola and Glabrio?