His nephew and heir Germanicus is much more friendly and approachable. When he does become Emperor, he spends much of his time at the pleasure island of Capri as opposed to ruling in Rome. Aloof Leader, Affable Subordinate: Tiberius is cold and bitter due to his mother's machinations to make him Emperor.All Jews Are Ashkenazi: Averted, since the story takes place some decades before the First Jewish–Roman War and the Diaspora.They have a polite and friendly conversation during which she confesses all of her crimes, knowing full well Claudius can't and won't seek vengeance. Affably Evil: Livia acts like this towards Claudius when she invites him to have dinner.This is due to the fact that Roman noble women were married at a very young age. Absurdly Youthful Mother: Livia, Julia, Agrippina and several other women from the imperial family.Livia is very abusive towards her stepdaughter Julia. Even when she decides to kill herself and says goodbye to Claudius, she still doesn't have a kind word for him.
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