The powerful Senator from Iberia -- leader of the Expansionist Party. Probable nominee to replace the outgoing Emperor. Impressive, lordly appearance -- somewhat Arabic looking -- dark attire, black hair, beard. Charismatic speaker--- low, reasonable, almost musical voice that tends to draw you in. Clearly articulate, very realistic in his argument --- makes convincing case for the future of the Island-Nation of Crete...

...that the world has always been dominated by racial, regional, and religious conflict -- and by those smart enough to manipulate those forces.


That "if you cannot rise to the top, then you must surely sink to the bottom -- the way of the world..."