Power Struggles and Intrigue in the Eastern Roman Empire (397 AD)

The podcast explores the year 397 AD in the eastern Roman Empire, delving into the control of Emperor Arcadius by the ambitious Imperial Chamberlain Eutropius. While Eutropius plans an expedition to defend the eastern borders, politician Anthemias investigates a plot to destabilize the Empire, leading to clashes between factions and uncertain fate for Constantinople.