HowlerPod 68 - House Raa Part 1 – Romulus, Dido, & Seraphina: Character Studies
Aug 21, 2020
Dive into the intriguing world of House Raa as the hosts examine the legacies of Romulus, Dido, and Seraphina. Discover how Romulus maneuvers peace and faces moral complexities in leadership. Witness Dido's audacious coup and her political cunning. Learn about Seraphina's fierce nature and the tragic end she meets in battle. With lively debate over their legacies, listeners weigh in on whether these characters are deemed Prime or Pixie. Fun casting ideas round out this engaging character study!
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Romulus As Iron Gold Archetype
- Romulus embodies an 'iron gold' ethic: disciplined, honorable, and willing to use violence only as last resort.
- He prioritizes the Rim's survival and expects his children to earn their place rather than be indulged.
Romulus Mediates Then The Docks Blow Up
- Romulus agrees to mediate between Darrow/Mustang and Roke and is swayed by promises of vengeance and Rim independence.
- He defeats Roke's armada and helps secure the Rim's independence, then Darrow covertly sabotages Ganymede's docks.
Dido's Coup And Romulus's Confession
- Dido stages a coup to become protector of the Rim after confronting Romulus about the dock cover-up.
- Her takeover leads to Romulus's trial, his confession, and his death sentence that he accepts to stop further bloodshed.