The backdrop of the 3 century gives me ample opportunity to craft a story in historically turbulent times. While I have not yet decided on the exact locations nor the precise decade where and when my story happens, the history gives me lots of choices.
This is a time when the empire is under attack both without and within, and territories are distributed between at least 3 main entities, one of which, Lydius was related by back story history and lineage: Palmyra.
The changes in dynastic rule of the empire provides confusion and conflict about the authorities ruling outlying areas, and there were many conflicting claims as to who was really the boss. The record reveals that many commanders had an "every man for himself" attitude which led them to establish their own upstart empire-ttes.
Sorry to have neglected you for a few days, but life does take it's toll. With luck, I will be adding more detail to the characters and conflicts over the next week. Thank you for your patience!
Reference: Zen and the Art of Writing
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