Power and Madness

Tiberius reluctantly stepped into power, ruling for 22 years before retreating to a life of indulgence on Capri, while his right-hand man instigated terror in Rome. His successor, Caligula, took the throne at a young age and quickly displayed a disturbing penchant for abuse of power, fueled by the chaos left in Tiberius's wake. The stark contrast between their reigns highlights the volatility of leadership in ancient Rome.