Bidding for Power
After the swift assassination of Pertinax, a chaotic power struggle ensues as two contenders vie for the throne. Sulpicianus and Julianus engage in a bidding war, showcasing the praetorian guard's true motivation: money. Ultimately, Julianus outbids Sulpicianus, securing his position as emperor in a bizarre twist of Roman history.In this clip
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