This is a List of species in the Inheritance Cycle, a fantasy book series by Christopher Paolini. In the Inheritance Cycle there are many made up species, including some we've never even heard of before.
Many species were already invented such as elves and dragons, while some Christopher Paolini invented, such as the and their parents, the . This list has all of them.
Humans
Humans originally came to Alagaësia in the year 5596 A.C. (After Creation (Dwarf calendar)). Twenty warriors met with the and traded then sailed away again. By the time King Palancar brought with him the entire Broddring Nation in 7203 A.C., rumors of the dwarves had grown increasingly exaggerated. The Broddrings landed in the Spine, establishing Kuasta. Upon discovering Teirm, an city, the elves explained which land belonged to whom. Although King Palancar was intimidated by the elves, that did not stop him from trying to take over them. The elves defeated him and banished him as king. Then they built the tower of Edoc'sil, later renamed Ristvak'baen, to keep watch over him. Six years after King Palancar arrived, a ship followed the Broddrings to Alagaësia. They had black skin, and they colonized in Surda and the Hadarac Desert.
Humans now live in all regions of the mainland except for the Hadarac Desert, save for nomadic tribes, Du Weldenvarden, the Beor Mountains, and the Spine. All humans speak Common. They are one of the only two species, along with , to exist elsewhere besides Alagaësia. Some main human characters are Ajihad, Angela the herbalist, Brom, Elva Farseer, Eragon Shadeslayer, King Galbatorix, King Orrin, Jeod Longshanks, Jörmundur, Murtagh Kingkiller, Queen Nasuada, Roran Stronghammer, The Twins, and Trianna.
Elves
Elves, or alfakyn, came to Alagaësia in the year 5217 A.C., from a land called Alalëa, which most likely means "a melancholy dream of great beauty," to escape the consequences of some terrible mistake. They then made another great mistake, to kill a . The following war ended only when an elf named Eragon found a dragon egg. He named the dragon Bid'daum and when Bid'daum had grown up, they convinced the elves and the dragons to form the Dragon Riders. At first the Dragon Riders were a means of communication between elves and dragons, but soon they became peacemakers for all of Alagaësia. Later, were added to the Riders. Being exposed to the dragons for so long affected all of the elves. They became immortal, though they can still die in combat, and gained inhuman speed, strength, and senses. In addition, every elf became adept at magic. When Galbatorix seized the Empire, the elves abandoned many of their cities and fled to Du Weldenvarden, or the Guarding Forest.
Elves now remain hidden in Du Weldenvarden. They are exceptionally beautiful, giving them the name the Fair Folk. They refuse to eat meat, although they used to. Courtesy is an important role in their lives, as a grudge could last millennia and escalate over time. They sing their houses from the trees, and they speak the ancient language. Some main elven characters are Arya-dröttning, Eragon Shadeslayer (He was changed during the once-a-century Agaeti Blödhren, or Blood-Oath Celebration), Oromis-elda, Queen Islanzadí, and Rhunön-elda.
Dwarves
Dwarves, or Knurlan, meaning those of stone, believe that Helzvog, the god of stone, made the first dwarf from the roots of a mountain. The dwarf calendar begins with what they believe as Helzvog creating the dwarves, in the plains. Shortly after dwarves came to Alagaësia, there was an abrupt climate change, turning the plains into the Hadarac Desert, and forcing the dwarves to move to the Beor Mountains, where the first dwarf king, Korgan, discovered Farthen Dûr one day while mining. After that, hardly anything changed, and the dwarves continued to thrive and build cities in the Beor Mountains.
Dwarves live in thirteen different clans, called Dûrgrimstnz, though, for the time being Dûrgrimst As Sweldn Rak Anhuin is being shunned for attempting to kill Eragon. Each Dûrgrimst has a Grimstborith (Clan chief), and Grimstcarvlorss (Arranger of the house). The king is called the Grimstnzborith. Dwarves love stone because of their religious beliefs, and the worst insult you could call a dwarf is "Menknurlan," which means "without stone." Some main dwarf characters are King Hrothgar and King Orik.
Urgals
Urgals, or Urgralgra, meaning those with horns, landed in Alagaësia sometime between 5296 (end of the Dragon War) and 5596 (when first visited Alagaësia). They signed many peace treaties, but because young rams needed battles in which to prove themselves, they could not last. The Urgals declared war on the and . The Riders razed their villages and banished them to the Spine, where they continued to decline until the Fall of the Riders.
Urgals have long been misunderstood. They are hunted by dwarves, humans, and elves, who call them "monsters." While Urgals have an unfortunate war-based ranking system, they're not monsters, and they play an important part in Galbatorix's downfall. Urgals that are over eight feet tall are called Kull. One important Urgal is Nar Garzhvog, who allied with the Varden.
Dragons
Dragons were born in the Hadarac Desert, where they lived alone, wild, without language or culture, and they communicated through feelings and images. It was only when they bonded to that they began to have these things. In return, they gave elves and human Riders strength, speed, and sharper senses, plus immortality and magic. In addition, any humans would slowly gain pointed ears, like an elf. When dragons had eggs, they were sometimes bonded with the Riders. If that happened, the egg would not hatch until the right human or elf came into contact with it. Left alone, the egg would usually hatch when there was a sufficient amount of food. The size of the egg would depend on the size of the mother. Dragons also had something called the Eldunarí, or the Heart of Hearts. Usually the Eldunarí would remain clear, like a crystal. However, if a dragon chose so, they could place their consciousness in the Eldunarí, and it would turn the color of the dragon's scales and start to glow. If a dragon suffered body death, but they had put their consciousness in their Eldunarí, then they would continue to live on, and see the world from others' thoughts. Although dragons are creatures that are magical, the only magic they use consciously are flying and fire breathing. Other than that, dragons could only use magic in very special circumstances. Some main dragon characters are Glaedr, Saphira Bjartskular, Shruikan, Thorn, and Umaroth.
Werecats
Werecats are creatures that can take the form of a cat or a . They speak both Common and cat language, and they can also communicate with their thoughts. They also command the one-shapes (cats). Despite being a little rude, werecats give lots of good advice, and to ignore one would be folly. Some important werecats are King Grimrr Halfpaw and Solembum.
Ra'zac/Lethrblaka
The Ra'zac are creatures of darkness with a humped exoskeleton, beady eyes, and beaks, this is why they move in cloaks to hide their differences with humans. They are said to be Galbatorix's personal dragon hunters, and when rumors of a dragon move around, they are sent to investigate. They are not creatures of magic but are faster, stronger than any human. They primarily prey over humans and can immobilize any human with fear. Their minds cannot be felt by any being elf or human. They are rumored to have followed the to Alagaësia. When they turn twenty years old, they reach adulthood, and they shed their exoskeleton and turn into Lethrblaka, terrifying creatures with vast leathery wings. The Ra'zac and their parents used to live in Helgrind, the Gates of Death, before they were killed by Eragon, Roran, and Saphira. They also destroyed two eggs, but Galbatorix, before his death, said that there were more eggs, though not where he hid them.
Spirits
Spirits are beings of pure energy that can take many different forms and do amazing things with magic. Ordinary Sorcerers draw power from them and give themselves the ability to use magic. Occasionally if a sorceror invokes spirits which are more powerful than themselves, they are known to possess a human, creating a Shade. Spirits are not dead souls.
Shades
A Shade is created when evil spirits possess a human weaker than themselves. Often it is because a sorcerer allows spirits to control him. Sometimes it occurs by accident if a sorcerer summons spirits that are stronger than themselves. Shades have red eyes, red hair, white skin, and are immensely powerful. They are extremely, strong, fast, and gifted at magic, and they are very good at controlling other people's thoughts. In addition, they can only be killed with a stab through the heart. Anything other than that and they will disappear, only to reappear again, stronger than before.
Other Creatures
*Elf Horse: Horses that the ride, they are intelligent and will respond to commands in the ancient language.
*Feldûnost: Frostbeard, a species of goat native to the Beor Mountains. Many ride Feldûnost.
*Fanghur: A species native to the Beor Mountains, they're related to , but they're not as intelligent and can't breathe fire. They use their minds to immobilize their prey before attacking.
*Íllgrathr: Meaning bad hunger, more commonly known as burrow grubs. When burrowing into skin, they cause much pain and can cause a person to go mad. They can also split into many green centipedes. Created by Thuviel's explosion.
*Nagra: A giant boar native to the Beor Mountains
*Nïdwhalar: Sea serpents, cousins to the dragons and Fanghur, they can't fly or breathe fire, but like the Fanghur, they use their minds when hunting.
*Shrrg: A giant wolf native to the Beor Mountains.
*Snalglí: Giant snails that lived on Vroengard for many years but were affected by Thuviel's self-sacrifice.
*Sundavrblaka: Shadow-flapper, shadowy birds created by the energy left over from Thuviel's self-sacrifice.
*Unknown, Werewolf?: A wolf that turns into a person
Many species were already invented such as elves and dragons, while some Christopher Paolini invented, such as the and their parents, the . This list has all of them.
Humans
Humans originally came to Alagaësia in the year 5596 A.C. (After Creation (Dwarf calendar)). Twenty warriors met with the and traded then sailed away again. By the time King Palancar brought with him the entire Broddring Nation in 7203 A.C., rumors of the dwarves had grown increasingly exaggerated. The Broddrings landed in the Spine, establishing Kuasta. Upon discovering Teirm, an city, the elves explained which land belonged to whom. Although King Palancar was intimidated by the elves, that did not stop him from trying to take over them. The elves defeated him and banished him as king. Then they built the tower of Edoc'sil, later renamed Ristvak'baen, to keep watch over him. Six years after King Palancar arrived, a ship followed the Broddrings to Alagaësia. They had black skin, and they colonized in Surda and the Hadarac Desert.
Humans now live in all regions of the mainland except for the Hadarac Desert, save for nomadic tribes, Du Weldenvarden, the Beor Mountains, and the Spine. All humans speak Common. They are one of the only two species, along with , to exist elsewhere besides Alagaësia. Some main human characters are Ajihad, Angela the herbalist, Brom, Elva Farseer, Eragon Shadeslayer, King Galbatorix, King Orrin, Jeod Longshanks, Jörmundur, Murtagh Kingkiller, Queen Nasuada, Roran Stronghammer, The Twins, and Trianna.
Elves
Elves, or alfakyn, came to Alagaësia in the year 5217 A.C., from a land called Alalëa, which most likely means "a melancholy dream of great beauty," to escape the consequences of some terrible mistake. They then made another great mistake, to kill a . The following war ended only when an elf named Eragon found a dragon egg. He named the dragon Bid'daum and when Bid'daum had grown up, they convinced the elves and the dragons to form the Dragon Riders. At first the Dragon Riders were a means of communication between elves and dragons, but soon they became peacemakers for all of Alagaësia. Later, were added to the Riders. Being exposed to the dragons for so long affected all of the elves. They became immortal, though they can still die in combat, and gained inhuman speed, strength, and senses. In addition, every elf became adept at magic. When Galbatorix seized the Empire, the elves abandoned many of their cities and fled to Du Weldenvarden, or the Guarding Forest.
Elves now remain hidden in Du Weldenvarden. They are exceptionally beautiful, giving them the name the Fair Folk. They refuse to eat meat, although they used to. Courtesy is an important role in their lives, as a grudge could last millennia and escalate over time. They sing their houses from the trees, and they speak the ancient language. Some main elven characters are Arya-dröttning, Eragon Shadeslayer (He was changed during the once-a-century Agaeti Blödhren, or Blood-Oath Celebration), Oromis-elda, Queen Islanzadí, and Rhunön-elda.
Dwarves
Dwarves, or Knurlan, meaning those of stone, believe that Helzvog, the god of stone, made the first dwarf from the roots of a mountain. The dwarf calendar begins with what they believe as Helzvog creating the dwarves, in the plains. Shortly after dwarves came to Alagaësia, there was an abrupt climate change, turning the plains into the Hadarac Desert, and forcing the dwarves to move to the Beor Mountains, where the first dwarf king, Korgan, discovered Farthen Dûr one day while mining. After that, hardly anything changed, and the dwarves continued to thrive and build cities in the Beor Mountains.
Dwarves live in thirteen different clans, called Dûrgrimstnz, though, for the time being Dûrgrimst As Sweldn Rak Anhuin is being shunned for attempting to kill Eragon. Each Dûrgrimst has a Grimstborith (Clan chief), and Grimstcarvlorss (Arranger of the house). The king is called the Grimstnzborith. Dwarves love stone because of their religious beliefs, and the worst insult you could call a dwarf is "Menknurlan," which means "without stone." Some main dwarf characters are King Hrothgar and King Orik.
Urgals
Urgals, or Urgralgra, meaning those with horns, landed in Alagaësia sometime between 5296 (end of the Dragon War) and 5596 (when first visited Alagaësia). They signed many peace treaties, but because young rams needed battles in which to prove themselves, they could not last. The Urgals declared war on the and . The Riders razed their villages and banished them to the Spine, where they continued to decline until the Fall of the Riders.
Urgals have long been misunderstood. They are hunted by dwarves, humans, and elves, who call them "monsters." While Urgals have an unfortunate war-based ranking system, they're not monsters, and they play an important part in Galbatorix's downfall. Urgals that are over eight feet tall are called Kull. One important Urgal is Nar Garzhvog, who allied with the Varden.
Dragons
Dragons were born in the Hadarac Desert, where they lived alone, wild, without language or culture, and they communicated through feelings and images. It was only when they bonded to that they began to have these things. In return, they gave elves and human Riders strength, speed, and sharper senses, plus immortality and magic. In addition, any humans would slowly gain pointed ears, like an elf. When dragons had eggs, they were sometimes bonded with the Riders. If that happened, the egg would not hatch until the right human or elf came into contact with it. Left alone, the egg would usually hatch when there was a sufficient amount of food. The size of the egg would depend on the size of the mother. Dragons also had something called the Eldunarí, or the Heart of Hearts. Usually the Eldunarí would remain clear, like a crystal. However, if a dragon chose so, they could place their consciousness in the Eldunarí, and it would turn the color of the dragon's scales and start to glow. If a dragon suffered body death, but they had put their consciousness in their Eldunarí, then they would continue to live on, and see the world from others' thoughts. Although dragons are creatures that are magical, the only magic they use consciously are flying and fire breathing. Other than that, dragons could only use magic in very special circumstances. Some main dragon characters are Glaedr, Saphira Bjartskular, Shruikan, Thorn, and Umaroth.
Werecats
Werecats are creatures that can take the form of a cat or a . They speak both Common and cat language, and they can also communicate with their thoughts. They also command the one-shapes (cats). Despite being a little rude, werecats give lots of good advice, and to ignore one would be folly. Some important werecats are King Grimrr Halfpaw and Solembum.
Ra'zac/Lethrblaka
The Ra'zac are creatures of darkness with a humped exoskeleton, beady eyes, and beaks, this is why they move in cloaks to hide their differences with humans. They are said to be Galbatorix's personal dragon hunters, and when rumors of a dragon move around, they are sent to investigate. They are not creatures of magic but are faster, stronger than any human. They primarily prey over humans and can immobilize any human with fear. Their minds cannot be felt by any being elf or human. They are rumored to have followed the to Alagaësia. When they turn twenty years old, they reach adulthood, and they shed their exoskeleton and turn into Lethrblaka, terrifying creatures with vast leathery wings. The Ra'zac and their parents used to live in Helgrind, the Gates of Death, before they were killed by Eragon, Roran, and Saphira. They also destroyed two eggs, but Galbatorix, before his death, said that there were more eggs, though not where he hid them.
Spirits
Spirits are beings of pure energy that can take many different forms and do amazing things with magic. Ordinary Sorcerers draw power from them and give themselves the ability to use magic. Occasionally if a sorceror invokes spirits which are more powerful than themselves, they are known to possess a human, creating a Shade. Spirits are not dead souls.
Shades
A Shade is created when evil spirits possess a human weaker than themselves. Often it is because a sorcerer allows spirits to control him. Sometimes it occurs by accident if a sorcerer summons spirits that are stronger than themselves. Shades have red eyes, red hair, white skin, and are immensely powerful. They are extremely, strong, fast, and gifted at magic, and they are very good at controlling other people's thoughts. In addition, they can only be killed with a stab through the heart. Anything other than that and they will disappear, only to reappear again, stronger than before.
Other Creatures
*Elf Horse: Horses that the ride, they are intelligent and will respond to commands in the ancient language.
*Feldûnost: Frostbeard, a species of goat native to the Beor Mountains. Many ride Feldûnost.
*Fanghur: A species native to the Beor Mountains, they're related to , but they're not as intelligent and can't breathe fire. They use their minds to immobilize their prey before attacking.
*Íllgrathr: Meaning bad hunger, more commonly known as burrow grubs. When burrowing into skin, they cause much pain and can cause a person to go mad. They can also split into many green centipedes. Created by Thuviel's explosion.
*Nagra: A giant boar native to the Beor Mountains
*Nïdwhalar: Sea serpents, cousins to the dragons and Fanghur, they can't fly or breathe fire, but like the Fanghur, they use their minds when hunting.
*Shrrg: A giant wolf native to the Beor Mountains.
*Snalglí: Giant snails that lived on Vroengard for many years but were affected by Thuviel's self-sacrifice.
*Sundavrblaka: Shadow-flapper, shadowy birds created by the energy left over from Thuviel's self-sacrifice.
*Unknown, Werewolf?: A wolf that turns into a person
Gaius Cassius Longinus is a historical figure who features as a character in the HBO/BBC2 original television series , played by Guy Henry. Cassius is depicted as a passion-filled man who is one of the first people who wants Caesar dead. He is one of the figures who devised the plot for Caesar's death, and also acted as one of the assassins. The real Cassius was also one of the main perpetrators of the death of Caesar.
Personality
Cassius is a senator of Rome. Rebellion is in his blood, inherited from his father Marcus Cato, who was one of the Governor Generals of Gnaeus Pompey. Cassius believes that membership in the Roman Senate should be restricted to wealthy Romans. He is completely against foreigners or plebs in the senate. Cassius is a stubborn man and will argue to get his way. Although not violent, he is willing to risk his life to have Caesar killed. In this and other matters, he is significantly more practical and ruthless than his somewhat idealistic ally Brutus. He is skilled with words and knows how to convince others to do his bidding.
On his last birthday, Cassius displays a sense of humor, even while on his deathbed.
Character history
Cassius only appears in the last three episodes of season 1 and most of the first half of season 2. He is briefly introduced in 1-10 "Triumph." In 1-11 "The Spoils" he tells Brutus that the plebs want him to rescue them from Caesar. When Brutus disagrees, Cassius calls him a coward and tells him that he has the power to end Caesar's tyranny.
In 1-12 "Kalends of February" Cassius is plotting the downfall of Caesar, along with Brutus, Servilia, Casca and Quintus Pompey. After Casca first stabs Caesar, Cassius joins in with the others in stabbing the dying leader. After cajoling Brutus to deliver the death blow, he declares "Thus ever for tyrants!" and thrusts Brutus's hand into the air.
In 2-1 "Passover," it is revealed that Cassius had ordered Mark Antony to be killed behind Brutus' back. It is only after Antony offers the conspirators amnesty that Brutus confronts Cassius about this in private. Cassius, Servilia, and Marcus Tullius Cicero insist that Antony must die, but Brutus refuses; there must be reconciliation. After Caesar's funeral, Cassius and Brutus are forced to flee Rome on Antony's advice.
In 2-3 "These Being the Words of Marcus Tullius Cicero," Cassius and Brutus are seen in Bithynia, asking the king for money so they can raise an army to defeat Mark Antony. Things don't go too well, as Brutus has drunk too much and is easily provoked by heckling foreigners. Cassius leads him away before he causes trouble.
In 2-4 "," both Cassius and Brutus set up camp in western Turkey. Their strength has risen to 38,000 with assistance from foreign allies. Cassius expresses a desire for Brutus to have a bust of his face made, for it will please his mother to see it.
In 2-5 "Heroes of the Republic," Cicero warns Cassius and Brutus via letter that Gaius Octavian has declared them both traitors and enemies of the state; furthermore, Cicero implores them to return and rescue the Republic. Cassius feels outraged upon receiving the news, but Brutus sees this as an opportunity to crush Octavian and Mark Antony, who are fighting each other, separately. Both brothers-in-law are seen nearing the Hellespont towards Greece.
In 2-6 "Philippi," Cassius and Brutus learn that Mark Antony and Gaius Octavian have united, outnumbering them nineteen to fourteen, and are within a day's march. While Cassius urges for a retreat, Brutus suggests they stay and fight, for they have the higher ground. Next day, before the Battle of Philippi ensues, Brutus wishes Cassius a happy birthday and apologizes that there is no cake. Cassius just smiles and is sure that Brutus get an "extra big" cake next year. "No cinnamon," he adds. "Makes me sneeze." As the battle begins, Cassius asks if Brutus would like the honor to personally leads the troops. Brutus declines and insists that his brother-in-law go, to which he is grateful. Cassius is later seen being carried to Brutus on a litter, mortally wounded. His last words are "Hell of a birthday."
Comparison with the historical Gaius Cassius
Gaius Cassius Longinus was the ally and brother-in-law of Marcus Junius Brutus, as he was married to Brutus' half-sister Junia Tertia with whom he had a child. The family connection is never established in the series and Junia Tertia is omitted completely. While the series shows him dying in battle, in reality Cassius committed suicide, after mistaking a victory of Brutus as a victory for Octavian. Although it was actually Octavian who had been forced to retreat, Cassius killed himself believing Brutus to have already done so. Brutus took his own life a few weeks later.
Personality
Cassius is a senator of Rome. Rebellion is in his blood, inherited from his father Marcus Cato, who was one of the Governor Generals of Gnaeus Pompey. Cassius believes that membership in the Roman Senate should be restricted to wealthy Romans. He is completely against foreigners or plebs in the senate. Cassius is a stubborn man and will argue to get his way. Although not violent, he is willing to risk his life to have Caesar killed. In this and other matters, he is significantly more practical and ruthless than his somewhat idealistic ally Brutus. He is skilled with words and knows how to convince others to do his bidding.
On his last birthday, Cassius displays a sense of humor, even while on his deathbed.
Character history
Cassius only appears in the last three episodes of season 1 and most of the first half of season 2. He is briefly introduced in 1-10 "Triumph." In 1-11 "The Spoils" he tells Brutus that the plebs want him to rescue them from Caesar. When Brutus disagrees, Cassius calls him a coward and tells him that he has the power to end Caesar's tyranny.
In 1-12 "Kalends of February" Cassius is plotting the downfall of Caesar, along with Brutus, Servilia, Casca and Quintus Pompey. After Casca first stabs Caesar, Cassius joins in with the others in stabbing the dying leader. After cajoling Brutus to deliver the death blow, he declares "Thus ever for tyrants!" and thrusts Brutus's hand into the air.
In 2-1 "Passover," it is revealed that Cassius had ordered Mark Antony to be killed behind Brutus' back. It is only after Antony offers the conspirators amnesty that Brutus confronts Cassius about this in private. Cassius, Servilia, and Marcus Tullius Cicero insist that Antony must die, but Brutus refuses; there must be reconciliation. After Caesar's funeral, Cassius and Brutus are forced to flee Rome on Antony's advice.
In 2-3 "These Being the Words of Marcus Tullius Cicero," Cassius and Brutus are seen in Bithynia, asking the king for money so they can raise an army to defeat Mark Antony. Things don't go too well, as Brutus has drunk too much and is easily provoked by heckling foreigners. Cassius leads him away before he causes trouble.
In 2-4 "," both Cassius and Brutus set up camp in western Turkey. Their strength has risen to 38,000 with assistance from foreign allies. Cassius expresses a desire for Brutus to have a bust of his face made, for it will please his mother to see it.
In 2-5 "Heroes of the Republic," Cicero warns Cassius and Brutus via letter that Gaius Octavian has declared them both traitors and enemies of the state; furthermore, Cicero implores them to return and rescue the Republic. Cassius feels outraged upon receiving the news, but Brutus sees this as an opportunity to crush Octavian and Mark Antony, who are fighting each other, separately. Both brothers-in-law are seen nearing the Hellespont towards Greece.
In 2-6 "Philippi," Cassius and Brutus learn that Mark Antony and Gaius Octavian have united, outnumbering them nineteen to fourteen, and are within a day's march. While Cassius urges for a retreat, Brutus suggests they stay and fight, for they have the higher ground. Next day, before the Battle of Philippi ensues, Brutus wishes Cassius a happy birthday and apologizes that there is no cake. Cassius just smiles and is sure that Brutus get an "extra big" cake next year. "No cinnamon," he adds. "Makes me sneeze." As the battle begins, Cassius asks if Brutus would like the honor to personally leads the troops. Brutus declines and insists that his brother-in-law go, to which he is grateful. Cassius is later seen being carried to Brutus on a litter, mortally wounded. His last words are "Hell of a birthday."
Comparison with the historical Gaius Cassius
Gaius Cassius Longinus was the ally and brother-in-law of Marcus Junius Brutus, as he was married to Brutus' half-sister Junia Tertia with whom he had a child. The family connection is never established in the series and Junia Tertia is omitted completely. While the series shows him dying in battle, in reality Cassius committed suicide, after mistaking a victory of Brutus as a victory for Octavian. Although it was actually Octavian who had been forced to retreat, Cassius killed himself believing Brutus to have already done so. Brutus took his own life a few weeks later.
Quintus Valerius Pompey is a fictional character in the HBO/BBC2 original television series, Rome, played by Rick Warden. He is described as the "natural son" of Pompey. The basis for this character is unclear. There is no historical mention of a Quintus Valerius Pompey, though a lineage with the name Quintus Pompeius (relatives of Pompeia, wife of Julius Caesar) instead existed, but the character may be meant to represent the two sons of Pompey, Sextus Pompeius and Gnaeus Pompeius. He is mentioned to be a great sailor, a trait which Sextus Pompeius had. He also exhibits some of traits reportedly held by the Optimate general Titus Labienus.
Personality
A morose and violent man, Quintus is somewhat unpleasant to be around. He pours a constant stream of threats and insults towards enemies, friends and allies. He is, however, fiercely loyal to his father and the Republic. He also possesses a considerable talent at political skulduggery, interrogation and subterfuge in general.
Character history
Resentful and pragmatic, Quintus is initially an effective tool of his father Pompey Magnus. He was commander of the Tyrrhenian fleet, "Neptune's Scourge," probably a reference to the historical Sextus Pompeius.
He crossed paths with Titus Pullo and Lucius Vorenus while attempting to recapture the stolen treasury gold of Rome - which resulted in his capture and deliverance to Caesar.
After the defeat and destruction of the Optimates' forces, and the death of his father, he lacks the structure and control that his father had provided all his life, and is lost, slipping into drunken decay, living only for revenge.
He is taken in by Servilia, who provides him with a "purpose and structure" again as he aids her with the anti-Caesar propaganda campaign.
After Caesar is assassinated, he is killed by Mark Antony, whom he had earlier tried to kill.
Personality
A morose and violent man, Quintus is somewhat unpleasant to be around. He pours a constant stream of threats and insults towards enemies, friends and allies. He is, however, fiercely loyal to his father and the Republic. He also possesses a considerable talent at political skulduggery, interrogation and subterfuge in general.
Character history
Resentful and pragmatic, Quintus is initially an effective tool of his father Pompey Magnus. He was commander of the Tyrrhenian fleet, "Neptune's Scourge," probably a reference to the historical Sextus Pompeius.
He crossed paths with Titus Pullo and Lucius Vorenus while attempting to recapture the stolen treasury gold of Rome - which resulted in his capture and deliverance to Caesar.
After the defeat and destruction of the Optimates' forces, and the death of his father, he lacks the structure and control that his father had provided all his life, and is lost, slipping into drunken decay, living only for revenge.
He is taken in by Servilia, who provides him with a "purpose and structure" again as he aids her with the anti-Caesar propaganda campaign.
After Caesar is assassinated, he is killed by Mark Antony, whom he had earlier tried to kill.
Circle of Magic, also known as The Wizard's Apprentice in the United Kingdom, is a series of eight junior novels written by Debra Doyle and James D. Macdonald. The books are set in a high-fantasy pseudo-medieval era. The series protagonist is young squire Randal of Doun, whose life is changed forever when he meets the Master Wizard, Madoc The Wayfarer, and forsakes his home to pursue the study of magic. The series chronicles his apprenticeship at the Schola Sorceriae, the School of Wizardry, through his status of Journeyman and finally to his rise as a full Master of the Art.
Synopsis
Book I. School of Wizardry
The protagonist, Randal, a young boy preparing for knighthood at Castle Doun, leaves his old life behind and follows Madoc the Wayfarer, who takes him to study at the Schola Sorceriae in the city of Tarnsberg. He struggles with his studies, aided by an elder student, Nick, and comforted by a young orphan lutenist, the girl Lys. After he narrowly squeaks through exams, the young and charismatic Master Laerg takes an interest in Randal, tutoring him in private; but his motives are less than honest.
Book II. The Secret of the Tower / Tournament and Tower
No longer an apprentice, but a journeyman, Randal leaves the Tarnsberg to travel the world. Forbidden by the Regents of the Schola to use magic, Randal travels with Lys and his cousin Walter to gain the absolution of the retired Master Balpesh at his isolated tower. But more than a master wizard is waiting for them there.
Book III. The Wizard's Statue / City by the Sea
Traveling with Lys to visit Nick, who gave up wizardry for carpentry, Randal is left a mysterious ivory figurine by a dying journeyman wizard. Suddenly, he is pursued by numerous parties all of whom want the statue. Meanwhile, the statue may have intentions of its own.
Book IV. Danger in the Palace / The Prince's Players
Wrought with grief, Randal journeys South with Lys to her native land of Occitania, augmenting her music with magical displays of color. However, his skills with illusion attract the attention of the court wizard of Peda; and before he knows it, Randal is flung headlong into court intrigue, where no one is who they appear to be.
Book V. The Wizard's Castle / The Prisoners of Bell Castle
When they vow to guard a shipment of gold, Randal and his friends, Lys and Walter, encounter lethal enemies who could keep them trapped forever in the castle of a powerful warlord.
Book VI. The High King's Daughter
Randal helps a princess that can't return to her own world and to the throne until the spells that guard her are broken.
Book VII. Mystery at Wizardry School
Randal, now a court wizard for Queen Diamante, agrees to tutor an apprentice who has been struggling with his studies at the Schola Sorceriae. However, he quickly begins to suspect that the apprentice has unknowingly been tainted by dark magic.
Book VIII. Voice of the Ice
Randal and his friend Lys, the court bard for Queen Diamante, journey to the land of Vaskinna so that Lys can participate in a musical contest that takes place once every 10 years. After surviving attempts to prevent Randal from making it there, they discover that the true reason the contest is held is more sinister than they would have expected.
Characters
*Randal of Doun - A young boy, twelve at the beginning of the series. A squire under the castle of Doun, Randal's life is forever changed when joins the Schola Sorceriae, the School of Wizardry in Tarnsberg.
*Demoiselle Lys - A young girl the same age as Randal. Forced onto the streets after a band of brigands raided her family and killed all of her relatives, she met Randal while on the run from an angry mob after stealing food and has been his friend ever since.
*Sir Walter of Doun - Randal's cousin, a knight
*Nick Wariner- A friend of Randal's that had left the Schola to become a carpenter. He meets Randal once again in Book 3.
Books in the Series
* School of Wizardry, Troll (Metuchen, NJ), 1990.
* Tournament and Tower/The Secret of the Tower, Troll (Metuchen, NJ), 1990.
* City by the Sea/The Wizard's Statue, Troll (Metuchen, NJ), 1990.
* The Prince's Players/Danger in the Palace, Troll (Metuchen, NJ), 1990.
* The Prisoners of Bell Castle/The Wizard's Castle, Troll (Metuchen, NJ), 1990.
* The High King's Daughter, Troll (Metuchen, NJ), 1990.
* Mystery at the Wizardry School, Troll (Metuchen NJ), 2003.
* Voice of the Ice 2003
Synopsis
Book I. School of Wizardry
The protagonist, Randal, a young boy preparing for knighthood at Castle Doun, leaves his old life behind and follows Madoc the Wayfarer, who takes him to study at the Schola Sorceriae in the city of Tarnsberg. He struggles with his studies, aided by an elder student, Nick, and comforted by a young orphan lutenist, the girl Lys. After he narrowly squeaks through exams, the young and charismatic Master Laerg takes an interest in Randal, tutoring him in private; but his motives are less than honest.
Book II. The Secret of the Tower / Tournament and Tower
No longer an apprentice, but a journeyman, Randal leaves the Tarnsberg to travel the world. Forbidden by the Regents of the Schola to use magic, Randal travels with Lys and his cousin Walter to gain the absolution of the retired Master Balpesh at his isolated tower. But more than a master wizard is waiting for them there.
Book III. The Wizard's Statue / City by the Sea
Traveling with Lys to visit Nick, who gave up wizardry for carpentry, Randal is left a mysterious ivory figurine by a dying journeyman wizard. Suddenly, he is pursued by numerous parties all of whom want the statue. Meanwhile, the statue may have intentions of its own.
Book IV. Danger in the Palace / The Prince's Players
Wrought with grief, Randal journeys South with Lys to her native land of Occitania, augmenting her music with magical displays of color. However, his skills with illusion attract the attention of the court wizard of Peda; and before he knows it, Randal is flung headlong into court intrigue, where no one is who they appear to be.
Book V. The Wizard's Castle / The Prisoners of Bell Castle
When they vow to guard a shipment of gold, Randal and his friends, Lys and Walter, encounter lethal enemies who could keep them trapped forever in the castle of a powerful warlord.
Book VI. The High King's Daughter
Randal helps a princess that can't return to her own world and to the throne until the spells that guard her are broken.
Book VII. Mystery at Wizardry School
Randal, now a court wizard for Queen Diamante, agrees to tutor an apprentice who has been struggling with his studies at the Schola Sorceriae. However, he quickly begins to suspect that the apprentice has unknowingly been tainted by dark magic.
Book VIII. Voice of the Ice
Randal and his friend Lys, the court bard for Queen Diamante, journey to the land of Vaskinna so that Lys can participate in a musical contest that takes place once every 10 years. After surviving attempts to prevent Randal from making it there, they discover that the true reason the contest is held is more sinister than they would have expected.
Characters
*Randal of Doun - A young boy, twelve at the beginning of the series. A squire under the castle of Doun, Randal's life is forever changed when joins the Schola Sorceriae, the School of Wizardry in Tarnsberg.
*Demoiselle Lys - A young girl the same age as Randal. Forced onto the streets after a band of brigands raided her family and killed all of her relatives, she met Randal while on the run from an angry mob after stealing food and has been his friend ever since.
*Sir Walter of Doun - Randal's cousin, a knight
*Nick Wariner- A friend of Randal's that had left the Schola to become a carpenter. He meets Randal once again in Book 3.
Books in the Series
* School of Wizardry, Troll (Metuchen, NJ), 1990.
* Tournament and Tower/The Secret of the Tower, Troll (Metuchen, NJ), 1990.
* City by the Sea/The Wizard's Statue, Troll (Metuchen, NJ), 1990.
* The Prince's Players/Danger in the Palace, Troll (Metuchen, NJ), 1990.
* The Prisoners of Bell Castle/The Wizard's Castle, Troll (Metuchen, NJ), 1990.
* The High King's Daughter, Troll (Metuchen, NJ), 1990.
* Mystery at the Wizardry School, Troll (Metuchen NJ), 2003.
* Voice of the Ice 2003