The Rise of Basil the Macedonian | Byzantine History

The rise of Basil the Macedonian is a dark tale rife with betrayal and ambition: from humble origins, he would be catapulted to the heights of Byzantine society as one of the closest companions of the Emperor himself. But it was not Basil's in character - nor in his destiny - to play second fiddle to anyone; and if he had to stand on the bodies of his friends to reach the top, then so be it.

00:00 Intro
00:30 Dramatis Personae
03:15 Basil's Rise Begins
04:11 Ménage à Trois
05:28 Then Fall, Caesar!
07:08 Then There Were Two
08:55 Then There Was One
09:54 Outro

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Music used: (In Chronological Order)
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Gregorian Chant by Kevin MacLeod

Teller of the Tales by Kevin MacLeod

Heavy Heart by Kevin MacLeod

Impact Allegretto by Kevin MacLeod

Grave Blow by Kevin MacLeod

For Originz by Kevin MacLeod
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