Cleopatra people

Pompey

dead men dont talk

was beheaded by the ptolatic empire for treason

Ptolemy 13

His reign was marked by political instability and conflict, both within Egypt and with external powers such as Rome. He was involved in a power struggle with Cleopatra and her Roman allies, including Julius Caesar, who supported Cleopatra's claim to the throne. ascended alongside Cleopatra

Auletes

During his reign, Ptolemy XII faced numerous challenges, including internal dissent, external threats, and financial difficulties. He was known for his efforts to secure his rule and maintain stability in Egypt, often relying on support from foreign powers, particularly Rome.

Ptolemy 14

a member of the Ptolemaic dynasty and the younger brother of Cleopatra VII, the last active ruler of the Ptolemaic Kingdom of Egypt. served as a co-ruler alongside Cleopatra during a tumultuous period in Egyptian history. reign coincided with significant geopolitical changes, including the escalating conflict between Cleopatra and the forces of Octavian

Achillas

an Egyptian general who served under Queen Cleopatra VII during the late Hellenistic period. He is perhaps best known for his role in the power struggles and conflicts that occurred in Egypt during Cleopatra's reign.

Arsinoe

Cleopatra’s sister

was a general and ruled Egypt for a while

Caesar

Renowned Roman general

Married and had a son with Cleopatra

Cleopatra

Hier to Ptolatic empire

first queen of Egypt

Married Caesar, Ptolemy 13, and Mark Antony

Mithradates

King of Pontus

Didnt want to expand the roman republic

defeated in Rome

Died by suicide

Skilled military leader

Lost to the Mediterranean after challenging the roman power there

Pothinus

served as chief advisor and regent to Ptolemy 13

eciled and rebelled against ptolemy 13 for cleopatra

sided against cleopatra and caesar

Caesarion

son of caesar and cleopatra

short lived ruler bc of cleopatra and Octavian power struggles

future emperor of Rome after cleopatra and mark antony died

Isis

Diety in the Egyptian relgion

represented motherhood, fertility, magis, and protection

associated with healing and comfort

Greek and Roman goddess

Cicero

widely regarded as one of the greatest orators and writers of ancient Rome. He was known for his eloquence, wit, and rhetorical skill, and his works have had a profound influence on Western philosophy, politics, and literature. he opposed Julius Caesar.

Mark Antony

Was the Guardian of Octavian.

Mark Antony and Octavian were initially allies in the Second Triumvirate

Octavian portrayed Mark Antony as being under Cleopatra's influence, leading to conflict.

lost the battle of Actium

died by suicide

Octavian

First roman emperor

Rival to Antony

won the battle of Actium

created the ritual of spear with pig blood

Nicolaus of Damascus

The five children the Cleopatra took charge of where under the schooling of Nicolaus who taught like Aristotle. He was a logician and taught philosophy and rhetoric.  

Antonia

Cleopatra’s flagship. It had ten banks of oars and decorated bow which evoked little pride. It was where Cleopatra loaded her chest of treasure while avoiding Octavian. 

Plancus

One of Antony’s closest advisors and a former provincial governor and was in charge of correspondence. He was a dancing fish of a human and deserted Cleopatra to return to Rome. He betrayed just as much as he bowed. 

Agrippa

a talented lieutenant that fought many battles, most likely his intention was to deflect attention from Cleopatra and median arrangements. In 31 he was Octavian’s admiral and made a swift crossing to Greece where he supplied the military acumen his commander lacked. 

Ahenobarbus

He was Antony’s most distinguished supporter and a proud republican. He led the consuls who had fled to Ephesus. He had fought at Philippi against Antony, yet one of his sons was promised to Antony’s daughter.