Villa of Aulus Ovidius Priscus

[Magicman2051]

A very spartan home, with little in the way of decoration. A simple garden surrounds it and high walls lend the interior a calming silence.

Treasury

Starting 50 BCE - 5,000
Ending 50 BCE - 1,000
Income: 8,825
Starting 49 BCE - 9,825
Ending 49 BCE - 625
Income: 12,150
Starting 48 BCE - 12,725
Ending 48 BCE - 12,725
Income: 12,150
Starting Early 47 BCE - 24,875
Ending Early 47 BCE - 10,834
Income: 12,150
Starting Late 47 BCE - 22,984
Ending Early 46 BCE - 484
Income from Trade/Mines: 11,000
Income: 25,050
Starting Late 46 BCE - 36,534
Ending Early 45 BCE - 6,534
Income from Trade/Mines: 19,200
Income: 15,550
Starting Late 45 BCE - 41,284
Ending Late 45 BCE - 9,784
Income from Trade/Mines: 13,900
Income: 19,475
Wealth Adjusted: 1,591
Starting Late 45 BCE - 35,050
Ending Early 44 BCE - 11,500
Income from Trade/Mines: 17,435
Income: 6,000
Starting Late 44 BCE - 34,935

Expenses

50 BCE (5,000 - 4,000) - 10 Slaves purchased for 1,000
50 BCE (4,000 - 3,000) - Small Income Farm purchased for 1,000
50 BCE (3,000 - 1,000) - Large Income Farm purchased for 2,000
49 BCE (9,825 - 4,825) - Latifundium purchased for 5,000
49 BCE (4,825 - 2,825) - Large Income Farm purchased for 2,000
49 BCE (2,825 - 1,825) - Small Income Farm purchased for 1,000
49 BCE (1,825 - 625) - 12 Slaves purchased for 1,200
Early 47 BCE (24,334 - 16,834) - Donation made to the Public Treasury of 7,500
Early 47 BCE (16,834 - 10,834) - Contribution to the construction of an Agrarian Academy of 6,000
Late 47 BCE (22,984 - 2,984) - Founding of a Trade Fleet in Ostia, consisting of 20 ships, for 20,000
Early 46 BCE (2,984 - 484) - Mining Venture in Sicilia, invested 2,500
Late 46 BCE (36,534 - 6,534) - Expansion of the Trade Fleet, a further 30 ships purchased, for 30,000
Late 45 BCE (41,284 - 39,784) - Legionary upkeep for the Grecian legions, totalling 1,500
Late 45 BCE (39,784 - 9,784) - Raising the XVIII Ovidia in Greece and Macedonia 30,000
Late 45 BCE (9,784 - 84) - Purchase of Slaves, ninety-seven in all, for 9,700
Early 44 BCE (35,050 - 33,000) - Donation to the Public Treasury of 2,050
Early 44 BCE (33,000 - 32,500) - Legionary Upkeep of XVIII Ovidia 500
Early 44 BCE (32,500 - 21,500) - Legionary Replenishment and Upkeep of Legions in Sicilia for 11,000
Early 44 BCE (21,500 - 11,500) - Construction of ten Quinquereme in Sicily, 10,000
Late 44 BCE (34,935 - 33,935) - Legionary Upkeep of XVIII Ovidia*, 1,000
Late 44 BCE (33,935 - 31,935) - Purchase of two Small Farms for 2,000
Late 44 BCE (31,935 - 10,835) - Purchase of 211 Slaves for 21,100

Farms

Total Slaves - 400
Small Farm I - 20 Slaves Assigned
Small Farm II - 20 Slaves Assigned
Small Farm III - 20 Slaves Assigned
Small Farm IV - 20 Slaves Assigned
Large Farm I - 60 Slaves Assigned
Large Farm II - 60 Slaves Assigned
Latifundium - 200 Slaves Assigned

Armies

Legio XVIII Ovidia - Full Strength

Fought in two battles in Carthage against the Numidians before being recalled to Capua haste-post-haste, and then deployed to Messana to reinforce the legions there against possible Numidian attack. After the Civil War broke out the XVIII remained stationed in Bruttium, to maintain public order during this turbulent time. After the Severan-Corvan Civil War split Rome the legion remained in Italia, assisting the newly formed and transitional plebian dominated Senate.

Navies

50 Trade Ships, based in Capua.

Spoiler for Trade Record Early 44 BCE: 

10 to Egypt for Grain - No Profit
5 to Sicily for Grain - No Profit
10 to Egypt for Cinnamon - 3,645
10 to Egypt for Slaves - 1,440
5 to Greece for Artefacts - 1,575
5 to Sicily for Salt - 2,700
5 to Sicily for Fish - 2,475
Mining Venture in Sicily - 5,600

10 Quinquereme, patrolling the Tyrrhenian.

Points

Populist Points - 19
Patrician Points - 5
Legion Points - 9.5

[RVFVS]

Tiberius Caesar, back in Rome for the elections, arrives to see Priscus.

[Magicman2051]

Priscus, having been informed of the arrival of Caesar, went outside to the courtyard to greet him personally.

"Consul Caesar," Priscus said with a slight bow," it is an honour. What brings you to my domicile?

[RVFVS]

Caesar smiled.

"I had heard from my dear friends in Rome that you were running for Quaestor! I make it a habit to get to know all Senators who begin their rise on the cursis honorum. Tell me, Senator, what are your views politically? I do not mean to sound abrupt but like I said,"

He flashed a flawless grin.

"I like to get to know my colleagues."

[Magicman2051]

Priscus knew just as little about Caesar's actual policies, what a man does in the Curia is rarely a reflection of how the man truly feels.

"My policies," replied Priscus with a note of sarcasm," are whatever is best for the people."

He sat down at a small nearby table and two servants brought over a pitcher of water and two clay cups, he gestured for Caesar to take the seat opposite him.

"I am a simple man but I am not devoid of ambition," he paused for a moment and poured some water into both cups," I will act as is best for the Republic... and for myself."

[RVFVS]

"What if I could promise you the support of my many allies in return for your promise to back in the curia, my allies and I."

[Magicman2051]

"I would say that a man can never have too many friends," Priscus gently dodged the statement," however if you want my backing, I need to know that I have yours."

Priscus took a swig from his cup and let Caesar consider his response, no need for haste.

"In my new position as Quaestor I have become aware of how dangerously unstable the Republic's treasury is, something which must be rectified."

[ForteS]

A letter arrives for the Quaestor,

Greetings Quaestor,


As by your request the following letter was sent all over Hispania:

Greetings Roman citizens,

As by request of the Quaestor a census will be done in Hispania, until the end of the year every male citizens shall present him self at Rome where he will have to declare his family, wife, children, slaves and wealth, shall a Roman citizen fail this request and he'll lose his citizenship, all his possessions and will see him self and his family being sold as slaves.

Pro Consul Gaius Cornelius Scipio

Is now up to you to direct the census.


The Pro Consul of Hispania Gaius Cornelius Scipio

[molonthegreat]

Quintus arrives with 2 lictors.

[Magicman2051]

Upon returning from the Senate Aulus immediately made ready to travel to Hispania, not wanting to waste further time debating the issue. He had already gathered most of his belongings together when he was struck by the sudden urge to bathe, one last time, before travelling across the length of the Republic. So it was that when Quintus arrived, he found Aulus relaxing in the impluvlum in the atrium.

There was a brief moment of discomfort before Aulus decided to just get it over with.

"Do you not trust the safety of Rome Senator?" asked Aulus, looking significantly at the two lictors.

[molonthegreat]

Quintus smiled warmly.

"I am not really fond of them either but they come with the office and it would be quite bad manners to travel without them."

[Magicman2051]

Aulus could understand his logic, he rarely travelled into the city however.

"Forgive my state of undress, I just felt like enjoying one last taste of Rome before I depart. Travelling rarely afford one time for luxury."

He pulled himself out of the water and grabbed a nearby towel, wrapping it around himself he walked over to a small table, inviting Quintus to sit opposite him.

"What brings you to my tranquil abode?"

[molonthegreat]

Quintus sat down.

"It is concerning the elections, the position as Consul to be precise. I believe that we need change after having the same Consuls for two years and to be honest I think it is rather dangerous to have people with that kinda power in their positions for to long and even though we have had some differences concerning the budged in the Senate I would like to count on your support."

[Magicman2051]

Aulus has heard some rumblings to that effect already, which had left a great deal to the imagination. Seeing it before him now it seemed reasonable and affable but in this matter all things should be done with caution.

"Severus would do well as a Praetorian, especially if the Senate's latest flight of Thracian fancy backfires. We need his skills at the Senates disposal not stymied by his honour and loyalty, I don't see many other alternatives before us."

He let that statement hang there for a moment and considered his position. He had the opportunity to begin his own campaign sitting before him, why not take it?

"If however you wish to court my vote, I need to know with whom else have you conferred or are intending to confer. I assume that I am not the only target of your intentions?"

[molonthegreat]

"I doubt that my campaign will affect Severus, as for my support I have favourable negotiations with Fiber and Regulus. I also think that I will have quite a lot of support from the last election that will affect me favourably."

[Magicman2051]

"I'll have to talk to Severus when I return for Hispania, so much will depend on getting the right people in the right places."

Aulus poured some water from a pitcher on the table, it was pleasantly cool if a bit crunchier than he expected.

"At some point I need to find a way to eliminate the pests that infest this city. Given that I do not know who else will be running, I cannot guarantee you my support and if you're already courting so many others I do not wish to present you with a condition that could cause conflict for you further on down the road."

Aulus took another drink from his cup, emptying it. He needed a position to affect change but not one that would otherwise disrupt the balance the Senate had somehow precariously achieved, between those active and those who were just abusing their roles for some extra coin, sadly now was not the time to do it.

"Is there anything else you wanted Senator?"

[molonthegreat]

"I understand and thank you for your time Quaestor, may the god be with you in Spain."

[Magicman2051]

Aulus bowed his head slightly as Quintus rose, a mark of respect.

"Quintus," Aulus said to the senators retreating back," if Severus runs for the position again, you'll have my vote. May the Gods be with you, you'll need their protection more here."

And with that he rose and strolled towards his bed chambers.

[Lucius Malfoy]

Lucius arrives upon his horse, followed by his son Caelinus. He walks up to the villa and asks if Senator Aulus is available.

[Magicman2051]

One of the few servants maintaining the Villa explains to Lucius that the Senator is in Hispania overseeing the raising of a new legion.