The Great Game

A young legionary named Rufinus is promoted to the elite Praetorian Guard and assigned to uncover a conspiracy against Emperor Commodus, leading him from the Danubian border to Rome’s most secure locations. As his mission deepens, he faces a web of political treachery, dangerous enemies, and unexpected threats, forcing him into a complex game of deception and survival. The story explores the perilous realities of imperial intrigue and the challenges faced by those in the shadows of power.