<div align="center"><span class="bbc_size" style="font-size: 18pt;"><strong>Aulus Livius </strong></span><br/>(http://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/c/c1/Sons_of_Mars.jpg)<br/>"<em>Quel che non ammazza, ingrassa</em>."-What won't kill (you), will feed (you)<br/><br/>Height-5'10<br/>Weight-183<br/>Hair Color-Hazel Brown<br/>Eye Color-Blue<br/><br/><strong>Physical</strong><br/>Despite Aulus' Greek roots, much of his physical looks come from his father which was that of a proud full-blooded Roman.  Brown hair that was rich with color like soil from farms, his eyes the last bastion of his mother a blue matching that of a cloudless sky.  Not a tall man but a good height at 5'10.  His skin complexion like most Romans and Greeks carries a light but visible tan.  Physique wise he's not the most muscular of men that relies on raw strength.  His body tone is more agile which grants him a degree of strength (though not as significant) but also gives him speed and precision, making him a survivor and much like his father, a veteran of the legion. One recognizable feature about him is the mark of the legion which is tattooed to the left side of his neck.<br/><strong><br/>Personality</strong><br/>Ironically despite his military service, Aulus does not carry an intimidating personality.  Normally quite but when he talks his voice is calm and one could say reasonable like someone actually trying to get to know you and your situation.   Although after the Pirate campaign he has become a little more quite, now he doesn't really start conversations.  That doesn't mean though that he will ignore you, he still will reply if asked something or greeted. Aulus is not without his weaknesses, he has a small gambling habit, while it is just recent he has a tendency to take unnecessary risks leaving him with times when he loses some or loses lots or even wins as well.<br/><strong><br/>History-Parents</strong><br/>Aulus' father was Gaius Livius Justus, one of Pompey's lieutenants that served with him in the war against Mithridates VI of Pontus. After winning the war, the lieutenant was bestowed his share of the spoils of war and allowed to return home. Once home after months of travel by foot and ship he became infatuated with a Greek slave/prostitute named Andromache whom was rumored to have come from Crete.  Having bought her and her debt payed in full Gaius could then begin his future in his home of Capua.  Gaius and Andromache eventually were wed and before long Gaius was blessed with a son bearing much of his father and his mother's eyes, and was to be given the name Aulus.<br/><strong><br/>Childhood</strong><br/>Aulus as a child was very simple.  He would play with other children in the town square, learn to read and write from his father, help his mother whenever he could and at times get bullied.  While he wasn't the biggest kid his figure and young agility and vigor gave him the ability to hide and out maneuver those who intended to hurt him.  At first it was tricky but eventually he became more adapt at it.  He did however have a fascination with the Legion.  Knowing that his father had served he always thought of himself being in such a force conquering barbarians and such stories that were told by his father.  To further solidify his future goals he asked his father on his 10th birthday to learn how to fight and use a sword.  Gaius could not have been any the more happier.<br/><strong><br/>Post Conscription</strong><br/>Just when things had been going well they would suddenly take a dive.  Gaius, working in the stone quarry had lost his left leg due to an accident that left him unable to work anymore.  Even with Andromache working in the markets they would be unable to feed a family of three at this rate.  To make matters even worse the third war with the kingdom of Pontus was underway which left Gaius with a surprise visit from Pompey himself hoping to call on him again.  Aulus knowing his father could not serve stepped forward asking to be taken instead.  Indeed this would pain his mother but all three knew that this was the only answer really.  Pompey promised to take Aulus into the Legion promising Gaius that he would help anyway he could for this sacrifice.  Pompey kept his word and left Aulus for the teachers at the military barracks to train a proud Legionnaire.  To many recruit's, they were surprised that he was the only one to have his mark placed on his neck voluntarily to prove his loyalty and devotion to the Legion.<br/><br/><strong>Military Service/Current</strong><br/>Despite his glorious view towards what the Legion did, Aulus would know the true definition of war.  War is a cancer that can eat away at a man's soul,  and while it did not consume him, war had left him with scars indeed both physical and mental.  It was difficult for him to make friends in his unit because it seemed every time that he did, that friend would be killed by battle, disease, or desertion. Aulus though remained loyal with his proof imprinted on his neck.  Bearing his shield and gladius he used his speed and agility to outmaneuver, out hustle and at some times outwit his enemies. When the war was finally over he was fortunate to have been a survivor and able to return home to his parents.  Though the return to Capua was met with relief and joy, Pompey would call upon Aulus to once again help him with another military task.  He was to assist in the campaign of the Cilician pirates.  Aulus had only served for 20 days on that campaign before news reached him of his parents passing.  Very painful it was which only secluded him even more from his fellow brothers in arms.  He also at that time began to incure a small gambling problem which Pompey found out about.  Feeling a degree of guilt, Pompey secretly  issued an order to return Aulus to Capua with a small bag mixed with denarius, auereus (very few), and sestertius.  Now our young soldier is about to come home having served more then two weeks at sea and now left with an empty hovel.</div>