You wake in a strange room.

Your clothes are foreign and the walls are covered in objects from a different world.

You don't know where or when you are, or if you're still dreaming.

There are footsteps in the hall. Jumping up, you race out of the room and

into the streets. You have just entered the Twilight Histories. Welcome to the Twilight Histories.

You are about to pass into an alternate universe. It will be strange,

fascinating, and perhaps terrifying. To survive, you can't just be a tourist. You must become the people

you explore. This is your adventure.

Today, you will explore the streets, markets, and baths of the ancient city of Rome.

But it appears a slaver has sniffed you out.

Can you find a patron to protect you in time?

Or will you end up languishing in chains for the rest of your adventure?

Put on your costume now while I continue your orientation.

The Twilight Histories is an independent podcast entirely supported by our Patreon community.

If you enjoy today's show, please consider becoming a patron.

You'll get access to tons of Twilight History shows not available to the public.

And if you stick around for a bit, we'll send you merchandise as a reward,

such as a Twilight History's mug, shirt, sticker, or hoodie.

Go to the website at twilight histories.com and follow the link or go directly to Patreon and look up the Twilight Histories.

Well, you look great. The wormhole is open. Now, please, step on the platform and let's get you on your way.

This is Down and Out in Ancient Rome by Tristan Verboven.

Every day starts the same way here in Rome.

...