#vandal ruler

[barbariansatthegates]

Gaiseric was of medium height and limped as a result of a fall while out riding. He thought deeply, said little, and despised luxury. He had a violent temper and was single-mindedly acquisitive and remarkably farsighted. He was prepared to sow the seeds of discord and incite hatred in order to stir up others.

Jordanes, on Gaiseric King of the Vandals (r. 428 - 477)