Macedonian Dynasty (867–1056 CE) episode 1. We cover the rise of Basil I from peasant to Byzantine emperor, as well as other emperors of this dynasty. We discuss Constantinople, the hippodrome (AoE4 landmark), Greek fire, Byzantine court politics, Leo the Wise, and more.

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00:00 That's So Byzantine...

02:15 Founding the Dynasty (Basil I)

18:06 Rebirth of the Empire

24:15 Hippodrome of Constantinople

31:10 Notable Emperors

41:38 Greek Fire

45:08 Oracles of Leo the Wise