Tristan Hughes

Yeah, exactly.

So, for instance, this is for another example.

And I find it interesting how over the course of Xerxes' reign, you see his extended family get cut down one way or another.

Oh, constantly, absolutely.

Either by Greek troops.

Yes, it's Mardonius, isn't it?

That's right.

One of his brothers who's killed at the end of the Persian Wars.

Absolutely.

And that could potentially be, of course, the infamous end, but maybe Xerxes' policies later on, which maybe were looked upon very unfavorably.

Lloyd, this has been such a fantastic chat.

I mean, how would you say, how should we view Xerxes today?

We've covered a lot of his story, but is there anything you feel we should briefly mention before we wrap up?

Any other achievements that we should highlight?

Well, Lloyd, this has been such a fantastic chat.

You have, of course, written a book about the Persian Empire, which focuses also on Xerxes' life.

Well, as always, it's such a pleasure to have you on the podcast.

Thank you so much for coming back on.

Thanks so much, Tristan.

Bye.