In the ancient land of Rome lies the shattered face of a man. This statue, made of frozen stone, represents a man who built one of the most formidable empires in human history, all while setting the course for his eventual downfall. As the morning sun rises over the horizon in a blaze of glory, the statue lights up and reveals the somewhat melancholy ivy slowly enveloping the forgotten emperor. Next to the statue, hanging on a ruined stone wall, is a painting of the city that once stood tall and proud. The painting depicts a beautiful scene showing a joyous crowd watching in awe as colossal wooden galleons triumphantly enter the city on a river. You stare at the painting and as you look deeper you find yourself transported back in time to a long lost empire. A figure stands tall, majestic and proud. Reigning for many decades he is happy and satisfied with his successes. Emperor of all he examines, he is arrogant and proud. Buildings, bridges and public toilets all spring from his imagination and the once tired city comes back to life and presents its magnificence. ...