His government became so corrupt, he himself so notorious in crime, that he was unendurable.

His proudest boasts were of his triumphs in the amphitheatre, and of his ability to kill a hundred lions with as many arrows.

After a reign of twelve years his servants rid the Empire of his presence.
PERTINAX (192-193).
PERTINAX, the Praefect of the city, an old and experienced Senator, followed Commodus.

His reign of three months was well meant, but as it was not supported by the military it was of no effect.

His attempted reforms were stopped by his murder.
JULIANUS (193) .-- SEPTIMIUS SEVERUS (193-211).
The Praetorians now offered the crown to the highest bidder, who proved to be DIDIUS JULIANUS, a wealthy Senator.