Dromichaetes
A Getic king famous for his victory over the Hellenistic king Lysimachus. After capturing him, he freed him, showing nobility and wisdom. He strengthened the position of the Getae north of the Danube and was appreciated as a diplomat and strategist.
“He showed more wisdom than warlike spirit, and his forgiveness was heavier than weapons.”
— Modern interpretation
“If you want to rule over people, win their hearts, not only their fortresses.”
— Attributed symbolically to Dromichaetes