Notorious Roman prostitute named Scylla

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The discussion revolves around the historical figure of Scylla, a notorious Roman prostitute, and her alleged competition with Valeria Messalina. Participants explore the implications of such historical anecdotes, the cultural context, and related customs, while also referencing other threads and media.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant references a Wikipedia article about Valeria Messalina, highlighting her wild affairs and a competition with Scylla.
  • Another participant expresses surprise at the concept of all-night sex competitions, indicating a lack of prior knowledge on the topic.
  • Some participants draw connections to other threads, suggesting a thematic link to previous discussions about sexual competition.
  • There are mentions of Cree customs, with one participant expressing fear regarding these traditions, although details are not provided.
  • References to the film "A Man Called Horse" are made, with participants discussing its portrayal of indigenous customs and treatment of captives.

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The discussion features a mix of curiosity and humor, with no clear consensus or resolution on the historical accuracy or implications of the anecdotes shared. Participants express varying degrees of interest and knowledge about the topics raised.

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Some claims lack detailed context or definitions, particularly regarding Cree customs and the historical accuracy of the anecdotes about Scylla and Messalina.

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Readers interested in historical anecdotes, cultural customs, and their representations in media may find this discussion engaging.

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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Valeria_Messalina

had many wild affairs and once challenged a notorious Roman prostitute named Scylla to an all-night sex competition. (Scylla gave up at dawn, but Messalina continued well into the morning.

Would she be in the GBoRs if it was out then ?
 
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Awsome.
 
Going by the title, I was expecting a spin-off from the 'leg-humping' thread. Not far off, though.
 
All night sex competitions?

How come I have never heard of this!
 
Danger said:
Going by the title, I was expecting a spin-off from the 'leg-humping' thread. Not far off, though.

I was looking at history pages and came across her, i thought i should share
with you guys, i couldn't imagine a lady that can not be refused on pain of death.
 
Mine doesn't threaten death, exactly, but some of those Cree customs scare the hell out of me. :eek:
 
Danger said:
Mine doesn't threaten death, exactly, but some of those Cree customs scare the hell out of me. :eek:

Cree customs ?? i have to ask what they are.
 
Ever see "A Man Called Horse"? Okay... that was Apache, but they're related.
 
Danger said:
Ever see "A Man Called Horse"? Okay... that was Apache, but they're related.


A dim memmory, a guy captured by indians treated like a dog, but becomes one
of them when he kills a rival tribe member ?
 
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Yeah... Richard Harris. I never actually saw the whole movie, but some of the treatments that he received looked a tad uncomfortable.
 

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