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Maximinus Thrax vs Simbar-shipak
Maximinus Thrax leads by 12.5 pts · 2 figures compared
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Maximinus Thrax
Emperor · Ancient
59.0Total
Simbar-shipak
Emperor · Ancient
46.5Total
Basic Information
Born
173
-1025
Died
238
-1008
Era
Ancient
Ancient
Nationality
Roman Empire
Babylon
Occupation
Emperor
Emperor
Civilization
Western
Middle Eastern
Score Comparison
Military (10%)
30.6
60.0
Political (20%)
57.1
35.8
Influence (20%)
67.3
62.9
Legacy (20%)
53.4
47.4
Leadership (15%)
77.7
31.8
Strategy (15%)
58.4
43.6
TOTAL
59.0
46.5
Maximinus Thrax — Complete Timeline
235 AD
Campaign against the AlemanniWar◆ Major
Maximinus led a campaign against the Alemanni tribe in Germania. He defeated them in battle and drove them back across the Rhine. He then devastated their territory, earning the title 'Germanicus Maximus' from the Senate.
Germanic WarsRhine FrontierMilitary Victory
Impact: regional
Accession as EmperorPolitical Action
Maximinus was proclaimed emperor by the Pannonian legions after the assassination of Severus Alexander. He was the first emperor to rise from the ranks of the army without any senatorial background, marking a shift in imperial power dynamics.
Imperial AccessionBarracks EmperorMilitary Coup
Impact: global
238 AD
Siege of AquileiaWar◆ Major
Maximinus marched on Italy to suppress a rebellion led by the Senate and the Gordians. He besieged the city of Aquileia, which resisted his army. The siege dragged on, and Maximinus's troops grew discontented with the lack of supplies and progress.
Civil WarSiegeItaly
Impact: regionaldestructive
Assassination by His Own TroopsPolitical Action◆ Major
Maximinus was assassinated in his tent by soldiers of the Legio II Parthica during the siege of Aquileia. His death ended his three-year reign. The Praetorian Guard and the Senate then recognized the new emperors Pupienus and Balbinus.
AssassinationMilitary MutinyEnd of Reign
Impact: nationaltragic
Simbar-shipak — Complete Timeline
1025 BC
Founding of the Fifth Dynasty of BabylonPolitical Action◆ Major
Simbar-shipak established the Fifth Dynasty of Babylon, also known as the Second Sealand Dynasty. He seized power after a period of instability, founding a new ruling line that would govern Babylon for several decades.
Dynasty FoundingPolitical ChangeBabylon
Impact: nationalconstructive
Expert Analysis
Maximinus Thrax vs Simbar-shipak: Historical Comparison This comprehensive analysis compares Maximinus Thrax (Emperor, Ancient era) and Simbar-shipak (Emperor, Ancient era) across six quantitative dimensions of historical impact and achievement. The comparison evaluates both figures using the HistoryVersus v4.0 scoring system, which measures: Military capability (10% weight), Political governance (20%), Historical Influence (20%), Lasting Legacy (20%), Leadership effectiveness (15%), and Strategic innovation (15%). Each dimension is scored on a 0-100 scale using structured historical data including battle records, political reforms, territorial expansion, cultural impact, and institutional longevity. Maximinus Thrax holds a numerical advantage with a total composite score of 59 compared to Simbar-shipak's 46. However, raw scores alone do not capture the full historical picture — the detailed dimension-by-dimension breakdown reveals where each figure excelled and where they fell short relative to their historical context. Explore the full comparison below to see the complete score breakdown across all six dimensions, side-by-side event timelines, and detailed analysis of their respective historical contributions.
Rankings
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Maximinus ThraxLeader
Mil: 30.6Pol: 57.1Inf: 67.3
59.0
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Simbar-shipak
Mil: 60.0Pol: 35.8Inf: 62.9
46.5
+12.5 behind
How This Comparison Works
Algorithm
Each figure is scored on 6 dimensions (0—100 scale) based on structured historical data: Military (10%), Political (20%), Influence (20%), Legacy (20%), Leadership (15%), Strategy (15%). The weighted total produces the final ranking.
Data Sources
Scores are computed from structured sub-indicators in the database. Scale factors adjust for era (Ancient ×0.85, Modern ×1.0) and civilization size (Eastern ×1.05, Other ×0.80) to account for differences in population and military scale.
Maximum 3 Figures
Comparisons are limited to 2—3 figures to ensure readability and statistical meaningfulness.
Error Margins
±5 points per dimension — Sub-scores are derived from historical records with inherent uncertainty. Two figures within 5 points on a dimension should be considered roughly equivalent in that area.
Total Score Accuracy
±3 points overall — The weighted combination of 6 dimensions produces a total score with approximately ±3 points of uncertainty. Differences of less than 3 points are not statistically significant— the figures are effectively tied.
Known Limitations
- Historical records are incomplete and uneven across civilizations
- Figures from oral-tradition societies may be underrepresented
- Occupation labels can misclassify multi-role figures
- Scores measure capability and impact, not moral character
- Quantitative scoring is a comparison tool, not absolute truth
Capability Radar
Military (10%) — Battles & Warfare
Battles
55
10
Win Rate
50
10
Expansion
35
10
Political (20%) — Governance & Reform
Reform
15
15
Diplomacy
20
15
Economy
15
15
Influence (20%) — Cultural & Global Reach
Cultural
20
10
Global
25
10
Legacy (20%) — Historical Impact
Historical
30
15
Longevity
20
10
Leadership (15%) — Power & Stability
Tenure
20
20
Stability
10
15
Strategy (15%) — Tactics & Innovation
Strategy
40
10
Tactics
45
10
Reform
30
10
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