# Cambyses — Histories character guide

> Cambyses in Histories by Herodotus.

**Role:** supporting

**Also known as:** the Persians Cambyses

**First appearance:** 0004-book-iii-thaleia

## Who they are

Persian king who conquers Egypt and goes mad.

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