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So whilst we've all heard the phrase Third Rome in reference to the fall of Constantinople as the Second, and Rome as the first, I figure a fair definition would be that these "Romes" define a great period in the Roman Empire.

1) Latin-Speaking dominated Empire centred on Italia
2) Greek-Speaking dominated Empire centred on Anatolia/Greece
3) ???

I'm curious as to what hypothetical great next Roman Period could be if could take the wheel with any PoD you choose. It doesn't need to be in traditionally Roman territory (heck, the Byzantine Empire proves that you don't NEED to rule Rome to consider yourself Roman). It doesn't need to follow the same religion (Pagan to Orthodox Christianity isn't exactly continuity). The only important criteria are

1) They consider themselves Roman
2) They are a major regional/world power.
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