Caligula was known for his cruel behavior

The cause of Caligula's illness has been hotly contested, according to Ancient Origins. While some historians vehemently dispute this, others think he was poisoned. According to some reports, he might have had a breakdown or an epileptic seizure. Caligula's paranoia had increased. He increased taxes to finance his luxurious lifestyle. He withdrew to his habits in Capri, giving rise to the hedonistic ruler who is now famed. Regardless of how close they were to him, Caligula did execute anyone who offended him. Tiberius Gemellus, his adopted son and cousin, was put to death by him.

The conduct incensed Caligula's grandmother, who of course passed away immediately after voicing her outrage. Killing his hostages wasn't enough for him. He intended them to die after suffering enough to atone for their "mistakes." As a result, he instructed his soldiers to hurt the victims and let them wither away gradually. He was constantly present during these executions to make sure his instructions were carried out. These behaviors were just a few of his many sadistic tendencies. One infamous instance is when he exhibited his wife Caesonia in front of his friends when she was completely naked. Additionally, Caligula had an affair with Julia Drusilla, his sister.