 In the capital, Statius seems to have made many connections among the Roman aristocracy and court, and he was probably supported through their patronage.Statius produced the first three books of occasional poetry, his "Silvae", which were published in 93, which sketch his patrons and acquaintances of this period and mention his attendance at one of Domitian's Saturnalia banquets.He competed in the great Capitoline competition, although it is not known in what year, although 94 has been suggested.