Raisin Bran
Cereal Killer
I see I see.
If I were Steive I'd be more busy looking at that big Freudian thing behind him
Heart of the Republic - A Rome: Total War AAR
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I see I see.
If I were Steive I'd be more busy looking at that big Freudian thing behind him
Kan' Sharuminar
Fluffy
Heart of the Republic - A Rome: Total War AAR
Part Twenty-Four
229 - 226BC
Army of the North
PrinceScampey's army began marching north not long after its formation, and it reached northern Italy just in time to see another Sarmatian army cross the border in another offensive. However, it seemed that seeing the son of the first PrinceScampey rather alarmed the enemy, as they quickly withdrew into the mountain ranges of the Alps.
Not, of course, that the Roman general was going to let a little thing like mountains stop him. He quickly pursued his opponents north, finally overtaking them in a valley during the summer of 228. His satisfaction soon turned to alarm however, when his scouts informed him that the bulk of the Sarmatian army was made up of horse and foot archers - his own army being more equipped to deal with the infantry and cavalry forces of Gaul and Carthage. Apparently the nations from the east liked to play war a little differently.
Still determined to prove himself in battle, PrinceScampey gave the order for an attack. It required a long march across several steep hills - all the while under a hail of arrows -but as soon as they were within fighting distance the vengeful Roman troops charged forward, viciously making up for lost kills. It did not take long for the Sarmatian army to break off and retreat further north. PrinceScampey let them go, his spies had revealed the location of the enemy base of operations - a heavily fortified town called Iuvavum. Unable to attack it with his own army, he set up a small fort to defend the valley, and wait for word from the Senate.
Fort Exile
StevieJeys Senate meanwhile, was slowly becoming used to the more militaristic style of leadership he maintained. He had already begun the Ethanus Military Reforms, in which every city in the Republic must have the capability to produce troops capable of defending the city, or to launch an offensive if need be. Until now, the main armies of Rome had been trained in central Italy, and though the elite would continue to be produced there for some time, it was hoped that all of the Republic would become as indestructible as Rome itself. There was little opposition to this proposal - particularly given the continuing wars in the north and against Carthage. In addition, Sarmatias recent surprise attack - almost threatening Italy itself - was more than enough to persuade the Senate that a more military-based Republic would be a safer one.
Other motions were far more controversial. Although it had already passed, many groups within the Senate - particularly Raisinus Branius - continued to argue against sending aid to Egypt in their war against Carthage. At present, this was simply in the form of spies, assassins and diplomats, all designed to destabilise Carthages military for Egyptian benefit. Even this was considered too much for Senator Raisinus, who was happy with the current situation, involving the blockading of Carthaginian ports by the Roman Navy. And he certainly didnt like the Consulars modest suggestion of a military intervention to take Carthaginian lands in southern Spain.
Situation in Spain - 227BC
Iberia had been a friend of Rome for some time now, and through its staying out of the Gallic Wars and waging war on Carthage, that friendship had been maintained. By now however, they were proving to be troublesome - Iberian spies were consistently being found in Romanised Gaul, and armies were being spotted patrolling the border. Roman intelligence indicated that it would not be long before they seized Carthaginian provinces in the south, and unified the peninsula. This could potentially mean a new war against a strengthened Iberia.
StevieJey was not willing to let this happen, but he was held back by both his promises not to wage another land war on Carthage (though he did intend this to mean Carthaginian territories in Africa) and the lack of any major armies in the region. General Dellus was on the island of Balieres, enjoying a quiet retirement, but he had little to no forces from his former campaigns to launch a major offensive. Not to mention such an attack would almost certainly provoke Iberia into declaring war on Rome!
Surprisingly, by the end of 227 he suddenly found himself an unexpected ally in the form of Senator Raisinus, who quickly reminded the Senate of StevieJeys wondrous planning of the Raid on Carthage fifteen years before, and his successful response to the Sarmatian attack, encouraging them to follow his lead once more. Little did the Consular realise that Raisinus had been informed by his own contacts that Iberia were about to launch a final assault on the Carthaginian territories within a year, making any form of Roman build-up pointless. As such, it came as a major embarrassment for the Consular the following year when, after it had become publicly accepted an attack on Carthago Nova was coming, and during the middle of a war planning council, news came that the Iberians had besieged then conquered the two Carthaginian provinces. The attack had to be called off, the Iberians were united, and StevieJey had suffered a major loss of prestige. Raisinus however, had achieved his first victory
Part Twenty-Four
229 - 226BC
Army of the North
PrinceScampey's army began marching north not long after its formation, and it reached northern Italy just in time to see another Sarmatian army cross the border in another offensive. However, it seemed that seeing the son of the first PrinceScampey rather alarmed the enemy, as they quickly withdrew into the mountain ranges of the Alps.
Not, of course, that the Roman general was going to let a little thing like mountains stop him. He quickly pursued his opponents north, finally overtaking them in a valley during the summer of 228. His satisfaction soon turned to alarm however, when his scouts informed him that the bulk of the Sarmatian army was made up of horse and foot archers - his own army being more equipped to deal with the infantry and cavalry forces of Gaul and Carthage. Apparently the nations from the east liked to play war a little differently.
Still determined to prove himself in battle, PrinceScampey gave the order for an attack. It required a long march across several steep hills - all the while under a hail of arrows -but as soon as they were within fighting distance the vengeful Roman troops charged forward, viciously making up for lost kills. It did not take long for the Sarmatian army to break off and retreat further north. PrinceScampey let them go, his spies had revealed the location of the enemy base of operations - a heavily fortified town called Iuvavum. Unable to attack it with his own army, he set up a small fort to defend the valley, and wait for word from the Senate.
Fort Exile
StevieJeys Senate meanwhile, was slowly becoming used to the more militaristic style of leadership he maintained. He had already begun the Ethanus Military Reforms, in which every city in the Republic must have the capability to produce troops capable of defending the city, or to launch an offensive if need be. Until now, the main armies of Rome had been trained in central Italy, and though the elite would continue to be produced there for some time, it was hoped that all of the Republic would become as indestructible as Rome itself. There was little opposition to this proposal - particularly given the continuing wars in the north and against Carthage. In addition, Sarmatias recent surprise attack - almost threatening Italy itself - was more than enough to persuade the Senate that a more military-based Republic would be a safer one.
Other motions were far more controversial. Although it had already passed, many groups within the Senate - particularly Raisinus Branius - continued to argue against sending aid to Egypt in their war against Carthage. At present, this was simply in the form of spies, assassins and diplomats, all designed to destabilise Carthages military for Egyptian benefit. Even this was considered too much for Senator Raisinus, who was happy with the current situation, involving the blockading of Carthaginian ports by the Roman Navy. And he certainly didnt like the Consulars modest suggestion of a military intervention to take Carthaginian lands in southern Spain.
Situation in Spain - 227BC
Iberia had been a friend of Rome for some time now, and through its staying out of the Gallic Wars and waging war on Carthage, that friendship had been maintained. By now however, they were proving to be troublesome - Iberian spies were consistently being found in Romanised Gaul, and armies were being spotted patrolling the border. Roman intelligence indicated that it would not be long before they seized Carthaginian provinces in the south, and unified the peninsula. This could potentially mean a new war against a strengthened Iberia.
StevieJey was not willing to let this happen, but he was held back by both his promises not to wage another land war on Carthage (though he did intend this to mean Carthaginian territories in Africa) and the lack of any major armies in the region. General Dellus was on the island of Balieres, enjoying a quiet retirement, but he had little to no forces from his former campaigns to launch a major offensive. Not to mention such an attack would almost certainly provoke Iberia into declaring war on Rome!
Surprisingly, by the end of 227 he suddenly found himself an unexpected ally in the form of Senator Raisinus, who quickly reminded the Senate of StevieJeys wondrous planning of the Raid on Carthage fifteen years before, and his successful response to the Sarmatian attack, encouraging them to follow his lead once more. Little did the Consular realise that Raisinus had been informed by his own contacts that Iberia were about to launch a final assault on the Carthaginian territories within a year, making any form of Roman build-up pointless. As such, it came as a major embarrassment for the Consular the following year when, after it had become publicly accepted an attack on Carthago Nova was coming, and during the middle of a war planning council, news came that the Iberians had besieged then conquered the two Carthaginian provinces. The attack had to be called off, the Iberians were united, and StevieJey had suffered a major loss of prestige. Raisinus however, had achieved his first victory
Captain2
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bah, both of you are lucky I'm dead or i'd have crowned myself king by now.....
by the way, do I have a kid or am i still dead?
by the way, do I have a kid or am i still dead?
Kan' Sharuminar
Fluffy
You should be in the next update 
Kan' Sharuminar
Fluffy
I've fixed up the map, as the old one was looking pretty spotty. This is based on what we know at this moment, meaning territories (particularly in the east) may have changed.
Map as of 226
Map as of 226
nodikus
It's Elementary...
I'm a bit confused, Whos the dark orange in north africa? If it's carthage than there a different color than thier spanish colonies.
Captain2
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Spain is a faction... perhaps its them
Captain2
ಠ_ృ
and also kan, that look captainus is giving Raisin isnt by mistake
besides, the other people closest to him are somewhat angry, why would I have no opinion?
besides, the other people closest to him are somewhat angry, why would I have no opinion?
Emp. Killyouall
EVIL Emperor
How about invading Iberia or taking northern France? France to go for British isles maybe...
Kan' Sharuminar
Fluffy
That is Carthage - Spain is under total Iberian control. I think a war may be inevitable with them 
Emp. Killyouall
EVIL Emperor
?? whats with ? Its 
? Its
Kan' Sharuminar
Fluffy
Well, as I stated in the last update, it's not as if we have the troops for such a war.
Then again, I am but a lowly senator now
Then again, I am but a lowly senator now
Captain2
ಠ_ృ
psst kan.... one word, revolution!
of course... I would be happy with simply a second in command position
of course... I would be happy with simply a second in command position
Kan' Sharuminar
Fluffy
That's mighty convenient, as you're going to be second in command to PrinceScampey in the Sarmatian War 
Captain2
ಠ_ృ
fine... but i refuse to let him get anywhere near me
steviejay
Now in Black and White!!
Sounds about right......... a loss of prestige is one thing, but I still have the Senate.....StevieJey will not go down without a fight....
Kan' Sharuminar
Fluffy
Very honoured to have you guys using my drawings as avatars 
Slowly I assimilate CFC's avatars
Slowly I assimilate CFC's avatars
Captain2
ಠ_ృ
well you worked hard to draw my skull.... the least i can do is claim it
Maniacal
the green Napoleon
That does NOT look like me! It is a disturbing picture!
Kan' Sharuminar
Fluffy
Meh, it was my first attempt at drawing the full Llama Scamp, and I'm fairly happy with it. You can see what you like in it 
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