steviejay
Now in Black and White!!
Very honoured to have you guys using my drawings as avatars
Slowly I assimilate CFC's avatars
I just wanted everyone to see the face of the Great StevieJey
Heart of the Republic - A Rome: Total War AAR
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I just wanted everyone to see the face of the Great StevieJey
SuperBeaverInc.
Groucho
Very honoured to have you guys using my drawings as avatars
Slowly I assimilate CFC's avatars
Bah! Everyone is just copying me.
Kan' Sharuminar
Fluffy
Heart of the Republic - A Rome: Total War AAR
Part Twenty-Five
226 - 223 BC
Consular StevieJey was quick to recover from the Carthago Nova embarrassment. Early in 225 he travelled to Greece to meet with the Republics allies, the Macedonians. He announced that the alliance between them and Rome was stronger than ever, and that the Republic was fully committed to assisting them when their own wars were over. It was here that he got news that PrinceScampey routed an enemy attack on Fort Exile - despite still waiting for reinforcements - further boosting his stature as Defender of Rome (he never called himself this, of course, but was happy to let the name flourish).
Upon his return to the Senate, he managed a small counter-swipe at his chief opponent when he noted growing unrest in southern Rome - Raisinus Branius constituency. A local uprising had to be put down, though it was rumoured this was due to elements of unrest occurring on Sicily - the local non-Roman population unhappy with the ongoing wars against Carthage and the hostility towards the Greek cities. Syracuse in particular was threatening open revolt - forcing addition garrison units to police the region. It was but a minor annoyance though, given the continued power of Rome.
Carthage, for its part, was still suffering from the glorious Raid, as well as the continued blockade of its main ports. It still maintained a formidable army, apparent by the repulsing of two Numidian offensives at Hippo Regius in 224 and 223. It was not so fortunate in dealing with the so called Republic Special Forces, causing internal havoc wherever possible. The assassination of military captains was becoming commonplace, however a great blow was dealt in 223 when a nobleman - believed to be part of the ruling families of Carthage - was struck down by mysterious circumstances. Not so mysterious to StevieJey, who raised a quiet glass of wine in honour of his elite troops.
The Republic causes disarray in Carthage
The growing threat of Iberia continued throughout these years, as they continued to gather in strength. The revolt of Carthago Nova to its former ruler must have disrupted any plans for an attack on the Republic, a delay that the Senate took no chances in exploiting. A second Special Forces group was sent to destabilise the region (ironically, part of this involved making sure Carthage maintained control of Carthago Nova) and weaken the north for a possible Republic invasion. If such hostilities broke out, that invasion was to be led by General Killyouallus, whos army was formed and began marching in late 224.
Of course, the Republic (and above all, her Senate and Consular) were nothing if not honourable. Before any such actions were taken, they sent over a diplomat to offer Iberia the chance to maintain its control over the peninsula - as long as they paid yearly tribute to Rome. The Iberians did not find this so agreeable, and simply broke off all relations with the Republic. War was undoubtedly coming.
The Republic rides to battle
In the north of course, war was already in full swing as Captainus rode his cavalry army north to meet with PrinceScampey at Iuvavum. He had barely arrived when the Sarmatians attacked him in large number, forcing a small withdrawal. With PrinceScampey depending on him while his own forces besieged the city, Captainus swiftly moved to isolate the enemy reinforcements, forcing them into battle in early 223 BC. Eager to smash the enemy and remove the Roman soldiers fear of the eastern invader, he ordered a full cavalry charge into the enemy lines. With just archer and light cavalry units, he could have been forgiven for thinking the enemy would simply retreat.
They didnt, of course, and actually proved to be a formidable threat to the Roman cavalry, forcing them to withdraw and regroup. Though briefly tempted to call on PrinceScampey for reinforcements, Captainus instead decided that the enemy was only prepared to face the one charge, and gambled on a second assault. This time his forces easily broke through the enemies lines, forcing them into retreat. Victory had come at the cost of over half of his own cavalry, but it had wiped out the first wave of Sarmatian reinforcements.
They were not the last however, as by the end of the year a fresh, and more powerful Sarmatian army had arrived to save the city
Part Twenty-Five
226 - 223 BC
Consular StevieJey was quick to recover from the Carthago Nova embarrassment. Early in 225 he travelled to Greece to meet with the Republics allies, the Macedonians. He announced that the alliance between them and Rome was stronger than ever, and that the Republic was fully committed to assisting them when their own wars were over. It was here that he got news that PrinceScampey routed an enemy attack on Fort Exile - despite still waiting for reinforcements - further boosting his stature as Defender of Rome (he never called himself this, of course, but was happy to let the name flourish).
Upon his return to the Senate, he managed a small counter-swipe at his chief opponent when he noted growing unrest in southern Rome - Raisinus Branius constituency. A local uprising had to be put down, though it was rumoured this was due to elements of unrest occurring on Sicily - the local non-Roman population unhappy with the ongoing wars against Carthage and the hostility towards the Greek cities. Syracuse in particular was threatening open revolt - forcing addition garrison units to police the region. It was but a minor annoyance though, given the continued power of Rome.
Carthage, for its part, was still suffering from the glorious Raid, as well as the continued blockade of its main ports. It still maintained a formidable army, apparent by the repulsing of two Numidian offensives at Hippo Regius in 224 and 223. It was not so fortunate in dealing with the so called Republic Special Forces, causing internal havoc wherever possible. The assassination of military captains was becoming commonplace, however a great blow was dealt in 223 when a nobleman - believed to be part of the ruling families of Carthage - was struck down by mysterious circumstances. Not so mysterious to StevieJey, who raised a quiet glass of wine in honour of his elite troops.
The Republic causes disarray in Carthage
The growing threat of Iberia continued throughout these years, as they continued to gather in strength. The revolt of Carthago Nova to its former ruler must have disrupted any plans for an attack on the Republic, a delay that the Senate took no chances in exploiting. A second Special Forces group was sent to destabilise the region (ironically, part of this involved making sure Carthage maintained control of Carthago Nova) and weaken the north for a possible Republic invasion. If such hostilities broke out, that invasion was to be led by General Killyouallus, whos army was formed and began marching in late 224.
Of course, the Republic (and above all, her Senate and Consular) were nothing if not honourable. Before any such actions were taken, they sent over a diplomat to offer Iberia the chance to maintain its control over the peninsula - as long as they paid yearly tribute to Rome. The Iberians did not find this so agreeable, and simply broke off all relations with the Republic. War was undoubtedly coming.
The Republic rides to battle
In the north of course, war was already in full swing as Captainus rode his cavalry army north to meet with PrinceScampey at Iuvavum. He had barely arrived when the Sarmatians attacked him in large number, forcing a small withdrawal. With PrinceScampey depending on him while his own forces besieged the city, Captainus swiftly moved to isolate the enemy reinforcements, forcing them into battle in early 223 BC. Eager to smash the enemy and remove the Roman soldiers fear of the eastern invader, he ordered a full cavalry charge into the enemy lines. With just archer and light cavalry units, he could have been forgiven for thinking the enemy would simply retreat.
They didnt, of course, and actually proved to be a formidable threat to the Roman cavalry, forcing them to withdraw and regroup. Though briefly tempted to call on PrinceScampey for reinforcements, Captainus instead decided that the enemy was only prepared to face the one charge, and gambled on a second assault. This time his forces easily broke through the enemies lines, forcing them into retreat. Victory had come at the cost of over half of his own cavalry, but it had wiped out the first wave of Sarmatian reinforcements.
They were not the last however, as by the end of the year a fresh, and more powerful Sarmatian army had arrived to save the city
Captain2
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Hooray for my victorious ways!
Emp. Killyouall
EVIL Emperor
Oh yes... war with Iberia, please... I guess I am going to have to change my avatar into something drawable, then?
IronMan2055
Korra 2011
I demand to see an atom wearing a toga!
nodikus
It's Elementary...
How does the military of the iberians match up to what we have in the region?
Also whats the state of our relations with germany?
Also whats the state of our relations with germany?
Kan' Sharuminar
Fluffy
Heart of the Republic - A Rome: Total War AAR
Part Twenty-Five
The Battle of Iuvavum
Following the destruction of one Sarmatian army at the hands of Captainus, PrinceScampey could be forgiven for feeling pretty secure in his siege of Iuvavum city. Not expecting another attack for at least a year, he was fairly surprised when a large Sarmatian force suddenly appeared and, with the help of the garrison forces in the city, attacked him directly. In the middle of the winter season!
In terms of numbers the two sides were roughly equal, with the enemy having a slight advantage in arms. However, while the Sarmatians managed to equal the Republics ability to wield large armies, they lacked the discipline and training of their Roman counterparts. Their main advantage came with their formidable ranged units - their fast moving cavalry and their archers, which were able to attack at distance and defend themselves if forced into a melee.
PrinceScampeys army remains organised and ready for war
The Romans however, had an advantage in that their own forces were already combined - Captainus cavalry forces were marching in from PrinceScampeys immediate south. The Sarmatians were split in two, and PrinceScampeys scouts informed him the second wave was not to be expected for several hours.
With that in mind the General ordered a simple battle plan - his own forces were to stay in formation and face off against the first enemy army, while Captainus cavalry launched a hit and run strike on their flanks. Following that, the two Roman armies would join together and await the arrival of the second force - if it were brave enough to continue the fight, that is.
Despite the confidence, PrinceScampey knew how important this battle was. It had been many years since the Republic had been threatened by such a large force in an open battle, and the Sarmatians utilised tactics and units unlike any of the western European armies the Republic had faced before. They were different, and that frightened his troops. Like the Second Battle of Tarentum - against Greece fifty years before - a victory here could give the moral boost to end the fear of Sarmatia once and for all.
Captainus forces charge into the enemy flank
The opening of the battle played out better than PrinceScampey had expected. The Sarmatian army, rather than waiting or even maintaining formation, split off its cavalry troops to deal with the threat from Captainus almost immediately. The second-in-command simply awaited them to come closer, then unleashed the bulk of his forces into glorious battle, forcing most of the enemy to rout, or at least be tied down until their destruction.
PrinceScampey meanwhile, held firm, only letting loose two of his own cavalry units to deal with some Sarmatian archer divisions that had pushed forward to provoke his army. It was then he realised how quickly battle plans can be forced to change, as word spread that the second Sarmatian force - not expected for some time - had arrived behind Captainus own lines!
Realising that the last thing he needed was for the two enemy armies to link up, there was no choice but to launch an attack on the nearest Sarmatian force then hope to regroup in time. Captainus himself realised the threat and, having finished off his own initial attack, pulled his own forces back together and prepared for a suicidal charge on the second force, hoping to slow it down in time for PrinceScampey to prepare his defence.
The two armies clash
The major part of the battle took place in the central lines, where the bulk of both armies engaged in battle. While this resulted in a stalemate of sorts - the last thing PrinceScampey needed - the most crucial struggle came in the forest to the right flank, where the Gallic heavy infantry fought off the remaining enemy cavalry forces and, more crucially, the enemy general. While these brave swordsmen were practically wiped out before retreating, they held down the enemy forces long enough for Scampeys own cavalry to arrive and destroy them - the death of their general causing a chain reaction that saw the whole army collapse in desperation and withdraw. PrinceScampey was now free to prepare for the second enemy force.
Captainus had no such luxury of preparation, as almost as soon as he had reorganised his own force, several forward units of the second Sarmatian army were attacking and attempting to sweep clear his Roman troops. With the rest of their army not far behind, and with PrinceScampey still dealing with the remnants of the first force, Captainus decided he had no choice but to launch a headlong charge into the enemy lines. Knowing it could be their last charge, but with the glory of Rome behind them, they smashed into the left flank of the enemy, causing the disruption needed as PrinceScampey completed his regrouping movement.
The initial charge alone caused hundreds of Roman casualties, but the ensuing carnage virtually wiped out the rest of Captainus force. Seeing little hope in continuing his attack, he ordered a retreat from the battlefield and trusted he had bought enough time for PrinceScampey to regroup.
He had, and the commander of the Army of the North was already bracing his tired troops for the final clash. Their arrows spent, all that could be done was another head-on collision of both forces, and as such he began the push forward. His enemy counterpart, of course, had other ideas, and attempted a cavalry charge - through the same forest where his partner had been killed - designed to destroy the Romans right flank. The rest of his force - consisting of archers and infantry - moved to engage the rest of the Roman army in the open fields.
PrinceScampey leads the charge
Knowing that the moral of his men was now weakening, PrinceScampey personally led the charge into the forest, and came head to head with none other than the enemy warlord! Seeing another chance to force an enemy army into chaos, his own unit fought hand to hand with the opposing general, not getting the kill, but forcing him to flee.
Sensing defeat, the Sarmatian army unleashed the last of its reserves into the battle - primarily to protect the warlord, but also in the desperate hope of breaking the spirit of the Roman soldiers. With little left to lose, PrinceScampey ordered the same - the extra weight finally breaking the enemy and forcing them into retreat.
The battle is over almost
Standard Roman military protocol demanded that Generals allow their enemy to withdraw safely, if they were obviously crushed. Perhaps it was the amount of Roman dead lying on the battlefield, perhaps PrinceScampey was to remind the soldiers - friendly and enemy - that he was the son of the most feared Roman commander to date, but he ignored such niceties and personally led the charge to slaughter as many of the enemy as possible. His own chase after the Sarmatian warlord saw the enemy general escape by a mere second, but the rest of his troops faired far better, wiping out the bulk of the retreating force - in particular the dreaded archer units. From this, it was assumed that this alone would ensure the Roman forces a quiet winter - possibly they would be unopposed until the city of Iuvavum fell to the siege.
Regardless, the largest battle the Republic had ever seen was over, and the Roman Army of the North remained a powerful force despite the loss of most of Captainus cavalry. The message that StevieJey had intended when he allowed an invasion was fulfilled - Rome was not to be messed with
Part Twenty-Five
The Battle of Iuvavum
Following the destruction of one Sarmatian army at the hands of Captainus, PrinceScampey could be forgiven for feeling pretty secure in his siege of Iuvavum city. Not expecting another attack for at least a year, he was fairly surprised when a large Sarmatian force suddenly appeared and, with the help of the garrison forces in the city, attacked him directly. In the middle of the winter season!
In terms of numbers the two sides were roughly equal, with the enemy having a slight advantage in arms. However, while the Sarmatians managed to equal the Republics ability to wield large armies, they lacked the discipline and training of their Roman counterparts. Their main advantage came with their formidable ranged units - their fast moving cavalry and their archers, which were able to attack at distance and defend themselves if forced into a melee.
PrinceScampeys army remains organised and ready for war
The Romans however, had an advantage in that their own forces were already combined - Captainus cavalry forces were marching in from PrinceScampeys immediate south. The Sarmatians were split in two, and PrinceScampeys scouts informed him the second wave was not to be expected for several hours.
With that in mind the General ordered a simple battle plan - his own forces were to stay in formation and face off against the first enemy army, while Captainus cavalry launched a hit and run strike on their flanks. Following that, the two Roman armies would join together and await the arrival of the second force - if it were brave enough to continue the fight, that is.
Despite the confidence, PrinceScampey knew how important this battle was. It had been many years since the Republic had been threatened by such a large force in an open battle, and the Sarmatians utilised tactics and units unlike any of the western European armies the Republic had faced before. They were different, and that frightened his troops. Like the Second Battle of Tarentum - against Greece fifty years before - a victory here could give the moral boost to end the fear of Sarmatia once and for all.
Captainus forces charge into the enemy flank
The opening of the battle played out better than PrinceScampey had expected. The Sarmatian army, rather than waiting or even maintaining formation, split off its cavalry troops to deal with the threat from Captainus almost immediately. The second-in-command simply awaited them to come closer, then unleashed the bulk of his forces into glorious battle, forcing most of the enemy to rout, or at least be tied down until their destruction.
PrinceScampey meanwhile, held firm, only letting loose two of his own cavalry units to deal with some Sarmatian archer divisions that had pushed forward to provoke his army. It was then he realised how quickly battle plans can be forced to change, as word spread that the second Sarmatian force - not expected for some time - had arrived behind Captainus own lines!
Realising that the last thing he needed was for the two enemy armies to link up, there was no choice but to launch an attack on the nearest Sarmatian force then hope to regroup in time. Captainus himself realised the threat and, having finished off his own initial attack, pulled his own forces back together and prepared for a suicidal charge on the second force, hoping to slow it down in time for PrinceScampey to prepare his defence.
The two armies clash
The major part of the battle took place in the central lines, where the bulk of both armies engaged in battle. While this resulted in a stalemate of sorts - the last thing PrinceScampey needed - the most crucial struggle came in the forest to the right flank, where the Gallic heavy infantry fought off the remaining enemy cavalry forces and, more crucially, the enemy general. While these brave swordsmen were practically wiped out before retreating, they held down the enemy forces long enough for Scampeys own cavalry to arrive and destroy them - the death of their general causing a chain reaction that saw the whole army collapse in desperation and withdraw. PrinceScampey was now free to prepare for the second enemy force.
Captainus had no such luxury of preparation, as almost as soon as he had reorganised his own force, several forward units of the second Sarmatian army were attacking and attempting to sweep clear his Roman troops. With the rest of their army not far behind, and with PrinceScampey still dealing with the remnants of the first force, Captainus decided he had no choice but to launch a headlong charge into the enemy lines. Knowing it could be their last charge, but with the glory of Rome behind them, they smashed into the left flank of the enemy, causing the disruption needed as PrinceScampey completed his regrouping movement.
The initial charge alone caused hundreds of Roman casualties, but the ensuing carnage virtually wiped out the rest of Captainus force. Seeing little hope in continuing his attack, he ordered a retreat from the battlefield and trusted he had bought enough time for PrinceScampey to regroup.
He had, and the commander of the Army of the North was already bracing his tired troops for the final clash. Their arrows spent, all that could be done was another head-on collision of both forces, and as such he began the push forward. His enemy counterpart, of course, had other ideas, and attempted a cavalry charge - through the same forest where his partner had been killed - designed to destroy the Romans right flank. The rest of his force - consisting of archers and infantry - moved to engage the rest of the Roman army in the open fields.
PrinceScampey leads the charge
Knowing that the moral of his men was now weakening, PrinceScampey personally led the charge into the forest, and came head to head with none other than the enemy warlord! Seeing another chance to force an enemy army into chaos, his own unit fought hand to hand with the opposing general, not getting the kill, but forcing him to flee.
Sensing defeat, the Sarmatian army unleashed the last of its reserves into the battle - primarily to protect the warlord, but also in the desperate hope of breaking the spirit of the Roman soldiers. With little left to lose, PrinceScampey ordered the same - the extra weight finally breaking the enemy and forcing them into retreat.
The battle is over almost
Standard Roman military protocol demanded that Generals allow their enemy to withdraw safely, if they were obviously crushed. Perhaps it was the amount of Roman dead lying on the battlefield, perhaps PrinceScampey was to remind the soldiers - friendly and enemy - that he was the son of the most feared Roman commander to date, but he ignored such niceties and personally led the charge to slaughter as many of the enemy as possible. His own chase after the Sarmatian warlord saw the enemy general escape by a mere second, but the rest of his troops faired far better, wiping out the bulk of the retreating force - in particular the dreaded archer units. From this, it was assumed that this alone would ensure the Roman forces a quiet winter - possibly they would be unopposed until the city of Iuvavum fell to the siege.
Regardless, the largest battle the Republic had ever seen was over, and the Roman Army of the North remained a powerful force despite the loss of most of Captainus cavalry. The message that StevieJey had intended when he allowed an invasion was fulfilled - Rome was not to be messed with
Captain2
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wait, have not finished reading the update, i just began a suicide charge, I predict i die....
*edit* umm... i take it i didnt die?
*edit* umm... i take it i didnt die?
Kan' Sharuminar
Fluffy
The Iberians seem fairly scattered, with their main armies still in the south. I didn't see anything threatening at the border.
Relations with Germany are fine at the moment, though they're not willing to join in the war against Sarmatia.
So that's a no
Captain2
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I get the feeling i've gone from Captianus I, the General to Captainus II, Crazy as a barbarian
how have you decided to play new Captain?
how have you decided to play new Captain?
Kan' Sharuminar
Fluffy
I'm a little bit disorientated myself from the break between updates. I think you are Captainus II right now, but it's easier to refer to the character without the II.
Regardless, I'm half starting afresh, so it makes no difference. Point is you didn't die in this battle, though most of your men did
Regardless, I'm half starting afresh, so it makes no difference. Point is you didn't die in this battle, though most of your men did
Captain2
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I find this rather funny I have yet to die in battle, yet I've tempted fate enough
Kan' Sharuminar
Fluffy
Maniacal
the green Napoleon
WAHOOOO! iPwn.
Captain2
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that wasnt really in battle though, Cold is not an enemy since it has made no formal declaration
Kan' Sharuminar
Fluffy
Word of warning: I probably won't get another update out in the next few days. Finally got some work coming in, though since it basically involves taking a door off, guarding the area as we get a new one, then replacing it, it may be sooner than I expect. We shall see.
Maniacal
the green Napoleon
AHA! I figured out how to fix my drawing! My llama does not have a (or at least not much) chin, in fact, there is little or no distinction between where the neck ends and the head begins.
IronMan2055
Korra 2011
you just managed to ignore the fact that an army that you controlled just killed more than 2000 people.
In other news I think we should put stuff to vote like we used to.
In other news I think we should put stuff to vote like we used to.
Maniacal
the green Napoleon
Please explain.
I am planning on writting soemthing more than iPwn but I havn't had time yet, if that's what you mean.
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