tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13760800019300144222024-03-18T15:26:42.775-07:00Storm within the EmpireDBA 3.0 armies, projects and campaigns set in the ancient, medieval and fantasy periods. Timurilankhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12856114016218310524noreply@blogger.comBlogger599125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1376080001930014422.post-16920165121868106242024-03-18T15:26:00.000-07:002024-03-18T15:26:02.326-07:00The reign of Chlodovech 481-511<p>The
expansion of the Frankish Kingdom, during the reign of Chlodovech (Clovis), lends
well to a linear campaign, beginning with the elimination of his rivals on
succeeding to the throne (481), attacking Syagrius of Soissons (486), followed
by the Thuringians (491), then a decisive confrontation with the Alamanni ending
at the Battle of Tolbiac (496), the Burgundian civil war (500), a campaign against
Armorica (501) and the wars with the Visigoths (507) resulting in the unification
of the Frankish kingdom. </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">This is
more interesting as the Frankish army transforms from an early period (II/72d) to
a Merovingian force (III/5a) supported by Gallo-Roman troops and the addition
of a mounted arm. The next weeks, each phase will be played out followed by a
brief report with photos.</span> </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">481 - Early
Frankish II/72d versus rivals a similar list.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">486 - Early
Frankish II/72d versus the Patrician Roman II/82.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">491 - Early
Frankish II/72d versus the Thuringian II/73.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">496 - Early
Frankish II/72d or III/5 versus the Alamanni II/72b.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">500 -
Merovingian III/5 versus the Burgundi II/70a.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">501 -
Merovingian III/5 versus Armorica II/81c. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">507 -
Merovingian III/5 versus the Later Visigoths II/83. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">508 –
Baptism.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">511 -
Death.<o:p></o:p></span></p>Timurilankhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12856114016218310524noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1376080001930014422.post-31308014376240481052024-02-27T01:54:00.000-08:002024-02-27T01:54:10.315-08:00The Huns vs. the Burgundi<p>Following
the end of the Roman civil war of 432, Aetius, now <i>comes et magister
utriusque militiae</i>, devoted his attention to restoring the political
situation in Gaul. The Burgundi of King Gundacar would be a first priority;
however, some sources indicate this was completely executed by Hunnic forces.
No Roman forces are mentioned in the sources nor strengths listed other than
the alleged figure of 20,000 Burgundi killed, including King Gundacar (Hydatius). </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">These games
bring the Huns (II/80d) in contact with the Burgundi (II/70a) both are double
size commands of 24 elements each. Terrain pieces placed by the defender are one
village, a difficult hill and two wood and road.</span> </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Game one<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">The
Burgundi take a defensive position using a difficult hill and wood to secure their
flanks. As an extra precaution, troops are positioned on the far right to deal
with any enemy flanking attempts. This proved prudent as the arrival of the
Hunnic horde extended beyond that of the Burgundi. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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anticipated, the Huns probe the Burgundi right for any weaknesses.</p>
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move, the Burgundi advance their battle line exposing their left for a brief moment.
The gap was quickly sealed tight by warriors from the second line.</p>
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approaching Burgundi threatened the Hunnic centre, but this did not deter the
fighting on the flanks. Casualties mounted equally for both armies.</p>
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desperate attempt to deal the final blow, the Burgundi charged the enemy centre
with convincing effect. The Huns withdrew from the field to make plans for
another day. Burgundi 8 – 6.</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">The
Burgundi formed two wings of equal strength and positioned them on either side
of a village. The Huns placed the majority of their force facing the Burgundi
right while a second force, led by a sub-general, would probe the Burgundi left.
<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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Burgundi began the battle by sending skirmishers to seize the hill. From there,
they could harass the enemy cavalry on either side, however, the attempt proved
fatal, as they were intercepted near the base of the hill. Pressing an
advantage, the Huns engaged the Burgundi left.</p>
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majority of the battle took place against the Burgundi left with the Burgundi
right remaining in position as the Hunnic main body remained still. During the
battle, the loss of the sub-general meant the collapse of the Burgundi left. A general
retreat was called and with the majority of the Hunnic force not employed, they
would be eager for the pursuit. The Huns 8 – 3.</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Observations</span></b><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Game one</span></b><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"> proved a challenge as the Burgundi took
the offensive to assault the Hunnic centre. This created a dilemma for the Huns
being committed to a two-pronged attack against the Burgundi flanks leaving its
centre inert. Scrambling to recover, the Hun readied its centre leaving the
flanks vulnerable. This proved fatal forcing the Hun to retreat. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Game two</span></b><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"> was a complete disaster for the
Burgundi. Low pip scores resulted in the Burgundi remaining motionless throughout
the battle in contrast to the Huns, who enjoyed the day. In close combat,
warband fighting mounted have the same combat tactor, however, Hunnic mobility
proved effective to strike exposed flanks or supporting an element already
engaged. <o:p></o:p></span></p>Timurilankhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12856114016218310524noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1376080001930014422.post-2121905085250992942024-02-15T02:07:00.000-08:002024-02-15T02:07:47.887-08:00Late Imperial Rome vs. Sassan<p>In response
to recent Sassanian transgressions, Rome crossed the frontier of Northern Mesopotamia.
Ultimately, Rome was surprised and promptly deployed on a plain situated between
difficult hills and a deserted village. Under a cloud of dust, the Persians amassed
its elephant corps and Immortals to form its main assault against the legions
and the Asavaran cavalry, forming a secondary group would strike the Roman
right wing.</p>
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Persians advance closing the distance to the Roman formations.</p>
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elephant corps and Immortals successfully brave the storm of arrows and bolts
to crash into the Roman line, the impact destroyed a major portion of the enemy
line to expose the Roman CinC and staff.</p>
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unsuccessful, the secondary assault regrouped to repeat their charge to mirror
the effect created further up the line. The Roman centre ceased to exist, putting
the army to flight. <b>Sassan 8 – 3.</b></p>
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subsequent engagement, Rome formed a solid line, legions on the right, bowmen
and artillery in the centre and the majority of the cavalry on the left. To
counter Rome’s intended assault against its left, the Persians placed its
levies to face the legion and placed the elephant corps and supporting Asavaran
cavalry to face the mobile Roman wing.</p>
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the deployment, both sides formed independent groups and positioned them beyond
the village.</p>
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sweep aside the levies, the legions advanced. Supporting their effort, the
archers and artillery wreaked havoc among the Asavaran left of the levies. At this
time, the Roman mobile wing remained in position awaiting the assault to come.</p>
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encountered stiff resistance from the levies, which seriously delayed the
overall plan to destroy the Persian centre. Nonetheless, Roman cataphract and
archers proved effective at disrupting the Persian formations in centre.</p>
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situation changed when the Persian centre recovered well enough to counter the
Roman effort. The initiative now in hand, the elephant corps and cavalry
support continued their advance.</p>
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approached, Rome successfully destroyed the Persian centre, but found both its own
flanks shattered, forcing Rome to retreat. <b>Sassan 8 to 6 + 4Hd</b>.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><b>Observations</b><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Persia was
extremely fortunate in game one, needing five turns to destroy the Roman army.
Rome was at a disadvantage deploying first enabling the Persians to ideally
place its elephant corps. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Game two
was hard fought and could easily have ended in a Roman victory. Despite the plague
of low pip scores for Rome, it could make effective use of the artillery and
archers. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></p>Timurilankhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12856114016218310524noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1376080001930014422.post-20388121582231114702024-02-08T00:19:00.000-08:002024-02-08T00:19:36.431-08:00Rome against the Goths<p>From their recently
established kingdom in southern Gaul, the Goths plundered nearby Roman lands and
lay siege to the city of Arles in 427. The Magister Equitum assigned to defend
Gaul, collected troops to relieve the city. Aside from the scant number of
field army units, Germanic troops made an additional portion of the army as
well as an independent tribe of Huns. The Goths, who had established themselves
a decade before in Aquitania and Novempopulania, had supplanted the Roman
governors and other bureaucratic officials, yet many Roman citizens opted to
remain behind, among them included garrison and auxiliary units. </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Forces<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Both commands, Patrician
Roman and Early Visigoths, are double size and include a sub-general.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><b>Terrian</b><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">To
be placed by the defender, a BUA (hamlet), a road, one gentle hill and two
wood. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Game one<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">The
Visigoths amassed their cavalry on the right, preparing to encircle the Roman
flank resting on the village. At the same time, Visigothic infantry in centre
and citizen auxilia would hold the legions at bay. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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encircling maneuver floundered against the wily Huns, prompting the Visigothic
warlord to change his attack plans.</p>
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clashed and buckled, eventually the Visigothic heavy cavalry broke the
Feoderati, breaching the Roman line. </p>
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Roman right, the cavalry could make no impression on the auxilia and were
repulsed with each effort. The conflict changed when Gothic skirmishers emerged
from the wood to seal a victory for the <b>Visigoths, 9 – 2</b>.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Game two<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">A
subsequent battle found the Visigothic infantry defending a gentle hill in
centre and flanked to either side, the Gothic cavalry. Auxilia infantry and
skirmishers protected the rear area in anticipation of a Hunnic encirclement. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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the distance to approach the Visigothic centre. This left their left flank
exposed, an opportunity the Visigoths seize upon. As the Visigothic cavalry
moved to strike the exposed Roman flank, Hunnic cavalry appeared around the
wood.</p>
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to the attack, the Visigothic cavalry struck the Roman equites, but with fewer
number. The entire battle line shuddered with the clash of sword on shields.</p>
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lancers and legionnaires streamed through the gaps in the Visigothic centre
effectively breaking them to continue the fight. <b>Rome 8 – 2</b>.</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Observations<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">I have not
used this matched pair, Patrician Roman and the Later Visigoths, and was
therefore pleased with the results. Strengths and weakness were balanced for
both sides, despite the high percentage of barbarian troops employed by Rome.
The Huns tied down Visigothic reserves and in game two, arrived in time to
reduce the enemy cavalry of their full potential. <o:p></o:p></span></p>Timurilankhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12856114016218310524noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1376080001930014422.post-84530398035215832582024-02-04T01:02:00.000-08:002024-02-04T01:02:16.940-08:00Late Imperial Rome vs. the Huns<p>The
recently completed Huns had their baptism against an equally new Late Imperial
East Roman army. Both armies were double size commands giving a decided
advantage to Rome of two ballistae and two elements of solid bow. </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Deploying its
force between wood and village, Rome viewed a Hunnic horde spread across a broad
front. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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Roman left, the Huns met stiff resistance from the auxilia infantry and light
horse posted there. The fighting soon escalated as more Huns joined the
conflict in progress.</p>
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breakthrough on the Roman left, the Hunnic warlord opened a second attack on
the Roman right. Both efforts failed to bring the desired result, the warlord broke
off the battle to leave Rome the field. <b>Rome 8 – 3.</b></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><o:p> </o:p></span>In a
subsequent engagement, both sides deployed similarly. However, Rome emboldened
by their recent victory, marched their battle line forward to bring their
ballistae and archers in range.</p>
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ballistae bolt and arrows provoked the Huns to attack the Roman line, but these
were beaten back with the help of supporting troops. Casualties among the Huns rapidly
escalated, leaving the Hun searching for a desperate solution.</p>
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presence of Tengri, the Huns redoubled their effort and in 30 minutes (2
turns), shattered both Roman flanks even the carnage (7 – 7). Regaining the
initiative, Rome beat back the Hunnic fury to claim a <b>Pyrrhic victory, 8 - 7.</b></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Rome eager
for battle, left its defensive position to advance toward the enemy in game
two. This brought ballistae and archers in range and within a relative short
period Hunnic LH were quickly destroyed to bring the score 6 – 1 for Rome. This
provoked a number of suicidal attacks by the Huns resulting in the destruction
of all Roman cataphracts and an element each of auxilia infantry and archers.,
bring the score to an even 7 – 7. Worth replaying another time. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></p>Timurilankhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12856114016218310524noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1376080001930014422.post-53871814831387125482024-01-25T07:14:00.000-08:002024-01-25T07:14:34.047-08:00The Huns<p>One month
ago, I ordered Blue Moon Huns to replace the single command of Old Glory
figures. Using the Alans to play a double size command did not seem right,
therefore an order was placed for the Blue Moon figures. The four packs ordered
filled exactly two commands (one leader, two of horse archers and one with
javelins). </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">The lower
torso of the rider is cast with the horse leaving the upper torso to be fitted
in a myriad of combinations. The castings require little cleaning and the pin,
under the upper torse needs to be trimmed a bit. You may note a number of Huns twisting
in the saddle to shot or throw a javelin to their right. Nice that.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Clothing,
breeches, topcoat and caps, were painted in six colours, horses in four,
leather equipment in three; which produced a wide variety of colour
combinations.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Horse tail
standards were made using brass rod (1mm, 0.8mm and 0.5mm) and horsetails were
covered with Milliput. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><b>II/80d</b><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">1 x Hun general (Cv), 1 x Hun sub-general (LH), 22 x Hun
horse archers (LH). <span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><b>First
command</b><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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command</b></p>
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double size command with a single die for movement can prove daunting, more so
when using the collision course variant. The following test was to see if two
games could be played in an evening. The only change to the rule variant was an
increase of the deployment zone. 3BW on either side of the centre line would be
adequate for a column two elements wide by four deep.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Test game.</b></p><p class="MsoNormal">The
vanguard of each army and the head of the second column are place (to the
right, the French, left, the Feudal Spanish).</p>
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third column appeared shortly thereafter. Waiting for the arrival of the
rearguard, the French sent their cavalry to cover the deployment of the
infantry.</p>
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a wayward French column arrives, but in that time, the Spanish have formed
their battle line with flanks protected by difficult terrain.</p>
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approach of French cavalry, the Spanish cavalry formed a line behind their
skirmishers and crossbowmen. Elsewhere, the French pace their advance to come
in lockstep with the cavalry on the left.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><b>Note</b>: three
hours have passed (twelve turns) with no melees or shooting. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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and fighting erupt across the entire front. On the Spanish right, the
skirmishers sprint to the cover of nearby woods, allowing their cavalry to
engage the French. The Spanish quickly gain the upper hand in the cavalry fight,
pushing back their enemy onto their second line causing a heavy toll of French casualties.
Resistance collapsed as the army’s left flank became exposed. The French called
for a retreat to save what remained of the army. Feudal Spanish 8, West Franks
5.</p>
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sixteen was a turning point for the French, the score an even at 3 – 3,
suddenly collapsed as the French lost five elements. Total time from set up to
end of game took a little over an hour.</p>Timurilankhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12856114016218310524noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1376080001930014422.post-7760787802044642872024-01-09T00:01:00.000-08:002024-01-09T00:01:51.880-08:00Rome and the Jewish Revolt<p>There were
a series of large-scale revolts by the Jews of Judaea and the Eastern
Mediterranean against the Roman Empire between 66 and 135 CE The First
Jewish–Roman War (66–73 CE) and the Bar Kokhba revolt (132–136 CE) are better
documented when compared to the campaigns against the barbarians across the
Rhine and Danube rivers. With the exception of Beth Haron, the First Jewish War
is characterized as a series of sieges, ending with the sacking of Jerusalem. In
contrast, the Bar Kokhba rebellion, free of the dissention as experienced
during the first revolt, waged a protracted guerilla war against Rome, this serves
as the backdrop for the following two battles. </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Terrain<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Jewish
forces defend in hilly terrain consisting of three difficult hills, a road and
hamlet.</span> </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Game one<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">The rebels
took a position along the heights behind the village and straddling the road
Jewish regular troops could be seen. Light armed troops extended the rebel position
further to their right. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Setting aside
any idea of finesse, Rome would take the village and sweep sweeping the hills
clear of any rebel resistance. The cavalry would turn the rebel flank and cut
off their avenue of retreat. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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grim determination, the rebels sent light troops to seize the hill which split
the Roman deployment.</p>
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its auxilia on the left could deal with rebel skirmishers, Rome advanced its
legion against the village while auxilia prepared to sweep the hills on their
right.</p>
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skirmishers engage the auxilia for possession of the hill and supporting zealots
find an opportunity to attack the left flank of the legion.</p>
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skirmishers proved no match against the auxilia and were slowly driven back off
the hill. At its base, the zealots begin to experience heavy casualties.</p>
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legion swept through the village, the rebel leader ordered the regulars to help
defend the village. Too little and too late, the high number of casualties
prompted the flight of the rebels. Tomorrow would be another day. Rome 8+3Hd –
1</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Positions
reversed, Rome deployed its legion outside the village and positioned the auxilia
to occupy it and the surrounding hills. The cavalry deployed on the right of
the legion. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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the rebels opened the battle pressing forward to attack the village and contest
possession of the hill position to its flank.</p>
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under pressure from twice their number, Roman auxilia begin to give ground. Elsewhere,
the rebels seemed hesitant to enter the village as the Roman auxilia were
supported by archers.</p>
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ballistae repositioned itself to better support the defense of the village and as
ballistae bolts rained on rebel formations, these withdrew to a safer distance.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Meanwhile
on the Roman left, after beating the rebel attack around the hill, the auxilia
withdrew to a nearby second hill position. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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casualties had been heavy throughout the battle, but the rebel forces suffered
twice as many and therefore break off the combat, leaving the field. Rome 8 – 4</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Observations<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Despite the
cavalry advantage, Rome fought both engagements with only its infantry, for the
most part employing all the auxilia with a few legionnaire cohorts in support.</span> </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">While
writing the report, I discovered an oversight regarding the restriction of
shooting to and from a hamlet. This is treated similarly as shooting to or from
difficult hills or woods. No casualties were inflicted, but it did prompt some rebels
to recoil.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Forces<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Jewish
Revolt<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">2 x
generals (3/4Ax), 4 x regulars (4Ax), 4 x masses (5Hd), 4 x masses (3Ax), 4 x
zealots (3Wb), 6 x archers/slingers (Ps).</span> </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Early
Imperial Roman<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">2 x General
(Cv), 2 x equites (Cv), 8 x legionnaires (4Bd), 6 x auxilia infantry (4Ax), 2 x
archers (4Bw), 2 x light horse (LH), 2 x artillery (Art).<o:p></o:p></span></p>Timurilankhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12856114016218310524noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1376080001930014422.post-38685395893160400812024-01-02T01:16:00.000-08:002024-01-02T01:16:23.425-08:00Rome vs. the Batavi<p>In 12 BC, Drusus
launched a major campaign against the Germanic tribes bordering the North Sea,
conquering the Batavi, Frisii and the Chauci near the mouth of the Weser. He continued
his campaign in 11 BC, to conquer the Usipetes and the Marsi and in the
following year, the Chatti and the resurgent Sicambri. Upon reaching the Elbe
River however, further campaigns were cut short in the summer of 9 BC by his
death resulting from a riding accident.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-GB">Terrain:</span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">The Batavi
defend their littoral homeland, giving the defender a waterway, two marsh, one
wood and a BUA (hamlet). <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-GB">Game one</span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Deployed in
dense columns, the Batavi army positioned itself on a stretch of ground between
marsh and woods. To meet the Batavi, the legion formed the centre and, on its
flanks, the auxilia. More auxilia infantry and the cavalry extended the line to
overlap the Batavi army. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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in two groups, the Batavi on the left soon came under heavy ballistae fire.</p>
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unrelenting hail of bolts forced the left wing to change its course in an
attempt to engage the artillery.</p>
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their supporting left wing, the main body of Batavi continued their advance, spurred
on by the presence of their warlord. Unfortunately, the Batavi could make no
impression against the legion and the left wing likewise failed in their
assault against the ballistae. Denied any hope of a victory, the Batavi were
routed when Roman equites struck the open flank of the main body. Rome 8 – 2</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">A
subsequent battle found the Batavi deployed in three groups, between the marsh
and village. The far-right was personally led by their warlord, giving command
of the centre and left flank, to the sub-general. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Rome
deployed in its standard tactical formation. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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right struck first, moving its skirmishers to clear the wood ahead. With their
warlord present, the Batavi warriors moved to engage the auxilia positioned on
that flank.</p>
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situation on the Roman left reached a critical point when half the auxilia
infantry and supporting equites were routed, leaving the ballistae unprotected.
To deal first with the threat to his left, the commander halted the advance of
the legion to send reserve cohorts to deal with the situation.</p>
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by the presence of Roman cavalry, the Batavi continued their destruction of the
Roman left</p>
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the left contained, the legion resumed its march against the Batavi centre.</p>
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the Batavi struck first. Moving in two groups, the battle in centre became hotly
contested, both sides nearing a breaking point. Standing firm, the legion held
its ground to deny the Batavi their chance of a victory. Rome 9 – 6.</span> </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Observations
<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">The option
for a littoral landing was not employed, Rome could easily counter its use.
This left a head on clash with the legion the only option for the Batavi. The dense
formation of ‘heroes’, invaluable in melee, unfortunately slowed the tempo of
attack. What followed, developed into a Roman killing exercise.</span> </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Game two offered
a greater challenge. Under direct control of their warlord, the Batavi right
overran the Roman flank, delaying the main assault by the legion. The situation
eventually reached a critical point when the Batavi destroyed, auxilia, cavalry
and artillery in rapid succession. At this point, things did not move smoothly
for Rome, as further casualties in centre gave Rome a narrow advantage of 7 – 6,
nearing the end of turn seven. With a pip score of one, Roman equites joined an
existing melee to help tip the balance in favour of Rome.</span> </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">The
Batavi<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">1 x general
(Cv), 1 x sub-general (3Wb), 4 x heroes (4Wb), 14 x warriors (3Wb), 4 x
skirmishers (Ps). <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Early
Imperial Roman<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">2 x General
(Cv), 2 x equites (Cv), 8 x legionnaires (4Bd), 6 x auxilia infantry (4Ax), 2 x
archers (4Bw), 2 x light horse (LH), 2 x artillery (Art).<o:p></o:p></span></p>Timurilankhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12856114016218310524noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1376080001930014422.post-80909105563139225742023-12-26T00:07:00.000-08:002023-12-26T00:07:35.649-08:00Rome vs. The Iazyges<p>The Iazyges
became one of many new client-tribes of Rome during the reign of Tiberius, but
details of their service and rewards are vague. Despite their status as a client
state, tribes among the Iazyges conducted raids across the border into the
empire. The situation soon escalated when the Iazyges, together with the Roxolani,
Dacians, and Suebi invaded the Roman province of Pannonia in early 92 AD. Events
are muddled, but highlight the victories of Domitian, but gloss over the
annihilation of the Roman Legio XXI Rapax in battle. Much later, the Iazyges were
again, during the Marcomannic War of 169, in conflict with Rome. but were soundly
defeated by Marcus Aurelius. </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">The following
test games, the Iazyges invade an arable region of Pannonia, consisting of a
BUA (hamlet), two woods, a road, and river. Both commands have 24 elements, the
composition of which can be found below.</span> </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><b>Game one</b><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Rome has
placed its forces to defend in depth. Positioned between a river and hamlet a
third line is placed further to the rear, guarding against any attempt at an
encirclement. Opposing them, the Iazyges have split their force in two, attempting
a two-prong attack, as Rome anticipated.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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in its position, the Iazyges were handed the initiative and moved the main body
of lancers slowly forward to allow the light horse time to distract the Roman
left flank.</p>
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village, Iazyges scouts engaged the Roman light horse, permitting the noble
lancers to move closer in support. The movement against the Roman left was
timed to allow the main body to wheel and face the Roman line.</p>
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Iazyge scouts, the Roman light horse retired to a position behind the village, well
defended by three cohorts of auxilia. As the main enemy body closed the
distance, it came into range of ballistae and archers. The resulting disorder
enabled the Iazyges to make piecemeal attacks, with many being repelled. This
continued for an hour (4 turns) causing light casualties on both sides.</p>
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desperation, half the Iazyges lancers, led by their warlord, charged and broke
the Roman line. The breaches, however, were filled by fresh troops from its reserve
line. Beyond the village, the Iazyges continued to apply pressure eventually destroying
Roman light horse to expose the Roman rear.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">The last of
the reserves turned to face the oncoming threat, but as Roman losses were far
greater than those inflicted on the enemy, Rome had no alternative but to withdraw
from the field. Iazyges 8 - 4<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><b>Game two</b><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Implementing
a different strategy, Rome deployed in an extended line with a portion of the
legion and all the cavalry in reserve. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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village posed a problem for the enemy deployment, the Roman auxilia, with
cavalry in support, moved toward the village in two groups. While this took
place, the Roman main body remained in position, preparing to receive an expected
Iazyges assault.</p>
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village, Roman auxilia were attacked by enemy skirmishers losing two cohorts of
auxilia. Their elation was short, as all the skirmishers were destroyed by the
equites nearby. The equites soon found themselves the target by Iazyges lancers
nearby.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">At this
moment, the main body of Iazyges lancers attempted to time its charge against
the legion. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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the main body of Iazyges faltered (low pips), allowing two cohorts of legionnaires
and artillery to smash a column of lancers. Roman morale lifted prompting more
aggressive action to swing the battle in Rome’s favour.</p>
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further traction, the Iazyges main body could make no impression on the Roman
line, sensing victory slipping from their grasp. Opposite the village, Rome
destroyed enemy light horse and killed their sub-general. The Iazyges left wing
leaderless, the Iazyges warlord called for a retreat. Rome 8 – 5</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><b>Game one</b>, taking
advantage of the narrow field created by the river and village, Rome deployed
in depth to conduct a passive game. By turn nine, casualties were 3 – 2 in
Rome’s favour. The situation soon changed when the Iazyges launched suicidal
attacks giving them a 6 - 4 lead. On the following turn, the Iazyges managed to
cobble a group for one last charge to break Roman resistance. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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Rome discarded the passive option and planned an aggressive defence. The
village offered that opportunity. Moving toward the village, the auxilia split
in two groups to threaten the interior flanks of the Iazyges cavalry. In
response, the Iazyges sent troops to contend with the auxilia, resulting in
fewer numbers meant to crush the Roman legion. The advance of the main body
became disordered by ballistae bolts, requiring valuable time to redress their
formation.</span> </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Forced to
fight two separate battles, Rome deepened the wedge between the two Iazyges wings
and killed the Iazyges sub-general. The resulting confusion (out of command
control of CinC) to a third of the army forced the warlord to end the battle. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">16 x noble
cavalry (3Kn), 2 x scouts (LH), 6 x skirmishing archers (Ps). <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Early
Imperial Roman<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">2 x General
(Cv), 2 x equites (Cv), 8 x legionnaires (4Bd), 6 x auxilia infantry (4Ax), 2 x
archers (4Bw), 2 x light horse (LH), 2 x artillery (Art).<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<br />Timurilankhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12856114016218310524noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1376080001930014422.post-71424601800609202542023-12-19T01:13:00.000-08:002023-12-19T01:13:27.544-08:00Rome vs. the Alani<p>Emperor
Hadrian placed Lucius Flavius Arrianus as governor of Cappadocia, in 132 AD, a
service he continued for six years. Not long after the Bar Kokhba revolt in
Judea, the Alani crossed the Caucuses Mountains to invaded neighbouring
territories, including Cappadocia, where their advance was halted by Arrian's
legions.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Cassius
Dio, Historia Romana<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">See also
<a href="https://members.tripod.com/~S_van_Dorst/Ancient_Warfare/Rome/Sources/ektaxis.html">Arrian’s Array against the Alans</a>.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Game one<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Rome
deployed its legion along a gentle hill, the rocky ground on its left was held
by several cohorts of auxilia. More auxilia and archers were positioned on the
right supported by the cavalry. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Anticipating
Rome would not leave a defensive position, the Alani formed two groups, the
largest would demonstrate against the Roman centre while the lancers of the
second group would crush the open right flank. Alani horse archers on the
extreme flanks would probe for any weakness. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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centre remained halted giving the left flank time to seize a hill to protect
the advance of the lancers. On the extreme right flank, Alani horse archers followed
the advance of Roman auxilia among the rocks.</p>
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with their alignment, the two groups of lancers slowly closed the distance to
the Roman line. On the Roman left, the auxilia left their position among the
rocks to catch the Alani horse archers off guard.</p>
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approach of the Alani toward the Roman centre was met with a shower of
ballistae bolts and arrows, bringing disorder among the Alani ranks. On the
Alani right, the horse archers experienced further problems losing half its
number to Roman auxilia.</p>
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disorder caused by bolts and arrows, the Alani tried in vain to charge the
Roman line. The uncoordinated assaults generated no significant breakthroughs.
Incurring significant losses, the Alani called for a retreat. Rome 8 – 4</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Game two<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Protected
by scrub on both flanks, Rome interspersed its ballistae and archers between
the legionnaires and auxilia. Positioned in a second line were more
legionnaires and forming a third line, the cavalry. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">For this
battle, the Alani grouped all its lancers opposite the Roman position,
anticipating the sheer weight of heavy cavalry would crush the Roman line.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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centre remained in position to allow its horse archers to harass and turn the
Roman flanks. Rome seized the moment to advance 80 paces forward to provoke the
Alani lancers to action.</p>
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forward offered Alani horse archers to catch and destroy a cohort of
legionnaires, but they paid dearly for their impetuousness. </p>
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lancers advanced forward and were met with ballistae bolts and volleys of
arrows. The disorder caused left too few groups to charge and engage the Roman
line. Nonetheless, their charge did cause alarm when Alani lancers broke
through to threaten the Roman second line.</p>
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in centre now evolved into a soldier’s battle forming small combats. Casualties
fell heavily on both sides bringing both forces to reach break point (7 – 7).</p>
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were quick to seize the moment to tip the balance in their favour. Alani 8 – 7.</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Roman
options are limited with fighting in relative open ground (steppe). Game one,
an opportunity opened for the auxilia to harass and destroy horse archers,
forcing the Alani to send more troops from its centre and stabilise the right. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">On the
Roman right flank, the Alani greatly outnumbered their opposition to what could
have developed in a desperate situation. But Rome held its ground, sending its
reserve cavalry to deal with Alani lancers. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Game two
was a tight game. The Alani centre became disordered when greeted by a hail of
bolts and arrows. Alani had to make hard choices, spend pips redress the group
or launch small groups in suicidal charges. Choosing the latter option did
destroy five Roman elements, for the loss of two, in one bound. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Turn five,
Rome took advantage of the chaos to even the score at 7 – 7. Quick off the
mark, the Alani squeezed a Pyrrhic victory, destroying an element of auxilia. <o:p></o:p></span></p>Timurilankhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12856114016218310524noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1376080001930014422.post-57769780410166267382023-12-14T00:01:00.000-08:002023-12-14T00:01:08.607-08:00Late Imperial Rome - eastern army<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB">The
collection of Late Imperial Roman replaces an older one sold earlier this year.
That one had many Germanic figures filling the Roman ranks and would fit well
for the Patrician era. Since their sale, I noticed Old Glory remodelled its Late
Roman legionnaires and auxilia and I found my interest rekindled.</span> </p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-GB">Figures<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB">The thirty-two
elements form two commands, complete with extra elements added for optional
choices. Selection of shield patterns and colour schemes were prepared in
advance and painting began as soon as the figures arrived. Applique decorations
were moulded on the figure making painting a breeze. All legionnaires had
crests on their helmets, the auxilia only half. New shield patterns were
selected for two elements as these would represent Germanic units (Armies and
Enemies of Imperial Rome).</span> </p><p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB">Draco
standards were added to the bases of the legionnaires and cataphract. Extra
standards were placed with the light horse units, improving their appearance.
The Chi-Rho vexillum and purple draco are for the CinC and the ‘victory’ banner,
for the second in command.</span> </p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-GB">Shields<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB">The
collection represents an eastern army comprising of units selected from the Magister
Militum Praesentalis (field army) and Magister Militum per Orientem (frontier
army). The Notitia Dignitatum give no cavalry patterns for the eastern army,
but, comparing both lists (western and eastern) similar units stationed in both
western and eastern armies. These may be the same unit but, representing the
senior and junior status of its recruitment. For the cavalry units, I kept the
design, but varied the colour combination.</span> </p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-GB">Source: </span></b>Notitia
Dignitatum</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p>
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Array</b><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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with Rome are documented, but the Daci had other enemies, such as the
Illyrians, the Boii of Bohemia (Gallic) and of course, among themselves. These test games, Rome is the invader, giving the
Daci terrain advantage. To be placed are two difficult hills, an additional
difficult hill, a wood and BUA (hamlet).</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Game
one.<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">The Dacian battle
line exceeded that of the Rome, as the legion deployed only half its strength in
front to accommodate the auxilia, archers and ballistae. The other half of the
legion formed a reserve with the equites in a second line. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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Dacian line moved a steady trot forward, skirmishers sprinted ahead to take a
position opposite the Roman left flank.</p>
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both the Roman centre and the left flank, the assault came under heavy fire
from archers and the ballistae, resulting in loss of cohesion. Despite this,
the barbarian host moved forward.</p>
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did reach the Roman line were easily repulsed and pursued by legionnaires.</p>
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had taken no more that an hour and a half (6 turns) and for all their fervour,
the Dacian host could not break the Roman wall. Dacia broke off the combat
after severe casualties. Rome 8 – 2</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Game two<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Rome found
the Dacian host occupying a defensive position along the heights of two hills
and continued to reach a village on its right wing. Rome decided it would demonstrate
against the Dacian on the hill and concentrate its attack on the Dacian right
centre. Here were the Sarmatian cavalry and Bastarnae falxmen. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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time to ready its troops into a proper line, meanwhile, the barbarian host did
not stir from their position.</p>
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moved advanced its first line forward. Eager to cross swords, the Dacian host countered
Rome’s attack by wheeling the main body bringing twice as many troops to meet
the Roman line.</p>
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a barbarian rush, Rome contracted its line to make room for the equites to charge
a number of warband columns. Casualties began to mount.</p>
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clash of arms, the Sarmatian lancers slaughtered two cohorts of archers and
continued their pursuit to catch two cohorts of legionnaires. From his forward
position, the Dacian warlord could see half the lancers were repulsed and the
remainder were cut to pieces. The battle had cost the Daci dear and their
leader called for a retreat. Rome 8 – 3.</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">In game
two, both sides had their share of low pips, but Dacia did manage to concentrated
twice as many elements against the Roman first line. The line should have
cracked, in theory, but it did not. Once in contact, Roman blade continually
pushed the enemy back, archers repeatedly repulsed the Sarmatians, until they
could no longer. Adding their weight to the attack, the equites tipped the scales
for Rome. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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AD – 49 AD) army list II/47f, are active during the reign of three Roman
emperors; Tiberius (14 – 37), Caligula (37 – 41) and Claudius (41 – 54). Researching
any campaigns is made difficult as Roman historians referred to many tribes
across the Rhine as Suevi, some use the term Suevi to describe a confederation
of tribes, to include the Alemanni, Quadi and Marcomanni. The Suevi, as
described by Tacitus, are a nomadic folk, having little interest in cultivating
crops or raising domestic animals. What items they lacked were acquired through
the frequent incursions made into the Roman Empire. </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Reviewing
the DBMM army list for the Early German, a Suevian host may be commanded by a
Sarmatian general (3Kn) leading a large number of Sarmatian cavalry. The
Sarmatian, of the period, inhabited a region between the Marcomanni and Quadi
or opposite the Roman provinces of Noricum or Moesia.</span> </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">The
forces<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">The Suevi
invade and find Rome defending an arable district complete with a BUA (hamlet),
two woods, scrub, one difficult hill and a road. The invading Suevi comprise of
four Sarmatian cavalry, sixteen warriors and four skirmishers. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Roman composition has remained unchanged with
one exception, two bowmen (4Bw) have been replaced by two archers (Ps). <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Game one<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Rome have deployed
the bulk of its forces between the village and hill and positioned on the
opposite side of the village are the cavalry and auxilia commanded by the
sub-general. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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warbands moved steadily forward, while the Sarmatian cavalry wheeled to attack
the Roman right wing. Skirting the warband host and Sarmatians, skirmishers
attempt to seize the village.</p>
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host close the distance, but flanking columns are forced to negotiate around the
village and steep hill. Skirmishers sent to take the village find this a harder
task than anticipate as it is fiercely defended by Roman archers.</p>
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the Sarmatian lancers shatter the Roman wing leaving the auxilia scrambling to
form a defensive line. Elsewhere, under a hail of ballistae bolts, the Suevian
host lost its cohesion, but not its determination to close with the Roman line.</p>
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wave of uncoordinated assaults, the Roman centre broke, forcing the general to
call a retreat. Suevi, 8- 5.</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Game two
<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Rome
deployed in two lines with auxilia interspersed among the legionnaires. With
the exception of the light horse, all the cavalry were placed in the second
line as a reserve.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">The Suevi
were forced, by the presence of the village, to split their infantry force in
two wings. The Sarmatian cavalry were placed centrally to run down Roman
infantry. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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its centre in position while auxilia and skirmishers moved to a position to flank
the barbarian horde. This left the unenviable task of holding off the second
Suevian wing of 12 elements to three auxilia. </p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Securing
the village, Roman archers quickly found themselves at the rear of the
barbarian host. As the host neared the Roman centre, ballistae proved effective
at destroying enemy foot and cavalry, among the casualties was their warlord.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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the warband host faltered, Rome smelled victory and attacked the host and the
remaining Sarmatian cavalry. Casualties mounted on both sides, but the timely
use of Roman cavalry effectively turned the battle. Rome victorious, 9 – 5.</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">The
combination of Sarmatian cavalry (3Kn) and warband proved a deadly combination
in game one, sweeping all resistance away. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Game two
lasted 8 turns and proved a meat-grinder with Rome holding a slight lead. On
the Roman left, three auxilia held back three times their number giving the
rest of the army enough time to crush the Sarmatian cavalry and Suevi warband.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Recommended
viewing</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">The Suebi
Reign of Terror. (YouTube)<o:p></o:p></span></p>Timurilankhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12856114016218310524noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1376080001930014422.post-39835189611492812672023-11-28T01:05:00.000-08:002023-11-28T01:05:40.728-08:00Rome vs. the Nobades<p>During the
second century AD, the Nobades migrated to the lands of Kush, eventually
establishing the kingdom of Nobatia by the fourth century. During the period of
expansion, trade flourished between the empire and Nobades, becoming a source
of plunder for wandering tribes resulting in reprisal expeditions sent by
Rome. </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Game
one.<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Rome found
the Nobades deployed in line, their spear armed infantry in centre flanked by archers
and behind the line, could be seen the cavalry and their general. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">To confront
the Nobades, Rome placed its legion in centre and deployed auxilia to deal with
the archers. To deal with any flanking attempts, the cavalry and a few cohorts
of legionnaires were positioned in reserve. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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toward the enemy centre with the auxilia in support.</p>
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clash of arms could be heard along the entire front. In the centre, the
legionnaires and spearmen are evenly matched, but the flanks revealed a
different story. Here, the Nobades gained the upper hand with the help of javelin
armed warriors.</p>
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flanks gave way, Rome had no alternative but to withdraw from the field. The Nobades
8 – 4.</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Game
two<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">A second
engagement found the Nobades deployed in a similar manner, giving Rome an
opportunity to revise its deployment and reinforce its right wing with all the
cavalry. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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remained in position as the enemy line moved forward. On the Roman right, the battle
developed in earnest with archers taking a position among the rocks to support the
rapidly moving infantry and cavalry.</p>
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ballistae bolts fired at the approaching Nobade spearmen, effectively breaking
their formation. On the Roman right, the combined assault by the auxilia and
cavalry proved effective, inflicting many casualties. </p>
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the Nobades gained some success, eliminating the ballistae, but seeing its
flanks turned and Roman equites swarming in their rear, the battle was clearly
lost. Rome 8 – 6</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">The
Meroitic Kushites were originally planned for the test series, but the Nobades
seemed appropriate for the early period of the empire. The two lists differ
slightly with the Nobades fielding more spearmen and javelinmen (3Ax), replacing
the Kushite blade. The increased mobility for the infantry helped turn the
battle in game one.</span> </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">In game
two, Rome succeeded by overpowering the Nobades left wing and turn the tide of
battle. This required all pip expenditure to be utilised toward developing a
solid attack against the Nobades left while making small sacrifices elsewhere.
Hard choices. <o:p></o:p></span></p>Timurilankhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12856114016218310524noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1376080001930014422.post-7572820930123017512023-11-26T00:06:00.000-08:002023-11-26T00:06:16.157-08:00Late Roman Draco Standards<p>Building
anew, a Late Roman army for the eastern front, presented me with an opportunity
to order the remodelled legionnaires and auxilia offered by Old Glory. The
difference is very nice; shields are larger and helmets have improved, though
half an auxilia pack are bare-headed (German units?). Not every player will
recognise shield patterns for legion (4Bd) and auxilia (4Ax); to solve the
problem of identification I will add Draco standards to distinguish them and the
elite cavalry units (4Kn/3Kn) from standard equites.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">A dozen
Draco standards were planned, four tor the cavalry and eight for the infantry.
I have produced many Draco standards in the past, but this entailed a long
process with constant correction with much trial and error.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">A lesson
learned, brass wire (.8 mm) was shaped to produce a wavy tail, small head and an
ample foot piece for the standard to be glued to a base.</p>
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was applied to the ‘tail’ only and curled along its length. A moistened needle
served to shape wings and spine. These were left overnight to harden.</p>
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“Late Roman Draco Standards” and you will find examples of the Draco with an
open mouth, eyes on either side above the mouth and on top, a comb. Done this
way, completing the 12 standards took little time to complete and sculpting a
head was easy.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwY2RHjYHWvq32zv6EPceN5_FVz2BVKVni-CJ3tGmp-s4AmHyxRDbLrF4H8XmtbgOYEvP4QyEU1D1vdO8f6PICr2RWbwu32jd-TCLKsRZQ962LrJ0HxVykL0E6NmOqaA3oEUeLJlFVYdKPqA5KYJxthHRnIRGaoGUhPkFBc5HvPmeH3zrPSgJTNjZKIrA/s4608/IMG_6976.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwY2RHjYHWvq32zv6EPceN5_FVz2BVKVni-CJ3tGmp-s4AmHyxRDbLrF4H8XmtbgOYEvP4QyEU1D1vdO8f6PICr2RWbwu32jd-TCLKsRZQ962LrJ0HxVykL0E6NmOqaA3oEUeLJlFVYdKPqA5KYJxthHRnIRGaoGUhPkFBc5HvPmeH3zrPSgJTNjZKIrA/s320/IMG_6976.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><p class="MsoNormal">The
standards turned out well and will be undercoated later this evening. </p>Timurilankhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12856114016218310524noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1376080001930014422.post-48794159107666493342023-11-16T00:48:00.000-08:002023-11-16T00:48:42.716-08:00Rome invade Parthia<p>After
Carrhae, relations between Rome and Parthia remained tense a century later. The
rivalry to control and influence Armenia provoked a number of inconclusive
campaigns. The campaign of 58 to 63 AD ended with Armenia demonstrating nominal
allegiance to Rome, but ruled by a Parthian dynasty. This changed when Trajan
invaded Armenia, annexing it as a Roman province and killing its Parthian
ruler, Parthamasiris. Trajan further demonstrated Rome’s dominance of the
region by invading Parthia to eventually capture the capital of Ctesiphon,</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Our test
matches take place during this period, with a confrontation occurring along the
banks of the Euphrates bordered by an expanse of flat countryside dotted with
rocky features. Both commands are of 24 elements with Parthia conscripting city
militia and mercenaries to meet the Roman invaders.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-GB"><br /></span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-GB">Game one</span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Awaiting
the arrival of Rome, Parthia placed its cataphract, forming two groups, and positioned
its horse archers to both flanks. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Rome formed
its battle line with the Euphrates River securing the right flank and positioned
auxilia and cavalry on the exposed left. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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steadily forward, the Parthian cavalry and city militia marched against the
smaller Roman line while horse archers encircled the open flank.</p>
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archers could make little impression on the Roman line, Charging cataphract did
break through, but breaches in the line were quickly filled by reserve units,
stabilising the front.</p>
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Parthian attack faltering, Rome counter attacked, catching exposed flanks and
isolated units. The quickly mounting casualties forced the Parthian to withdraw
from the field. A victory for Rome 9 – 5.</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-GB">Game two</span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">A subsequent
battle, Parthia altered its deployment and gathered all its cataphract to
create one powerful group. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">To counter
the threat, Rome deployed in a concave formation, with legionnaires, artillery,
archers and equites at its base and the auxilia were placed at its tips, to
deal with horse archers and militia archers.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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expected, the Parthian centre moved quickly against the Roman position to
reduce the effectiveness of artillery and archer fire.</p>
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dismay, Roman artillery and bowmen proved effective, necessitating time to
redress its line before continuing the attack. Both Parthian flanks were now
engaged with their separate battles with Rome giving little ground.</p>
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losses to its flanks, the Parthian cataphract struck home creating breaches in
the Roman line.</p>
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intensified as Parthian heavies surrounded the Roman general, reserve troops
rushed to save their general and turned the situation around.</p>
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dust settled, Parthia had too few troops to renew its attack and had lost its
general in the conflict. Assuming command, the Parthian subordinate-general
called for a retreat. A second victory for Rome, 10 + Gen. – 5.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Observations<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">In game
one, the Parthian assault on the Roman flank was countered by auxilia. One group
of Parthian cataphract were shattered by effective fire of artillery and
archers. The cataphract that did charge home could make little impression
against the Roman line. Game over. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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concave deployment by Rome, forced Parthia to suffer the disruption of its
flanks by Roman archers and artillery for an extra turn. The loss of the Parthian
general in turn 3, could have turned critical for the Parthian, however, the
sub-general was nearby to continue the battle.</p>
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of Antoninus Pius, the frontier of Britannia was extended as far north to the
Forth–Clyde isthmus. By the late 2<sup>nd</sup> century, the occupation of the Scottish
Lowlands was interrupted when the Brigantes revolted. Lacking reinforcements, Governor
Gnaeus Julius Verus moved troops south to suppress the revolt.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">The
Brigantes, in this test series, lack chariots which have been replaced with more
warriors supported by light horse. The region is known for its steep hills and
thick forests, giving the Brigantes an advantage, nonetheless, the governor had
confidence in his generals.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Game one<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">The Brigantes
are found defending a village near the foothills of a mountain range opening to
a wide plain, suitable room for cavalry to maneuver. Rome positioned its two
legions with auxiliary troops between and on each flank and on the open flank,
the equites were posted opposite the enemy light horse. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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forward to reach the Roman battle line, skirmishers were seen sprinting to take
a position on the hill flanking the Roman line. These were intercepted by Roman
archers foiling their plans. Not long afterwards, the battle lines meet with
neither side breaking despite the losses on both sides.</p>
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lines locked, Rome sensed the Brigantes were losing momentum and signalled the
cavalry to launch their planned attack. This tipped the scales putting the
Brigantes to flight. Roman casualties fell heaviest on the legion, but the Brigantes
lost twice as many, Rome 9 – 5 + sub-general.</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Anticipating
a similar tactic from the Brigantes, Rome revised its deployment to meet the
barbarian rush by forming the infantry in two lines of equal number and the cavalry
secured the open flank. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Amassing the
majority of its warriors in the centre, the remainder would attempt to infiltrate
the wood and village to roll up the Roman right. Brigante light horse were positioned
opposite the Roman cavalry. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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village, the Brigantes found it occupied by auxiliaries and quickly set upon
them and at that moment, the main body struck the Roman right centre.</p>
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for the village became hotly contested, neither side giving ground and nearby,
the main battle developed, but each breakthrough by the Brigantes was quickly
met by reserves from the Roman second line.</p>
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resistance in the village, scuppered Brigante plans, but the fighting in the
centre became critical necessitating the general join the battle with his
bodyguard. While doing so, the cavalry was given the signal to make their
charge. Routing the Brigante light horse led to a general retreat of the
Brigante army. Rome victorious, 9 + sub-general – 4. </p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Observations<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Both sides
lost a sub-general in each game, but this was not as catastrophic as it could
have been. Both generals were positioned in the centre of their respective
lines and able to continue control over their troops. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">A re-match
is certainly on the cards, next time the terrain should have more woods and a
river. <o:p></o:p></span></p>Timurilankhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12856114016218310524noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1376080001930014422.post-48723127250871463442023-11-07T01:44:00.000-08:002023-11-07T01:44:45.749-08:00Rome vs. the Marcomanni<p>During the reign
of Emperor Augustus, the Marcomanni become a dangerous threat and plans eliminate
the kingdom of Maroboduus were made. The campaign would commence with Tiberius
leading 12 legions across the Rhine, unfortunately, the Illyrian revolt postponed
those plans.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Good
fortune however, presented itself when war broke out between Arminius, the
victor of Teutoburg Wald and Maroboduus in 17 AD, forcing the latter to
withdraw to Bohemia. The long period of peace that followed ended when the
Marcomanni, together with the Quadi and Sarmatae tribes crossed the Danube in
early 160 AD, initiating a 14-year long conflict.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">The wars of
the Marcomanni are represented as two sub-lists in the DBA3 rulebook; an early
period one, ruled by Maroboduus and a second one with Ballomar as king. This
test series, the Marcomanni use the first sub-list as it offers ‘warriors
trained in the Roman fashion’ or 4Bd, making the Marcomanni a formidable
opponent.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Game one
<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">The battle took
place on open ground between forest and thick scrub, offering sufficient room
for the infantry to deploy, the cavalry however, took a position beyond the
scrub essentially creating a separate battle. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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began the battle and approached the Roman line at a steady pace. The legion
remained in place while beyond the scrub, the Roman equites launched their attack
against the German cavalry. The scrub separating the two conflicts quickly
became a pivotal location as this became ideal cover for Roman auxilia.</p>
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the auxilia was a cohort of archers and from their position, began harassing
the rear of the barbarian columns.</p>
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centre, the artillery discharged a hail of bolts disordering a number of
columns. Those columns that did reach the Roman line were able to force a
breach. These were quickly filled by units held in reserve.</p>
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Marcomanni assault had reached its high-water mark, four auxilia moved out of the
cover of scrub to assault the Marcomanni centre. Adding to the pressure, the Roman
equites overpowered the opposing German cavalry. Sensing victory was no longer possible,
the Marcomanni warlord called for a retreat; Rome victorious, 10 – 4.</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Game two
<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Gaining valuable
insight from the first engagement, the Marcomanni made changes its deployment.
The Roman deployment remained unchanged. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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Marcomanni horde advanced and on its flanks could be seen the disciplined ranks
of the trained infantry (4Bd). At their centre and in the first rank was their
leader.</p>
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lines collided, the Marcomanni cavalry began its encirclement of the Roman
line. The flank attempt was stopped by the auxilia infantry and equites
defending the Roman left.</p>
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raged on in the centre, casualties falling on both sides and Rome quickly filled
the breaches with units held in reserve. </p>
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losses incurred on both sides; the battle lines disappeared to evolve in many isolated
conflicts. Both sides smelled imminent victory as the score reached break
point, 8 – 8.</p>
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the mark, the Marcomanni cavalry, led by their sub-general, launched a
desperate attack, breaking the Roman equites and secure a narrow victory. The
Marcomanni 10 – 8. </p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Observations<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">The first
battle developed as per text book; adequate reserves, a strong cavalry wing
matched by a strong wing of auxilia positioned on the opposite flank. The
artillery performed well, disordering the barbarian phalanx, forcing them to
make piecemeal attacks.</span> </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">However, the
second battle was truly a slugging match (8 turns) and progressed throughout with
both sides levelling the score each turn. Both sides reached break point on the
same bound (turn 7), but the Marcomanni were blessed with pip score of 6, making
an end to a long hard battle. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></p>Timurilankhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12856114016218310524noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1376080001930014422.post-45448683332316720842023-11-02T01:42:00.000-07:002023-11-02T01:42:05.819-07:00Upping the ante<p>In April of
this year, a series of test games were done, bringing a newly completed Early
Imperial Roman army against a number of enemies as listed in DBA3. As the
months progressed, the number of enemies increased to reach a total of 15. The
standard 12 elements were used with each match played twice. A summary of each
battle with photos was posted to the blog and any unusual aspects are also noted.
The series ended with a better than average score which brings me to the next
phase – upping the ante. </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Three years
ago, we enlarged the single command to 24 elements and discovered an enjoyable
game. There was a marginal increase in game time; 30 minutes to 45 or 50
minutes, but this was acceptable. Examples can be found by clicking of the link
labelled “Index” on right.</span> </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Of the 15,
now increased to 16 enemy, a similar test series will be played using the
larger command of 24 elements. This will involve only 10 opponents as these have
two commands. This will be interesting if Rome can exceed its current win
ratio. Enemy in <span style="color: red;">Red</span> have two commands. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Rome<span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>1<span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>
<span style="color: red;">Alemanni</span><span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>1<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Rome<span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>2<span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>
<span style="color: red;">Marcomanni</span><span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>0<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Rome<span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>1<span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>
<span style="color: red;">Dacia</span><span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span><span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>1<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Rome<span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>1<span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>
<span style="color: red;">Sarmatae</span><span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>1<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Rome<span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>1<span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span><span style="color: red;"> Batavi</span><span style="mso-tab-count: 2;"> </span>1<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Rome<span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>1<span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span><span style="color: red;">Kushites</span><span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>1<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Rome<span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>2<span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>Nabataea<span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>0<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Rome<span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>1<span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>Edessa<span style="mso-tab-count: 2;"> </span>1<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Rome<span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>1<span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span><span style="color: red;">Parthia</span><span style="mso-tab-count: 2;"> </span>1<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Rome<span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>1<span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>Commagene<span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>1<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Rome<span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>2<span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>Late
Judaean <span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>0<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Rome<span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>1<span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>Later
Moors<span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>1<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Rome<span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>1<span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span><span style="color: red;">Alani</span><span style="mso-tab-count: 2;"> </span>1<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Rome<span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>1<span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>Nomad
Arab<span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>1<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Rome <span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>1<span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span><span style="color: red;">Ancient Brits</span><span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>1</span> </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Total<span style="mso-tab-count: 2;"> </span>Total<span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Rome<span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>18<span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>Enemies<span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>12</span> </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">The <span style="color: red;">Jewish Revolt </span>have recently been added to the
list.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></p>Timurilankhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12856114016218310524noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1376080001930014422.post-31455564320616064452023-10-31T02:02:00.001-07:002023-10-31T02:02:41.962-07:00Mithridates I invades Bactria<p>Mithridates
I, King of Parthia, eyed the civil unrest in the Greco-Bactrian Kingdom and its
current wars with Sogdia, Drangiana and India, as a heaven-sent opportunity to
expand its empire. Sometime between 163–155 BC, Mithridates I invaded the
domains of Eucratides and met the Greco-Bactrian army near Aria, ideal cavalry
country covered with scrub and low hills.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-GB">Game one</span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Bactria
deployed lancers and cavalry to either side of its infantry corps, the latter
comprised of the phalanx, thureophoroi, elephants and skirmishers. Forming a
second line, to protect the army’s flanks, were the Saka horse archers and more
lancers. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">The Parthian
army deployed in two groups, placed separately to avoid the encumbrance of
scrub. Forming two division, each comprised an equal number of light horse and
cataphract. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Eager for
battle, both sides advanced forward, the Bactrian phalanx aiming straight for
the Parthian, their attack would be supported by the cavalry wing on its left.
On the Bactrian right, the heavy cavalry goaded the Parthian horse archers by feigning
a retreat to reach the second line. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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horse archer’s pursuit of the heavies also drew its supporting units as per
orders quickly filling the ‘net’ with Parthian cavalry. Would the ‘net’ hold or
burst open, that was the question. The Bactrian general made a silent prayer.</p>
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to contain the ‘net’ was helped by lancers returning to the fight. Elsewhere, the
phalanx, supported by elephants, repulsed enemy horse archers and the cavalry
battle on the left flank evolved into a slogging match.</p>
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match turned in favour of Bactria with the elimination of all the cataphract, to
include their sub-general.</p>
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flank in shambles, the centre repulsed and success equally out of reach on the
left, the Parthian general called a retreat. A victory for Bactria 8 – 5.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-GB">Game two</span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Deploying
in a similar manner, the Bactrian positioned its infantry with cavalry support
to the right of the scrub, leaving the remainder of the cavalry to position itself
among the gentle hills on the left. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Seeing the
deployment, Parthia amassed all the cataphract to face the Bactrian centre and
right flank, leaving a thin screen of horse archers to face the Bactrian left. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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Bactrian advance became delayed through a fault in signals (low pip scores), but
unaffected by such problems, the Parthian steadily advanced to close the
distance between battle lines.</p>
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mis-communication was a severe setback as the Bactrian received the Parthian
charge at the halt, something cavalry should never do.</p>
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surprise, both assaults were repulsed as the Bactrian phalanx and cavalry held
their ground. Their respite was short lived as a second charge proved fatal, destroying
the Bactrian centre and right. In disbelief, the Bactrian commander starred at a
wall of armoured horse approaching and called for a general retreat. A decisive
Parthian victory, 8 – 1.</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Game one</span></b><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"> was a tight game with both sides
losing their sub-generals on successive bounds. This proved less a problem for
both sides as Parthian light horse able to carry on without their commander and
the Bactrian CinC held control over the army due to its compact deployment. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-GB">Game two</span></b><span lang="EN-GB"> was an absolute disaster for the
Bactrian. Three successive bounds with a pip score of one meant the Bactrian
were nothing more than spectators to their own funeral. Repulsing the two
assaults came as a complete surprise, equally so, was the annihilation of
one-third of the Bactrian army in two successive bounds. </span></p>Timurilankhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12856114016218310524noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1376080001930014422.post-57369927637063838842023-10-26T00:41:00.000-07:002023-10-26T00:41:25.495-07:00Bactria crosses the Indus<p>Following
the demise of the Mauryan dynasty by the Shunga, Demetrius, the son of
Euthydemus, invaded the subcontinent in 180 BC. The motivation for the invasion
is debated by historians, but some suggest the invasion was intended to show
their support for the Mauryan empire. Sources remain sketchy, nonetheless, Demetrius
may have reached the imperial capital of Pataliputra, completing the campaign by
175 BC. This benchmarks the origin of the Indo-Greek Kingdom, which lasted for
almost two centuries. </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Game one<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Shunga
forces are positioned east of the Indus, in an area covered by woods (3x) and
marshes (2x). All Shunga infantry interspersed with heavy chariotry formed the
first line with elephants protecting the flanks. Forming a separate corps, the
Shunga cavalry were positioned on the far right.</span> </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Demetrius’s
plan was simple, pin the enemy left with his infantry and pierce the enemy line
with his cavalry, between their right wing and right centre. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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expected, the Shunga cavalry opened the battle bringing the elephant corps in
support.</p>
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archers readied themselves to shoot the advancing pike as they entered the
killing zone. On the right, the Shunga cavalry engaged the Bactrian horse
archers and heavy cavalry.</p>
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clash continued, neither side gaining an advantage, however, a greater threat developed
when the Shunga elephant corps moved to derail Bactrian plans. To delay the
inevitable, Iranian lancers made a suicidal charge intending to disrupt their
advance. Meanwhile, Bactrian pike supported by elephants were able to breach the
Shunga battle line.</p>
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breakthrough by Bactrian elephants threatened to roll up the Shunga left flank
prompting the Shunga commander to counter charge. This put the Bactrian
elephants to route, but the direction of flight was not as intended. The
consequence, Demetrios was presented with an 8 – 6 victory in five turns.</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Deploying
on a narrow front, the Shunga army positioned its infantry and chariotry as
before. Elephants formed a second line with cavalry evenly distributed on both
flanks.</span> </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Demetrios planned
a similar assault, infantry leading, but this time, the cavalry was evenly
distributed on both flanks. The Bactrian light horse formed a group and would
encircle the Shunga line and draw off their reserves. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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battle line advance slowly forward and Demetrios countered by wheeling a
portion of the army and proceeded with the encircling maneuver.</p>
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did not take long to heat up, Shunga archers on the right rained havoc among
the Bactrian cavalry, but elsewhere, the Shunga were feeling the pressure of
the Bactrian assault.</p>
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archery, the Bactrian left was now in shambles. To relieve the situation, Demetrios
charged the heavy chariotry destroying it, then struck the Shunga archers in
flank. In centre, the Bactrian pike pierced the Shunga line sending others
recoiling.</p>
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field became littered with small combats putting the Shunga in no condition to
recover. Demetrios, displaying a demon-like fury, forced the Shunga commander
to contemplate his navel and call a retreat. Another 8 - 6 victory for
Demetrios. </p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Game one
ended on a bizarre note. The decision to attack the Bactrian elephant, forcing
it to turn to flank, was a blunder of the first order. Thinking a simple recoil
would destroy the Bactrian cavalry to its rear, the consequence of flight was
not foreseen. This quickly ended the battle on turn five. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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was a beast of game requiring ten turns to complete. By turn seven, the
Bactrian were well behind with a score 5 – 2. Turn eight, the magic happened as
the pike did their handy work and Demetrios played “Rambo”, destroying three
elements with the Shunga rajah looking on.</p>
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209 BC, Antiochus marched to Bactria to supress a revolt. During the rebellion,
the Greco-Bactrian king Euthydemus I had supplanted the original rebel and met Antiochus
near the river Arius. King Euthydemus’s defeat and subsequent siege of his capital
Bactra (Balkh), forced a capitulation. Obtaining an honourable peace, Antiochus
promised Euthydemus's son Demetrius the hand of Laodice, his daughter. - Polybius,
the Histories.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Primarily a
cavalry action, the <a name="_Hlk148977612">Battle of the Arius </a>offered an
opportunity to refight the action using 24 elements a side. To reach the
necessary number for the Bactrian Army (list II/36a), both options were used to
build a mix of foot and mounted. Simulating the possible terrain features,
three difficult hills and two wood were positioned by the defender.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-GB">Game one</span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Bactria
defending, placed the bulk of its cavalry to the right of the phalanx and deployed
the remainder of the cavalry on the left flank. To compensate its smaller cavalry
force, the Seleucid placed all the elephants and scythed chariots to meet the
Bactrian right and press home its larger phalanx against the Bactrian centre. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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had the battle began, Bactrian plans quickly became a shambles as Seleucid
elephants and chariotry routed the cavalry on the right flank.</p>
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phalanx overpowered Bactrian centre bringing a quick end to the battle, 9 –
5+Sch.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Game two<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">This time, the
Bactrian cavalry was positioned better to counter the Seleucid elephants and
chariotry and spacing between the centre and both wings would provide room to
maneuver. In addition, the entire light horse would encircle the Seleucid army
to strike its rear. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Seeing the
change in deployment, the Seleucid dispersed its elephants and chariotry to
either side of the phalanx.</p>
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Bactrian advance was slow to allow time for the light horse to complete their encircling
maneuver.</p>
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Bactrian army idle, the Seleucid as the phalanx bored down on the Bactrian
centre.</p>
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of pikes quickly evolved into a shoving match, with both sides inflicting casualties
on their respective flanks.</p>
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Bactrian light horse encircled the Seleucid army but were met by a detachment
of psiloi. The two units of psiloi stood their ground, frustrating Bactrian
plans. Their delay had cost the battle; 10 – 8 + SCh. </span> </p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Observation<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">The second game
played much better. The Bactrian cavalry was better employed and sufficient
space allowed fleeing cavalry room to recover. The Bactrian missed an
opportunity to wreak havoc on the weaker Seleucid flanks. The determined
resistance by the psiloi repelled the Bactrian light horse, thus gain time for
the Seleucid centre to win the day. <o:p></o:p></span></p>Timurilankhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12856114016218310524noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1376080001930014422.post-4144972481904328432023-10-17T06:03:00.000-07:002023-10-17T06:03:14.638-07:00Pike versus the longbow<p>The
<b>Seleucid-Mauryan War</b> of 305-303 BC began when Seleucus I Nicator sought to
retake the Indian satrapies of the Macedonian Empire. Further conflict with the
Mauryan Empire continued, albeit less frequently, as they are listed as enemies
on three of the Seleucid Army sub-lists.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">For the
series of test games, the Seleucid II/19b sub-list was selected to match-up against
the Classical Indian Army of II/3a. All battles were fought with a double-size
command of 24 elements, how this differs from the standard twelve, follow the<span style="color: red;"> <a href="https://dbagora.blogspot.com/2019/10/enlarging-standard-command.html">link</a> </span>to read the details. Six test games were played
and only the significant details are listed below, then six battle reports.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><o:p> </o:p></span><b><span lang="EN-GB">Deployment</span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">The <b>Seleucids</b>
formed its pike in centre with supports on one wing and a mobile wing on the opposite
flank. The mobile wing consisted of all the <a name="_Hlk148424282">Xystophoroi
and scythed chariots</a>, leaving the Celtic mercenaries and a few psiloi to
form the support wing on the opposite flank. This left the thureophoroi and remaining
psiloi to serve as a link between the pike centre and the mobile wing. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjb8A9AK7sEBHWysAun9ytyKR6rJE3FYGvGMrxeGenJunePLRhJDRisRR5NxrWYl8TxT0Ukn4G1-zTHMYPYNA68wdLZZpaFHwWwDdZdKm89HDRKsb0VMMd11St2rdvMwtomF7r6Pi1MQncPwUR6ycu0I1yU1xSxzXOiLPhyvzXU24ldjBbmkZ5vtLZXD2A/s4608/IMG_6800.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjb8A9AK7sEBHWysAun9ytyKR6rJE3FYGvGMrxeGenJunePLRhJDRisRR5NxrWYl8TxT0Ukn4G1-zTHMYPYNA68wdLZZpaFHwWwDdZdKm89HDRKsb0VMMd11St2rdvMwtomF7r6Pi1MQncPwUR6ycu0I1yU1xSxzXOiLPhyvzXU24ldjBbmkZ5vtLZXD2A/s320/IMG_6800.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><p class="MsoNormal">Deploying
first, the <b>Mauryan</b> positioned its archers in centre, and evenly
distributed the elephants and chariotry evenly on both flanks, with cavalry
supporting each wing. This left the psiloi and javelinmen to be deployed in
support of either wing. On one occasion, all the chariotry were grouped
together, supported by all the cavalry, and the elephants formed a group on the
opposite flank.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6UcuGoJMubSVQLggxzkHQrGnOeAxRwDj_VqrZhW2v3p0Ag9j5cHxx8_TAh8wNd-Wz1YlK2aO157qEWpaJGsGz2wncUoU9TqPSdpl2u-tTzBvqmJpXs4iFjLExvx_F8qQWbMHM0zX4_oykAFplnXZgjOABCRmbz5hzmjcaA9v6A7K4kJjrZDqwkpAZrY8/s4608/IMG_6801.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6UcuGoJMubSVQLggxzkHQrGnOeAxRwDj_VqrZhW2v3p0Ag9j5cHxx8_TAh8wNd-Wz1YlK2aO157qEWpaJGsGz2wncUoU9TqPSdpl2u-tTzBvqmJpXs4iFjLExvx_F8qQWbMHM0zX4_oykAFplnXZgjOABCRmbz5hzmjcaA9v6A7K4kJjrZDqwkpAZrY8/s320/IMG_6801.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-GB">Archers
versus pike</span></b></p><p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Advancing
slowly forward (1BW), the Mauryan were able to hold back the Seleucid pike in
four games; destroying a few and recoiling others, leaving the pikemen in shambles.
Only once, did the pike make contact resulting in the annihilation of the
archers. Shooting at distance beyond the threat zone, a pair of archers proved
effective, but less so as the enemy pike moved into the TZ, improving their
chances of survival as good. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSDZQbpvgMawi3QA95PQ8rhbpe4Dc6ieDsUJJzDLMblLztvvEL1Dj4L8_SoiVmkrQWC2Mm5TMuxDFtFZFACidOqiKkja_21Xr-YziGwduUazA_KHiMTtzGMYcUdtBXUrzIZkFajtfZLHDZTIU_2zv5ghB9V-ELpBHfn6hSkzUk3oUSvKL5koSVj00hwYM/s4608/IMG_6802.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSDZQbpvgMawi3QA95PQ8rhbpe4Dc6ieDsUJJzDLMblLztvvEL1Dj4L8_SoiVmkrQWC2Mm5TMuxDFtFZFACidOqiKkja_21Xr-YziGwduUazA_KHiMTtzGMYcUdtBXUrzIZkFajtfZLHDZTIU_2zv5ghB9V-ELpBHfn6hSkzUk3oUSvKL5koSVj00hwYM/s320/IMG_6802.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><b><span lang="EN-GB"><p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-GB">Elephants
versus psiloi</span></b></p></span></b><p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">A combat
result of ‘better than’ will eliminate an elephant, but not so for the psiloi.
A score of twice as many, still allows the psiloi to dance circles about the
pachyderm. Psiloi supported by thureophoroi worked well. Recoiling a few turns,
then passing through the thureophoroi, the psiloi could eventually move around
to the exposed elephant flank. The maneuver took time, but games generally
lasted six to eight turns, giving enough time to execute.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-GB">Elephant
versus elephant</span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">A combat
result of ‘less than’ will have the loser fleeing its move distance, inflicting
damage to friend and foe. Elephants will eliminate knights with a similar
combat result. Deploying first as defender, the Mauryan elephants were
guaranteed to meet enemy psiloi. One game avoided the problem by placing a
number of elephants in support of the archers. During that battle, their
support was not required as the archers held the Seleucid pike at bay. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-GB">Xystophoroi
and Mauryan chariots</span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">These
combats generally developed into a folk dance with sides moving to a fro, similar
to blade versus blade. An extra element of psiloi was enough to bring an end by
striking an exposed flank. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilyweRj8-tKZN9hWMzaHe0RLt2-xKWfENfQ1bR-vJw_fDuYI_AWXJBoQ7Ytw5O_JYvjdVLdCodF7Dae8rKA81NoABNNccT6lxdG_YJrZgCRhv62l_eS6dm82IxUaTWJKmlL4qa_UNGlF5xvQleHRGiRkpIfiNZOKPf7-S8sgCbhP1O4TJnHj6N5GtcHec/s4608/IMG_6812.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilyweRj8-tKZN9hWMzaHe0RLt2-xKWfENfQ1bR-vJw_fDuYI_AWXJBoQ7Ytw5O_JYvjdVLdCodF7Dae8rKA81NoABNNccT6lxdG_YJrZgCRhv62l_eS6dm82IxUaTWJKmlL4qa_UNGlF5xvQleHRGiRkpIfiNZOKPf7-S8sgCbhP1O4TJnHj6N5GtcHec/s320/IMG_6812.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><b><span lang="EN-GB"><p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-GB">Scythed
chariot longevity</span></b></p></span></b><p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Launched
early during the battle, scythed chariots did survive long. They will flee if
shot at or be eliminated if scoring less than in combat. They can however, eliminate
Mauryan chariots and send cavalry fleeing, but this does carry a risk.
Accepting the gamble, in five games, the scythed chariots did not see a turn
three, but in one battle, they were held back for later use and inflicted
casualties on the enemy.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-GB">Length
of games</span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Playing 24 elements
in a single command will take generally six to eight turns to complete. Only
one game ended after seven turns, three required six turns to complete and two
needed only four to reach a decision. Form the series, the Mauryan claimed one
victory with the Seleucid sweeping the series. The games were intense and could
equally have ended in favour of the other side.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCUa-aSBDjC-k2nfesMKdKuEAZSg4PB23K7UQBotq2BByD6gnQvOGrZqXGSjFmBZPkvnNPs8PJwbSV3GtDCSbXhC0L536hfnCAjWnaLK0oC_asdDhKMdnvWzAtLhEDP4RuqIlghUFdRKTdL7xNO9VvWDx7ljZhpgKW58kAoSnIIYzSitQmOEigSYdc8Dw/s4608/IMG_6805.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCUa-aSBDjC-k2nfesMKdKuEAZSg4PB23K7UQBotq2BByD6gnQvOGrZqXGSjFmBZPkvnNPs8PJwbSV3GtDCSbXhC0L536hfnCAjWnaLK0oC_asdDhKMdnvWzAtLhEDP4RuqIlghUFdRKTdL7xNO9VvWDx7ljZhpgKW58kAoSnIIYzSitQmOEigSYdc8Dw/s320/IMG_6805.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><br /></span><p></p>Timurilankhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12856114016218310524noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1376080001930014422.post-33708743930173484812023-09-19T00:20:00.000-07:002023-09-19T00:20:24.094-07:00The Huns meet Alaric<p>DBA3 have
the Huns listed among the enemies of Alaric. The sub-list for Alaric is dated
408 – 419, beginning with the first sack of Rome prompting the Greuthingi (3Kn)
join the Goths followed later by the freed slaves (7Hd). During the eleven
years, the Goths were led by Alaric, Athaulf and Wallia, the latter
establishing the Goths in Aquitaine with the capital at Toulouse. The saga
continues further as the Later Visigoths. </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">This was
the first opportunity to use the Alaric sub-list and contrary to expectations, they performed well against the Hun. Well worth further tests against the Patrician
Roman.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span> </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Game one<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">The Gothic
infantry formed deep columns to allow the nobles ample room to deploy; the congestion
formed offered the Huns a golden opportunity to cause chaos among the enemy
ranks. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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line, the Huns charged the head of the dense column, hoping to cave in the first
row of infantry. This worked, but the effort had cost the Huns casualties,
luckily, Hunnic horse archers were successful elsewhere to bring the score
even.</p>
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fragmented into smaller contests and one which required the assistance of Alaric.
Personally, routing a unit of Huns, his pursuit brought him face-to-face with the
Hunnic reserves. Quick thinking, he wheeled his bodyguard to catch a second
unit of Huns in the rear before any Hunnic reserves could intercede. Alaric’s
bold action destroyed the Hunnic right and signalled the end of a hard-fought
battle. <b>Alaric 4 – 3</b>.</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Game two<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">The Goths,
no longer constrained by terrain, were able to deploy in extended formation to
meet the Huns. The Huns formed three seperate groups.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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Gothic flanks, searching for any weakness, the Huns were somewhat surprised as the
Goths continued their advance against the Hunnic centre.</p>
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situation on the flanks became critical forcing Alaric to join the battle on
his right flank.</p>
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revitalised by the presence of Alaric, destroyed the Hunnic left to send the
rest of the Hunnic horde off the field. <b>Alaric, 4 – 2+Hd</b>.</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Observations<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">The Goths, performed
surprisingly well for their debut, managing to fend off attacks to its flanks.
Both battles benefited with the participation of Alaric to tip the scales in
their favour. Attacking both Gothic flanks did not seem wise, a better option should
focus on one flank and pin the army centre. The encircling maneuver of four Hunnic
elements was misplaced. Live and learn.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></p>Timurilankhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12856114016218310524noreply@blogger.com0