Homeland of Alexander the Great, Macedonia has a fearsome military tradition forged by his legendary conquest. Yet, the blood of the Athenians still runs through their veins, and another glorious chapter of Greek legend may remain to be written.įrom afar, their siege artillery and Cretan archers can be devastating, performing best when protected by a spearwall of armoured hoplites and light javelin infantry. The Greek Citiesīegetters of democracy, exemplars of Mediterranean culture, and rulers of a once-mighty empire, but years of decline have seen the Greeks reduced to a small confederation of city states. Their Forester Warbands are as adept at hunting Romans as they are at hunting game. Gaul’s glory-hungry warriors fight on foot with sword, spear and fury (and occasionally without clothing). Their talented metalsmiths are the equal of any of their civilised neighbours, well able to equip a fierce fighting force that poses a serious threat to Rome’s continued expansion. GaulĪ sprawling confederation of barbarian tribes, the Gauls are an ancient and sophisticated culture.

Like their forebears in Alexander’s conquering armies, the Egyptians rely on tight phalanxes of Nubian spearmen to resist charges and bog down infantry, before using powerful chariots to crash through enemy flanks and rout the opposing troops. Once the crowning jewel of Alexander’s empire, the fertile farmland of the Nile delta is now ruled over by Ptolemaic pharaohs of Greek descent. Their prowess in the art of siege warfare also makes them a patient and intimidating enemy when sighted from the walls of a settlement. Many brave men have fled from skillful Dacian infantry wielding their infamous scythe-like falces. As a united people they have the organisation to match their expansionist aims, and now appear as a formidable threat to those same civilised neighbours who have for so long looked down upon them. The Dacians have long barbarian traditions, but centuries spent on the borders of the civilised world has also influenced them. Sited on a hill overlooking the southern shores of the Mediterranean, it attracts many of the ancient world’s great scholars, as well as merchants and their goods-laden caravans.Ĭarthage’s wealth affords its armies of versatile mercenaries, which may be used to exert power far beyond its base on the North African littoral, and even challenge the supremacy of Rome. Masters of the sea and the souk, Carthage is a Phoenician trading colony that has outlived its founding culture to become a great city in its own right. A macabre bombardment from the Head Hurlers gives any advancing army pause, and the frenzied charge of woad-painted warriors strikes fear into even the hardiest Roman legionary. Their home island is a highly defensible base from which to expand their influence and test their mettle against other powers.īritannia excels at breaking the morale of its enemies. The proud and ancient tribes of Britannia benefit from well developed towns and strong trade. Trusting in the strength of their horsemanship, the Armenian army consists mainly of tough cavalry and mounted archers. Hailing from Asia Minor, in the shadow of the Caucasus Mountains, the Armenians are surrounded by powerful enemies, and must repel both Parthia and Pontus if they are to reclaim their ancestral lands. From their lands in the south of Italy, their forces must cross the Mediterranean to confront the Carthaginians and prove themselves true sons of Rome.

To the disdain of other Roman factions, the Scipii have a taste for Greek culture. Their eastern campaign to subjugate the Greeks and Macedons aims to prove the superiority of Roman culture over the older Hellenic civilisation. One of Rome’s founding families, the House of Brutii has often made its presence felt at critical moments. Should they succeed, an illustrious past will make way for a glorious future of enormous wealth, and unlimited power. The House of JuliiĪ noble family which counts the great Caesar among its forebears, the House of Julii is tasked with repelling aggressive Gaulish barbarians. When led well, no force on Earth can resist them. Disciplined, well equipped and highly trained, the Roman legions are the anvil on which the empire will be forged. While they may unite to conquer in the name of Rome, every great family’s goal is to establish dominance over its rivals, usurp the Senate and cement its own power.īut each is only as strong as its army. WINDOWS, macOS & LINUX The Old Roman Families

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