Chapter 44: The Battle of Rome

The Macedonian cavalry persisted in the battle, and the "weakening" tactics were used properly.

They specifically sought out the enemy's single phalanx, attacked back and forth, and pursued and encircled and suppressed. This trick was tried and tested, and in the middle and late stages of the battle, the Macedonian cavalry units had completely gained the advantage in physical strength and morale. The light cavalry completed their mission and came to meet the heavy cavalry.

By this time the Roman warriors were exhausted, and all that was left was two infantry phalanxes, a squad of light infantry, and a squad of mastiff tamers. Those big dogs, who are usually vicious, are so tired that they stick out their tongues and are about to lie down. The Macedonian cavalry implemented front and rear trapping.

The Roman infantry could not take care of the front and back, so they had to instinctively face the heavy cavalry, after all, man is always used to facing terror and danger. Because humans, like animals, have a natural weakness in the back. The light cavalry began to accelerate and rushed into the mastiff squad from behind.

The trainers were frightened by the sudden attack and fled, and the big dogs were kicked to death by their horses or killed by a single shot. The Roman infantry line became more scattered, and at the command of Alous, all the Macedonian cavalry took part in the final offensive and carried out a large encirclement, completely defeating the Roman auxiliary legions.

With the elimination of the auxiliary legion of Julius, the threat of the Macedonian attack on the left flank of Rome ceased to exist.

The Macedonian cavalry unit returned to join the infantry. After a short rest, he drove straight into the Latin Plains, and passed the battle to capture Rome.

The defenders of the city of Rome directly south were the 1st Elite Roman Legion led by Rantulus Maxentius.

Aloyos officially arrived with the Second Roman Legion, an expeditionary force. Rantulus had heard the news of the Macedonians' march to the north, and was waiting for a decisive battle with Macedonia on this plain battlefield early. The two sides finally met in this wide area.

It was a fertile land, with wide plains covered with grass and colorful flowers. There are a few groves not far away. Everything here seems to be alive, and it's a shame that it's used as a battlefield. But the orderly army has already moved in.

Behold the mighty general on a tall horse, followed by the sturdy and brave guards. The soldiers who are full of confidence are heroes.

Today, here, an epic splendor will be forged. Which side will it be?

The Roman legions are still so square and well-behaved, and they look fantastic. Langturus looked at his soldiers with full spirit, and he couldn't help but feel proud:

"You all know! I am a true traditional Roman. I believe in discipline, dignity and duty.

You who stand here side by side with me today, every Roman warrior, I know you, I believe in you.

Everybody! We are going to face our adversity, and many of our brothers have died for victory. But as long as we stand, no one can defeat us! Today, we want to add another victory to the history of the nation! We will be held in the highest esteem!

Standing in the distance was the army of Macedonia. They are pretentious; They also call themselves military men; I think they're actually old women in uniform! Our enemies are waiting to die. It would be rude to keep them waiting. So, we should give them a taste of the Roman sword!

This is our last city, the last fortress to resist the enemy. Let's shout:

"That's it, don't think about moving forward!" Let's make the last resistance here. If we fail, there will be nothing but ruins to prove our existence. But we won't fail! We will win! This will be the holy place of our revival! ”

"Roar", and the sound of swords striking. The Roman army finished its mobilization and began to cheer.

Macedonia vs. Rome, the ultimate confrontation between Greek civilization and Roman civilization.

They are all civilized gentlemen, as if two suave knights were going to face off, no fraud, no carving tricks, no ambushes. Everyone is polite and polite, waiting for the opponent to get ready, and then face to face for an honest contest between men.

Aloyos dispatched his troops, arranged the formation, and began to make a pre-battle speech.

His voice was high-pitched and impassioned, inspiring every Macedonian soldier. Aloyos galloped in front of the battle:

"I am honored to be able to lead you on the battle against Rome, and I am glad that we are still alive with each other, calling each other brothers and comrades.

Originally, we could train together, play together, and live a worry-free life. But it was these people on the other side, it was the Roman Senate that forced us into battle. They had bad intentions to collude with other barbarians and instigate other Roman families to attack us, but we withstood their attacks and crushed their plots.

We endured hardships only to fight Rome and defend our cherished freedom, our democracy. Today, we share the same beliefs, we have the same goal, and we are here together because we finally have the opportunity to make a break with them.

I have no doubt that the defeat of the Senate's army was the result of the battle on the battlefield, and Macedonia was bound to win.

Because I have you, the elite Macedonian legion, and you have I, Aloyous, the heir to the Macedonian throne.

The Senate fought its wars on the basis of other clans or foreign mercenaries, and he himself was pampered, and he was already too fat to draw a bow.

The claim to be the 'First Elite Legion of Rome' is nothing but a name.

It was their last city, the last rat hole they could hide. Let them hide behind the wall, but it won't do them any good.

We've come so far that it's impossible to turn back now! Be strong! Wipe them out completely! Defeat the elite legions of the Senate under the city of Rome and slay them under their own city, this is our moment of victory! This is the only way we can open the gates of Rome. ”

Aloyos didn't do anything to prepare the script, it was just what he wanted to say, very casually, but it also expressed his thoughts. This was recognized by all the soldiers present, who let out cheers and battle cries, striking weapons and shields.

It seems that both sides are ready for the start of the big war.

The cavalry of the Romans was strong. All were made up of the Roman Senate General Guard, a total of four heavy guards. Hence the decision to take the lead in attacking.

The Roman army focused on both sides, with two senate generals and simultaneous troops attacking the Macedonian infantry lines on both flanks.

The Macedonian phalanx was solid, and the soldiers struggled to resist the onslaught of the enemy. The Roman generals, who seemed to be upright, rushed towards the phalanx of pikes in order to open a gap for the infantry. As a result, the loss was heavy, and the general, Ezon Enus, was stabbed to death by indiscriminate shooting.

The generals on the other side followed the infantry and squeezed into the front row to attack the Macedonian left flank infantry.

Did Aloyos feel that the enemy's blow was really unnecessary and was scaring the Macedonians? He ordered the heavy cavalry to recoil, and this blow directly knocked back the first echelon of Rome. The first round of attacks by the Romans was ineffective, and Macedonia attacked.

The phalanx infantry adjusted their formation, advanced the whole line for a while, and stood in place. The Macedonian archers stood behind the formation and began to fire their arrows in unison, the main target being the Roman light infantry.

The Roman light infantry fell to the ground one after another, and they were in a dilemma. On the march to the field, the Macedonian archers did not carry too many arrows and shot all the arrows in their quivers. About two-thirds of the light infantry was cropped, reducing the Roman infantry's long-handed attack. When the Macedonian phalanx attacked, there were fewer casualties.

Aloyos ordered: attack on all fronts! The Macedonian phalanx lined up and launched an oppressive offensive against the enemy's positions. The Macedonian cavalry was massed on the right flank, as the Roman heavy cavalry was also assembled on the opposite side. Cavalry vs. cavalry, infantry vs. infantry stun battles are about to take place.