Post by Prince Alexios on Jan 27, 2019 8:09:21 GMT -8
A Way Back Home
A Way Back Home is heavily based on Xenophon's Anabasis. Prince Araces of the Saracid Empire led a military coup against his brother, Shahanshah Daamus I. Foreign kings, generals, mercenaries, rebellious satraps and more came to the aid of Araces, hoping to overthrow Daamus I and replace him with the prince. After consolidating his army, Araces marched towards the heartland of the Saracid Empire and met his brother's forces at the valley of Cireen.
Araces deployed his forces in the center, while his allies took position on either flank. The rebels were on the verge of a decisive victory, until Araces himself was killed in battle, which disheartened his loyal subjects. The Shahanshah pressed the advantage and broke the allied center. The remaining rebels, who thought they were winning the battle, either fled in confusion, or were destroyed by Daamus' renewed assault.
Those who survived are now scattered across the Saracid Empire - trapped behind enemy lines. They must fight their way out lest they all be destroyed by Daamus and the hostile groups who surround them.
Araces deployed his forces in the center, while his allies took position on either flank. The rebels were on the verge of a decisive victory, until Araces himself was killed in battle, which disheartened his loyal subjects. The Shahanshah pressed the advantage and broke the allied center. The remaining rebels, who thought they were winning the battle, either fled in confusion, or were destroyed by Daamus' renewed assault.
Those who survived are now scattered across the Saracid Empire - trapped behind enemy lines. They must fight their way out lest they all be destroyed by Daamus and the hostile groups who surround them.
The Outskirts of N'ron
It is highly recommended and preferred that participating characters resemble individuals of the time period. They may each command up to 200 soldiers of your own discretion; Alexios, for example, commands 150 Leopard Cavalry.