The GHS Group continued their Hail Caesar block this month, with a Roman versus Carthaginian clash in Spain.
The battle opened with action on both wings, while the opposing centers closed on each other. The Roman right flank cavalry got into action quickly, and soon routed their Carthaginian opponents. On the other flank the Carthaginian skirmishers utilized a hill and some rough terrain to stymie the Roman cavalry.
When the centers met the action heated up. The Carthaginians managed several breakthroughs in the very center, but both sides brought up reserves and neither could keep the upper hand.
The Roman cavalry, looking to roll up the Carthaginian line, was stymied by elephants, while both sides ground each other down. The end result was a bloody draw, great fun all around.
The Forces of Carthage Advance |
Roman Cohorts in Action |
Roman Cavalry Routs the Carthaginian Right |
Driving Off the Carthaginian Cavalry |
Good View of the Table |
Heavy Fighting in the Center |
The Carthaginian Line Starts to Buckle |
But Reserves Move Up |
Heavy Skirmishing on the Carthaginian Right |
Breakthrough in the Center |
Elephants Stymie the Roman Cavalry |
Back and Forth in the Center |
Fresh Carthaginians Push Forward |
But the Romans Hold On |