MacedonвЂ™s armies remain set on the pattern developed by Phillip II and Alexander, focusing primarily on infantry and cavalry, and led by heroic commanders. This distinction extends to the treasury, fuelled by an economy of agriculture, forestry and the taxation of ports, the exception being the gold and silver mines granted to the king. Macedon is an administration, with the king holding power and governing in the name of the people. Can the Macedonian Empire rise again under a new Alexander? The player also has the choice to play as one of three major political powers, each of which confers further military, economic and cultural benefits.Дesperate to reclaim its past glory, Macedon finds itself locked into its pre-Alexandrian borders by the Illyrians, Thracians and Greek city states on all sides. As a democracy, it also enjoys an improved level of population happiness. Now, tensions run high between these mighty nationsвЂ¦.ДЄs a playable faction, Carthage benefits from its mastery of the waves and its heritage as a great trading nation. The outcome of that war was perhaps better for Rome Carthage gained a foothold in Sicily, but Rome achieved dominance over much of the Italian peninsula. The nations even fought together during the Pyrrhic War, although this was a marriage of convenience to prevent Greek hegemony of Southern Italy and Sicily. Since the 6th century BC, Carthage has enjoyed a commercial treaty with Rome. Accomplished seamen, their ships are fast and manoeuvrable, with good ramming and missile capabilities. The core of its land forces, however, are elite Carthaginian citizens known as the Sacred Band and mighty war elephants from the forests of North Africa. As such, the bulk of its armies consist of mercenary units. Many people believe that child sacrifice takes place at their temples.Д¬arthage is an expansionist trading state with a small indigenous population. Holding the same polytheistic beliefs as their ancestors, the Carthaginians worship many gods, chief amongst them BaвЂ™al Hammon, The Ruler Of The Multitudes, and Tanit, the patron goddess of Carthage itself. Since gaining independence from its Phoenician forbears, it has quickly established a considerable military, naval and trade empire of its own. The beating heart of Carthage is the city itself, a major port and bustling trade hub nestling on the North African coast. Furthermore, the player will choose to conduct the affairs of Rome as the head of one of three great Roman houses: The Julia, The Cornelia, and the Junia, each of which bring further economic, military and cultural benefits. These monolithic formations are supported by the Roman cavalry, or equites.ДЄs a playable faction, Rome benefits economically from its excellence in metalwork, enjoys enhanced military development, and can exploit the masses in order to maintain public order. The oldest and most experienced warriors вЂ“ the bronze-armoured triarii вЂ“ hold the rear.

Behind them stand the more skilled, chainmail-clad principes. The young, lightly armoured hastati man the frontlines. Well-drilled, well-equipped heavy infantry form the backbone of the army. The strength of the Roman army lies in organisation, discipline and strict tactical doctrine. This makes the Republic militaristic at its very heart. Military service is mandatory for citizens, and one of the most profound contributions a citizen can make. Since throwing off the rule of the Etruscan Kings in around 500BC, the Roman Republic has come to represent a power like no other. To the east lie the Greeks, and to the south and west, the CarthaginiansвЂ¦ To the North lies the Estruscan League, and beyond, the Barbarian lands. Rome is the dominant power on the Italian peninsula, and stands at a turning point in history. Pyrrhus and his invading Greek warriors have been driven from the shores of Italy, and the burgeoning Republic boasts the military muscle to match its ambition. The Roman Republic is in a period of major growth.

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