ILORCA - 211 BC

Carthaginian vs Roman

Historical Background
Gnaeus Scipio had lost the advantage of numbers with the desertion of the mercenaries. Although unaware of Publius Scipio's fate, Gnaeus decided to withdraw towards northern Iberia after Mago and Hasdrubal Gisco arrived with their armies. The Romans moved out of their camp leaving his camp fires burning and made for Ebro at night. The Numidians located them the following day, their attacks forcing the Romans to take position on a hilltop for the night near Ilorca. The main Carthaginian army arrived the during the night, now made up of the forces of Hasdrubal Barca, Hasdrubal Gisco and Mago. In desperation, the Romans tried to create a defensive wall with baggages and saddles, as the ground was too stoney for digging. The Carthaginians easily overran this, and Gnaeus was killed in the fighting, most of his army was destroyed.
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The stage is set. The battle lines are drawn and you are in command. The rest is history.

War Council

Carthaginian Army
Leaders: Hasdrubal Barca, Mago Barca, Hasdrubal Gisco
Take 5 Command cards
Move First

Roman Army
Leader: Gnaeus Scipio
Take 4 Command cards

Victory
6 Banners

Special Rules
none.

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