Post by Lucius Valerius Silvio on Mar 13, 2008 11:24:55 GMT -5
As the Celtibarians had called for aid, Rome had accepted helping them. Without consulting the senate, Lucius had made the decision alone with the messenger who had asked him. He had agreed to send an army of 400 000 Legionaries, but before anyone could leave things had to be secure. For a long time already, Rome had started to build an armada of 7000 Ships. Woods from forests all over the land had been taken in use to build a such strength of force, it truly would be a large and dangerous invasion strength. The legions who had trained for years were specialist and veterans within their job, with good skills and abilities they believed that victory could easily be achieved. Since Rome were preparing an invasion force, they as well had prepared siege equipment to take along. On each ship with 50 men was to carry five Ballistae, two Onager, twenty Scorpios and one catapult. The ships was large and could carry a lot, but slow it traveled. With big sails and slaves to paddle, the armada would sooner or later arrive in time.
Lucius, who had ordered the Romans to aid the allies that had called for help, now was inspecting the troops while he rode through the camp they had built outside of the city. Behind him guards followed, in case unexpected things would arrive from the mass of people. Quickly he rode on top of the highest hill, looking over the army that had gathered in front of him. On each side, one man on horse held the standard of Rome in respect to show Lucius was royal and important. With raised hand he greeted them, and in return they shouted."Ave Lucius, Ave Lucius!" Like a storm of words it filled the air with excitement and inspiration, as large the number of men was seen. Slowly Lucius lowered his hand, telling them to be silent as he now would speak."Men of Rome! Today is a honorable day, today, when the greatest fleet ever built will set sail, a new era begins. An era which will not only give us power on land, but as well on sea. The future of Rome lies in our hands, give Rome glory and I can promise you, you will be rewarded! Go now and help our allies, give Rome power and strength to show the world we are strong. That we are skilled warriors, for Rome and glory!"Lucius spoke out loud in return, watching as the people cheered for what to come.
With that done, Lucius turned and rode to where the captains and generals had decided to meet. There as things was planned, he showed them clearly what he wanted by pointing on the map. The legions was to travel with the Celtibarians that earlier had helped them in war against the italics, together they would go and destroy their common foe. Lucius as well had called another small army of 50 000 men to prepare, since more plans he had in mind.
Lucius, who had ordered the Romans to aid the allies that had called for help, now was inspecting the troops while he rode through the camp they had built outside of the city. Behind him guards followed, in case unexpected things would arrive from the mass of people. Quickly he rode on top of the highest hill, looking over the army that had gathered in front of him. On each side, one man on horse held the standard of Rome in respect to show Lucius was royal and important. With raised hand he greeted them, and in return they shouted."Ave Lucius, Ave Lucius!" Like a storm of words it filled the air with excitement and inspiration, as large the number of men was seen. Slowly Lucius lowered his hand, telling them to be silent as he now would speak."Men of Rome! Today is a honorable day, today, when the greatest fleet ever built will set sail, a new era begins. An era which will not only give us power on land, but as well on sea. The future of Rome lies in our hands, give Rome glory and I can promise you, you will be rewarded! Go now and help our allies, give Rome power and strength to show the world we are strong. That we are skilled warriors, for Rome and glory!"Lucius spoke out loud in return, watching as the people cheered for what to come.
With that done, Lucius turned and rode to where the captains and generals had decided to meet. There as things was planned, he showed them clearly what he wanted by pointing on the map. The legions was to travel with the Celtibarians that earlier had helped them in war against the italics, together they would go and destroy their common foe. Lucius as well had called another small army of 50 000 men to prepare, since more plans he had in mind.