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A Strategy Written by Hannibal Barca

Introduction
I am sure everyone has atleast tried one historic battle ever since the game has been released and you got yout filthy hands on it. Well here is the strategy for each one. Its a detailed description and overview with ideas on how to excell each one and either keep history the same or twist it and turn it the way you want.

Most of us have seen the Senate's description of a faction who is currently neutral to the Senate. A curious phrase in that description says that the faction should be "bled dry" before attacking.
A curious reference, and one the Senate never quite explains. Ever thought about how to do this? It's a challenge, but a great diplomatic coup that can be a source of endless amusement back at your capital. It can also strengthen your faction's standing in the world a great deal.Z

Often factions will garrison a town with just a few units, and a straightforward siege and attack is simply the best method to take it. But sometimes factions will strongly garrison a town, with another army marching near it. You can, of course, build a bigger army than theirs and crush them. You can also go straight for a bribe. But those options may not be possible, or you may not want to risk smashing the town with your catapults. Maybe you just want a challenge.

Your general is the most important part of your whole army, and it's important that you use him well.
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To the untrained observer, it might look like barbarian nations such as Gaul and Britannia have been sold short. Chosen Swordsmen are far from being the best infantry in the game. But this is not the case. Barbarians are experts on causing fear among enemies, a technique which, when used correctly, can rout a much bigger army. Many people prefer not to rout an enemy, as you will have to fight them again someday. This isn't the case, so long as you bring a couple of units of cavalry (and you really should.

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The pride and honor of the Early Classical Age, as Alexander swept through Asia conquering all the known world. You can rebuild this empire which has fallen for the past years, using thier magnificent armies and troops, especially the prestigous Hoplites, you will surely finish off your eastern opponents and if managed right, even hold off against the Romans.

Here we present to you the Unit Profiles and Strategies for the Carthaginigan Military. All tactics written by Hannibal Barca.


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