The two Legionaries appeared to be locked in an embrace.
They flew off the top of the slope. Their plunge, however, wasn't voluntary.
They were pinned together by a long iron barb protruding through their stomachs.
Welcome to 263 B.C.
Between clashes of the Qart Hadasht Empire and the upstart Republic, men died. Whether from sharp blades held by strong arms or stones and bolts launched by ancient artillery, the hand of death grabbed souls from both sides of the battle line.
Alerio Sisera will need more than an iron constitution, sharp steel, and a sturdy shield. To survive, he'll need his wits, luck, and infinite courage.
