ancient greece mediterranean ruler

Chapter 252 Attack Planning
After hearing this, Bagule stood up, walked to the map prepared by Daves, pointed to the pass between the La River and the upper reaches of the Sinni River, and said: "The Pikosis people once built here. We set up a camp, mainly to guard against us. After the Potentians occupied Grumentum, they did not abandon it, but instead fortified it. According to reports from the reconnaissance team, there were approximately 200 Potentian warriors stationed in this camp. , although there are not many people, the narrow pass is not conducive to the deployment of troops. It is impossible for us to capture it in a short time. On the contrary, it will arouse the vigilance of the Potentians in Grumentum. If they come quickly Reinforcements will be a big trouble for us!

After careful consideration, Mr. Sesta and I decided not to take the narrow road, but to follow your previous suggestion and directly cross the La River to the north bank, march from the mountain road to the south, and attack Grumentum. "

"Although the La River is not wide, there are steep cliffs on both sides. Lucanians with strong climbing skills will have to work hard to climb across. You want to lead thousands of people across the river, how will you cross?" He Meng questioned.

Bagule looked at Davos.

Davos smiled and nodded.

So, Bagule said: "Lord Daves asked Little Heraclid to send his men to follow us for several days and carefully surveyed both sides of the La River. They believed that they had the ability to build a river on both sides within a day or two. The rope bridge can carry 6000 soldiers without any problem! Now the ropes, planks and other materials for building the bridge have been made, and we are just waiting for your order, Lord Davos."

Hermon and Vespa looked at each other. They had not heard any news about this matter. They had been thinking of ways to mobilize and plan the tribes outside Grumentum to attack the camp guarding the pass to prepare for the attacking troops. Open access.

Davos saw that the two people had different expressions, and said with a cautious expression: "According to the "Dionysian Military Law", military plans must be kept secret. If they are leaked, they will be punished, and in serious cases, they may even be executed. Just because you are like this Participants in this operation, so Bagule told you the military operation plan, and I hope you can strictly keep the secret after returning and not leak it."

After Weispa and Hermon heard this, they relieved some of their unhappiness and immediately made guarantees.

"It will take more than a day from Niutum to Grumentum. No matter how concealed the 6000 troops are, they are easy to be discovered." Felicius reminded.

Before Bagule could answer, Hemon said first: "If Bagule leads the troops to cross the river and take the mountain road to the south, there is no need to worry..." Hemon's finger crossed the Lahe River on the map, confidently Said: "Because of our efforts during this period, the tribes in the settlements to the south outside Grumentum City are basically willing to paint our Dionia. When the time comes, I will follow Bagule's troops, I believe Not only will the tribe there not reveal our whereabouts, but they will also help us reach Grumentum City faster."

"If Master Hermon can go, it will be of greatest help to the attack on Grumentum!" Davos welcomed him with a smile. He also said: "In order to prevent accidents from happening, I will send Izam's reconnaissance team in advance. Sneak into the Grumentum area, try your best to block the mountain roads leading to the city in the south, and intercept those Lucanians who may report to the city, so as to ensure that when you launch a surprise attack on Grumentum City, the enemy will not attack the city. Still don’t know anything about this!”

"The tribes in the city promised us that as long as we launch an attack, they will gather about 500 tribesmen and attack the south gate guarded by Lusau." Hemon seemed even more excited after receiving praise from Davos.

"With the joint efforts of several adults, we are fully prepared for this operation." Davos opened his hands, showed a relaxed smile, looked at Bagule, and said seriously: "Bagule, you are Frontline commander, it is up to you to decide the specific combat deployment and cooperation with allies in the city. I will not interfere as I am far away in Thurii. I just hope that you will try to think more about the difficulties. Once an unexpected situation occurs, you Corresponding measures must be taken.”

Bagule nodded solemnly, feeling the pressure.Vespa, who was sitting next to him, patted him on the shoulder and encouraged him.

There was both excitement and envy in Hermon's eyes: This is the first time that Lucanians have led an independent battle in the Dionysian Alliance. Bagule has a bright future. Unfortunately, he is already married, otherwise he will definitely give up a daughter. Marry him.

"What else do you want?" Davos asked again.

Bagule hesitated for a moment, and said, "I took all the soldiers from Niutum City away. The defense there is a little empty. I hope to send some soldiers from Thurii to temporarily protect the safety of Niutum City."

Davos was still thinking about it, and Felicius immediately said: "Sir, I think we can let Zantiparis and the others go to garrison Niutum, and--"

"And these mercenaries who came back from Persia with me have relatively rich experience in fighting in the mountains." After Felicius reminded Davos, he remembered that Thurii also had this group of people who did not need to cultivate farmland and work in the port. The elite force of odd jobs: "They can also assist you in taking Grumentum."

"With their help, I am more confident in capturing Grumentum!" Bagule said excitedly.

Davos stood up and looked around the four people: "Tomorrow I will propose to the Senate - attack Grumentum. I hope you will unite and cooperate and spread the news of victory as soon as possible!"

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After more than two days of trekking, a thousand mercenaries led by Zantiparis finally walked out of the mountains and came to the Lahe Fortress.

Out of the need for confidentiality, the Lahe Fortress has blocked the passage to the north and announced to the outside world that there is a group of Lucanians who escaped from Grumentum, hiding in the mountains and forests, and robbed Niutum many times. people and merchants, Niutum is sending troops to search for them.Therefore, there are few pedestrians on the road to Niutum, and there are no merchants who usually come and go to trade.

"When we got here, we saw the flat road. The next road should be easier." Tormid complained: "I heard that the road from Niutum to Thurii has been under construction for more than a year. You’ve only cultivated to this point!”

"After all, this is in a mountainous area, not on a flat road. You don't know how difficult the mountain road we just walked is. Davers actually wants to turn it into a flat road. If I don't dare Think about it! It's normal for the road construction here to be slow, as long as it can be repaired in the end." Zantiparis comforted him and said.

"Parris, you have only been in Dionia for half a year, and you have already started to speak for Davos!" Tormid teased.

Zantiparis glanced at him: "Aren't you?"

The two laughed.

"I hope this expedition will go well and we can all become prepared citizens of Dionia!" Tormid said expectantly.Previously, he followed the First Legion to Corunnia, but Locri sued for peace without fighting, causing the mercenaries' attempt to gain credit to fail.

"I'm not worried about this. What I'm worried about is whether the brothers' changing weapons and equipment will affect their fighting and increase casualties!" Zantiparis looked back at the shirtless and sweaty soldiers, worried. said.

Because of the need to march and fight in the mountains, Davos suggested that Xantiparis ask the mercenaries not to wear Corinthian helmets, thick and airtight linen breastplates, bronze greaves, and surprisingly heavy bucklers for the time being. It is to put on the Lucania warrior uniform, leather hat, short robe, and wooden shield (during the battle with the Lucarian tribal alliance and the battle to capture Niutum, Dionia captured a large number of Lucania. The weapons and equipment of the Canians were left unused in Thurii's arsenal). Zantiparis, who had experience in mountain combat, thought about it repeatedly and finally accepted Daves' suggestion.

"Don't worry, our offensive strength is much higher than the enemy's. Besides, we have internal support, so it's not a problem to take down Niutum easily. Moreover, the brothers are equipped with Lucarian equipment, and the march is indeed much easier. Otherwise, just climbing a mountain would be enough to wear us down. But here—” Tormid pointed to the flat terrain ahead, but it was always rising, and said, “I’ve been climbing mountains all the time!”

Xantiparis knew that Tormid was right. He was just old and not very adaptable to this new change, so he remained silent.

Tormid approached him and whispered: "Recently, I heard Agasia say that Davos had several discussions with Felixius and the three legion commanders to prepare for the weapons and equipment of the Dionysian soldiers. Transform them to make them lighter and more suitable for long-lasting long-distance and mountain operations..."

Zantiparis was stunned and said with a slight worry: "Is this news true? If there were no copper shields and heavy armor, would it still be the Greek heavy infantry?!"

"Paris, don't forget that a few decades ago the Greek heavy infantry still used bronze breastplates! It was not because it was too heavy for combat that it was finally replaced by the current linen breastplates!" Tormid reminded: " This is not the focus of your concern, what you should consider is why Davers wants to improve the soldiers' equipment?"

Zantiparis was not a fool. After his reminder, he immediately understood: "Davos wants to expand northward?!" Changing the equipment of the city-state army is of course not just for one battle or a few battles, it must be for To serve the long-term plan of the entire city-state, Davos wanted to make the soldiers' armor lightweight, durable, and conducive to the mountains. Combined with these characteristics, and looking at the environment around Dionia, his intention is more obvious. Only Dai Vos Only in the north of Onia, in the central and northern part of the Apennine Peninsula, will there be more mountains and more mountain races.

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