Crusader Kings: Prisoners of War

Orville firmly believes that the most appropriate weapons should be used, especially when there is basically no distinction between advanced and backward weapons and equipment. The new javelin is very suitable for use against Parthians or some Germanic barbarians who are good at riding horses, so it is suitable for use in the empire. Widely promoted in the country, the new javelin is not necessarily suitable for use against all enemies.

The weapons and equipment of Ptolemaic Egypt were different from those of the Germans and Parthians. To a large extent, they inherited the infantry equipment of the Alexander period and liked to play heavy infantry and phalanx spearmen. As for cavalry, although Alexander the Great used Although he was extremely skilled, his successors had forgotten many of their cavalry skills over the centuries, and the Egyptian cavalry was not considered a fatal threat to Orville.

Therefore, he will target the opponent's infantry. The old-fashioned javelin is a very suitable weapon in this kind of battlefield - it has a strong shield-breaking ability. As long as it hits the opponent, it will kill or injure it. Even if it hits the shield, it can destroy the opponent's cover. This It makes people extremely passive on the battlefield. Although it gives up part of the range, it gains stronger penetration, which is a good choice when there is no crossbow.

Orville does not want to go to war with the Egyptians. Things that can be resolved peacefully are best resolved peacefully. But since he has decided to go, he must be fully prepared. Weapons, equipment, funds, and brave warriors will all be ready before he takes action. .

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Not long after that, in the manor on the outskirts of the city.

Ivar looked at Astolfo opposite him, and the corner of his mouth twitched slightly: "I remember that His Highness the Prince said, proceed with caution."

Astolfo, who had been out all day, rarely came back at noon, but he did not come back for dinner alone. He was accompanied by dozens of blond or brown-haired Germans. Ivar was also a man who grew up on the battlefield and on the sea. Look. It can be seen that these people are strong and strong, unlike Shantu.

Astolfo shrugged: "I am indeed doing things cautiously. In order to be careful enough, I also found a lot of helpers. I haven't been to Egypt, Parfi and Syria yet. I heard what he said about this trip. There are a lot of risks, so it’s obviously right to find some people to help me.”

Ivar was very curious about how the other party found so many non-slave Germans in the city of Rome where Latins gathered. Faced with Astolfo's explanation, Ivar could only respond with a stiff smile.

"In that case, I understand. But I will report this matter to Trajan. Please understand that these friends of yours are unstable factors in my opinion."

"No problem," Astolfo said, but he was still a little depressed, "You have really become a very loyal person... I thought you still had problems with the Romans."

"This is not good for me. I only agree to seek my position in his position. Now that I serve under His Royal Highness, I naturally have to fulfill my duties." Ivar answered very calmly, and his tone did not fluctuate.

Northerners are very open-minded about these things. As long as Orville doesn't directly kill his family, there is no need for him to fight Orville to death. They can fight to the death within themselves, let alone outsiders. It is not uncommon for enemies the day before to become friends today.

On the contrary, he now warned Astolfo: "Because of the behavior of your compatriots in Britain, I have reason to believe that many southern Germans are not worthy of trust, and these friends of yours may also be some of them. You most Keep an eye on them, or I'll do what you need to do."

Ivar was referring to the nobles who were captured in the war. Many of them wanted to treat the Romans from the beginning. It was not uncommon for them to try to escape after the guards relaxed. Some even escaped and refused to leave. Contact The local Anglo-Saxon rebels wanted to rob the prison, but fortunately Belisarius reacted quickly and suppressed it, otherwise the situation would have been a bit troublesome.

What Ivarti meant by this was to remind Astolfo that he could not trust these Germans now, after all, someone had just betrayed them.

Astolfo inevitably muttered: "You too, and so does that guy Alfred, he is so loyal..."

However, he just complained in his heart. Astolfo knew his own combat power - now it has almost become a unit of measurement of combat power. Not to mention others, at least Ivar couldn't handle it. Although Ivar's combat power is inferior to Rollo's. , but still several levels better than him. Not to mention that there are hundreds of big Viking men in this manor, and no one except Orville knows if there is a second gifted person in the manor.

"Thank you for your reminder, I will pay attention to it. Please also trust me. These warriors are all warriors I have carefully selected for adventure. They are loyal and reliable. I guarantee that they can play a role. When has His Royal Highness refused to be loyal? If the prince is here, I think he will agree with me."

Astolfo took out Orville to suppress the opponent. Ivar raised his eyebrows, but didn't say much, silently turned around and left.

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In recent times, Orville has paid less attention to finances and politics because he is busy with his marriage.

This is the first time in my life that this happened, so it is natural for me to be nervous and busy. For example, right now, he is praying in the largest Temple of Minerva in Rome.

The Flavi family was of Sabine origin, and the Sabines widely believed in Minerva (Athena), and the Flavi family was no exception. Minerva was the most revered god in the family, and a shrine of Minerva was placed in the Flavi mansion. Now that the family has encountered a happy event, it is natural to offer sacrifices to the goddess Minerva and pray for blessings. This is the rule of family and faith in this era. It was originally to ask for good luck, and Orville did not object much, so he came here in person to offer sacrifices, just as a short trip to increase his knowledge.

Next to him was Domitia, who was praying with a pious face. She was probably the only devout believer in the family. Around her were many priests who sang, danced, and chanted scriptures. They were now serving Minerva and the clergy who were responsible for taking care of the temple.

The difference between Minerva and Athena is actually not small, or strictly speaking, the two gods are completely different.

Athena was originally the goddess of the earth and the patron goddess of the city of Athens. Later, the Athenians extended it to the goddess of humanity and became the protector of civilization.

Minerva was originally the goddess of the moon and memory. In this respect, the Latins were also invaded by Greek culture. After the goddess Athena was introduced to Italy, she was confused with local gods. Minerva then acquired the divinity of goddess Athena and became a goddess with a complex divinity.