23 Episode 22 Hadrians Rebellion Part 1 (1/2)

The Emperor Hercule, a national hero and famous general for the Lemurians, is the subject of many stories, as are his contemporaries, Sasan VIII and Ludwig I.

In addition to the war stories featuring the Emperor Hercule, there are also war stories featuring the famous generals who served him, such as ...... ”The Kuro Panther,” Darios Leopard, as his trusted lord.

Or as a gentle but misogynistic man in the love stories of the women who adorned the Herculean emperor, such as Carolina Galleanos.

Or as an innovative and progressive patron in stories featuring the artists and scientists supported by the emperor.

Or as a devout messianist in picture books and stories used by the clergy for preaching.

And in stories featuring Sasan VIII and Ludwig I, he is a formidable adversary.

In some stories, a man from the future comes to Emperor Hercule and teaches him knowledge of the future, and in others, Emperor Hercule becomes a woman.

However, the personality of Emperor Hercule as depicted in such stories has two patterns.

One is as a good monarch who is kind-hearted, always thinking of his people, pious and devout, and shedding tears over the death of his soldiers.

The other is a brutal, man-less, godless, means-less, but still glorious tyrant.

It is true that there are different kinds of Herculean Emperors for different writers.

However, it is a fact that the view of the Herculean emperor is greatly divided.

What is about to happen now is a famous historical fact that is completely divided by the way it is portrayed by different writers.

This is Hadrian's Rebellion.

One historian argues as follows.

Some historians claim that Hadrian's Rebellion was planned by the emperor Hercule.

Some historians argue that Hadrian's Rebellion was planned by the Emperor Hercule.

Hadrian's Rebellion was unexpected by Hercule.

Now ......

Which is the truth?

Only one thing can be said.

But one thing is for sure: Hercule does not leave any 'inconvenient facts' in history.

”But I feel sorry for Hadrian. When the Emperor's army was destroyed, he took a chance and raised his troops, only to find that his army was unharmed.

A dandy of a man with a mustache said to Hercule with a smile.

His hair and eyes are brown.

Long, slender ears protrude from his hair.

His skin is tanned and brown.

His hair is tanned and brown, and he wears his hair in a very advanced style.

The clothes and ornaments he wears show that he is very fashion conscious.

The man's name is Edmund Erdemort.

He is a half-elf of mixed race, a military nobleman.

And ......

He is also Hercule's half-brother.

He was the son of the previous Emperor Hadrian III with a human concubine.

This is the origin of Edmund Erdemort.

Gullfith excels at commanding heavy cavalry (cribanarius).

Of course, it does not mean that he can only lead heavy cavalry, but he is the best at it.

Edmond, on the other hand, is an all-rounder and can handle basically any kind of troops.

However, he is not particularly good at commanding.

If I had to say one thing, it would be archers.

During the battle against Darios, Edmond was the only general who could take charge of the defense of the Imperial City, so he had to stay at home.

This time, Galfis is taking over.

But this time, Galfis is taking over.

I don't know why there is such a difference between you and Titus when you are both my brother.

”I'm glad you think so, Your Majesty.

I'm not sure if it's a good idea, but it's a good idea.

Unlike Edmond, Titus is a High Elf like Hercule.

Titus is a talented artist, but has no political or military talent.

That's why he'll be a burden to you if you bring him into the war. ......

If Titus remains in Nova Lemuria, Hadrian may try to kill him.

That's why he is staying with Hercule, the safest man in the world.

Yes, this expedition to the Principality of Trabizos was a trap to catch Hadrian.

On the way to the Duchy of Travizos, Hadrian met with a storm and his army was destroyed.

By secretly informing Hadrian that the army was destroyed in a storm during the expedition, Hadrian and the nobles of his supporting faction would revolt and be suppressed, thereby wiping out the opposing forces.

This is the plan that Hercule has come up with this time.

Rather than purging them slowly, defeat them once in a war, bring them to their knees, and teach them that they are no match for us.

And then purge them at the roots.

That would eventually stabilize the political situation.

That is what Hercule decided.

Rebellion is bound to happen someday.

Then let it happen sooner rather than later.

”But, Your Majesty. Are you really so stupid as to fall for ...... Hadrian?

It's not as easy as it sounds, though, is it?

I'm not sure if you've seen this before, but I'm sure you have.

Hercule thought back to the beautiful demon with black hair and kimono.

Thanks to Asmodeus' deception, the first stage was a great success.

”Your Majesty!　I see you!　It's Nova Lemuria!

Christos shouts.

Up until now, Hercule and the others have been at sea.

They turned back when Hadrian fell for their false information and claimed to be the emperor.

Now, all we have to do is fight Hadrian and win.

My arms are ringing. Finally, it's your turn.

Edmond laughed in amusement.

Meanwhile, Hadrian and his merry men looked downcast.

No wonder.

As the gods had said, everything was going to be all right.

So, as soon as I raised my troops, Hercule came back.

How many men have you gathered?

”Eighteen hundred infantry. ”About eighteen hundred infantry, two hundred crossbowmen. 200 cavalry. We've got 800 cavalry reinforcements from the Kingdom of Vulgaron. Total, three hundred.

”...... Hmm.

Hadrian thinks.

The standing army that Hercule has is about 200 infantry, 100 cavalry, and 100 archers, for a total of about 400.