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

First, let's calmly compare the differences between Hercule's army and Hadrian's army.

The major difference is in numbers.

Hercule has the advantage in numbers.

However, the difference in numbers is not more than twice as great, and can be easily overcome by generals, luck, weather, and terrain.

Then there are the differences in the divisions.

First, the Projectile Weapons Division.

Hercule's army has 960 longbows.

Hadrian's army has 200 crossbows.

The Herculean army is far superior in numbers.

If we take into account the difference in rapid fire, the Herculean army has a far greater advantage in projectile weapons.

Next is the infantry.

The Herculean force is a mixture of 19200 Pike and Halberd units.

Hadrian's army was 2000, with different weapons for different men, and no uniformity.

The former were inferior in number, but the difference was not so great that it could be considered within the margin of error.

In addition, considering the performance of the weapons, uniformity, and the skill and morale of each soldier, the former is still superior.

Lastly, cavalry units.

Hercule's army consisted of 960 heavy cavalry (cribanarius).

Hadrian's army consisted of 800 light cavalry from the nomadic Bulgarians and 200 of his own cavalry, for a total of 10,000.

The difference in numbers is also an error.

It's hard to say about their skill level. ......

First of all, the heavy cavalry of Hercule's army (Cribanarius) is undoubtedly elite, and it is no exaggeration to say that they are the strongest heavy cavalry on the continent.

However, the light cavalry of Hadrian's army, the nomadic Bulgarians, are also elite.

After all, they are born cavalrymen.

And the power of their shooting is immense.

It doesn't matter if you don't count the 200 that Hadrian prepared for himself.

They were just a bunch of horsemen who were rich enough to have horses.

As you can see, ......

The battle was decided by the cavalry on both wings.

It is the only way Hadrian can win, and the only way Hercule can lose is with cavalry.

And if one of them wins the cavalry battle, ......

And if either side wins the cavalry battle, they can flank the other infantry.

That way, victory or defeat is decided.

So Hercule made the first move.

That is, eliminate the enemy cavalry.

To be more specific, it was the ...... takeover of the Bulgars.

Hercule's army and Hadrian's army faced each other and did not move for three days.

This was because Hercule's army had built a strong position and remained holed up without being provoked by Hadrian's army.

Hercule had no intention of taking Hadrian's cheap provocation.

Not until the negotiations in front of him were over.

”Young general of the Bulgars. Thank you for coming.

Hercule spoke in Bulgarian to the young man in front of him, though he was older than Hercule.

The young man's eyes widened in surprise, not expecting the Lemurian emperor to be able to speak Bulgarian.

Hercule had invited one of his generals, the leader of the Bulgarian cavalry, into the camp.

He sent a messenger to him secretly and asked to speak with him, to which the general responded.

The fact that the other party agreed to the ...... discussion means that the other party does not have anything at all to discuss with Hercule.

The game is almost decided when you get your opponent to the table.

”Well, well, well, thank you very much for your time. ...... Where did you learn to speak Bulgarian?

”It's rare, but if you look for one, you can find a tutor. It is only natural for an emperor to learn the language of his friend and ally, the Bulgarians.

Hercule says with an emphasis on certain words.

That's where the Bulgarons cry.

In fact, the general is trying to keep his composure. ......

The general is trying to keep his composure, but there is a hint of impatience in his eyes.

The treaty between the Lemurian Empire and the Kingdom of Bulgaron can be summarized in four parts.

The two sides are non-aggressive and non-plundering.

Trade.

The Kingdom of Bulgalon will send reinforcements at the request of the Lemurian Emperor.

The Lemurian Empire will pay a certain amount of tribute to the Kingdom of Bulgalon every year.

The Lemurian Empire pays a certain amount of tribute to the Kingdom of Bulgalon every year. With this treaty, the two countries have established a friendly relationship.

At first glance, it may seem that the Lemurian Empire is buying peace for the Kingdom of Bulgalon with money and gaining temporary peace. ......

But things are not that simple.

The most important aspect of this treaty is trade.

The nomads cannot live without the farmers.

Obviously, sheep meat and horse milk are not nutritious enough.

The grain and other necessities of life produced by farmers are essential for nomads.