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SOMETHING NEW…

The story of my first campaign in Old World, where I led my Greek civilisation to global domination, is equally the story of Rome, my nemesis. When I first encountered the Romans, they were friendly, offering us goodies and hospitality, but it was a poisoned chalice – quite literally. A sickness spread, and Roman gifts were the source. I demanded justice and compensation; Rome only wanted war. It would take nearly 200 years until I got my revenge.

Old World feels like a meaningful evolution, and a welcome one

It was not a single continuous war, but rather an eternal grudge. The first conflict ended without much resolution, with the distance between our empires and the massive mountain chain that separated us creating some logistical difficulties. There were still battles, certainly, costing both of us more than soldiers. Family members, revered generals and close friends also lost their lives. Between the

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