Acta Diurna · The Daily Chronicle of the Forum

Perjury and Blood: Egypt (Tim4egg) Renounces Pledges to Greece (Luis Rodriguez) in Cilician Strait

The peace between former allies dissolved in an instant when Egypt (Tim4egg) marched treacherous cohorts into Cilician Strait, overthrowing the encampment of Greece (Luis Rodriguez). Scribes report that ambassadors of Greece were dining in the tent of the commanding general when the attack commenced. Horsemen galloped out from Greece with pleas for reinforcement, and found only shut gates in the neighboring cities. Wise men agree that the matter will be settled by the next war, as the last one was.

Lines Broken: Persia (Эльф ушастый) Forced to Abandon Cilician Strait

The cohorts of Persia (Эльф ушастый) guarding Cilician Strait were shattered by a coordinated push from Greece (Luis Rodriguez). Battered shields and broken spears littered the roadway as the defending ranks disintegrated. Smoke from the campfires at Minoan Sea had been noticed, though few understood its meaning. The augurs of Persia found only ill omens in the entrails and refused to name the next day's sacrifice. The senate has voted to thank the gods, with a note that the thanks may be redirected.

Shields and Spears: Carthage (Kowalski) Recruits 1 Additional Cohort

Revenues from newly won provinces have permitted Carthage (Kowalski) to commission 1 additional unit without straining the domestic treasury. Officers express high confidence in the defensive depth now established along the frontier. 'A tablet costs two obols, a war costs a province; I know which I would rather buy,' remarked a stationer. Scholars in the great library copied the dispatch twice, once for the record and once for the argument that would follow.

Depleted Coffers: Rome (Базослав) Disbands Frontier Garrison

Pilgrims descending from the oracle road relate that the senate of Rome (Базослав) has ordered the demobilization of 1 formation due to inadequate provincial revenue. Treasurers praise the frugality, though frontier commanders warn of grave vulnerability. 'Even Hannibal lost his elephants to the cold,' mused a schoolmaster, 'and Rome is no Hannibal.' A scribe in the chancery was heard to remark that the gods have been very consistent in their silence.

The Bitter Feud of Carthage (Kowalski) and Rome (Базослав)

The mutual antipathy of Carthage (Kowalski) and Rome (Базослав) has continued for 3 full years of active warfare, marked by ceaseless sieges and skirmishes. Chroniclers struggle to recall the original quarrel that provoked this ruinous clash of empires. 'Ask me again when the snow has melted and the roads are open,' advised a courier changing horses. Bankers of Corinth lent to both sides at the same rate and slept soundly.

No Truce, No Mercy: The Long Conflict of Egypt (Tim4egg) and Persia (Эльф ушастый)

Warfare between Egypt (Tim4egg) and Persia (Эльф ушастый) has spanned 3 straight years without a single treaty or festival truce to interrupt the slaughter. Both treasuries are strained to the breaking point, yet pride forbids any concession. Wine-sellers on the Via Sacra, never short of gossip, assure us that fresh levies are already being marshaled. It is observed that heralds on both sides have used the word 'glorious' so often that it has lost two thirds of its value.

The dominion of Carthage (Kowalski) prospers under favorable stars, growing by 1 city to an impressive 9. Empty granaries and shuttered counting-houses in Rome (Базослав): down 1 stronghold, to 5 strongholds.

Fishwives claim that the daughter of a general of Carthage was seen weeping at the temple of Egypt, and no one will say why.

A pale comet was seen over the eastern hills for three nights in 4; augurs disagree on whether it favours the sword or the plough.

ORACULAR CONSULTATIONS: Priestess of Apollo interprets nocturnal visions and auspicious flights of eagles. Discretion assured for patrician patrons.