First Battle of Bedriacum
Otho's legions engage Vitellius' forces in a desperate dawn battle near Bedriacum, with both sides fighting fiercely for control of the Roman Empire. The uneven terrain and muddy conditions add to the
Setting
The battlefield near the village of Bedriacum in the Po Valley, with rolling fields and scattered farmlands. The ground is uneven, with patches of mud from recent spring rains, and the distant silhouette of Cremona can be seen on the horizon.
Characters
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Legionary Centurion (Otho's side)
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A battle-hardened centurion in his late 30s, with a muscular build and scars from previous battles. His face is weathered from years of campaigning, with a broken nose and a permanent squint from staring into the sun. His short-cropped hair is streaked with gray, and his forearms bear the marks of old tattoos honoring Mars.
Legionary Standard-Bearer (Otho's side)
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A young Roman soldier in his early 20s, with a lean but muscular build from years of military training. His face is smeared with dirt and sweat, and his short-cropped dark hair is matted under his helmet. His arms bear fresh scratches from the battle, and his knuckles are white from gripping the standard pole.
Vitellian Legionary
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A battle-worn soldier in his late 20s to early 30s, with a muscular build from years of military training. His face is smeared with dirt and sweat, and a fresh cut runs across his left cheek. His short-cropped hair is damp with perspiration, and his eyes are narrowed in focus.
Wounded Soldier
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A young Othonian legionary in his early 20s, with a lean but muscular build from years of military training. His face is streaked with dirt and blood, his short-cropped dark hair matted with sweat. A deep wound in his abdomen bleeds profusely, staining his tunic crimson. His skin is pale from blood loss, and his breathing is labored.
Dialog
Legionary Centurion
Hold that flank, you sons of Mars! Or by Dis, I'll send you to Pluto myself!
Legionary Standard-Bearer
The eagle stands! Rally to the eagle!
Legionary Centurion
You there - close ranks! Those Vitellian dogs smell blood!
Legionary Standard-Bearer
By Jupiter's thunder, they're at the Aquila! Centurion!
Legionary Centurion
Then die standing, boy! Better that than explain a lost eagle to Otho!
Legionary Standard-Bearer
The Fourteenth stands with us! See their vexillum!
Legionary Centurion
Then we hold until the last breath leaves our throats. Form testudo! Now!
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