Narses: The Eunuch General Who Defeated the Ostrogoths
When people think of great Byzantine generals, names like Belisarius often come first. Yet, in the middle of the 6th century, another commander, seemingly the opposite of the ideal warrior, …
Belisarius: Byzantine Empire’s Greatest Military Genius
Belisarius is considered one of the most remarkable military commanders in history. He was a man who commanded the army and fought to restore the glory of Rome when most …
Top 5 Roman Themed Board Games: Part 2
In Part 1, we explored #5 Colosseum, #4 Trajan, and #3 The Republic of Rome. Now it’s time for the top two Roman themed board games — the games that …
Top 5 Roman Board Games: Part 1
Roman board games are another product of our fascination with their culture. Roman history has inspired more than just epic films, historical documentaries. Many people, including me, love to entertain …
Why the Romans Never Conquered Scandinavia
The Roman Empire expanded across vast territories, yet it never advanced into the northern lands of Scandinavia. This region, made up of rugged terrain, dense forests, and a harsh climate, …
Europa Universalis: Rome – Strategy, History, and the Glory of the Republic
Intro Long before Paradox Interactive became famous for Crusader Kings and Europa Universalis IV, there was an ambitious project that dared to bring the grand strategy formula into the ancient …
What Caused Roman Cities to Be Abandoned in the Medieval Era?
Many modern cities like London, Paris, and Milan can trace their roots back to the Roman Empire, which built a vast urban network stretching from Britain to Syria. While some …
Life in Ancient Rome: Crisis, Chaos, and Daily Struggles
Life in ancient Rome during the third century was full of challenges and uncertainty. People faced political instability, economic troubles, and frequent threats from both inside and outside the Empire. …
Imperator Rome – Paradox’s Most Ambitious (and Misunderstood) Grand Strategy Game
When Imperator Rome launched in April 2019, expectations were sky-high. Paradox Interactive, the Swedish studio behind genre-defining titles like Crusader Kings and Europa Universalis, was finally taking on the classical …
Imperium Romanum & Grand Ages: Rome – Forgotten Gems of Roman Strategy Gaming
In the world of Roman-themed strategy games, titles like Caesar III and Rome: Total War tend to dominate the conversation. But for those who looked just beyond the obvious classics, …
Rome: Total War – The Strategy Game That Let You Conquer the Ancient World
For fans of ancient Rome, Rome: Total War wasn’t just a game — it was a portal to the past. Released in 2004 by Creative Assembly, this ambitious title became …
Caesar Game Series: A Legendary City-Building Journey
For those who love ancient Rome, there is one game series that has delivered such an immersive, educational, and oddly nostalgic experience as the Caesar game series. To be honest, …
The Great Illyrian Revolt: How a Regional Uprising Shook the Roman Empire
The Roman Empire faced many challenges as it expanded across the Mediterranean, often clashing with strong and independent peoples. Among these were the Illyrians, a group whose homeland was rich …
What If the Black Death Never Reached the Eastern Roman Empire?
In the late summer of 1347, merchant ships traveled between key trade ports in the Mediterranean and Black Sea. Among these stops was Constantinople, the capital of the Eastern Roman …