Beyond Rich and Poor: Life in Rome’s Middle Social Ranks
Roman society was sharply divided between the wealthy elite and the poor majority, yet a smaller group occupied a space in between. This segment showed signs of moderate prosperity, though …
Timgad: Rome’s Desert Jewel and Perfectly Preserved Colony
Timgad, located on the edge of the Sahara in modern Algeria, stands as one of the best-preserved examples of a Roman colony. Built during the reign of Emperor Trajan around 100 AD, …
The Last Roman Legion – Who Survived the Fall of Rome?
The Roman legions went through major changes as the empire weakened in the fourth and fifth centuries. Once the core of Roman power, these units became smaller, less uniform, and harder …
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 …