Pelusium: Gateway to Egypt

Persia vs Egypt

Persia — Pelusium: Gateway to Egypt
525 BC · Pelusium, Egypt

Historical Briefing

At Pelusium in 525 BC, Cambyses II defeated Pharaoh Psamtik III at Egypt's eastern gateway, beginning Persian rule over the Nile. Egypt became the empire's richest satrapy, prized for its grain.

Tactical Lesson

Weaken the defenders with archery and break through before they recover.

Scenario Rules

  • Your first Archer effect each turn costs 0 energy.

Objectives

  • ★1 Win the duel
  • ★2 Reduce enemy ATK 2 times
  • ★3 Win by turn 12

Battle Report

Pelusium opened Egypt to Persia and made it the empire's richest satrapy.