Historical Briefing
At the Trebia in 218 BC, Hannibal lured a Roman army across the freezing river at dawn, then sprang a hidden force under his brother Mago against their rear. For Rome it was a hard first lesson: an unbroken, disciplined line could survive even a perfect ambush.
Tactical Lesson
Weather the opening blow, keep a key unit alive, and trade down Carthage's force.
Scenario Rules
- Carthage attacks first each turn for the opening turns.
Objectives
- ★1 Survive until turn 6
- ★2 Keep a unit alive for 3 turns
- ★3 Destroy 2 Carthage units
Battle Report
Rome learned at Trebia that an unbroken line can survive even a perfect ambush.