Scipio Killed?

Hannibal: Rome and Carthage in the Second Punic War is a new and innovative turn-based strategy game that puts you in command of the Carthaginian military during a period of total war over land and sea with the young Roman Republic. With this military juggernaut of the ancient world at your disposal, you will vie for control over Italy, Carthage, Spain and the Mediterranean Sea using a combination of strategic political maneuvering and sheer tactical skill both on land and sea. Play consists of two layers; the first is a strategic layer where you must prudently steer your forces to the destruction of Rome’s army and the ultimate destruction of the Republic and city itself. At your disposal are a variety of unit types and historical commanders from which to form your armies. On the tactical scale, when meeting the enemy in battle, skilled leadership and a knack for war come into play as you use a simple but engaging battle system to best your opponents.

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Scipio Killed?

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I just started a game with 1.02 beta. On turn one Scipio invaded Africa with two Latin units. He burned and pillaged during his turn. Turn two the Carthiginian Army marched out and killed him! Not a good use of a good Roman General???
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I tried another game and the African invasion wasn't done?
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Well, in the first case the AI didn't make a very good move but that is how things go sometimes. What level are you playing at? I assume that it's the Normal level or the Hard level.

The second case isn't surprising. The AI sometimes feels that things are under control in Italy and it's safe to send expeditions to Africa. Other times it won't send troops to Africa because there is too much pressure in Italy (or Spain or Sicily, etc.). It depends on a number of factors.

The higher levels of play are usually more aggressive about moving overseas.
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I am playing at the normal level. With Scipio gone, I might last past ten turns!
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