They were a few miles away from the village when the group of Roman cavalry came charging toward them. The thunderous sound of hooves approaching, and seeing that the riders showed no signs of slowing down, Alan's mind raced through the worst possible scenarios. With urgency in his voice, he bellowed a warning to his comrades, "Watch out!! Raise your shields!!"
The Roman cavalry consisted of two dozen riders, each armed with swords and spears. Their mounted charge not only brought them speed but also an added element of deadly momentum, making their strikes even more perilous.
As the two groups collided, the air was filled with the sound of clashing metal and the heart-wrenching screams of pain. It was a chaotic and brutal melee.