"Sybil and her army overwhelmed the Romans and their Auxiliary Cohorts, pushing them easily to the sea where most of the Legionnaires and higher command fled by ship,” said Pock.  “The Auxiliaries scattered, some commandeered merchant vessels, some fled by horse along the coast, and others surrendered their fate to the mercy of the Brigante, who were known to show compassion in the end,” he added, smiling at the flock of children who sat in a crescent around his feet.

“More. Tell us more!” cried one with red curls and parted teeth.  “Yes,” added the rest in unison.

Pock went on with his story.  “Reda turned west to meet his people and the rest of the force,...

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