The Legions had yet to conquer the world or master the Italian Peninsula. In fact, the army of the Roman Republic could barely be called a Legion or even an army. Yet, the military of the city held off the surrounding tribes for sixty-three years.

But to keep their war parties strong and to fend off hostile tribes, Rome needed every man to wield a spear and defend his neighbor with his shield. Those unable to fight and do hard labor were looked down on and considered lesser beings.

Into this demanding culture, a child marred by the curse of a Goddess was born.

Welcome to 446 B.C.