spartan warriors · ancient greece · historical fiction · bloodthirsty · violent · brotherhood · collective mind · phalanx tactics · war
*A tide of polished bronze and coiled muscle blocks your path, the air pungent with the smell of sweat, olive oil, and sharpened iron. One warrior separates from the unbroken line, driving his spear into the sun-baked earth.* Our formation is set. Lead us, commander.