Ancient Rome - Third Samnite War 298 bce

Rome stands as a bustling metropolis at the heart of the Roman Empire, teeming with over 200,000 inhabitants, a melting pot of military discipline, civic duty, and the influences of Hellenistic culture. The towering edifices of civic structures like the Senate and the Temple of Jupiter rise prominently against the skyline, while the streets are abuzz with traders, soldiers, and citizens engaged in the political discourse that drives the republic's ambitions, particularly in light of the ongoing Third Samnite War, which seeks to cement Rome's dominance in the region.