Last of the Romans
(AD 500 – 565) – 65 years
Rarity: EPIC
Civilization: 
Byzantium
Talents: 
Flavius Belisarius was a Byzantine general who lived during the 6th century AD. He is often regarded as one of the greatest generals of the Byzantine Empire. Belisarius is known for being one of the “Last of the Romans” – one of the last individuals who embodied the virtues of the Roman Empire.
Flavius played a key role in Emperor Justinian’s plan to reconquer the Mediterranean territory formerly controlled by the Western Roman Empire, leading imperial armies against the Sasanian empire (Persia), the Vandal kingdom of North Africa, the Ostrogothic regime of Italy, and the barbarian tribes encroaching upon Constantinople.
Originally a member of Justinian’s bodyguard, Flavius came to the emperor’s attention early on, and was given his first commander at the age of 25. Not much is known about Belisarius’ personal life, but two primary impulses guided his actions; loyalty to the Emperor and love for his wife, Antonina. Despite the inconsistent treatment he received from Justinian, Belisarius’ faithfulness never wavered, and his loyalty has gone down in history as one of the noblest elements of Justinian’s era.
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Belisarius Commander Skills:
| Skill | Description |
 Deception (active skill) | Rage Requirement: 1000 Deals damage to target on the next turn by a factor of 150, reducing its attack and defense by 10% for 2 seconds. Upgrades: Attack Reduction: 10%/15%/20%/25%/30% Defense Reduction: 10%/15%/20%/25%/30% Direct Damage Factor: 150/210/270/360/450 |
 Irresistible (passive skill) | Troops led by this commander deal 5% increased damage against barbarians. Upgrades: Bonus Damage to Barbarians: 5%/10%/17%/25%/35% |
 Bucellarii (passive skill) | Cavalry units led by this commander gain 5% increased defense. After leaving battle, troops’ march speed gets increased by 10% for 10 seconds. Upgrades: Cavalry Defense Bonus: 5%/7%/9%/12%/15% March Speed Bonus: 10%/12%/15%/20%/25% |
 Oblique Tactics (passive skill) | Troops led by Belisarius deal 10% increased damage when the target has fewer than 50% of units remaining. Upgrades: Damage Bonus: 10%/12%/15%/20%/25% |
 Bloodthirsty Bucellarii (passive skill) | Enhanced: Bucellarii Cavalry units led by this commander gain 30% increased defense. After leaving battle, troops’ march speed gets increased by 50% for 10 seconds. |
Irresistible – Deal 35% increased damage against barbarians.
Bucellarii – Cavalry units gain 15% increased defense. After leaving battle, troops’ march speed gets
Oblique Tactics – Deal 25% increased damage when target has fewer than 50% of units remaining.
Best Commander Pairings for Belisarius:
- Mobility: Dragon Lancer (Belisarius as primary commander); Lancelot (Belisarius as primary commander); Baibars (Belisarius as primary commander), Cao Cao.
- Hit-and-run: Baibars (Belisarius as primary commander)
- Ark of Osiris: Baibars (Belisarius as primary commander)
Best Talent Trees for Belisarius:
Mobility/Hit-and-run/Ark of Osiris/Peacekeeping
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