An intercepted army has already arrived in a space and is choosing to retire before battle. Therefore, in the situation of crossing a pass and being intercepted, the army rolls for attrition prior to the interception roll and then again rolls for attrition as it withdraws back over the mountains instead of giving battle. Similarly, a Carthaginian naval move could return to its port of origin and would be subjected to two naval combat die rolls. Change of Command die roll. Attacker declares battle-related cards.
Defender declares other battle-related cards.
Elephant charge declaration and charge die roll, unless elephant fright immediately played before die roll. Deal BCs, display cards revealed by spy and begin battle. Some event cards are playable during the battle. A. No, the initiative change is not mandatory. A. No, use the face value of the die on the retreat table.