You decide to withdraw to New Carthage for the winter. Before doing so, you turn to your Spanish soldiers and say: "Spain is at peace and I grant you a furlough to visit your friends and family. But set for Rome in the spring. Either stay here or join me in pursuit of plunder and glory from other nations. With the help of the gods, we will return wealth and glory from abroad." Your Spanish soldiers shout in agreement and welcome your spontaneous and unexpected offer. The winter's rest has a restorative effect, allowing your soldier to strengthen their minds and bodies for fresh trials of endurance. And sure enough, they reassemble in the spring according to your orders.

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