As the name of the thread suggests, we're having a bit of a discussion as to how difficult the first battle against Hannibal should be. We could make it impossible to win (historical), almost impossible to win, or a little easier to win. Also there's the question of whether to make it so you have to fight that battle of you can choose not to.
What are people's thoughts about the opening of the Roman campaign?
The poll is set up to allow multiple selections, so you can choose e.g. nearly impossible but should be able to avoid it.