Sydney loves a spectacle — fireworks stepping across Darling Harbour, marching bands echoing down George Street,
and the Harbour Bridge wearing light like a laurel crown during Vivid. Scourge of Rome taps that
grand-theatre energy and straps it to a chariot: clashing shields, bronze eagles, and a general whose stare
could turn sandstone to glass. It’s a slot about momentum — formations, charges, and the split-second where a line
holds or breaks. Load it at Clubhouse casino and feel the city’s pulse beat under a Roman drum.
Under the helmet you’ve got a robust 5×4 layout with 40 paylines. The base game
rallies around Siege Wilds (expanding standards that can advance across reels), a
Legion Formation feature that syncs neighbouring reels, and a Triumph Free Spins
mode where marching wilds overlap for crushing lines. A side feature, the Conquest Wheel, spins
for jackpot plates and booster wedges. It’s clean, it’s punchy, and it rises like crowd noise at Circular Quay
when the ferries all toot at once.
Signature Features
- 40 Paylines: Left-to-right lines over a 5×4 field — readable, reliable.
- Siege Wilds: Banner wilds expand and may advance one reel per spin.
- Legion Formation: Randomly syncs 2–4 adjacent reels to the same symbol set.
- Triumph Free Spins: Marching wild standards, rising Glory Multiplier, extra spins on retrigger.
- Conquest Wheel: Pick-based wheel with Mini/Minor/Major/Grand jackpots and boosters.
- Shield Bash Re-Spin: A partial stacked Legionnaire can bash into view for a single respin.
- Mobile-First: Plays smooth on the L2 through Haymarket or the Manly ferry — big buttons, clean hitboxes.
Specs at a Glance
Item | Detail |
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Layout | 5 reels × 4 rows |
Lines | 40 fixed paylines (L→R) |
RTP | ~96.3% (confirm in-game at Clubhouse casino) |
Volatility | High (quiet marches, sudden charges) |
Core Features | Siege Wilds, Legion Formation, Triumph Free Spins, Conquest Wheel |
Max Win | ~12,000× stake (indicative) |
Bet Range | From scout’s purse to emperor tribute |
How to Play (Sydneysider Edition)
- Choose your stake: Like ordering pasta in Leichhardt — a modest bowl or a feast for mates.
- Spin the field: 40 lines track the action; premiums and wild standards do the heavy lifting.
- Watch Siege Wilds: When a banner lands, it can expand and advance one reel per subsequent spin.
- Trigger Triumph: 3+ Eagle Scatters launch Free Spins with marching wilds and a Glory Multiplier.
- Conquer the Wheel: Land wheel shards to enter the Conquest pick; spin for jackpots and boosters.
- Bank like a local: Big legion push? Pocket a slice and imagine dusk over Barangaroo boardwalk.
Symbols & Payout Notes
Symbol | Role | Value Tier | Notes |
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Siege Wild Banner | Substitute / Expanding / Marching | — | Expands vertically; may advance 1 reel per spin; crucial for wide lines. |
Eagle Scatter | Bonus Trigger | — | 3+ = Triumph Free Spins; also pays scatter wins. |
General | Premium | High | Top payer; terrifying with twin Siege Wilds. |
Centurion / Legionnaire | Premium | Medium–High | Often stacked; loves Legion Formation. |
War Drums / Gladius | Mid | Medium | Reliable connectors; boosted by marching wilds. |
A–9 Tiles | Lows | Low | Marble-carved numerals; frequent filler. |
*Exact payouts scale with stake. See the in-game paytable at Clubhouse casino.
Bonus Features
Legion Formation (Synchronized Reels)
Randomly in base play, a horn sounds and neighbouring reels lock into formation — 2 to 4 adjacent reels
synchronize their symbol strips. It’s like watching footy fans on George Street suddenly sing the same chorus:
lines thicken, premiums line up, and even a modest screen can snowball when a Siege Wild drops to anchor the set.
- Syncs 2–4 adjacent reels.
- Prefers mid/premium symbol sets.
- Stacks beautifully with advancing Siege Wilds.
Siege Wilds (Expanding + Marching)
A crimson standard slams into the ground — the reel blooms into a full wild column. In some cases, that banner
marches one reel to the right after the spin, holding its ground like a legion pushing down Pitt Street.
Chain two banners and your screen turns into a phalanx; chain three and it’s victory parade time at Circular Quay.
- Expands vertically on land.
- May advance 1 reel per spin (variant-dependent).
- Combines with Formation for grid-wide pressure.
Triumph Free Spins (Marching Standards + Glory Multiplier)
3+ Eagle Scatters bring the Triumph — the crowd roars, laurel leaves whirl, and a marching standard appears.
Each spin, the standard advances one reel to the right and remains expanded. Every win bumps the
Glory Multiplier by +1 (to a sensible cap), applying to subsequent wins. Retriggers can place a
second (even a third, rarely) standard, and that’s when the Coliseum noise really hits — Sydney NYE loud.
- Start: 10–15 spins typical (more Scatters = more spins).
- Walking Wilds: 1+ expanded standards march right each spin.
- Glory Multiplier: +1 per win, total-win multiplier, resets after feature ends.
- Retrigger: Adds spins; rare chance to add another marching standard.
Conquest Wheel (Jackpots & Boosters)
Collect wheel shards to assemble the bronze dial. In the Conquest pick, choose a wedge to spin the wheel for coin
wins, boosters, or jackpots. It’s a tidy side hustle — like ducking into a small bar in The Rocks and snagging
the last corner table just as a band starts up.
Jackpot | Indicative Value | Notes |
---|---|---|
Mini | 20× stake | Frequent morale boost. |
Minor | 100× stake | Solid mid-session win. |
Major | 500× stake | Story-worthy, pairs well with Formation streaks. |
Grand | 5,000× stake | Laurel-wreath moment — rare and roaring. |
Sydney Flavour (Because We’re Playing from Here)
- The Rocks: Sandstone textures frame the reel set like heritage arches facing the Harbour.
- Barangaroo: Big wins spill bronze light over glass towers; reflections pop like phalanx shields.
- Harbour Bridge: Glory Multiplier steps arc across a bridge motif in the UI.
- Darling Harbour: Triumph animations throw water-firework reflections — proper showtime.
- Hyde Park: Laurel leaves swirl during retriggers, like a gust through the fig trees.
Campaign Plans (Bankroll Guides)
Bankroll | Stake / Spin | Main Aim | Adjustments | Local Tip |
---|---|---|---|---|
Scout (20–40 units) | 0.5–1 unit | Trigger either Triumph or the Wheel once | Drop stake during long lulls; step up after Formation | Play a Town Hall → Wynyard window |
Cohort (50–100 units) | 1–2 units | Formation + Siege overlap | Increase for 10 spins after first marching banner | Barangaroo boardwalk pacing |
Legion (100+ units) | 2–3 units | Triumph ladder to x5+ Glory | Skim profits after chunky ladder or Major wheel | Ferry glide past the Opera House |
Reading the Battlefield (Flow Tips)
- Back-to-back Formation: You’re on a roll — extend for 20–30 spins; banners love a synced grid.
- Early marching banner: Stick around; second standards aren’t rare within a dozen spins.
- Wheel shards stacking: Push to the feature; boosters can stabilise a high-volatility run.
- Lows-only lull: Drop stake a notch; re-up when a banner or horn cue returns.
- Triumph retrigger: Play through the window — multipliers compound late.
Quick FAQ
- Bonus Buy? Depends on region; check the panel at Clubhouse casino.
- Do Siege Wilds stack? Yes — multiple expanded columns can march in tandem.
- Multiplier cap? Glory has a sensible cap; see in-game rules.
- Can jackpots drop in Free Spins? Jackpots live on the Conquest Wheel, but FS can still spike via marching overlaps.
- Portrait friendly? Absolutely — one-hand play on the L2 through Surry Hills is silky.
Strategy from a Sydney Native
- Anchor on Formation: When 3–4 reels sync, that’s your siege tower — extend the push.
- Respect the March: Advancing banners bring structure; don’t cut a marching set short.
- Wheel Wisdom: A Minor or better is a tidy bank point — pocket 40–50% and reset.
- Stacked Premiums: General/Centurion stacks + one marching banner can outpace most base hits — watch edges for Shield Bash.
- Session Shape: 15–20 minutes, like a twilight loop from The Rocks to Circular Quay — sharp, scenic, done.
Scourge of Rome is big-canvas slotting with a Sydney heart — drums, banners, and that surge when
a formation clicks and the crowd goes up. Spin it at Clubhouse casino, ride marching wilds into
Triumph Free Spins, and let the Conquest Wheel crown your campaign. Play responsibly, mate — tomorrow the Harbour
will still shine, and the legions will march again.