Rams move toward more than one section of the wall instead of concentrating the entire attack at a single gate. The stated aim is to keep the defenders divided before committing a cavalry-heavy Carthaginian army. Within Rome: Total War, multiple breaches make the opponent spread units and create room for mounted troops once access is secured. This is a decision inside the game's mechanics, and it shows how an attacker can shape the defender's deployment before exploiting mobility.
Notable Point · 54:32-54:53
Multiple breaches divide the siege defenders
Preparing the first assault, the player opens several approaches to split the defenders before using a cavalry-heavy army inside the city.