Eagle Byzantium

While the emperor was in full swing, Gawain also held a military meeting in the camp on the south side of the camp. "Let's continue the confrontation, or should we take the initiative?" Gawain held the scepter and raised this core topic.

"If we continue to stand against each other and do nothing, I'm afraid we are playing into the emperor's hands. The other party's military force besieging the camp is as strong as ours, and they are scattered in several places. We should concentrate our efforts to break one of them." Wesart Melo was the first to answer. , winning the support of most generals.

Gawain stood the thorn of the scepter on the edge of the sand table and remained silent.

"Since the emperor captured our camp, his military camp has been integrated with Konya, and reinforcements can be obtained from there at any time. Since the emperor sent false news in advance, he will eventually personally command the Southern Army. Naturally, Determined to capture Miliocephalon, the elite troops of the empire will flow into the emperor's hands unconditionally, and the battle situation and military strength will also change rapidly." Gregor, the general of the Gemmage Brigade, said Gawain's words. Genuine concern.

So the great patron raised the head of his scepter and pointed it in the direction of Konya in front of everyone. "Gregor is right. The key to this battle is - Konya's Northern Army of the Empire will draw out How many troops will join the emperor’s military camp here?”

Everyone present was silent. They generally felt the atmosphere of tension and competition. When the emperor of an empire mobilized all his military power to overwhelm the mountain, the pressure on people was also very terrifying.

Because no matter in any era, the victory or defeat of a war will always be determined by those few factors: manpower, will, materials and money.

Since Seleucia's current power is only a fraction of Emperor Komnenos' empire, the only way to break this unfavorable situation is to rely on surprise troops.

"Great Patron, I am willing to lead a surprise attack on the Gaofu position on the right wing of the emperor's army, drive them (Yagfi) away, and cut off the food road between the emperor's army camp and Philadophiam City." At this time, Gina General Osun, the special commander, volunteered.

Gawain shook his head and waved his hands, "There is no point in doing this. Now the emperor's food route has been changed from extending to Philadophiam to being in line with his northern army, that is, all the way from Nicaea along the Rom Plateau. ”

"Then we will directly fight against the Emperor's main team in the mountains to the north?"

"I have investigated the emperor's previous strategy of surprise attack on our other camps. He has a large number of elite barbarian archers, including Cretans. If our army rushes to attack, we will be severely killed. What's more, the emperor Now that we have definitely received reinforcements from the north, we are confident." This plan was also rejected by Gawain.

"Little Antioch Fort." Finally, Mero fixed his gaze on an inconspicuous corner of the sand table. "Now it has become a stalemate. It has become the key to the entire battle. If you want to mobilize the emperor's troops, It’s best to divide your forces and occupy this place.”

Everyone hurried forward to take a look. The Little Antioch Castle was located at the central point between Konya, Miliocephalon and South Cappadocia. It was on the shore outside the whirlpool of war, and it was guarded by only a few people. There were two to three hundred Roma soldiers. Merlot was right. Once the Little Antioch Castle was captured, it would mean that the flank of the emperor's camp would be cut off. Moreover, Gawain could lead the cavalry from here and rush to the city of Cornea in half a day, breaking through. Brenus's siege truly cut off the emperor's food routes and retreat. In addition, occupying the Little Antioch Fort can also receive assistance from the "Anna Armored Cavalry Regiment" in South Cappadocia, who are on their way here at this time.

It can be described as killing three birds with one stone. Soon Gawain recognized this plan, "The key to breaking the deadlock lies in the gains and losses of Little Antioch Fort. Before the emperor could react, I personally led the army there and called the garrison of Giliki to surrender. Give me the key, so as to form a counter-siege to the emperor's camp!" After saying that, Gawain's scepter made a sharp arc in the opposite direction on the sand table, and the pieces flew everywhere.

"From the rise of my family on the plateau to the time when I ascended to the supreme throne, every step was soaked in struggle and blood. Twenty years ago, with the support of Roman senators, troops and citizens, I ascended the throne, and then I Rush to Durazzo When fighting the Norman bandits, there were only five hundred loyal guards who were willing to follow me. Guiscat, Zahas, Giliki, Burdin, as well as Pecheneg and Cuman chiefs, all from all sides of the empire. Coveting the power of the imperial capital and Wealth, but I relied on my skill and resourcefulness to defeat them one by one. Now, the little Seleucia rebels will be no exception. My army will be like a hurricane, blowing from Miliocephalon to Taar. Sousse and then to the Syrian Gate And Antioch is unstoppable! I am the one who has saved this great empire over the years, and I am the emperor recognized by the Lord and the people." In the royal camp, Alexios threw the long scepter in his hand on the sand table. Said with a wave of his hand.

"Everyone, we started as a guerrilla army during the pilgrims' eastward expedition. It took us less than three years to occupy Tarsus and Seleucia and now almost unify the entire Cilicia region. This is the power of divine revelation. I, Gawain, and Princess Purple are destined to be the patrons of the entire Rome. From having a Red Hand Company of less than 10,000 people at the beginning to ruling a population of more than 700,000 now, I have nothing to fear and no regrets. I am very happy that you can fight side by side with me from beginning to end. Now my plan is to rush to unify Cilicia and drag We can't be slow, but we can't be impatient in expanding our territory. Give me another five to ten years, and I will defeat the emperor and the empire's attack, destroy the Danishmond Emirate, and conquer Trabzon, Greater Armenia, and Cyprus. Then I will raise the flag with you and head towards the imperial capital on the other side of the Holy Sea. Our swords will pierce the narrow strait, penetrate the crown of the Queen of Ten Thousand Cities, and then take it off and present it to Anna. "In the other side of the scarlet tent, Gawain's scepter kept hitting the palm of another person's outstretched hand, and said to the generals.

"Immediately tell Brennus to march towards the Fortress of Antioch Minor. Also tell Meles and Agrafi to take time out of their defensive positions and send another 2,000 elite soldiers. I will personally lead 4,000 of the most skilled cavalry and archers to join Brennus. As long as we seize Antioch Minor in one go, we can truly cut off the external connection of the Miliocephalon camp. At that time, Gawain will either foolishly fight to break out or retreat to the Mut Valley. I will then eliminate Conia and Charon, break the wings of the rebels, and then go south to pacify the Seleucia and Cilicia Plains and hang Gawain. The defense of the camp here will be handed over to Harold. Everyone, unite and work hard around me, remember that you are warriors who defend the empire's territory and faith, and there will be no more achievements worth writing about for you to be proud of." After the emperor finished speaking, he drew the Sword of the Holy Sea, and the cold light reflected on his face. (To be continued ~^~)