People in the Middle Ages, draw cards to get promoted

Chapter 267

Lothar pushed open the door and said, "Jeanna, get ready, we are going to send troops."

Just came back from the outside, with a hot and hot Rang Na, she said concisely: "Who are you hitting?"

"Isaac Comnenos."

"Tsk, I seem to have heard this name before—in the history of our world, Richard the Lionheart only brought a thousand elites, and he was trampled underfoot by the 'Emperor of Cyprus Island'?"

This title is obviously ironic.

As Jeanna spoke, she gulped down the chilled wine.

It is said that this "His Majesty the Emperor", after occupying the island of Cyprus, searched wildly inside and acted willfully.

Externally, relying on geographical advantages, they organized a fleet to plunder the surrounding merchant ships unscrupulously.

During the Third Crusade, Richard the Lionheart's sister "Joan" and his fiancée "Berengaria of Navarre" were taken away.

This has also become a typical story of a cruel and unkind king, who was defeated by the "virtuous king" who was full of courage and wisdom.

Of course, these things have not happened yet, and there is a high probability that they will not happen.

"It is indeed the emperor of the island of Cyprus. He lost the battle in Cilicia and then ran to the island of Cyprus. With a forged document and the identity of the Komnenos royal family, he occupied the whole island in one fell swoop and forced the locals to The Archbishop crowned himself Emperor of the Empire."

Jeanna said with emotion: "This experience sounds quite legendary."

"Heh, rather than saying that he 'experienced a legend', it would be better to say that although the empire is glamorous on the surface, it is actually rotten. The system of peasants, soldiers and military districts established by Emperor Heraclius has survived in name only due to land annexation. The leaders of those local military districts, It is not much different from the feudal lords on the European continent."

Lothar's tone was mocking, but there was some regret in his expression.

The peasant-soldier system of Heraclius is very similar to the peasant-soldier system implemented by Lothar on the territory. They all distribute land to self-cultivated farmers in exchange for their military service and taxes.

The land annexation is undoubtedly a devastating blow to this system.

When the vast majority of self-cultivating farmers who could afford their own weapons and equipment lost their land and became serfs.

When the Eastern Empire fought again, it could only rely on mercenaries and those military leaders who did not obey orders.

Jeanna said something fair: "Actually, it's okay now. The Eastern Empire really became a 'clay-footed giant' after Constantinople was sacked by the Crusaders."

"Indeed, the Eastern Empire can still be saved at this time, it depends on what happens to Queen Lagia's wrist."

Lothar's voice paused slightly, and he pinched his brows in distress: "So, my six-star template simulation battle requires me to defeat the Ottomans who are in full swing in 1453, so that the 'Phoenix Nirvana, Rebirth from the Ashes' is simply a piece of cake. An impossible task. You know, at that time, the total number of people in Constantinople was less than 5.”

Whenever he thinks of this kind of mission called "desperate situation", Lothar feels that even if he fully awakens the dragon blood and can manifest the body of a dragon, it is still impossible to change his fate against the sky.

"Perhaps you can change your mind."

Jeanna, who once fought side by side with Lothar, knows what mock warfare is all about.

She raised her chin and gave a whimsical suggestion: "For example, take the remaining wealth of Constantinople and soldiers loyal to you, and turn thousands of miles into Ireland."

"open"

Lothar wanted to say that he was joking.

But then he remembered that the requirement of the mock battle was for him to defeat Osman, but he didn't say when he would defeat Osman.

It sounds outrageous to turn thousands of miles, but it seems not impossible-Ireland is too far away, he can turn to Naples and sell the crown on his head to the kings of continental Europe.

At that time, three thousand iron armor can be swallowed?

It's a big deal to suffer with the Ottomans, anyway, he has dragon blood and has a long life span.

It is not too late to wait until the Ottomans are reduced to the sick man of West Asia.

Rang Na couldn't help laughing and said: "My lord, I'm just joking. You shouldn't be serious, right? At that time, where will your fleet be relocated? It's better to stick to the city."

Lothar said seriously: "If I don't have a boat, I will snatch heretics. As long as my personal strength is strong enough, there is a possibility of reversing the situation."

Rang Na was slightly startled, and then she said seriously, "My lord, are you serious?"

Lothar said with a smile: "It's all just talking about troops on paper. Without being in the current situation at that time, how could I know where the way out is? Let's arrange the dispatch of troops."

Jeanna coughed lightly, and brought the endless topic back on track: "My lord, how many people do you think we should send to Cyprus Island?"

"Bring [-] farmers and soldiers including the Black Eagle Banner Team (originally [-] farmers and soldiers), Earl Guards (Varangian Guards), Eagle Banner Brigade (remaining veterans), ten woodland shooters, plus Up to twenty hussars."

Lothar paused slightly, and continued: "To gather 1000 people, Anna paid a lot, so we can't be too stingy."

Jean Na frowned and said, "The combat effectiveness of the Black Eagle Banner Squad is not bad, but with the [-] farmers and soldiers recruited later, the combat effectiveness is a bit worrying."

These [-] farmers and soldiers are not included in this expansion.

It was after Lothar captured Alandele and the Port of Ella, with the [-] peasants and soldiers recruited from Hebron as the backbone, the training time of the newly formed army was much better than that of the recruits who were not even lined up. up.

Lothar waved his hand and said: "It's okay, Isaac Komnenos is not a powerful figure, and the meaning of training this trip is more important. If you don't go to the battlefield, how can you sharpen elite soldiers?"

He added:

"Although the island of Cyprus has gathered some opponents of Queen Lagaia, Isaac has not mastered Cyprus for a short time. potential opposition.

As long as the naval battle is successfully won, the follow-up battle will not be difficult. "

Jeanna nodded: "You're right, I'll go get ready."

Watching Jeanna leave.

The maid hurriedly approached again: "My lord, those religious knights who visited you yesterday are here again."

"The Teutonic Knights?"

Lothar was slightly startled, nodded and said, "Let them in."

Hiberland's face was obviously haggard. These knights most likely stayed up all night last night. When they saw Lothar, they all knelt down on one knee and lowered their proud heads.

"Lord Earl, we are willing to recommend you as the second grand master and patron of the Teutonic Knights, and we only hope to obtain a place of residence from you."

Lothar was obviously surprised by this result.

In his view, although the Teutonic Knights are in a difficult situation, they are far from unsustainable.

And according to the historical trajectory, it won't be long before the Teutonic Knights will usher in opportunities for development, and will receive the participation and donations of many German nobles.

But he changed his mind and realized that the third Eastern Expedition was delayed, Emperor Henry was obviously not as good as the red beard in history, and Emperor Frederick paid more attention to the Crusades.

Whether this opportunity will come is still unknown.

At this moment when the prospects are bleak, it is normal for the Teutonic Knights to choose to serve themselves, the most powerful German lord in the Holy Land.

Moreover, these Teutonic knights probably still have a share, since they can recommend themselves to be the head of the regiment, they can naturally depose the idea.

It's a pity that with Lothar's hands, it is definitely impossible for the Teutonic Knights to become a country within a country where doves occupy magpies' nests.

Lothar has accumulated ten places for the Knights of the Order, and he intends to use them all on the members of the Teutonic Knights.

And if you think about it carefully, the Teutonic Knights may not have doves occupying the magpie's nest and eating back their own ambitions. Ambition changes with status.

As a result, his attitude softened.

"Knights of Heberland, it is a great honor to be unanimously recommended by you. As the Grand Master of the Teutonic Knights, I am happy to donate a fief to the Knights."

He paused slightly.

Seeing that all the Teutonic knights showed anticipation, he continued, "Now, you have two options before you. One is to follow me to Cyprus."

Lothar stated his agreement with Anna, and continued: "Maybe I will give you Phil Orn as the residence of the Knights."

Hiberland was silent for a moment, and then said: "Grand Commander, this is a matter for you to decide, not to ask me."

Lothar was a little surprised at Hiberland's wit, but he still said frankly: "Don't worry, this is not a temptation. We are all Germans with a tradition of elections. The principle of the minority obeying the majority also works here. "

Only then did the knights feel relieved and speak freely.

In the end, as expected.

The knights unanimously chose to go to Cyprus.

A port town in Cyprus, plus three attached castles, compared with the desert town of Fir Orn... No, there is no comparison at all.

"In addition, I will organize the Great Knight Council, which is composed of ten knights among you, and will decide the affairs of the entire knight order."

Lothar smiled, as if he had no attachment to the authority of the Grand Leader.

Hiberlander and other Teutonic knights showed mixed expressions of surprise when they heard the words.

It's no different than they were before.

Originally, they wanted to live under the fence, but in the end they were treated like this, which really surprised them.

Lothar let out a clang, and put the blade on Hibland's shoulder.

"Now, swear allegiance to me, knight."

(End of this chapter)