People in the Middle Ages, draw cards to get promoted

Chapter 99 Byzantine Armed Cavalry

The night was dark.

Under the palm trees along the road.

There was a smug smile on Fringila's face. She couldn't help fiddling with the headband inlaid with red, green and blue gemstones on the top of her head, adjusting an angle from time to time, and asked, "My lord, do I look good?"

"nice."

Lothar said helplessly.

It is indeed very beautiful.

But the problem is, this question has been asked by Fringila for the fourth time.

From the corner of his eye, he took a sneak peek at Hannya, and saw that she also raised her hand, gently stroking a gold necklace inlaid with emeralds on her snow-white neck.

He couldn't help but raise the corners of his mouth, feeling joy in his heart.

It was not in vain for him to choose carefully to get the joy of the two of them by sending out gifts—at first he was worried that giving these two gifts would be better than using the equivalent money to upgrade the two of them.

It seems that no matter what species of women, it is difficult to refuse shiny gems.

"We have arrived."

The inn they stayed in was called "Oak and Hazelnut", which originally mainly received pilgrims from the territory ruled by the Saracens—mostly Jews and Coptics.

Zoroastrians are often intimidated by Earl Leonard's terrifying reputation in the past, and dare not pass through Earl Leonard's territory.

Even if it is passed, it is useless. This hotel is mainly engaged in alcohol service, and devout Zoroastrians do not drink alcohol. Therefore, after the outbreak of the war, the business of this hotel was rarely affected, but it has become bigger and bigger.

It must be admitted that they are both pagans, but the Jews lived much happier under the Saracen monarch than under the Christian monarch.

For example, in Iberia, the status of the Jews living under the Umayyad dynasty was not much worse than that of the Arabs, and many even held high positions.

They regarded this place as a place of opportunity for the Jews, and a large number of Jews migrated here from Gaul and the Apennines.

However, after the rise of the Iberian "reconquest movement", the Crusader kingdoms such as the Kingdom of Leon, the Kingdom of Castile, the Kingdom of Portugal, the Kingdom of Navarra, and the Kingdom of Aragon continued to expand and conquer south.

Every time they conquered a place, they imposed the same punishment on the local Jews and Zoroastrians, and massacred them. According to the original historical development track, within 200 years, the last paradise of the Jews will be gradually eroded away.

The room that Lothar lived in was the most expensive "superior room" in the entire hotel. It was a two-room "suite". In addition to the living room and bedroom, it also had a small balcony.

The entire inn is populated by sergeants and knights of the Royal Knights.

Now that he has money on hand, he naturally no longer cares about such a small expense.

The first thing to do when entering the room is the routine lottery draw.

After a while, purple light flashed and filled the entire room.

The light condensed on Lothar's palm, forming a slender riding spear about three meters long and made of black metal.

As soon as he started, Lothar felt a heavy cold touch.

The weight of this riding spear is probably at least eighty catties. If it weren't for the fact that the riding spear is mostly used in a raised posture, rather than wielding a long spear like the generals of the Three Kingdoms, he feels that there is probably no such thing in this world. Humans exist who can fight with such heavy weapons.

You have obtained a cavalry spear equipped with cavalry: this cavalry spear is made of meteorite, which is indestructible and indestructible. When charging, it increases the defense power of the cavalry team it belongs to by 20.00%.

It can be used to unlock the Byzantine or Sassanian equipped cavalry barracks, using "full body scale armor, scale armor horse armor, mace, riding spear, riding bow and other equipment".

The recruitment price is 100 Suledes, and you need to bring your own horse.

Unlock Milestone: Military District General (You have at least 0 armed cavalry serving you) [50/[-]]

You can tell from the description that this is a prop corresponding to the swallowtail flag of the hussars.

Lothar frowned. Whether the equipped cavalry is practical or not has always been a problem. Even the Eastern Empire and Sassanian have begun to gradually abandon the use of equipped cavalry, which can be seen.

Because defense is only the second priority that cavalry need to consider.

The first focus is always mobility.

During World War II, if all the blitzkrieg fighters were tiger-style, San Dezi would still not be able to do lightning.

If this cavalry spear appeared in Lothar's hand at the same time as the winged cavalry's swallowtail flag, he would definitely be more willing to use it to unlock the barracks, leaving the winged cavalry's swallowtail flag as a prop, even if it was more expensive.

"20.00% defense. Alas, this is not a game. The 20.00% defense is increased. The effect is completely different from the 20.00% speed."

The defense of the cavalry is already strong enough, and the weak point is the weak point of the armor. Even if the defense is added to 20.00%, it should be pierced by a knife or be pierced by a knife.

Human skin can't be as soft and tough as Prajna, and it feels slippery to the touch.

It can only be said that talking is better than nothing.

After thinking for a moment, he decided to put this matter behind him for the time being.

Anyway, for a while, he couldn't return to Fort Yogryus. This spear seemed to be useful, and it was good to keep it in his hand as a weapon.

Hans is undoubtedly more suitable for this piece of equipment, because he has the skill of double spear and sword, and Lothar has already seen the improvement of Hans' swordsmanship by this skill.

If Hans can be replaced with such an artifact, his combat power will definitely increase dramatically.

But the problem is that such a riding spear is also a huge test for the endurance of the mount.

Outside the window, there was a sudden noise.

Lothar hurried downstairs with a puzzled expression: "What's going on?"

Someone said indignantly: "Knight Pepin wants to duel with a knight of Montreal because he questioned our honor, but we obviously captured the prince of the Saracens."

Lothar frowned.

Sure enough, I knew that as soon as this group of big soldiers drank, they would forget about his order "don't reveal to outsiders that I captured Prince Zahir".

Of course, this Pepin is not Frank's famous short Pepin, but a brave knight of the Royal Knights.

On the battlefield, he was unscathed and beheaded two elite Mamluk cavalry, which is considered a rare warrior.

Lothar did not stop, but said loudly: "Then let's fight, the honor of the knight cannot be tarnished, let the heavenly father witness, who is more qualified to survive."

Pepin glanced at Lothar, and said excitedly, "That's right, I can kill Saracen's slave cavalry like a chicken on the battlefield, and it's even easier to kill a softie like you."

"Is this the reason for a duel?"

The Montreal Cavaliers on the opposite side looked ashen and stammered, and they no longer had the arrogance they had at the beginning.

This is the case in this era, no matter how powerful your mouth is, if your opponent throws out his gloves and wants to duel with you, everything should be judged according to the level of martial arts.

"But the duel is for tomorrow. Right now, everyone returns to their respective rooms to rest. If you let me know who dares to disobey my order, I guarantee that I will hang him on the gallows."

Lothar said loudly: "Ryan, Mordel, you two immediately lead the ax guards to patrol and inform everyone of my order!"

"Follow your will, Grand Master."

The two responded immediately.

Lothar glanced at the several Montreal knights on the opposite side, and looked away with some disdain. He had no desire to talk to them at all, because the status was not equal at all.

"Master Lothar, can I talk to you?"

Someone came from behind Lothar and said in a low voice.

He deliberately exposed the seal in his hand so that Lothar could see it.

Lothar snorted coldly:
"Are you under Earl Leonard?"

"Yes, my lord."

Lothar was silent for a moment, nodded and said, "Come with me."

They came to a secret room in the hotel, next to the room where Prince Zahir was.

Hans led the hussars to watch over the prince at all times, and those who were replaced would rest in this room. After all, this was equivalent to a huge fortune of two thousand Suledes.

Moreover, if there is an accident, it also means that he and Saladin will fall into an endless situation.

"Hans, you come here too."

in the secret room.

Lothar, Hans, Prajna, and Flynn took their seats one after another.

This world is not simple, full of witchcraft, evil gods, evil spirits, curses... All kinds of evil things, he dare not be alone in the same room with strangers.

Such a big fight?
The man swallowed, and said cautiously: "My lord, I am the personal servant of Earl Leonard. On behalf of my master, Earl Leonard and Lady Stephanie, I beg you to send reinforcements immediately. Calleburg."

After finishing speaking, he quickly added:

"Don't rush to refuse. I know that you and my master have some misunderstandings, but now that the kingdom is in danger, how can these small misunderstandings affect the great cause of the Crusaders? My master has already said that as long as you can As soon as he leaves, he is willing to support Lord Belian in marrying Princess Sibylla."

I believe in you.

Lothar showed a "kind" smile: "I have a very good relationship with Earl Leonard, where is the misunderstanding? It's all just rumors spread by others."

Regardless of what others say, he will never admit that he has a rift with Earl Leonard, lest he be accused of "abandoning the public for personal reasons" one day.

"It's just that you should go find someone else. I am the first batch of crusaders to arrive in Montreal. You should know that I have no intention of procrastinating. But the army under my command has been severely damaged and it is difficult to continue fighting. The march is difficult, if the sergeants are really required to set off immediately and rush to Kaleburg, I am afraid that I will not be able to secure my position as the commander of the regiment."

The man whispered: "But you should also know that Kaleburg is the gateway to the kingdom. Once it falls, Saladin's army will march straight in, and your territory will disappear overnight."

Lothar said in a deep voice: "Two armies of heretics have invaded, and the situation in the kingdom is in dire straits. At this time, how can I think about the survival of my territory?"

Seeing that Lothar was too lazy to listen to his words, the messenger whispered: "Master Leonard has already said that he will bestow the fief of Hebron, to the commander of the first reinforcement army that enters Kaleburg, and also Take ten dinars for each sergeant and a hundred dinars for each knight as a reward."

Lothar frowned, thought for a moment, and said, "Why don't you just say that earlier?"

"In this case, we will set off tomorrow to Fort Kale."

Lothar paused slightly, and said: "Messenger, you should continue to go west and tell the other Crusader lords about this, right?"

"Yes, my lord."

"The situation is urgent, you can go on your way now."

Lothar waved his hand, signaling him to leave.

"Thank you for your help. I hope you will arrive at Kaleburg as soon as possible and obtain the honorable title of Earl of Hebron. My master will definitely regard you as a close friend in the future."

The envoy was not puzzled. In his opinion, this was the most correct choice.

No matter how many soldiers under his command die, it can't compare to a rich fiefdom.

What is it to have an armed force without a fief?At most a mercenary army!

Not to mention that this armed force is not Lothar's private armed force, and its ownership is in the hands of His Majesty the King. Even if the entire army is wiped out, it is not a loss at all to exchange for a wealthy fiefdom like Hebron.

Wait until the messenger leaves.

Hans opened his mouth and said, "My lord, do you really want it?"

There is no doubt about the loyalty of the followers of the system, but this does not mean that they are puppets without their own souls.

Lothar waved his hand and said with a sneer, "There's no rush, let's collect the supplies first and rest for a few days before we talk about it."

"Earl Leonard is playing with words. Kaleburg is now surrounded by Saladin's [-] troops. Who can break through the siege and be the first to enter the city?"

"The fief of Hebron, huh, sounds really tempting, but it's a poisonous fruit."

"Besides, Earl Leonard's reputation as a covenant breaker is well known among the heathen. I don't believe he can honestly hand over Hebron."

Like Jerusalem, Hebron is also a holy land of the three religions, and the financial tax provided to Earl Leonard every year is the cornerstone of maintaining his title of "King of the Dead Sea".

The lord of Hebron means a title of earl, which does not depend on the size and size of a city, but on the meaning of a city.

The first Guardian of the Holy Sepulcher in Jerusalem, Godfrey of Bouillon, was the uncrowned King of Jerusalem.

But the region he ruled is obviously not as vast as a real king, so why is he still regarded as the king of the Holy Land?It is because he occupied Jerusalem.

As for the viscount between the earl and the baron?
This era has not yet appeared.

Of course, some court barons, that is, barons who enjoy some official positions, can also be translated as viscounts.

The same goes for the Marquis.

Some earls with special status, such as the earls of the Austrian frontier or the earls of the Rhine Palace, can be translated as marquises, but there is no substantial difference between them and earls.

(End of this chapter)