"Cyprus was originally administered by the Lycia Army Region, and I am its Governor. The failure at Manzikert led to turmoil in Constantinople—Emperor Michael was overthrown, and a host of ambitious men have appeared, all coveting the throne."
"John Doukas, Russell, and the former Emperor Nikephoros pulled all the battle-worthy armies to Constantinople for the civil war, leaving us powerless to resist the offensive by the Turkic People. The entire Lycia Army Region fell three years ago, and I fled to this island with a dozen of my Personal Guard and my Commander."
"This place now operates as a remnant of the Lycia Army Region. The soldiers here have never experienced war; some have never even killed a man."
"Without cavalry, I dare not risk leading these poorly trained farmer-soldiers on an offensive. We can only remain on the defensive."
