Originally Posted by
Lucius Malfoy
Bohemond had received just barely enough support to assume full command of this Crusade. He only hoped that those who did not support him would eventually once Constantinople was taken. He looks to the city now, gazing at its slightly ruined walls and mighty defenses. The Frank gently stroked his beard before gazing at the clear sky and warm temperature that had finally broken through the long days of rain. Then his gaze settled upon the Crusaders who waited to hear his word.
As the elected overall commander of this Crusade, I shall give you all three days of preparation for our assault. Have your gear polished, swords sharpened and clothing dried. God has given us favorable weather and we must use it to our advantage. Once the ground is dried enough for our siege towers, we will prepare for our grand assault upon Constantinople's walls.
Bohemond turns to the Venetian and Genoese captains and commanders that were present at the War Council.
Upon the day of this assault, your ships will ride the winds into Constantinople's harbors. We will not let this Emperor escape our grasps if he attempts to flee! Your marines will act as a diversion to split attention from the walls. Capture and hold the harbor till the city walls are taken and the gates opened to our host. We will flood the city with our overwhelming numbers and drive the Greek soldiers out of this city! God will grant us victory in our siege!!