Fighting hard battles does indeed lead to losses, but it's also easier to consolidate the morale of the troops.
The premise is that you win.
...
Evening.
Outside Jerusalem City.
Military tents look like white flowers blooming on the desolate Gobi Desert.
Most of the Crusaders have set off in succession in recent days.
Tomorrow is the final batch, led by Baldwin IV himself, under the command of Baron Godfrey and the Jerusalem Knight Order.
In the central royal tent, soft wool carpets cover the floor, while the walls are adorned with exquisite floral tapestries. Tables and chairs, inlaid with Demon-Blocking Gold and patterns, are filled with delicate Eastern porcelain.
Baldwin IV leaned back in his chair, rarely removing his mask. From the surface, his face had almost completely returned to normal, though the physical deformities hadn't improved much.
Opposite him, Baron Godfrey held black chess pieces, engaged in a game with him.
