As the siege of Arta unfolded, Count Aquino, a keen observer of the battlefield, approached King Conradin with a tactical suggestion. "Your Majesty," he proposed, "what if we deploy our archers forward to unleash a barrage of arrows upon the troops defending the walls? It could significantly weaken their resistance and pave the way for a more decisive assault."
King Conradin, inwardly amused by the simplicity of the suggestion, maintained a composed demeanor as he contemplated the potential risks and benefits. "Count Aquino," he responded thoughtfully, "while the idea has merit, we must exercise caution. Sending the archers forward would necessitate their exposure on the bridge to allow them to achieve the necessary reach to shoot , making them vulnerable to enemy fire without adequate cover. Our strategy must be calculated and patient, ensuring that each move contributes to our overarching objective. We cannot afford to jeopardize our forces unnecessarily."
