1 00:00:02,000 --> 00:00:07,000 Downloaded from YTS.MX 2 00:00:08,000 --> 00:00:13,000 Official YIFY movies site: YTS.MX 3 00:00:59,800 --> 00:01:00,920 Hey, Son. 4 00:01:01,480 --> 00:01:05,319 You'll face struggle, but have no fear. 5 00:01:06,200 --> 00:01:07,520 Your journey is long, 6 00:01:07,600 --> 00:01:10,560 your burden is heavy, but don't stop. 7 00:01:11,920 --> 00:01:15,520 Your wrist is strong, your tongue sharp. 8 00:01:17,280 --> 00:01:18,360 Hey, Son. 9 00:01:19,240 --> 00:01:23,720 Enemies are mute, their intentions silent. 10 00:01:24,560 --> 00:01:29,560 Speak out. Your voice is roaring, your anger deep. 11 00:02:40,040 --> 00:02:41,640 Your blood is of my blood, 12 00:02:41,720 --> 00:02:44,320 your life is dear to me, Kutalmýþ. 13 00:02:44,920 --> 00:02:47,240 This is why I spared your life. 14 00:02:49,800 --> 00:02:50,960 However… 15 00:02:55,440 --> 00:03:01,680 what more do you want, showing up here with your army, unannounced? 16 00:03:06,840 --> 00:03:09,880 I want what's mine. I want my throne. 17 00:03:12,000 --> 00:03:13,400 I'll give you one day. 18 00:03:14,080 --> 00:03:18,400 Take the men by your side, your commanders, and give me back my throne. 19 00:03:19,360 --> 00:03:20,360 Leave. 20 00:03:26,120 --> 00:03:29,640 I'll give it to you, Kutalmýþ, sure. 21 00:03:31,200 --> 00:03:33,400 But not the throne. 22 00:03:36,320 --> 00:03:37,960 I'll give you what's due. 23 00:04:54,640 --> 00:04:57,400 Long live the sultan. Long live the sultan. 24 00:05:04,680 --> 00:05:06,360 Praise be, Sultan. 25 00:05:09,000 --> 00:05:10,480 Blessed be the sultan. 26 00:05:12,600 --> 00:05:18,320 I am the ruler of the Great Seljuk Empire, Sultan Alp-Arslan. 27 00:05:20,920 --> 00:05:26,640 My vision stretches beyond your horizons. 28 00:05:28,840 --> 00:05:33,440 If you long to join my tribe… 29 00:05:37,000 --> 00:05:39,560 my protection will shield you all. 30 00:05:41,200 --> 00:05:44,280 However, if it so happens… 31 00:05:46,320 --> 00:05:49,800 that you choose betrayal, 32 00:05:49,880 --> 00:05:51,640 that's exactly when 33 00:05:52,880 --> 00:05:57,800 I'd feel obliged to take off your heads, which I'm very skilled at, as you know. 34 00:06:50,840 --> 00:06:52,600 Empress Eudokia, 35 00:06:53,280 --> 00:06:55,640 God have mercy on our emperor. 36 00:06:56,520 --> 00:06:59,360 Georgeus, your servant, at your disposal. 37 00:06:59,440 --> 00:07:02,400 My deepest condolences. I offer my allegiance. 38 00:07:02,480 --> 00:07:04,480 Let there be no doubt. 39 00:07:29,600 --> 00:07:30,680 Who are you? 40 00:07:31,960 --> 00:07:35,400 Romanus IV Diogenes of Byzantium. 41 00:07:36,280 --> 00:07:38,160 I've come to pay my respects. 42 00:07:38,240 --> 00:07:40,360 Welcome, Commander Diogenes. 43 00:07:52,320 --> 00:07:53,960 I wish you patience, my empress. 44 00:07:59,080 --> 00:08:02,960 The patriarch's brother. He's in charge of the palace's financial affairs. 45 00:08:24,600 --> 00:08:27,400 To attend the funeral you must surrender your swords and bows. 46 00:08:27,480 --> 00:08:28,760 Then you can enter. 47 00:08:58,880 --> 00:09:01,280 -Come here. Here. -Run, run, run. 48 00:09:28,720 --> 00:09:30,480 What's happening? 49 00:09:32,400 --> 00:09:33,920 What's happening, Commander Georgeus? 50 00:09:42,120 --> 00:09:43,800 This is Romanus Diogenes. Arrest him. 51 00:09:45,240 --> 00:09:46,840 Get the empress out of here. 52 00:10:27,280 --> 00:10:30,040 CAPITAL OF THE SELJUK EMPIRE 53 00:10:32,280 --> 00:10:38,600 God willing, we shall put an end to the strife within our land today. 54 00:10:40,040 --> 00:10:43,840 Now, listen well to what I have to say. 55 00:10:47,640 --> 00:10:51,160 There are wishes of my ancestor, Tughril, that I want to fulfill. 56 00:10:55,880 --> 00:10:57,240 God willing, 57 00:10:58,400 --> 00:11:02,720 under my reign, the search for our Turks' homeland will be over. 58 00:11:03,520 --> 00:11:05,440 Our raids on Anatolia will continue. 59 00:11:07,760 --> 00:11:11,760 We know there is significant friction within the Greek ranks. 60 00:11:12,440 --> 00:11:14,240 This is a great opportunity for us. 61 00:11:14,920 --> 00:11:20,280 In time, we will carry the banner of Islam throughout the Greek provinces. 62 00:11:21,080 --> 00:11:24,280 First of all, it is through Islam that we shall unite. 63 00:11:24,920 --> 00:11:28,960 The banner of Islam is to be bolstered by the Seljuk flag? 64 00:11:34,200 --> 00:11:35,400 Like that, Vizier. 65 00:11:38,840 --> 00:11:40,480 God willing, 66 00:11:40,560 --> 00:11:44,760 we'll save our Muslim brothers and sisters living under the Fatimids' heretical rule 67 00:11:45,280 --> 00:11:46,920 and gather under one flag. 68 00:11:47,920 --> 00:11:52,560 We'll recruit Turkish raiders who are lingering around to join the Seljuk army. 69 00:11:54,000 --> 00:12:00,200 Vizier, you'll lead our most distinguished troops and shall set out for Egypt. 70 00:12:02,280 --> 00:12:06,400 We'll stay here for a while and raid the Greek provinces. 71 00:12:07,360 --> 00:12:08,720 God willing, 72 00:12:09,720 --> 00:12:13,200 towards the end of summer I'll catch up to the army and take lead. 73 00:12:16,640 --> 00:12:18,000 Afþin. 74 00:12:20,320 --> 00:12:21,440 You know Anatolia. 75 00:12:21,520 --> 00:12:23,160 A little, my sultan. 76 00:12:24,040 --> 00:12:26,760 Gather your troops, onwards to Derbent. 77 00:12:28,160 --> 00:12:30,640 Gather all the Turkish principalities together. 78 00:12:31,960 --> 00:12:35,960 For a while there have been troublemakers in the mix. 79 00:12:36,880 --> 00:12:41,320 If there are traitors amongst you, 80 00:12:42,080 --> 00:12:44,720 they shall fear my wrath. 81 00:12:47,840 --> 00:12:50,120 Repent of your sins. Repent. 82 00:12:50,200 --> 00:12:51,640 Why are you lagging behind? 83 00:12:51,720 --> 00:12:53,840 Why must I keep asking you to pick up the pace? 84 00:12:55,920 --> 00:12:59,560 Is your aim, Aþbörü servant, to disgrace our sultan? 85 00:12:59,640 --> 00:13:02,000 No, I know your intention. 86 00:13:02,080 --> 00:13:03,720 Your intention is 87 00:13:03,800 --> 00:13:07,400 to anger our sultan and have my poor soul beheaded. 88 00:13:07,480 --> 00:13:08,600 This I know. 89 00:13:09,720 --> 00:13:10,760 Here you go. 90 00:13:14,600 --> 00:13:15,640 -It needs salt. -Okay. 91 00:13:15,720 --> 00:13:17,120 Go ahead, add some salt. 92 00:13:18,160 --> 00:13:19,800 Hey, Mahmut. 93 00:13:19,880 --> 00:13:22,120 Grab the fruit. Go take the fruit. Hurry. 94 00:13:22,200 --> 00:13:24,040 Pour soup. Pour soup. Hurry. 95 00:13:24,120 --> 00:13:25,240 Come on. 96 00:13:26,160 --> 00:13:27,640 Let's go, let's go, let's go. 97 00:13:39,000 --> 00:13:42,320 I trust we won't have anyone taste this food from Aþbörü. 98 00:13:51,440 --> 00:13:54,440 Enjoy. May we savor this abundance. 99 00:13:56,480 --> 00:13:57,480 Here you go, sir. 100 00:13:57,560 --> 00:13:59,800 Does His Majesty the Sultan really trust you so? 101 00:14:00,520 --> 00:14:01,800 What do you think, brother? 102 00:14:02,400 --> 00:14:04,400 I've saved the sultan's life many times. 103 00:14:05,520 --> 00:14:06,960 Tell us, master. 104 00:14:09,080 --> 00:14:12,560 Once upon a time this traitor, Kutalmýþ, raided our land. 105 00:14:13,720 --> 00:14:17,280 I drew my sword, one to the head, another in the leg, 106 00:14:17,360 --> 00:14:18,880 and then one in the stomach. 107 00:14:19,560 --> 00:14:21,440 Then, before me, stood Kutalmýþ. 108 00:14:22,560 --> 00:14:27,040 I said, "Kutalmýþ, you may know our sultan, 109 00:14:27,680 --> 00:14:30,040 but my grudge is greater than his, know this." 110 00:14:30,640 --> 00:14:32,760 Wow, master. And then what? 111 00:14:33,440 --> 00:14:34,520 He apologized. 112 00:14:35,080 --> 00:14:37,360 He will never raid our land again. 113 00:14:38,240 --> 00:14:40,920 As you know, we don't draw our swords on those who beg for mercy. 114 00:14:42,520 --> 00:14:43,920 I let him go. 115 00:14:45,400 --> 00:14:46,760 Back to work, now. 116 00:15:04,280 --> 00:15:05,400 Wake up. 117 00:15:11,840 --> 00:15:15,840 Water. Water. 118 00:15:21,480 --> 00:15:23,600 -Help me. -Water. 119 00:15:23,680 --> 00:15:25,120 Water. 120 00:15:25,960 --> 00:15:27,040 Water. 121 00:15:27,120 --> 00:15:28,720 -Water. -Just one drop. 122 00:15:28,800 --> 00:15:31,080 -Water. -Help. 123 00:15:31,840 --> 00:15:32,840 Water. 124 00:15:39,760 --> 00:15:41,120 Water. 125 00:15:42,520 --> 00:15:43,520 Get up. Walk. 126 00:15:44,960 --> 00:15:46,400 Give me water. Water. 127 00:15:46,480 --> 00:15:47,920 We're starving. 128 00:15:51,800 --> 00:15:52,840 Water. 129 00:15:54,120 --> 00:15:55,720 Have mercy. 130 00:15:57,360 --> 00:15:58,920 -Hang him. -Hang him. 131 00:15:59,000 --> 00:16:02,080 Off with his head. 132 00:16:04,800 --> 00:16:06,880 -Kill him. -Hang him. 133 00:16:09,080 --> 00:16:11,400 You must die now. Die. 134 00:16:17,320 --> 00:16:19,200 Have no guilt. Kill him. 135 00:16:20,240 --> 00:16:21,240 Take his life. 136 00:16:22,640 --> 00:16:25,760 You're going to die. Execute him. 137 00:16:28,400 --> 00:16:31,400 -Kill him. -Off with his head. 138 00:16:31,480 --> 00:16:32,800 Hang him. 139 00:16:32,880 --> 00:16:34,680 Kill him. 140 00:16:34,760 --> 00:16:37,200 -Face the wrath of God. -Today you must die. 141 00:16:37,280 --> 00:16:39,880 -Hang him. -Kill him. 142 00:16:39,960 --> 00:16:43,160 Execute him! Execute him! Execute him! 143 00:17:17,240 --> 00:17:19,200 Romanus Diogenes, 144 00:17:19,280 --> 00:17:23,640 you've failed to surrender to our empress 145 00:17:23,720 --> 00:17:26,280 and relinquish weapons to her soldiers. 146 00:17:26,359 --> 00:17:31,840 For this you are on trial for an attempted coup against our great queen. 147 00:17:31,920 --> 00:17:34,400 Before your conviction 148 00:17:35,360 --> 00:17:37,840 you must, before the public, 149 00:17:37,920 --> 00:17:44,400 present your defense to our council. 150 00:17:56,440 --> 00:17:59,360 I'm Diogenes of Cappadocia. 151 00:18:00,080 --> 00:18:02,640 In order to protect our empire, 152 00:18:03,920 --> 00:18:08,000 and just as those Anatolian commanders who came before me, 153 00:18:08,760 --> 00:18:10,480 I've been battling evil for years. 154 00:18:11,840 --> 00:18:12,920 This is why 155 00:18:13,600 --> 00:18:14,880 my nobility 156 00:18:15,800 --> 00:18:18,320 and loyalty to my country should not be in question. 157 00:18:22,600 --> 00:18:24,960 My aim is not to kill the empress. 158 00:18:26,160 --> 00:18:28,200 I'm not here to rebel against her at all. 159 00:18:29,760 --> 00:18:32,760 I only wish to lay out the truth before her. 160 00:18:33,800 --> 00:18:37,040 I want the high council to take an honest look. 161 00:18:38,120 --> 00:18:40,360 Our empire is in chaos. 162 00:18:40,440 --> 00:18:42,040 The army has dissipated. 163 00:18:43,240 --> 00:18:44,560 Soldiers have no leadership. 164 00:18:45,200 --> 00:18:48,560 Moreover, sacrilegious Turks present a great threat to our empire. 165 00:18:49,360 --> 00:18:50,920 And they get stronger every day. 166 00:18:51,000 --> 00:18:53,560 If we don't stop them, it won't be long 167 00:18:54,200 --> 00:18:57,680 before we stumble upon a Turkish castle on every corner of Anatolia. 168 00:18:57,760 --> 00:18:58,760 A matter of time. 169 00:19:03,800 --> 00:19:05,640 Empress… 170 00:19:07,920 --> 00:19:09,400 members of the high council, 171 00:19:09,480 --> 00:19:11,840 beloved Byzantine people, 172 00:19:11,920 --> 00:19:14,160 if the Turks seize the Hagia Sophia, 173 00:19:14,240 --> 00:19:17,840 will they not defile our holy temple? 174 00:19:19,040 --> 00:19:20,080 Those days are near. 175 00:19:20,160 --> 00:19:22,880 But I can stop the Turks. 176 00:19:22,960 --> 00:19:26,920 The day will come when those on the high council will face this truth. 177 00:19:27,520 --> 00:19:31,120 The council's greatest regret will be my execution. 178 00:19:31,680 --> 00:19:33,160 People should be aware. 179 00:19:33,920 --> 00:19:35,520 Long live the Empress. 180 00:19:36,080 --> 00:19:39,280 Long live the Eastern Roman Empire. 181 00:19:56,080 --> 00:19:58,560 -He must be executed. -He killed our soldiers. 182 00:19:58,640 --> 00:19:59,640 Let's hang him. 183 00:19:59,720 --> 00:20:02,560 -Our own soldiers. -He must be hung. 184 00:20:02,640 --> 00:20:04,560 Yes, sir. Yes. 185 00:20:05,200 --> 00:20:06,600 Let us proceed. 186 00:20:18,560 --> 00:20:20,320 Romanus Diogenes, 187 00:20:22,000 --> 00:20:26,520 your defense has been rejected by the council. 188 00:20:26,600 --> 00:20:33,480 You are sentenced to 45 days in prison, and then you will be executed. 189 00:20:33,560 --> 00:20:37,560 Boo, boo, boo. 190 00:20:44,560 --> 00:20:47,040 Patriotic enough to be emperor… 191 00:20:49,240 --> 00:20:51,320 treacherous enough to warrant death. 192 00:21:06,400 --> 00:21:10,400 KAYSERI REGION AN ARMENIAN VILLAGE 193 00:21:21,360 --> 00:21:22,720 On your feet! 194 00:21:23,440 --> 00:21:26,080 -Leave. -Eleni, Eleni. Don't take my daughter! 195 00:21:26,160 --> 00:21:27,680 Let go. Let go. 196 00:21:27,760 --> 00:21:29,440 What are you doing? Let go of her. 197 00:21:29,520 --> 00:21:31,120 Let go of my daughter! 198 00:21:31,200 --> 00:21:32,840 Let go. 199 00:21:32,920 --> 00:21:36,400 -My girl, Eleni. -Papa! 200 00:21:38,000 --> 00:21:39,960 Get up. Don't drag your feet. Come here. 201 00:21:40,040 --> 00:21:42,360 -Papa. Papa. -Move it. Get up. 202 00:21:42,440 --> 00:21:45,000 -I said get up. -Papa. Papa. 203 00:21:46,400 --> 00:21:48,520 Come on. Come on. 204 00:21:49,760 --> 00:21:51,320 Come on. Come on. 205 00:21:51,400 --> 00:21:54,760 Up. Get up. Don't drag your feet. 206 00:22:00,760 --> 00:22:02,520 -Papa. -Shut your mouth. Shut up. 207 00:22:04,680 --> 00:22:05,880 Papa. 208 00:22:17,960 --> 00:22:23,240 Our army will go to war in Allah's name, and will be prepared for battle. 209 00:22:24,480 --> 00:22:26,760 This may be the last time I see you. 210 00:22:30,000 --> 00:22:32,400 -May you all be blessed. -I give you my blessings. 211 00:22:32,480 --> 00:22:35,240 -Blessings. -Blessings. 212 00:22:36,600 --> 00:22:39,560 May Allah bless us all. 213 00:22:39,640 --> 00:22:40,840 Amen. 214 00:22:41,520 --> 00:22:42,640 Amen. 215 00:22:43,360 --> 00:22:45,880 If God almighty 216 00:22:46,440 --> 00:22:50,240 makes a martyr of me, 217 00:22:51,800 --> 00:22:55,840 the reign of sultan of the Great Seljuk Empire shall go to… 218 00:23:00,520 --> 00:23:01,800 our son Malik-Shah. 219 00:23:24,400 --> 00:23:26,000 My father. My father is here. 220 00:23:28,080 --> 00:23:29,080 My dear father. 221 00:23:31,360 --> 00:23:32,640 Welcome, dear father. 222 00:23:42,560 --> 00:23:45,520 -The boy has grown so much, God bless. -Oh, has he grown. 223 00:23:46,240 --> 00:23:49,600 He takes after his father, ready to fight. 224 00:23:57,440 --> 00:23:59,000 War isn't the place for him. 225 00:24:00,800 --> 00:24:03,560 If he stays behind, he can take care of you and our land. 226 00:24:05,080 --> 00:24:06,920 Also with war, 227 00:24:08,320 --> 00:24:10,120 there's a possibility of not returning. 228 00:24:10,200 --> 00:24:11,760 God forbid. 229 00:24:28,520 --> 00:24:30,640 Well done. You tied a fine knot. 230 00:24:31,880 --> 00:24:35,080 Dear father, with your permission, I would like to accompany you. 231 00:24:36,400 --> 00:24:39,240 Besides, mother says I'm now of age for swordsmanship. 232 00:24:40,400 --> 00:24:42,800 I'll tell you when you're ready. Not yet. 233 00:24:42,880 --> 00:24:43,960 When will I be ready? 234 00:24:47,680 --> 00:24:50,000 Battle is not our only call to duty, Son. 235 00:24:50,080 --> 00:24:52,200 If we call this land our homeland, 236 00:24:52,280 --> 00:24:56,840 it's not only because we conquered it, but because we protect it from invaders. 237 00:25:00,440 --> 00:25:01,720 This will be your duty as well. 238 00:25:03,720 --> 00:25:05,800 Protecting the homeland when I'm gone. 239 00:25:07,720 --> 00:25:13,280 I leave your mother and our village, first to God, and then to you. 240 00:26:09,400 --> 00:26:10,520 My queen, 241 00:26:12,320 --> 00:26:16,080 in honor of your beautiful invitation, I'd like to make a toast in your honor. 242 00:26:18,280 --> 00:26:20,120 It's been two months since my husband died. 243 00:26:20,200 --> 00:26:22,080 I've expected a toast in his honor… 244 00:26:24,360 --> 00:26:26,080 Commander Georgeus. 245 00:26:30,120 --> 00:26:32,480 I've heard plenty of fancy words tonight. 246 00:26:34,480 --> 00:26:36,680 -Natalia. -My queen. 247 00:26:37,880 --> 00:26:39,040 I want to go to my room. 248 00:26:39,640 --> 00:26:41,120 Right away, Your Majesty. 249 00:27:57,000 --> 00:27:59,440 These fools. 250 00:27:59,520 --> 00:28:02,080 Our sultan is on his horse all day, swinging his sword, 251 00:28:02,160 --> 00:28:04,040 but here, the epitome of laziness. 252 00:28:04,840 --> 00:28:07,960 Master, that may be, but you've saved the sultan's life numerous times. 253 00:28:08,040 --> 00:28:09,240 No, no, no. 254 00:28:09,320 --> 00:28:10,440 Besides, 255 00:28:10,520 --> 00:28:15,560 our sultan even trusts you to self-taste the food you brought him, my master. 256 00:28:18,640 --> 00:28:19,880 Well… 257 00:28:22,000 --> 00:28:23,080 Well? 258 00:28:24,280 --> 00:28:25,920 Well, 259 00:28:26,480 --> 00:28:28,520 was it necessary for us to rush, master? 260 00:28:28,600 --> 00:28:30,320 The sultan won't be angered, anyway. 261 00:28:32,320 --> 00:28:34,200 Can these ears not hear what you speak? 262 00:28:34,880 --> 00:28:37,320 Do you want to destroy the sultan's trust in me? 263 00:28:38,240 --> 00:28:40,880 Master, look, forgive us. We didn't mean it like that. 264 00:28:41,680 --> 00:28:42,800 He's got a point. 265 00:28:43,320 --> 00:28:47,760 -The master's right. -No, no, no, not from you. 266 00:28:50,120 --> 00:28:51,320 You're both done here. 267 00:28:51,400 --> 00:28:53,280 -Master. -Master, please. 268 00:28:53,360 --> 00:28:55,240 Let me kiss your hand. Master, look. 269 00:28:55,320 --> 00:28:57,600 Please don't let us go. Please, master. 270 00:28:57,680 --> 00:28:59,040 You can only slip up once. 271 00:28:59,120 --> 00:29:00,760 We own our mistakes, please. 272 00:29:00,840 --> 00:29:02,040 For the love of God. 273 00:29:02,120 --> 00:29:03,200 Please, look. 274 00:29:17,640 --> 00:29:18,640 Yakup. 275 00:29:19,680 --> 00:29:20,680 At your service. 276 00:29:21,680 --> 00:29:22,880 Divide your men. 277 00:29:23,800 --> 00:29:26,560 Guide them through the Georgian Kingdom and into the Roman provinces. 278 00:29:27,960 --> 00:29:32,240 Recruit Turkmen and Yuruk tribesmen from the region 279 00:29:32,320 --> 00:29:34,280 and attack and besiege from everywhere. 280 00:29:36,400 --> 00:29:40,800 Upon my return from Egypt, 281 00:29:41,520 --> 00:29:44,240 their military forces should be decimated. 282 00:29:46,440 --> 00:29:47,600 At your service, Sultan. 283 00:30:13,360 --> 00:30:16,040 Send this urgently to Constantinople. Deliver it to the empress. 284 00:30:16,120 --> 00:30:17,120 At your command. 285 00:30:40,320 --> 00:30:42,800 Why did you wait to send the letter, my sultan? 286 00:30:46,400 --> 00:30:50,200 We want Constantinople to know of our existence, Vizier. 287 00:31:03,560 --> 00:31:08,440 My empress, the Turks have seized and conquered almost everything. 288 00:31:08,520 --> 00:31:13,560 If we continue on this path, we could lose all our lands in the east. 289 00:31:13,640 --> 00:31:17,200 The soldiers have lost all confidence. 290 00:31:17,280 --> 00:31:18,840 Leadership is lacking. 291 00:31:21,240 --> 00:31:24,720 Our own soldiers are attacking our villages. 292 00:31:24,800 --> 00:31:28,440 Their duty is to protect and serve, yet they violate our property and honor. 293 00:31:40,440 --> 00:31:45,200 People in every corner of our empire are unhappy and unsafe. 294 00:31:45,280 --> 00:31:49,080 They trust the Turks more than their own troops. 295 00:32:01,320 --> 00:32:02,800 Our women and children 296 00:32:02,880 --> 00:32:05,480 are being taken from us and sold into slavery. 297 00:32:24,520 --> 00:32:25,840 Natalia! 298 00:32:33,720 --> 00:32:35,040 My queen. 299 00:32:35,120 --> 00:32:38,080 Immediately assemble the clergy and commanders. 300 00:32:38,160 --> 00:32:40,560 I have an important matter to discuss. 301 00:33:14,000 --> 00:33:15,600 My dear knights, 302 00:33:16,680 --> 00:33:17,920 commanders, 303 00:33:18,000 --> 00:33:19,760 religious clergy, 304 00:33:19,840 --> 00:33:24,080 and Patriarch Demetrios, who is watching over God's empire… 305 00:33:26,200 --> 00:33:30,200 I'm sure you're waiting in anticipation, wondering what I have to say. 306 00:33:30,280 --> 00:33:33,160 This is why I want to begin my speech right away. 307 00:33:35,800 --> 00:33:40,800 As you know, due to the untimely death of our late emperor, 308 00:33:40,880 --> 00:33:43,720 our state fell into a great depression. 309 00:33:43,800 --> 00:33:49,240 I've been receiving letters from local governors and villages. 310 00:33:49,840 --> 00:33:55,160 The Turks have besieged most borders on the eastern front. 311 00:33:56,120 --> 00:34:02,520 Even worse, our soldiers have been raiding our own villages. 312 00:34:02,600 --> 00:34:07,120 And still, even though Commander Georgeus 313 00:34:07,200 --> 00:34:10,360 didn't inform me of these matters, 314 00:34:10,440 --> 00:34:14,360 I sense he is aware of the content of these letters. 315 00:34:14,440 --> 00:34:15,639 Empress-- 316 00:34:15,719 --> 00:34:16,920 For this reason… 317 00:34:23,880 --> 00:34:26,280 the army needs to be disciplined. 318 00:34:26,360 --> 00:34:29,280 Our eastern borders have been besieged by the Turks 319 00:34:30,040 --> 00:34:33,280 and in order to reclaim our lost castles 320 00:34:34,440 --> 00:34:37,520 we need a mighty emperor. 321 00:34:37,600 --> 00:34:42,159 We need a successor to lead our country and the military. 322 00:34:43,040 --> 00:34:44,040 Why? 323 00:34:44,120 --> 00:34:47,320 Well, Empress Eudokia, 324 00:34:47,400 --> 00:34:54,320 who is the candidate for this succession? 325 00:34:56,080 --> 00:34:57,280 Romanus Diogenes. 326 00:34:57,800 --> 00:35:01,080 -It can't be. How is this so? -How so? 327 00:35:01,160 --> 00:35:02,360 Empress Eudokia, 328 00:35:02,440 --> 00:35:06,280 are you saying you're going to marry a traitor who's awaiting his execution? 329 00:35:07,280 --> 00:35:09,200 You heard right, Commander Georgeus. 330 00:35:10,880 --> 00:35:12,600 Romanus Diogenes. 331 00:35:13,560 --> 00:35:17,920 On the day our emperor died, the funeral and church were raided 332 00:35:18,000 --> 00:35:21,000 in a military coup against you. 333 00:35:21,080 --> 00:35:23,760 I was there too, Your All-Holiness. 334 00:35:26,360 --> 00:35:32,440 In your opinion, was it not a display of courage that warrants the throne? 335 00:35:36,400 --> 00:35:37,640 With your permission. 336 00:35:43,040 --> 00:35:46,400 -No way. How can this be? -This is not possible. 337 00:35:46,480 --> 00:35:48,440 They will put him in charge. 338 00:36:23,200 --> 00:36:27,720 My queen, Patriarch Demetrios requests to meet with you privately tomorrow morning. 339 00:36:42,280 --> 00:36:45,440 Sultan, I bring greetings from Yakup Yabgu and Afþin. 340 00:36:46,840 --> 00:36:49,440 They've positioned their armies deep within Byzantium. 341 00:36:51,600 --> 00:36:54,360 Thank you, envoy. Thank you. 342 00:36:56,600 --> 00:37:01,200 Thankfully they represented us without having to bow our heads before blasphemy. 343 00:37:03,720 --> 00:37:07,920 God willing, we won't let them bow their heads in this life or thereafter. 344 00:37:09,480 --> 00:37:11,720 -Amen. -Amen. 345 00:37:11,800 --> 00:37:14,920 They should never stop. They should continue. 346 00:37:36,960 --> 00:37:38,480 Empress, 347 00:37:39,480 --> 00:37:44,960 first off, I agree with your ideas and propositions for our realm. 348 00:37:46,280 --> 00:37:50,920 And shall you choose to marry, I will respect your decision. 349 00:37:52,800 --> 00:37:58,200 However, in this case, in the event of an emperor's death, 350 00:37:58,280 --> 00:38:01,920 you risk losing your crown, should you choose to remarry. 351 00:38:02,000 --> 00:38:05,080 I also want to remind you that you've signed an oath. 352 00:38:05,840 --> 00:38:08,200 I remember my oath, Your All-Holiness. 353 00:38:11,200 --> 00:38:15,240 But this marriage is not of my personal will. 354 00:38:17,160 --> 00:38:20,800 We'll establish a union for the benefit of our realm. 355 00:38:21,560 --> 00:38:25,080 Not with a treacherous traitor who'll be hung in a few days, 356 00:38:25,160 --> 00:38:31,120 You must marry someone approved by the patriarchy, my empress. 357 00:38:37,200 --> 00:38:38,280 For example? 358 00:38:38,360 --> 00:38:40,160 Torqius. 359 00:38:43,240 --> 00:38:47,280 Not only because he's my brother, but for his service to the empire, 360 00:38:47,360 --> 00:38:50,760 I think he deserves this position. 361 00:39:09,320 --> 00:39:11,000 Or Commander Georgeus. 362 00:39:13,360 --> 00:39:16,720 He is the son of Armenian nobility 363 00:39:16,800 --> 00:39:20,480 for at least 20 generations. 364 00:39:21,120 --> 00:39:23,080 Moreover, he is a successful commander. 365 00:39:23,680 --> 00:39:26,960 I encourage you to choose between the two. 366 00:39:27,040 --> 00:39:28,240 Otherwise, 367 00:39:29,800 --> 00:39:35,120 I have to honor this oath, even if I don't want to. 368 00:39:38,400 --> 00:39:45,160 I could also have the execution of Romanus Diogenes expedited. 369 00:39:48,160 --> 00:39:49,920 I see, Your All-Holiness. 370 00:39:54,040 --> 00:39:55,360 In order for me to choose… 371 00:39:57,400 --> 00:40:00,960 between your brother and Commander Georgeus, 372 00:40:02,080 --> 00:40:04,400 I'll need a day to contemplate, if you permit? 373 00:40:20,360 --> 00:40:22,560 Gladly, my queen. 374 00:40:23,720 --> 00:40:25,360 Gladly. 375 00:40:26,120 --> 00:40:30,880 Believe it to be true. This is most suitable for our empire. 376 00:41:06,720 --> 00:41:09,280 -Give this to Valeria. -At your service. 377 00:41:11,040 --> 00:41:12,400 It's time. 378 00:41:38,880 --> 00:41:40,080 The time to act has come. 379 00:43:50,680 --> 00:43:51,800 Get out. 380 00:44:03,240 --> 00:44:05,840 You're wondering why you're here, aren't you? 381 00:44:06,880 --> 00:44:08,200 Let me explain. 382 00:44:08,920 --> 00:44:11,360 What you stated in trial was justified. 383 00:44:13,440 --> 00:44:16,640 The Turks, with every passing day, 384 00:44:16,720 --> 00:44:20,600 pose a greater and greater threat to our empire. 385 00:44:22,200 --> 00:44:27,360 What I want from you, is to yank the Turks out by their roots in an act of war. 386 00:44:28,880 --> 00:44:33,640 I'm on death row, I'd like to remind you, my queen. 387 00:44:39,320 --> 00:44:40,960 I'd like to remind you… 388 00:45:03,720 --> 00:45:04,800 …you are no longer. 389 00:45:07,080 --> 00:45:08,160 I don't understand. 390 00:45:10,640 --> 00:45:14,160 Tomorrow you will marry me. 391 00:45:17,080 --> 00:45:19,440 But I want you to know… 392 00:45:21,440 --> 00:45:23,240 I have no need for a husband, 393 00:45:24,200 --> 00:45:26,440 or any desire for a man. 394 00:45:29,000 --> 00:45:30,920 I need an emperor 395 00:45:32,160 --> 00:45:36,280 and a commander to lead my army. 396 00:45:38,560 --> 00:45:40,520 Now go clean up, 397 00:45:41,200 --> 00:45:44,560 because tomorrow morning you will rise up an emperor. 398 00:45:49,600 --> 00:45:50,800 Because… 399 00:45:55,080 --> 00:45:56,560 of this marriage… 400 00:45:59,320 --> 00:46:00,760 if I do get married, 401 00:46:00,840 --> 00:46:02,640 I must relinquish my crown, 402 00:46:02,720 --> 00:46:05,680 according to this written oath to the church. 403 00:46:21,120 --> 00:46:23,160 It bears no meaning anymore. 404 00:46:42,760 --> 00:46:44,160 Come on! 405 00:46:50,000 --> 00:46:51,280 Come on! Come on! 406 00:46:52,000 --> 00:46:53,560 Hold on! 407 00:46:54,160 --> 00:46:56,040 -Ya Allah! -Ya Allah! 408 00:49:03,120 --> 00:49:04,320 Commanders… 409 00:49:06,480 --> 00:49:08,200 dear empress… 410 00:49:10,320 --> 00:49:11,360 in the name of God, 411 00:49:13,160 --> 00:49:15,480 and the powers that be, 412 00:49:17,400 --> 00:49:19,440 Romanus IV is himself 413 00:49:20,920 --> 00:49:21,960 becoming 414 00:49:23,040 --> 00:49:25,160 our new emperor, 415 00:49:26,240 --> 00:49:28,080 and I give my blessing. 416 00:49:49,160 --> 00:49:53,080 How can a prisoner, previously sentenced to death, become our emperor? 417 00:49:53,680 --> 00:49:54,880 How can we allow it? 418 00:49:56,320 --> 00:50:00,640 Be quiet. Unless you want to die, you must obey. 419 00:50:04,000 --> 00:50:06,000 God bless our emperor. 420 00:50:06,080 --> 00:50:10,640 God bless the emperor! God bless the emperor! 421 00:50:11,520 --> 00:50:15,680 Long live the emperor! Long live the emperor! 422 00:50:42,760 --> 00:50:44,280 What's happening? 423 00:50:47,680 --> 00:50:50,160 You're all free now. Get out! Get out! 424 00:50:56,240 --> 00:50:58,040 Why not escape like the others? 425 00:50:58,880 --> 00:51:00,240 I have no place to go. 426 00:51:01,280 --> 00:51:03,920 They killed my mother and father. 427 00:51:04,000 --> 00:51:05,800 They burned down our village. 428 00:51:07,800 --> 00:51:10,920 -We've avenged them. Isn't it enough? -I haven't had enough, 429 00:51:11,000 --> 00:51:13,400 I want to join you and fight those brutes. 430 00:51:17,000 --> 00:51:18,000 Skilled with a sword? 431 00:51:19,360 --> 00:51:21,760 I use a knife. I can learn to use a sword. 432 00:52:02,760 --> 00:52:05,120 In the current state of affairs, 433 00:52:05,920 --> 00:52:08,640 we are well aware that we have no time to waste. 434 00:52:10,480 --> 00:52:13,720 Before His All-Holiness, God's holy representative, 435 00:52:13,800 --> 00:52:16,560 and before our empress, especially… 436 00:52:18,640 --> 00:52:22,520 I promise that until my last drop of blood 437 00:52:22,600 --> 00:52:24,520 I will strive to be a worthy emperor. 438 00:52:27,760 --> 00:52:30,280 Long live the emperor! 439 00:52:47,480 --> 00:52:50,360 We've seen a lot of pledges. 440 00:52:58,000 --> 00:53:01,080 As soon as you gather the troops, I want to head east. 441 00:53:01,160 --> 00:53:03,080 This is why everyone should hurry. 442 00:53:04,960 --> 00:53:06,800 Before we assign palace appointments, 443 00:53:08,160 --> 00:53:12,560 make sure all loose ends are tied so no mistakes are made, agreed? 444 00:53:13,720 --> 00:53:17,800 You can assign appointments on my behalf as you wish, my empress. 445 00:53:19,840 --> 00:53:24,360 I feel secure on the battlefield and find it safer than being in the palace. 446 00:53:34,440 --> 00:53:36,240 May peace and blessings be upon you. 447 00:53:37,000 --> 00:53:38,880 May peace and blessings be upon you. 448 00:53:52,560 --> 00:53:58,760 God, bless me with the honor of martyrdom. 449 00:53:58,840 --> 00:54:01,920 And give our army victory if you wish. 450 00:54:16,560 --> 00:54:19,840 My emperor, the commander of the Pecheneg Turks wants to see you. 451 00:54:20,600 --> 00:54:22,400 -Bring him in. -Yes, sir. 452 00:54:35,880 --> 00:54:40,080 We want to join your war and fight alongside you, dear emperor. 453 00:54:45,680 --> 00:54:47,880 Our presence will strengthen your army. 454 00:54:51,000 --> 00:54:52,000 But sure… 455 00:54:54,320 --> 00:54:55,920 this comes at a price, yes? 456 00:55:00,440 --> 00:55:01,800 What do you want? 457 00:55:03,720 --> 00:55:05,320 A hundred thousand gold coins. 458 00:55:06,000 --> 00:55:09,320 I also want a share of the loot. 459 00:55:15,080 --> 00:55:17,200 I have no business with the Seljuks. 460 00:55:18,640 --> 00:55:23,360 You can pillage the Seljuk lands for all the loot you desire. 461 00:55:29,280 --> 00:55:32,280 Sir, I don't feel right working with paid mercenaries. 462 00:55:32,360 --> 00:55:34,320 I really don't feel right fighting alongside them. 463 00:55:35,200 --> 00:55:37,880 If they even suspect loss in battle, 464 00:55:37,960 --> 00:55:41,160 they'll desert the battlefield as easily as they came. 465 00:55:47,560 --> 00:55:52,080 Thank you for sharing your concerns, Commander Georgeus. I am grateful. 466 00:55:53,240 --> 00:55:58,280 However, I request you do not share these concerns with others. 467 00:55:59,840 --> 00:56:01,640 The army is to leave tomorrow morning. 468 00:56:01,720 --> 00:56:04,480 With longing and desire they have prepared all week. 469 00:56:04,560 --> 00:56:06,840 I assume all responsibility and risk. 470 00:56:09,480 --> 00:56:12,000 I hope you will all comply in the same way. 471 00:56:14,440 --> 00:56:15,880 What are you saying? 472 00:56:17,480 --> 00:56:21,560 I failed to find a worthier commander to defend Constantinople than you. 473 00:56:21,640 --> 00:56:23,360 You are staying here. 474 00:56:26,280 --> 00:56:27,600 Understood. 475 00:56:34,960 --> 00:56:38,560 Antonius, prepare a strong defense unit while we're away. 476 00:56:38,640 --> 00:56:40,280 Don't create more work for us. 477 00:56:41,680 --> 00:56:44,400 Is it not safer to be here by our side, sir? 478 00:56:45,000 --> 00:56:48,400 After the trial, this man tried everything in his power to kill me, 479 00:56:48,960 --> 00:56:51,000 and he'd do the same to become emperor. 480 00:56:52,160 --> 00:56:56,120 Special units are full of Armenian soldiers and a commander academy too. 481 00:56:56,200 --> 00:56:58,720 Georgeus has had a tremendous influence on them. 482 00:56:59,840 --> 00:57:02,480 Rather than come with us, it's better to stay here. 483 00:57:03,360 --> 00:57:04,480 As you wish. 484 00:58:03,800 --> 00:58:06,560 Sultan Alp-Arslan, I surrender our city to you. 485 00:58:06,640 --> 00:58:08,760 Our people are here to serve you. 486 00:58:11,280 --> 00:58:12,360 Be blessed. 487 00:58:13,960 --> 00:58:14,960 Vizier, 488 00:58:16,000 --> 00:58:17,560 know this. 489 00:58:18,480 --> 00:58:22,960 No one will encroach upon your liberty, property or worship. 490 00:58:23,640 --> 00:58:26,080 Everyone will continue living safely. 491 00:59:11,800 --> 00:59:14,200 I declare the castle handed over to you, sir. 492 00:59:28,600 --> 00:59:30,480 Our army's no longer an army of recruits. 493 00:59:31,040 --> 00:59:33,680 Castles being conquered, villages passing hand-to-hand. 494 00:59:33,760 --> 00:59:36,360 Haven't you witnessed how they fight, Antonius? 495 00:59:37,000 --> 00:59:39,720 I've freed my mind from all those worries, sir. 496 00:59:39,800 --> 00:59:41,720 So we will go above and beyond. 497 00:59:42,880 --> 00:59:46,560 We will come face-to-face with Alp-Arslan and destroy him and his realm. 498 00:59:48,400 --> 00:59:49,560 Gather your army. 499 00:59:50,520 --> 00:59:52,400 We are returning to Constantinople. 500 00:59:54,600 --> 00:59:58,520 We shall strengthen our forces and return for a massive attack. 501 01:00:31,080 --> 01:00:32,200 My sultan, 502 01:00:34,080 --> 01:00:37,400 we have suffered casualties during the siege of the Aleppo Citadel. 503 01:00:37,480 --> 01:00:38,520 Many soldiers lost. 504 01:00:46,400 --> 01:00:49,240 I want to send a message of peace to the castle. 505 01:00:54,160 --> 01:00:59,840 I am the ruler of the Great Seljuk Empire, Sultan Alp-Arslan. 506 01:01:02,120 --> 01:01:07,440 Exactly when did I admit defeat? Now you make this request, huh? 507 01:01:14,400 --> 01:01:17,720 Either you lead the army yourself 508 01:01:17,800 --> 01:01:20,280 or I relieve you of your duty. 509 01:01:21,880 --> 01:01:23,400 At your service, my sultan. 510 01:01:31,200 --> 01:01:34,400 Dear Sultan, the Greek ambassador wants to see you. 511 01:01:35,320 --> 01:01:36,320 Let him in. 512 01:01:45,800 --> 01:01:48,920 I've brought you this letter from Emperor Romanus Diogenes. 513 01:02:08,920 --> 01:02:10,360 How long was your journey? 514 01:02:13,160 --> 01:02:14,480 I traveled 20 days. 515 01:03:16,000 --> 01:03:18,240 Send his scalp back to Diogenes. 516 01:03:18,320 --> 01:03:19,640 Master, stop. 517 01:03:23,480 --> 01:03:26,320 -Master, stop. -Thank you, Lord. 518 01:03:26,400 --> 01:03:28,160 Let me go. Stop. I'm fine. 519 01:03:28,800 --> 01:03:30,120 Let go. 520 01:03:37,560 --> 01:03:39,200 The Greek ambassador came today. 521 01:03:40,640 --> 01:03:43,520 I'm in my usual place, as you know, the sultan's right-hand man. 522 01:03:45,360 --> 01:03:46,720 He crossed the line. 523 01:03:47,840 --> 01:03:49,120 Then a soldier appears. 524 01:03:49,800 --> 01:03:51,640 I grabbed the sword and snap! 525 01:03:52,120 --> 01:03:54,480 I cut off his head and served it to him. 526 01:03:54,560 --> 01:03:55,920 Really? 527 01:03:56,000 --> 01:03:57,800 What did our sultan do, master? 528 01:03:57,880 --> 01:03:59,000 What could he do? 529 01:04:00,760 --> 01:04:02,960 He grabbed me by the neck, pulled me close, 530 01:04:03,040 --> 01:04:05,120 and kissed my forehead. 531 01:04:05,680 --> 01:04:09,520 He said, "Well done, Aþbörü." Look, he kissed me right here. 532 01:04:10,160 --> 01:04:12,840 He doesn't kiss anyone else. He won't kiss anyone else. 533 01:04:16,040 --> 01:04:18,280 Back to work. Come on. Go. 534 01:04:21,920 --> 01:04:22,920 Master. 535 01:04:37,280 --> 01:04:43,280 He wanted me to sign an oath, to return the castles back to him. 536 01:04:44,240 --> 01:04:49,720 The fact that the ambassador embarked on a 20-day journey to get here 537 01:04:50,880 --> 01:04:56,280 tells me they will likely hit the road with an even bigger army. 538 01:04:59,000 --> 01:05:04,000 His intentions are obviously to not only retrieve castles and land… 539 01:05:06,920 --> 01:05:08,640 but to destroy us completely. 540 01:05:10,880 --> 01:05:14,320 Their assassination attempt fuels the anger that's buried within. 541 01:05:29,160 --> 01:05:31,120 We must withdraw from the siege, Vizier. 542 01:05:33,800 --> 01:05:37,960 We will need to cross Byzantine forces on our way to Isfahan. 543 01:05:39,640 --> 01:05:43,440 Do you think you stand a chance against that huge army and all those soldiers? 544 01:05:45,520 --> 01:05:49,400 With Yakup Yabgu and Afþin, we shall unite in the Greek provinces. 545 01:05:50,880 --> 01:05:54,160 My sultan, 150,000 people are coming. 546 01:05:54,920 --> 01:05:57,680 Even if we combined all the Turks, we still wouldn't have that many. 547 01:06:01,360 --> 01:06:04,160 This is how victories are won, Vizier. 548 01:06:09,120 --> 01:06:11,720 This is how great wars are lost, my sultan. 549 01:06:14,720 --> 01:06:16,760 You still don't get it, do you, Vizier? 550 01:06:20,840 --> 01:06:22,640 This war is our destiny. 551 01:06:23,640 --> 01:06:25,320 We are not here to flee. 552 01:06:26,240 --> 01:06:29,160 This land will be our homeland and will belong to us forever. 553 01:06:39,640 --> 01:06:43,040 What if something happens to you, Sultan? 554 01:06:43,120 --> 01:06:44,840 Don't worry, Vizier. 555 01:06:46,720 --> 01:06:48,680 Our state will not be without a leader. 556 01:06:51,200 --> 01:06:52,320 Now get ready. 557 01:06:53,840 --> 01:06:55,360 You will go to Isfahan. 558 01:07:00,120 --> 01:07:04,960 If I am made a martyr, you must prepare my son Malik-Shah for the throne. 559 01:07:07,120 --> 01:07:08,720 At your service, my sultan. 560 01:07:23,040 --> 01:07:25,360 Welcome, great emperor. 561 01:07:25,440 --> 01:07:27,640 Welcome! 562 01:07:27,720 --> 01:07:32,080 -Our glorious emperor! -Long live the emperor! 563 01:07:32,160 --> 01:07:34,480 Welcome, Emperor Diogenes! 564 01:07:35,840 --> 01:07:38,360 Long live Emperor Diogenes. 565 01:07:39,320 --> 01:07:41,560 Long live Emperor Diogenes. 566 01:07:46,600 --> 01:07:48,000 -Our emperor. -Welcome. 567 01:07:49,440 --> 01:07:51,040 Long live the emperor. 568 01:07:56,080 --> 01:07:58,640 Long live Emperor Diogenes. 569 01:07:58,720 --> 01:08:00,120 Welcome. 570 01:08:10,560 --> 01:08:13,760 Thank you for not embarrassing me, 571 01:08:14,600 --> 01:08:16,399 sublime emperor. 572 01:08:16,479 --> 01:08:18,880 I reckon that Alp-Arslan has received my message. 573 01:08:18,960 --> 01:08:21,439 Soon I'll surpass his rule by far, 574 01:08:23,120 --> 01:08:27,800 and we will free ourselves from his rule forever. 575 01:08:32,640 --> 01:08:33,960 I'm wondering… 576 01:08:44,080 --> 01:08:46,439 would you like to spend the night here? 577 01:08:58,240 --> 01:09:01,560 You now trust Commander Georgeus, I guess? 578 01:09:02,120 --> 01:09:05,840 No, but I have to take him with me. 579 01:09:07,200 --> 01:09:08,240 Because… 580 01:09:11,920 --> 01:09:13,479 if Georgeus stays here, 581 01:09:15,120 --> 01:09:18,720 I would need to leave my best commander to keep him in check. 582 01:09:19,399 --> 01:09:22,960 I need my commanders. Not Georgeus. 583 01:09:30,399 --> 01:09:32,840 Will you return victorious? 584 01:09:34,000 --> 01:09:35,240 Definitely, my queen. 585 01:09:55,280 --> 01:09:57,640 Sultan Alp-Arslan sends his regards. 586 01:10:42,160 --> 01:10:46,120 I'll destroy any obstacle in my path without a second thought. 587 01:10:46,200 --> 01:10:47,880 Even if they are Christian? 588 01:10:47,960 --> 01:10:49,720 Yes. Even a Christian. 589 01:10:50,640 --> 01:10:54,720 Turkish, Greek, Armenian, Christian, Arab, there is no such thing as a Muslim. 590 01:10:54,800 --> 01:10:57,240 There's the Eastern Roman Empire or Byzantium. 591 01:10:58,120 --> 01:11:01,440 Joining us in battle are the sacrilegious Turks 592 01:11:02,240 --> 01:11:04,400 who took refuge with Alp-Arslan. 593 01:11:04,480 --> 01:11:06,520 It's been said he even helped Christians. 594 01:11:06,600 --> 01:11:08,320 His messengers come to me every day. 595 01:11:08,400 --> 01:11:10,800 But the Turks in our army are ruthless. 596 01:11:12,440 --> 01:11:14,680 What difference does it make, Commander Georgeus? 597 01:11:15,400 --> 01:11:17,480 The spoils of war have no religion. 598 01:11:18,080 --> 01:11:22,080 Sacrilegious Turks long for the spoils of war far more than my soldiers. 599 01:11:23,240 --> 01:11:27,160 Our people will share pride and victory at the end of this war. 600 01:11:29,240 --> 01:11:32,400 Those who do not will perish. 601 01:11:52,400 --> 01:11:57,760 As you know, for three months we've been recruiting and preparing for this war. 602 01:11:57,840 --> 01:12:00,120 I appeal to you before God. 603 01:12:00,200 --> 01:12:03,600 Tomorrow we'll confront the infidel Turks. 604 01:12:04,200 --> 01:12:08,600 As we journey out, do not forget the religious burdens we've carried. 605 01:12:08,680 --> 01:12:14,480 As your emperor, I must warn you of the news I've heard. 606 01:12:14,560 --> 01:12:16,480 From what my messengers have told me, 607 01:12:16,560 --> 01:12:20,640 some of our brethren in faith are conspiring with the infidel Turks 608 01:12:20,720 --> 01:12:23,480 and they harbor hostility towards us. 609 01:12:23,560 --> 01:12:25,680 I stand before you all, in God's grace. 610 01:12:25,760 --> 01:12:29,120 With His All-Holiness the Patriarch as my witness, I declare, 611 01:12:29,200 --> 01:12:32,560 those who betray you, those who battle you 612 01:12:32,640 --> 01:12:35,080 will get killed regardless of their religion or race. 613 01:12:35,160 --> 01:12:38,000 Even if they bear a cross, you shall not hesitate to kill them. 614 01:12:39,440 --> 01:12:42,120 They are either with us or against us. 615 01:12:42,200 --> 01:12:44,360 We are the true believers. 616 01:12:44,440 --> 01:12:45,840 May God protect you all! 617 01:12:49,080 --> 01:12:51,040 Long live Diogenes. 618 01:13:44,640 --> 01:13:47,040 Within a few days, we will arrive in this region. 619 01:13:47,720 --> 01:13:51,240 We must reclaim the villages that were conquered by the Seljuks. 620 01:13:51,320 --> 01:13:52,800 We'll fight with great force. 621 01:13:52,880 --> 01:13:57,080 The faster we move, the more land we reconquer. 622 01:13:58,840 --> 01:14:01,480 Sir, we have been on the road for 30 days. 623 01:14:01,560 --> 01:14:04,400 If the soldiers are overworked, the results could be fatal. 624 01:14:06,640 --> 01:14:13,120 A soldier's honor is to fight tirelessly, even die for their cause, Commander. 625 01:14:14,160 --> 01:14:15,800 If not, they should be farmers. 626 01:14:17,000 --> 01:14:19,240 Sir, there is news regarding Alp-Arslan. 627 01:14:19,320 --> 01:14:22,280 He is struggling to gather an army. 628 01:14:22,360 --> 01:14:26,520 By the time we arrive, they should have at least 20-30,000 troops. 629 01:14:27,080 --> 01:14:28,080 Nice. 630 01:14:29,000 --> 01:14:31,120 This opens up opportunities, of course. 631 01:14:31,720 --> 01:14:32,720 How so? 632 01:14:34,680 --> 01:14:38,360 Allow me to show you in due time. 633 01:14:55,160 --> 01:14:57,280 The emperor called for me. 634 01:15:55,960 --> 01:15:56,960 Two cats 635 01:15:58,280 --> 01:15:59,840 in one sack. 636 01:16:01,320 --> 01:16:02,560 Not a good fit. 637 01:16:20,680 --> 01:16:24,160 On the road we'll pass villages where we massacred Armenian commanders. 638 01:16:24,240 --> 01:16:26,120 We will be met with resistance. 639 01:16:26,200 --> 01:16:30,160 For this reason, we must eradicate all Armenian villages from history. 640 01:16:30,240 --> 01:16:32,360 Let there be no enemies left standing. 641 01:16:32,440 --> 01:16:33,640 Yes, sir. 642 01:16:42,520 --> 01:16:44,240 Praise Allah. 643 01:16:48,520 --> 01:16:49,960 Praise Allah. 644 01:16:58,360 --> 01:17:00,400 Blessings of Allah be upon you all. 645 01:17:01,560 --> 01:17:03,640 Blessings of Allah be upon you all. 646 01:17:09,680 --> 01:17:13,600 Oh, Lord, we place our trust in you. 647 01:17:14,160 --> 01:17:19,480 With perseverance I bow to you and I fight for you. 648 01:17:20,120 --> 01:17:24,200 Oh, Lord, we placed our trust in you. 649 01:17:24,800 --> 01:17:28,520 We dedicate our servitude to you 650 01:17:28,600 --> 01:17:31,960 in all your power and might. 651 01:17:32,800 --> 01:17:36,160 Oh, Lord, we place our trust you. 652 01:17:36,880 --> 01:17:39,960 May we exalt in the name of Islam. 653 01:17:40,880 --> 01:17:42,480 Condemn my enemies. 654 01:17:43,240 --> 01:17:46,520 Grant us victory, my Lord. 655 01:17:47,920 --> 01:17:49,160 Amen. 656 01:17:55,240 --> 01:17:57,440 SIVAS REGION AN ARMENIAN VILLAGE 657 01:18:39,400 --> 01:18:41,000 The emperor has gone mad. 658 01:18:41,760 --> 01:18:44,000 At this rate, no Armenians will be left standing. 659 01:18:47,720 --> 01:18:49,760 -God protect us all. -Amen. 660 01:19:08,880 --> 01:19:11,560 My sultan, there's a message from Daniþment. 661 01:19:12,400 --> 01:19:13,440 Let him in. 662 01:19:22,080 --> 01:19:23,080 My sultan. 663 01:19:23,960 --> 01:19:24,960 Yes, Ambassador. 664 01:19:25,640 --> 01:19:27,400 The noble Daniþment sent me. 665 01:19:27,480 --> 01:19:30,720 Ten Turkish tribes have joined their forces and await to meet you. 666 01:19:31,400 --> 01:19:34,600 He will join the army on the way. There are Turkmen as well. 667 01:19:34,680 --> 01:19:39,320 The Kurdish dynasty of Marwanids has also joined them. 668 01:19:42,560 --> 01:19:45,360 Thank you, Ambassador. Let them join. 669 01:21:17,840 --> 01:21:21,120 We are looking for the Seljuk Sultan Alp-Arslan. 670 01:21:29,840 --> 01:21:31,280 Why do you seek him? 671 01:21:33,000 --> 01:21:34,440 Are your intentions hostile? 672 01:21:35,480 --> 01:21:36,680 My name is Kurtbey. 673 01:21:39,040 --> 01:21:41,760 My brothers also swore to drink Byzantine blood. 674 01:21:42,960 --> 01:21:44,720 We heard he had set out for war. 675 01:21:45,480 --> 01:21:49,080 We are under his command and we will fight to the death. 676 01:21:52,160 --> 01:21:53,840 Why should Alp-Arslan trust you? 677 01:21:55,640 --> 01:21:59,600 My father was the most loyal warrior amongst his ancestors. 678 01:22:00,280 --> 01:22:01,720 He was sent off to Anatolia. 679 01:22:02,400 --> 01:22:06,200 They did not surrender to the Byzantines. They managed to escape. 680 01:22:07,440 --> 01:22:10,760 For years we have been waiting to exact our revenge. 681 01:22:11,600 --> 01:22:13,920 The day of Byzantine bloodshed has come. 682 01:22:16,680 --> 01:22:19,720 If you don't know of Alp-Arslan, do not stand on our way. 683 01:22:34,960 --> 01:22:36,120 Sultan? 684 01:22:45,000 --> 01:22:48,160 By my command, we shall toast to the mercy of martyrdom. 685 01:22:52,200 --> 01:22:53,720 Blessings, brave one. 686 01:22:55,520 --> 01:22:56,760 Blessings. 687 01:23:15,040 --> 01:23:20,440 My sultan, we are here to fight and we are prepared to die. 688 01:23:24,600 --> 01:23:26,000 Welcome, brave ones. 689 01:23:27,520 --> 01:23:30,600 May Allah bless us all. 690 01:23:30,680 --> 01:23:34,600 Praise Allah! Praise Allah! Praise Allah! 691 01:23:50,640 --> 01:23:54,440 A bit higher. From above. Like this. Now pull. Pull. 692 01:23:54,520 --> 01:23:56,600 Just like that. Go on. 693 01:23:56,680 --> 01:23:58,640 Do not bend your elbow. Continue. 694 01:24:05,440 --> 01:24:07,040 Go ahead, my brave-hearted one. 695 01:24:09,000 --> 01:24:10,440 Yes, courageous one. 696 01:24:11,560 --> 01:24:15,720 The Greeks will be weighed down by their armor. 697 01:24:17,240 --> 01:24:22,240 They won't stand a chance against our cavalry. 698 01:24:25,040 --> 01:24:26,520 Prepare with this in mind. 699 01:24:27,920 --> 01:24:30,080 We will test this theory once in battle. 700 01:24:33,920 --> 01:24:36,000 Be prepared for tonight as well. 701 01:24:38,560 --> 01:24:40,600 Let us observe our enemies 702 01:24:41,600 --> 01:24:44,080 and see how they react to an ambush. 703 01:24:49,080 --> 01:24:50,320 Come, fearless ones. 704 01:25:57,440 --> 01:25:58,880 Help me! 705 01:26:03,320 --> 01:26:06,040 Allah, Allah, Allah, Allah! 706 01:26:23,840 --> 01:26:25,440 Let the heads roll! 707 01:27:33,400 --> 01:27:37,120 It's hard to admit, but the Turkish invasion has demoralized our soldiers. 708 01:27:38,080 --> 01:27:39,560 How many lost? 709 01:27:39,640 --> 01:27:40,840 Around 100. 710 01:27:42,680 --> 01:27:44,440 Not such a big deal for us. 711 01:27:46,000 --> 01:27:47,440 Then why the low morale? 712 01:27:49,560 --> 01:27:54,040 Sir, before the attack the army faced a sudden ambush 713 01:27:54,120 --> 01:27:55,960 and many lives were lost. 714 01:27:56,040 --> 01:27:58,080 Inevitably, morale was lost. 715 01:27:58,840 --> 01:28:04,520 As you know, many mercenaries and relatives are from the same village. 716 01:28:09,440 --> 01:28:13,320 Because of this, we shall capture and execute 100 Turks in their place. 717 01:28:14,360 --> 01:28:17,720 We will capture and execute 100 Turks. 718 01:28:20,800 --> 01:28:22,200 As a morale booster. 719 01:28:59,280 --> 01:29:03,400 May one captive Turk be sacrificed for each friend you've lost. 720 01:29:03,480 --> 01:29:06,880 Your pain is my pain. Your revenge is my revenge. 721 01:29:06,960 --> 01:29:10,200 We will wipe Turks from the face of the earth! 722 01:29:26,880 --> 01:29:30,440 Sir, may the wrath of Emperor Diogenes escape us. 723 01:29:33,360 --> 01:29:34,880 What do you know, soldier? 724 01:29:36,360 --> 01:29:38,000 Mind your business. Let's go. 725 01:29:40,480 --> 01:29:43,800 The Byzantines will also have the Pechenegs by their side. 726 01:29:45,040 --> 01:29:48,160 I do not find Turks fighting Turks appropriate. 727 01:29:49,880 --> 01:29:51,560 I know, Suleiman. I know. 728 01:29:52,200 --> 01:29:56,600 Sultan, I find it more appropriate to attack from the left flank. 729 01:29:56,680 --> 01:29:58,600 We will find a solution, Suleiman. 730 01:29:59,200 --> 01:30:02,840 There is no better day than tomorrow to mobilize our army. 731 01:30:04,320 --> 01:30:07,160 The blood that flows never stalls in the vein. 732 01:30:08,240 --> 01:30:09,920 According to my calculations… 733 01:30:11,960 --> 01:30:17,640 with Allah's grace, we will establish our camp around Malazgirt. 734 01:30:25,520 --> 01:30:27,520 We bring good news, my sultan. 735 01:30:28,800 --> 01:30:29,920 Tell us, Yakup. 736 01:30:32,400 --> 01:30:36,960 Byzantine troops were decimated by our attacks. 737 01:30:38,520 --> 01:30:39,720 God bless. 738 01:30:41,080 --> 01:30:44,560 And we brought you loot, my sultan. 739 01:31:13,240 --> 01:31:16,440 Let this cross be delivered to the caliph as soon as possible. 740 01:31:17,360 --> 01:31:20,000 Let them know the sanctity of our cause. 741 01:31:21,360 --> 01:31:23,440 May they not withhold their prayers. 742 01:31:24,440 --> 01:31:28,200 Victory belongs to those who believe in Almighty Allah! 743 01:31:28,280 --> 01:31:33,000 Praise Allah! Praise Allah! Praise Allah! 744 01:32:18,760 --> 01:32:19,840 You are strong. 745 01:32:22,560 --> 01:32:24,040 Now with the sword. 746 01:32:48,120 --> 01:32:49,280 Not bad. 747 01:32:50,640 --> 01:32:52,560 If you like, we can keep working. 748 01:32:56,240 --> 01:32:58,000 Right. Waist. 749 01:33:01,000 --> 01:33:02,240 Very good. Once more. 750 01:33:07,240 --> 01:33:12,080 We are Alp-Arslan's soldiers of Baþbuð 751 01:33:12,160 --> 01:33:16,800 We are the sword of God on earth 752 01:33:16,880 --> 01:33:21,880 We didn't turn this way We won't look back 753 01:33:21,960 --> 01:33:26,680 We swore, with heaven and earth As our witness 754 01:33:26,760 --> 01:33:31,440 Oh, God, God Almighty 755 01:33:31,520 --> 01:33:35,720 Oh, God, God Almighty 756 01:33:35,800 --> 01:33:36,840 Let's go. 757 01:33:46,000 --> 01:33:49,840 On this road The Gray Wolves will not tire 758 01:33:50,680 --> 01:33:54,720 Coyotes will not be allowed 759 01:33:55,240 --> 01:33:57,720 -Master. -Come on. Say it. 760 01:33:58,280 --> 01:33:59,760 Will we fight tomorrow too? 761 01:34:00,280 --> 01:34:02,960 What are you asking, fool? If necessary, we will fight. 762 01:34:03,840 --> 01:34:07,440 But if you two cowards are afraid, you can cower behind me. 763 01:34:07,520 --> 01:34:09,560 Your master will defend you both. 764 01:34:11,080 --> 01:34:14,920 Do you think cooking is my only skill? 765 01:34:17,480 --> 01:34:18,960 And what are these skills? 766 01:34:22,760 --> 01:34:24,000 To protect the sultan. 767 01:34:25,080 --> 01:34:26,120 How so? 768 01:34:27,880 --> 01:34:29,960 We are in battle again like old times. 769 01:34:30,520 --> 01:34:31,840 I'm on this side. 770 01:34:32,440 --> 01:34:35,560 My sultan is on that side too. I keep an eye on him. 771 01:34:36,400 --> 01:34:39,120 They surrounded him. I saw it. 772 01:34:40,000 --> 01:34:42,240 I jumped on my horse and galloped towards them. 773 01:34:42,320 --> 01:34:43,760 -Galloped? -Yes. 774 01:34:44,760 --> 01:34:47,480 I dove between them and drew my sword. Whoosh! 775 01:34:47,560 --> 01:34:50,240 I chopped off his head. Whoosh. Then his arm. 776 01:34:51,480 --> 01:34:52,960 And then I cut off his leg. 777 01:34:55,760 --> 01:34:56,840 Yeah. 778 01:34:58,800 --> 01:35:00,000 Blood everywhere. 779 01:35:04,400 --> 01:35:05,760 What war was it, Aþbörü? 780 01:35:07,000 --> 01:35:08,000 My sultan. 781 01:35:15,200 --> 01:35:16,680 Forgive me, my sultan! 782 01:35:16,760 --> 01:35:20,000 I was led astray. 783 01:35:20,080 --> 01:35:22,000 It hurts so much. 784 01:35:22,080 --> 01:35:25,040 My sultan, you misunderstood me. Please forgive me. 785 01:35:28,080 --> 01:35:30,440 Hey, slow down. 786 01:35:30,520 --> 01:35:32,800 My sultan, please forgive me. 787 01:35:41,680 --> 01:35:43,600 -You must be strong. -Is that so? 788 01:35:43,680 --> 01:35:44,720 Son! 789 01:35:44,800 --> 01:35:46,560 What are you doing here? 790 01:35:47,320 --> 01:35:48,320 Dad. 791 01:35:48,400 --> 01:35:50,280 What business do you have here, Son? 792 01:35:50,800 --> 01:35:52,840 Did I not confide all my trust in you? 793 01:35:52,920 --> 01:35:57,840 Dad, Turkmen go from village to village. Sultan Alp-Arslan needs soldiers. 794 01:35:57,920 --> 01:36:00,960 If not, the state will lose control. 795 01:36:01,040 --> 01:36:04,920 I've come to fight for Sultan Alp-Arslan, and to defend my state and religion. 796 01:36:06,800 --> 01:36:08,080 Did I make a mistake? 797 01:36:09,120 --> 01:36:11,160 You made a mistake by not listening, Son. 798 01:36:12,720 --> 01:36:14,200 But it doesn't matter anymore. 799 01:36:16,800 --> 01:36:18,800 May God bless you too, Son. 800 01:36:22,000 --> 01:36:23,600 Be careful, okay? 801 01:36:35,520 --> 01:36:36,640 Come on. 802 01:36:38,280 --> 01:36:39,680 Come over and help. 803 01:36:41,840 --> 01:36:43,840 Come on. Hurry up. 804 01:36:45,000 --> 01:36:46,760 Quick. 805 01:36:46,840 --> 01:36:48,800 -Did you find a saddle? -Come on. 806 01:36:48,880 --> 01:36:51,280 Come, come. Go on. 807 01:36:53,520 --> 01:36:55,680 Why do Turks tie the horses' tails? 808 01:36:55,760 --> 01:36:57,000 Don't swing. Don't swing. 809 01:36:57,960 --> 01:36:59,280 Did you get supplies? 810 01:37:04,560 --> 01:37:08,640 Horses are our best friends on the battlefield. 811 01:37:11,040 --> 01:37:14,640 The moment we tie their tail both the rider and the horse 812 01:37:15,760 --> 01:37:18,000 know that they could be riding to their death. 813 01:39:43,880 --> 01:39:47,200 MALAZGIRT PLAIN 814 01:39:50,200 --> 01:39:55,920 My heroes, my brothers, there is only one sultan here. 815 01:39:56,000 --> 01:39:59,000 Almighty Allah. 816 01:39:59,080 --> 01:40:01,440 Divine order and destiny are in his hands. 817 01:40:02,040 --> 01:40:05,680 No matter how many forces they have, 818 01:40:06,600 --> 01:40:09,240 and regardless of how few we are, 819 01:40:10,120 --> 01:40:14,320 may this white robe be my shroud. 820 01:40:14,400 --> 01:40:20,160 Until the last drop of blood that flows through my veins, I shall fight for Allah. 821 01:40:20,800 --> 01:40:23,080 Soldiers, commanders, always remember 822 01:40:24,080 --> 01:40:29,160 we're protected by the benevolence of God in our fight against the infidels. 823 01:40:31,080 --> 01:40:37,160 We fight for Jesus Christ, our Lord, who sacrificed himself for us. 824 01:40:38,760 --> 01:40:40,360 Do not fear death! 825 01:40:40,880 --> 01:40:42,440 If we reach our goal, 826 01:40:42,520 --> 01:40:47,040 we will claim victory on our homeland. 827 01:40:47,880 --> 01:40:52,000 Otherwise, we will go to heaven to live alongside the prophet. 828 01:40:53,280 --> 01:40:57,720 You can either join me in jihad 829 01:40:57,800 --> 01:41:02,600 or you can go your own way and are free to go wherever you wish. 830 01:41:06,440 --> 01:41:10,200 There's room for us all in God's kingdom. 831 01:41:12,200 --> 01:41:16,880 The fate of all Christianity is on your shoulders! 832 01:41:18,360 --> 01:41:19,880 This day is the day of war. 833 01:41:19,960 --> 01:41:22,320 The day is the day of victory. 834 01:41:22,400 --> 01:41:25,280 Today is the day of martyrdom. 835 01:41:26,120 --> 01:41:28,920 The campaign is ours. The victory belongs to Allah! 836 01:41:29,000 --> 01:41:31,360 Praise Allah! Praise Allah! 837 01:41:41,120 --> 01:41:44,920 DAY 1 838 01:42:24,240 --> 01:42:27,320 Antonius, tell all the troops 839 01:42:28,480 --> 01:42:31,040 we will wait for the Turks to make the first move. 840 01:42:31,120 --> 01:42:32,760 At your service, sir. 841 01:42:33,920 --> 01:42:36,440 No one should leave their post without our command. 842 01:43:18,400 --> 01:43:22,160 DAY 2 843 01:43:43,760 --> 01:43:45,680 What do you think, my sultan? 844 01:43:45,760 --> 01:43:49,960 FRIDAY, AUGUST 26, 1071 845 01:43:52,600 --> 01:43:55,760 I'm wondering where I will bury all the Greeks, Suleiman. 846 01:44:07,800 --> 01:44:08,880 Suleiman, 847 01:44:10,440 --> 01:44:14,800 once they pull back, we will go in for attack. 848 01:44:15,640 --> 01:44:20,080 After battling for a while, I want them to retreat with haste. 849 01:44:21,200 --> 01:44:22,760 At your service, my sultan. 850 01:44:28,800 --> 01:44:30,400 Let's withdraw the army. 851 01:44:31,360 --> 01:44:33,280 Looks like they won't attack today. 852 01:44:46,880 --> 01:44:48,160 Horsemen! 853 01:45:22,800 --> 01:45:23,800 They're attacking. 854 01:45:32,880 --> 01:45:34,360 With 30 horses? 855 01:45:38,800 --> 01:45:40,080 What are they trying to do? 856 01:46:02,920 --> 01:46:04,680 They're escaping. They're escaping. 857 01:46:07,720 --> 01:46:09,320 -They're running. -They're running. 858 01:46:22,600 --> 01:46:23,880 Archers! 859 01:46:48,840 --> 01:46:50,720 Take cover. Be careful. 860 01:46:53,880 --> 01:46:58,080 Tell the Pechenegs to handle the archers. 861 01:46:58,160 --> 01:47:00,720 May our battles be blessed, brave ones. 862 01:47:01,880 --> 01:47:04,280 In the name of Allah! 863 01:47:20,360 --> 01:47:21,720 Oh, Allah! 864 01:49:22,920 --> 01:49:25,960 THE NIGHT BEFORE PECHENEG TRIBE 865 01:49:51,080 --> 01:49:53,080 Who are you? 866 01:49:59,200 --> 01:50:03,600 I'm an official of the Great Seljuk State, 867 01:50:04,640 --> 01:50:06,120 Sultan Alp-Arslan. 868 01:50:10,040 --> 01:50:11,320 I'm not going to kill you. 869 01:50:13,080 --> 01:50:14,840 We are of the same blood. 870 01:50:17,080 --> 01:50:19,120 I do not shed Turkish blood. 871 01:50:20,440 --> 01:50:21,560 Sure… 872 01:50:27,920 --> 01:50:33,280 but if our nation or our state 873 01:50:33,360 --> 01:50:35,800 are betrayed… 874 01:50:38,680 --> 01:50:40,800 know that I will be your death wish. 875 01:50:41,920 --> 01:50:45,480 You can fight tomorrow with this in mind. 876 01:51:23,560 --> 01:51:27,040 We've been betrayed. 877 01:52:46,840 --> 01:52:48,560 My brave son. 878 01:52:48,640 --> 01:52:50,000 -My brave son. -Father! 879 01:52:53,000 --> 01:52:54,360 Son. 880 01:52:55,760 --> 01:52:59,640 My son, my flesh, my blood. 881 01:52:59,720 --> 01:53:03,200 Father, am I a martyr? 882 01:53:07,000 --> 01:53:08,280 You are a martyr, my son. 883 01:53:12,760 --> 01:53:14,040 You are in heaven, Son. 884 01:53:16,440 --> 01:53:17,520 I am a martyr. 885 01:53:21,360 --> 01:53:22,720 You are martyred! 886 01:58:12,440 --> 01:58:16,400 Now it's time for Turks to seek justice. 887 01:58:53,280 --> 01:58:55,760 Praise Allah! Praise Allah! 888 01:59:18,360 --> 01:59:19,520 Untie his hands. 889 01:59:34,760 --> 01:59:37,200 You fought quite well, Commander. 890 01:59:38,240 --> 01:59:39,640 I congratulate you. 891 01:59:42,080 --> 01:59:43,760 You are a mighty emperor. 892 01:59:46,440 --> 01:59:48,440 Your belongings will be returned to you. 893 01:59:49,080 --> 01:59:51,040 Your reputation will be left intact. 894 01:59:53,040 --> 01:59:55,680 When war reparations are sent… 895 01:59:57,400 --> 02:00:01,600 you will be sent back to your capital safe and sound. 896 02:00:04,400 --> 02:00:06,240 Why are you treating me so kindly? 897 02:00:09,440 --> 02:00:14,120 If you were in my place, what would you do? 898 02:00:16,200 --> 02:00:17,400 Tie you to my horse, 899 02:00:18,720 --> 02:00:20,040 put you in a cage, 900 02:00:21,360 --> 02:00:24,440 and show you off as prisoner of war all across Byzantium. 901 02:00:47,800 --> 02:00:51,520 That's the difference between us. 902 02:01:55,920 --> 02:01:58,760 My heroes, my brothers… 903 02:02:00,920 --> 02:02:07,240 your blood was spilled in these lands, and your souls nourished this soil. 904 02:02:07,960 --> 02:02:10,320 With the entire world as my witness, 905 02:02:11,120 --> 02:02:16,800 tomorrow the sun will rise on this land and cast its light on the Turkish banner. 906 02:02:17,600 --> 02:02:21,160 I have brought you a homeland 907 02:02:22,040 --> 02:02:25,000 that will be yours forever. 908 02:02:31,600 --> 02:02:34,240 AFTER THE MALAZGIRT VICTORY ON AUGUST 26 909 02:02:34,320 --> 02:02:36,760 THE GATES OF ANATOLIA OPENED TO TURKS 910 02:02:36,840 --> 02:02:40,200 AND SULTAN ALP-ARSLAN WENT DOWN IN HISTORY 911 02:02:40,280 --> 02:02:43,880 AS THE CONQUEROR OF ANATOLIA. 912 02:02:43,960 --> 02:02:47,280 ON THAT DAY ANATOLIA BECAME THE HOMELAND FOR THE TURKS, 913 02:02:47,360 --> 02:02:50,080 AS WELL AS THE CENTER OF THE GREAT TURKIC EMPIRE. 914 02:03:04,480 --> 02:03:08,520 We are Alp-Arslan's soldiers of Baþbuð 915 02:03:08,600 --> 02:03:12,680 We are the sword of God on earth 916 02:03:12,760 --> 02:03:16,680 We didn't turn this way We won't look back 917 02:03:16,760 --> 02:03:20,800 We swore, with heaven and earth As our witness 918 02:03:20,880 --> 02:03:24,880 Oh, God, God Almighty 919 02:03:24,960 --> 02:03:28,920 Oh, God, God Almighty 920 02:03:41,480 --> 02:03:45,440 On this road The Gray Wolves will not tire 921 02:03:45,520 --> 02:03:49,480 Coyotes will not be allowed 922 02:03:49,560 --> 02:03:53,040 The sky will not collapse And the earth will not be shattered 923 02:03:53,640 --> 02:03:57,720 The rule of the world Belongs to the Turks 924 02:03:57,800 --> 02:04:01,840 Oh, God, God Almighty 925 02:04:01,920 --> 02:04:05,440 Oh, God, God Almighty 926 02:04:14,160 --> 02:04:18,320 Ozan Erhan sings Gray Wolves play the instruments 927 02:04:18,400 --> 02:04:21,760 You are the future of the nation Gray Wolves 928 02:04:22,400 --> 02:04:26,000 Martyrs, veterans We are Gray Wolves 929 02:04:26,560 --> 02:04:30,560 Hearts beat on for Kýzýlelma 930 02:04:30,640 --> 02:04:34,640 Oh, God, God Almighty 931 02:04:34,720 --> 02:04:38,320 Oh, God, God Almighty 932 02:04:49,520 --> 02:04:50,960 Our ancestor Metehan. 933 02:04:51,960 --> 02:04:54,920 Our ancestor Metehan Our homeland Turan 934 02:04:55,640 --> 02:04:58,360 We stand before Malazgirt, Alp-Arslan 935 02:04:59,360 --> 02:05:02,840 The moment we stamp Our Turkish seal on the world 936 02:05:02,920 --> 02:05:06,520 Let the angels descend In the name of Allah 937 02:05:06,600 --> 02:05:10,240 Oh, God, God Almighty 938 02:05:20,280 --> 02:05:21,480 Seven climates 939 02:05:22,200 --> 02:05:25,640 Seven climates, eight sky witnesses 940 02:05:27,680 --> 02:05:32,480 Crescent in the sky Tons of witnesses on the ground 941 02:05:33,600 --> 02:05:37,400 Witness us today, witness us yesterday 942 02:05:37,480 --> 02:05:40,680 Flowers bloomed on God's mountains 943 02:05:40,760 --> 02:05:43,720 Oh, God, God Almighty 944 02:05:43,800 --> 02:05:48,800 Subtitles by: Cigdem Akbay.