I see your points. I still think we'd be strategically better off if the Caesar was fully supplied and closer to Ceaserea with his army.

I am still of the opinion that the problems of taking and holding Tbilisi far outweigh the benefits. If there wasn't a Jihad, I would still be concerned by the situation, but not nearly as much as I am now.

Plus, contrary to what some of you might believe about me, I actually don't want the Caesar to get ill. I've been cursed with this dreaded illness for decades and I wouldn't wish the experience on anyone.