Phanias L. Lydikes enters the room, dusty as usual.

I just received a messenger with some very strange, very sad news. So, is it true?
Mardakou, Phanias' steward and Voice confirms that it is. Phanias stands shocked.
Basileus Sarpedon, my condolences for the loss of your father, and my condolences to your brothers as well. You've named me Kleronomos, why? Are none of your brothers qualified? If this is true, then I will take up the reins as needed, but it's highly unusual, is it not? May your reign as Basileus be at least as glorious as your father's was, if not greater. It seems to have gotten off to a good start. I heard you just captured Byzantion, congratulations. Well, back to business.

Mardakou, draft a letter confirming the acceptance of Mikithion as my aide, and ask him to make all haste to Alexandreia-Ariane, as the governance of that city will be his first assignment.