As Romanos IV was pitching camp, large numbers of enemies appeared on the surrounding hills. The emperor had no time to fortify the camp or take rest, but, advanced, put them to flight, and returned to the camp. The next day he inspected the captives and ordered their execution, sparing nobody, not even their leader, who promised a hefty ransom and many Roman prisoners in exchange. The Romans spent three days in the camp, then moved on to the Euphrates