Usama and his uncle Sultan were travelling from Shayzar to Kafartab, when they were caught between the Franks of Kafartab and those of Apamea. Sultan divided his forces: he dealt with the threat from Apamea, while Usama, with a handful of men, convinced the Franks of Kafartab that he had many more, keeping them inactive. Sultan praised him for this trick, which was a vital part of their victory