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Leaders such as Raymond IV of Toulouse, Godfrey of Bouillon, and Bohemond of Taranto each contributed their own motivations and strengths to the Crusade. Their arrival in Constantinople posed significant logistical challenges for Emperor Alexios, who had requested troops but was faced with an overwhelming host of armed warriors whose loyalty was uncertain. However, Alexios adeptly utilized diplomacy, securing oaths of loyalty from the crusader leaders with promises of lands while tactically manipulating the unfolding events to his advantage.