Need help with Theodosian Borders and General Norse Rome advice
So I'm playing Haesteinn and I wanted some advice on the order which i reclaim land. I wanna take all the byzantium decisions i can and eventually form Rome. Perhaps an Astaru reform is wise, itll take a lotta resources and time though.
I only get 1 invade kindom casus beli and I'm unreformed astaru for now so i dont have holy wars. My gut says I take a bite of the Abbassids and secure Syria. But then theres also bulgaria and Tulunid.
I've also refrained from going administrative for now as im inexperienced with that government type and succession seems easier to manage till i have the required borders.
In terms of culture im thinking of hybriding with greek to make varangian culture. So ill take Imperial tagmata, Roman Ceremonies, Palace politics, Performative honour and Northen Stories. My gut also stays go with Bellicose for now but Bureacratic is tempting.
Any advice on to what extent i play tall/wide, government choice will be greatly appreciated. Thanks guys.