Nikephoros Phokas (Νικηφόρος Φωκᾶς), Latinized as Nicephorus Phocas, Byzantine Emperor of the 10th Century known for his brilliant military mind and campaigns of Cilicia (Κιλικία), Crete (Κρήτη), and Cyprus (Κύπρος). He was given the title of, "Pale Death of the Saracens." He is also known for founding the Lavra monastery on Mount Athos alongside Saint Athanasios the Athonite.