Among the lords of the south, the Counts of Cinarca soon gained preeminence. Soon after 1000, at a central location in the valley of Morosaglia, a sort of national diet or assembly was held with the intent of establishing peace and the rule of law over the whole island. The movement for peace, reminiscent of the contemporary Peace and Truce of God movements in Languedoc, was headed by Sambucuccio, lord of Alando.
The Counts of Cinarca soon became the most powerful lords in the south. In 1000, a gathering of national leaders took place at Morosaglia to promote peace and establish law throughout the island. This movement for peace was inspired by similar movements in Languedoc and was led by Sambucuccio, lord of Alando.