Legacy of Attila's Actions in the Hunnic Empire

Attila's death led to the collapse of the Hunnic Empire due to internal conflicts. Before his death, Attila weakened the empire's structures, favoring the western half over the traditionally more powerful eastern half. The rebellion he faced while alive from the Akkaziri Huns in the east and conflicts with subject peoples like the Gepids and Ostrogoths exacerbated the situation post his demise. These subject peoples, despite seeking power, were heavily influenced by the Huns' practices, leading to a homogenization of material culture. The emergence of new leaders post Attila's death, who were either Huns or mimicked their practices, showcases the lasting impact of Attila's reign on the Empire's future.