Chrysaphius Assassination Plot
The powerful court official Chrysaphius becomes involved in a plan to bribe Attila's associate Edeco to arrange the Hunnic king's assassination.
Historical events in 448
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Danube Frontier Cession
The Eastern Romans agree to leave a broad belt of territory south of the Danube under Hunnic control, creating a wider buffer between Attila's realm and imperial defenses.
Embassy of Edeco and Orestes
Attila sends Edeco and Orestes to Constantinople with demands concerning fugitives, disputed frontier lands, and the implementation of the latest peace terms.
Naissus Frontier Market
Attila requires the principal frontier market to be moved away from the Danube to the ruined city of Naissus, tightening Hunnic control over cross-border contact.
Peace of Anatolius
Eastern Roman negotiators led by Anatolius reach a new settlement with Attila after the destructive 447 campaign, bringing the immediate fighting to an end.
Ultimatum over Fugitives
Attila warns the Eastern Roman government that renewed war may follow unless Hunnic fugitives are surrendered and Roman activity on contested frontier land is halted.