Episode 6

Ostrogothic Kingdom: Ildibad & Eraric

Welcome to the court of Ildibad the Savior, King of the Ostrogoths.

Upon taking the throne in 540, Ildibad had to grapple with the challenge of restoring his kingdom despite only having two cities left which were encircled by Roman territories. Find out how he capitalized on the Eastern Roman Emperor Justinian’s arrogance in order to save the Ostrogothic Kingdom from utter destruction. Stay until the end to hear about one of the craziest deeds a monarch has attempted!

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