Emperor Valentinian II, a ruler during the later years of the Roman Empire, faced considerable challenges during his reign, including internal strife and external threats. On May 15, 392, he was discovered hanging in his residence in Vienne as he was poised to lead an army against the Frankish usurper Arbogast. The circumstances surrounding his death raised numerous questions, particularly concerning the loyalties of those close to him. It is reported that Valentinian II had recently resumed his attempts to reassert power and confront the threat posed by Arbogast, who had declared himself ruler and threatened the stability of the region. The nature of his demise sparked rumors of a conspiracy, indicating deeper political unrest within the Empire.His assassination marked a pivotal moment in the power struggles of the time and demonstrated the ongoing disintegration of effective imperial authority. Valentinian II's death had immediate ramifications for the leadership of the Western Roman Empire, further complicating the already fragile political landscape. In the wake of his assassination, a power vacuum emerged, leading to increased conflicts between various factions, including the usurpers in Gaul and the other regional leaders asserting dominance over the fragmented Empire.