Byzantine Emperor

A Byzantine Emperor was the ruler of the Byzantine Empire, the eastern continuation of the Roman Empire, from 330 to 1453 CE. The emperor held supreme political, military, and religious authority, often seen as God's representative on Earth. They oversaw the empire's administration, military defenses, and corresponding with the Orthodox Christian Church. The Byzantine Emperor's role was both a secular and spiritual leader, maintaining the empire's stability, culture, and laws. Over time, their power was challenged by internal court politics and external threats, culminating in the fall of Constantinople in 1453.