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Attila the Hun: The Barbarian with Simple Tastes

Similarly, Attila the Hun, notorious for his ruthless raids across Europe, was also a figure synonymous with immense wealth and power. Historical accounts reveal that despite his position as a formidable warlord and a principal threat to the Roman Empire, Attila's tastes were starkly unpretentious. When Priscus, an envoy of the Eastern Roman Emperor, dined with him, he found that a lavish meal had been prepared for the guests, yet Attila himself opted for meat served on a simple wooden trencher. This choice presents a stark contrast to the opulence expected of someone of his stature.