Ernak

Ernak fought alongside his brother Dengizich at the Battle of Nedao against a coalition of Germanic tribes. Unlike his brother, Ernak survived the defeat and managed to lead a remnant of the Hun forces to safety, preserving a portion of the Hun population.

Ernak led a portion of the Hun population to settle in the Balkans, specifically in the region of Scythia Minor (modern-day Dobruja). This settlement was negotiated with the Eastern Roman Empire, allowing the Huns to integrate as foederati (allied tribes).

Ernak and his Huns served as foederati (allied troops) for the Eastern Roman Empire, providing military service in exchange for land and subsidies. This arrangement marked the transition of the Huns from conquerors to settled allies within the Roman system.

Ernak's Huns clashed with the Ostrogoths, who were expanding into the Balkans. The conflict resulted in a Hun defeat, forcing Ernak to accept Ostrogothic dominance in the region. This further reduced Hun political and military influence.