Leo II

Leo I proclaimed his grandson Leo II as co-emperor of the Eastern Roman Empire. This was done to secure the succession for the young boy, who was the son of Zeno and Ariadne. Leo II was only six years old at the time.

Upon the death of Leo I, Leo II became the sole Eastern Roman Emperor. Due to his young age, his father Zeno was appointed as regent and co-emperor shortly thereafter, effectively ruling in his stead.

Leo II died of a disease, likely natural causes, after a reign of less than a year. His death left Zeno as the sole emperor, ending the brief reign of the child emperor and preventing any long-term impact of his rule.