Scenarios about 'Moctezuma II'

The fifth Aztec emperor who ruled from 1502 to 1520, known for initially receiving Spanish conquistador Hernán Cortés with diplomatic caution and gifts. Moctezuma's reign marked the height of Aztec imperial power before its rapid collapse, with his ambiguous relationship with Cortés and eventual death during the Spanish conquest representing a pivotal moment in the collision between Mesoamerican and European civilizations. In alternate history scenarios, his decisions and potential different responses to the Spanish arrival frequently serve as critical divergence points for reimagining the fate of indigenous American empires.