Koppány was a significant figure in early Hungarian history, known for his role as a nobleman and a leader during the period of the Hungarian conquest of the Carpathian Basin. He is often associated with the struggle for power following the death of the first Hungarian king, István I, who established Christianity in Hungary. Koppány opposed the Christianization efforts and sought to maintain the traditional pagan beliefs. His conflict with István I culminated in a battle for the throne, where Koppány was ultimately defeated. This defeat marked a pivotal moment in the consolidation of Christian rule in Hungary, leading to the establishment of a more unified state under István I's leadership. Koppány's legacy is often viewed through the lens of the clash between paganism and Christianity in early Hungarian society.