Which did Montezuma and Atahualpa have in common?

Montezuma II and Atahualpa were both leaders of powerful indigenous empires in the Americas, specifically the Aztec and Inca empires, respectively. They ruled during the time of European conquest, facing Spanish invaders led by Hernán Cortés and Francisco Pizarro. Both leaders experienced significant challenges to their authority and were ultimately captured and killed by the Spanish, marking pivotal moments in the colonization of the Americas. Additionally, they both represented rich cultural traditions and complex societies that were dramatically impacted by European contact.