Context
Leto II begins the path to the God Emperor in 10221 AG.
Live Countdown
Want to see a live countdown to this event? Use the main Sci-Fi Countdown app and select this entry.
Historical Record
By 10221 a consolidation of authority unfolds. Court bulletins describe an unprecedented assumption of responsibility paired with declarations about the long view of human survival. The language is spare, the ceremonies austere, and the implications enormous: ministries, militias, and markets are instructed to align with a program that measures success not in years but in centuries.
Historians treat the ascension as a pivot from charismatic rule to strategic custodianship. The public file avoids private mechanics and focuses on policy: travel constraints, ecological stewardship, and a doctrine that prizes foresight over comfort. Whether one applauds or fears the move, the record agrees on this much—the era defines planning at a scale the Imperium has never attempted.
Related
When does Children of Dune take place? (10219 AG) — Timeline
When does the God Emperor’s reign end in Dune? (13725 AG) — Timeline
FAQ
Q: When does Leto II become the God Emperor in Dune?
A: Leto II becomes the God Emperor in Dune happens in 10221 AG .