"End of Empire" is part of a series of AI artworks that reinterpret the Course of Empire by Thomas Cole. This piece highlights the vulnerability of human achievements when confronted with formidable natural disasters and self-imposed calamities. It offers a reflection on the transient nature of power, illustrating through both classical and modern architectural elements that all empires ultimately face their demise. The piece serves as a warning against the perils of unchecked ambition, excessive indulgence, and rampant destruction.