1 00:00:00,918 --> 00:00:05,046 lt is a heavy thing to see a father, so strong in life, 2 00:00:05,130 --> 00:00:06,672 unable to rise. 3 00:00:06,799 --> 00:00:09,008 The weight of it keenly felt. 4 00:00:09,551 --> 00:00:11,302 Titus was much loved by this city. 5 00:00:12,805 --> 00:00:15,098 Hold comfort in the knowledge. 6 00:00:23,190 --> 00:00:25,900 The magistrate himself pays respects? 7 00:00:25,984 --> 00:00:28,069 lt's a great honour. 8 00:00:28,153 --> 00:00:29,612 For my father. 9 00:00:31,115 --> 00:00:33,199 Years l wished for blistering tongue to cool, 10 00:00:33,283 --> 00:00:36,202 only to long for it to scorch ear once more. 11 00:00:38,038 --> 00:00:40,915 l know you did not wish him gone in such a manner. 12 00:00:41,417 --> 00:00:44,168 Nor did l, despite our many differences, 13 00:00:45,838 --> 00:00:47,964 and yet the gods have willed it. 14 00:00:48,215 --> 00:00:50,842 The gods had no fucking hand in this. 15 00:00:51,510 --> 00:00:53,970 Tullius alone inflicts injury. 16 00:00:55,597 --> 00:00:57,849 And how shall it be answered? 17 00:00:58,600 --> 00:00:59,851 Apologies. 18 00:01:00,018 --> 00:01:02,437 Unwelcome guest makes appearance. 19 00:01:06,650 --> 00:01:07,942 Vettius. 20 00:01:09,862 --> 00:01:11,946 Temper emotion, and greet him with measured voice. 21 00:01:12,030 --> 00:01:13,948 lt would serve no purpose to have confrontation here 22 00:01:14,032 --> 00:01:16,117 in front of the magistrate. 23 00:01:16,535 --> 00:01:18,119 Good Batiatus. 24 00:01:18,871 --> 00:01:21,873 My sympathies for the passing of your father. 25 00:01:22,416 --> 00:01:25,626 A titan, standing far above all who follow. 26 00:01:25,836 --> 00:01:27,795 You come absent Tullius? l thought nothing could keep the man 27 00:01:27,880 --> 00:01:29,714 from observance of such a tragedy. 28 00:01:29,840 --> 00:01:33,009 Well, he confers with dignitaries from Antioch. 29 00:01:33,218 --> 00:01:34,427 Antioch? 30 00:01:34,511 --> 00:01:37,513 He is engaged in business there, to the further glory of the Republic. 31 00:01:38,223 --> 00:01:41,017 He sends his regrets that he could not be present. 32 00:01:41,310 --> 00:01:43,394 And a reminder 33 00:01:43,729 --> 00:01:47,482 that a bargain was struck with your father before he passed, 34 00:01:47,566 --> 00:01:49,525 concerning the sale of Gannicus. 35 00:01:50,068 --> 00:01:53,112 You dare broach subject on such a fucking day? 36 00:01:53,989 --> 00:01:57,408 We have respectfully waited for eight of them to pass. 37 00:01:58,660 --> 00:02:01,579 Your period of mourning comes to conclusion. 38 00:02:01,997 --> 00:02:03,498 Tomorrow the sun greets a ninth day, 39 00:02:03,582 --> 00:02:06,417 and with it we expect delivery of Gannicus. 40 00:02:07,002 --> 00:02:09,921 Turn desire to piss and shit, 41 00:02:10,005 --> 00:02:12,381 and see yourself well satisfied. 42 00:02:12,466 --> 00:02:14,175 Then Tullius will be forced to withdraw offer 43 00:02:14,259 --> 00:02:15,885 to include your men in the opening games 44 00:02:15,969 --> 00:02:17,220 of the new arena. 45 00:02:17,888 --> 00:02:19,805 And all that follow. 46 00:02:32,694 --> 00:02:35,196 Titus condemns all brothers to the mines. 47 00:02:35,280 --> 00:02:36,781 Now we fucking honour him? 48 00:02:38,158 --> 00:02:41,661 He was the Dominus of this house, and deserves no less. 49 00:02:42,621 --> 00:02:45,039 Spoken as a true champion. 50 00:03:12,609 --> 00:03:13,943 Apologies. 51 00:03:14,987 --> 00:03:16,988 Batiatus summons the men. 52 00:03:27,916 --> 00:03:30,751 You will see her ashes beneath the ground? 53 00:03:31,670 --> 00:03:33,671 As is her people's custom. 54 00:03:35,173 --> 00:03:37,049 l did not know of them. 55 00:03:37,843 --> 00:03:41,512 There are many things that l did not pause to ask of her. 56 00:03:42,264 --> 00:03:44,807 Now l am but filled with questions. 57 00:03:45,100 --> 00:03:48,519 Speak of her in quiet moments and see them answered. 58 00:03:51,815 --> 00:03:53,190 Oenomaus? 59 00:03:57,446 --> 00:03:59,572 She was the rarest of women. 60 00:04:01,158 --> 00:04:04,577 A flower of beauty and compassion, in a world full of shit. 61 00:04:06,830 --> 00:04:07,955 l would assume her place, 62 00:04:08,040 --> 00:04:10,875 so that her laugh may once again fill solemn air. 63 00:04:11,668 --> 00:04:13,377 She would not wish it. 64 00:04:16,340 --> 00:04:17,465 She loved you. 65 00:04:20,510 --> 00:04:21,969 As a brother. 66 00:04:24,056 --> 00:04:25,598 As l loved her. 67 00:04:30,520 --> 00:04:34,065 We stand upon sacred ground watered with tears of blood. 68 00:04:35,192 --> 00:04:38,944 Words l have often heard in my youth by my father 69 00:04:40,155 --> 00:04:42,198 and his father before him. 70 00:04:43,241 --> 00:04:45,826 Yet only now do l truly understand them. 71 00:04:47,079 --> 00:04:52,541 We've all felt the bitter sting of loss, yet here we stand. 72 00:04:54,586 --> 00:04:57,004 We have known the agony of heart ripped 73 00:04:57,089 --> 00:04:59,256 yet beating from sundered chest. 74 00:04:59,466 --> 00:05:02,385 And yet here we stand. 75 00:05:03,762 --> 00:05:07,139 The House of Batiatus is no stranger to misfortune, 76 00:05:07,766 --> 00:05:09,850 to the cruel whims of the gods, 77 00:05:09,935 --> 00:05:12,436 and base men who would position themselves as such. 78 00:05:12,604 --> 00:05:15,106 And yet here we stand ! 79 00:05:18,443 --> 00:05:21,654 This house is built atop unshakable foundations 80 00:05:22,739 --> 00:05:24,615 of honour and respect. 81 00:05:26,493 --> 00:05:29,370 And in no man were these qualities more evident 82 00:05:29,496 --> 00:05:31,706 than Titus Lentulus Batiatus. 83 00:05:33,667 --> 00:05:35,584 l will laud my father's memory 84 00:05:35,669 --> 00:05:38,546 by seeing the House of Batiatus elevated 85 00:05:38,630 --> 00:05:41,257 beyond the imaginings of my ancestors. 86 00:05:41,800 --> 00:05:44,468 l will need all of you to see it done. 87 00:05:44,636 --> 00:05:47,138 Men of hard purpose and desire, 88 00:05:48,181 --> 00:05:50,975 let previous decisions fall aside. 89 00:05:52,477 --> 00:05:53,936 None of you will be sent to the mines, 90 00:05:54,020 --> 00:05:55,938 regardless of standing ! 91 00:06:02,362 --> 00:06:04,572 The sun has set on an era. 92 00:06:05,449 --> 00:06:09,118 Let us celebrate the name Titus Lentulus Batiatus 93 00:06:09,619 --> 00:06:11,912 with drink and the clash of swords 94 00:06:11,997 --> 00:06:14,498 to carry my father to the afterlife! 95 00:06:20,005 --> 00:06:21,505 Take position ! 96 00:06:24,760 --> 00:06:26,385 Will you fight your man to conclusion, 97 00:06:26,470 --> 00:06:28,888 or drop your defence and allow for hollow victory, 98 00:06:28,972 --> 00:06:31,182 as you did with me before Titus? 99 00:06:31,266 --> 00:06:33,017 You are champion now. 100 00:06:33,101 --> 00:06:35,019 Do not broach fucking subject again. 101 00:06:36,354 --> 00:06:38,189 Spill blood upon the sands, 102 00:06:38,273 --> 00:06:43,194 but live to one day die with glory and honour in the arena! 103 00:07:05,926 --> 00:07:07,009 Begin ! 104 00:07:49,594 --> 00:07:51,595 This is all that remains. 105 00:07:52,472 --> 00:07:55,307 When the smoke clears and the embers die, 106 00:07:57,435 --> 00:07:59,687 the sum total of a man's life. 107 00:08:05,861 --> 00:08:08,946 This was my father's last act before his death. 108 00:08:10,949 --> 00:08:13,284 A bill of sale, transferring your ownership. 109 00:08:14,870 --> 00:08:16,370 The cause that moved you to seek audience 110 00:08:16,454 --> 00:08:18,205 on the day l watched my father burn? 111 00:08:18,456 --> 00:08:21,375 Apologies, Dominus. l could wait no longer. 112 00:08:24,504 --> 00:08:27,631 We again find ourselves in unpleasant position. 113 00:08:29,467 --> 00:08:31,927 To honour my father's wishes sees you fall to control 114 00:08:32,012 --> 00:08:33,470 of a man most hated. 115 00:08:33,555 --> 00:08:36,891 To defy them sees this house forever excluded from the new arena. 116 00:08:36,975 --> 00:08:38,851 A cock in the ass from either direction. 117 00:08:41,438 --> 00:08:45,149 Speak, and give reason to see this join my father's ashes. 118 00:08:45,275 --> 00:08:47,651 l have no words towards such end. 119 00:08:48,153 --> 00:08:49,987 l come to see agreement honoured. 120 00:08:52,574 --> 00:08:55,868 -You wish to leave this house? -l wish to see blood. 121 00:08:56,661 --> 00:08:58,329 See me delivered to Tullius' care, 122 00:08:58,413 --> 00:09:01,206 and l will see his life for your father's. 123 00:09:02,083 --> 00:09:03,709 A noble offer. 124 00:09:04,169 --> 00:09:07,796 Yet l fear your life would be forfeit in such attempt. 125 00:09:08,506 --> 00:09:10,257 A small price to pay. 126 00:09:12,677 --> 00:09:15,429 My father never aimed a favoured word towards you, 127 00:09:15,513 --> 00:09:18,974 yet you entreat to be the instrument of his vengeance. 128 00:09:20,060 --> 00:09:21,852 Or is it another you seek it for? 129 00:09:26,232 --> 00:09:28,901 You would sacrifice your life in the memory of hers? 130 00:09:29,110 --> 00:09:32,196 l would sacrifice a thousand if l but had them. 131 00:09:33,448 --> 00:09:35,491 lf you had such stirrings for Melitta, 132 00:09:35,617 --> 00:09:39,536 why did you not fight harder in the contest before my father? 133 00:09:39,704 --> 00:09:41,538 You could have taken Crixus, and remained here, 134 00:09:41,623 --> 00:09:43,415 close to your heart's desires. 135 00:09:43,500 --> 00:09:45,584 The match was lost before sword was ever raised. 136 00:09:45,669 --> 00:09:47,878 The same can be said for your plans against Tullius. 137 00:09:48,046 --> 00:09:50,130 He is forever surrounded not only by his own men, 138 00:09:50,215 --> 00:09:52,383 but by good citizens who would quickly come to the aid 139 00:09:52,467 --> 00:09:53,842 of such a noble Roman. 140 00:09:53,927 --> 00:09:55,552 Then they too shall fall. 141 00:09:55,637 --> 00:09:56,887 You do not fucking think! 142 00:09:56,972 --> 00:10:00,891 This grants ownership to Tullius' lapdog Vettius. 143 00:10:01,726 --> 00:10:03,811 You would be sent to the boy's ludus in fucking Nola. 144 00:10:03,895 --> 00:10:06,897 A year could pass before you find yourself close enough to Tullius. 145 00:10:06,982 --> 00:10:09,650 l would suffer a lifetime but to have the chance to strike. 146 00:10:09,734 --> 00:10:12,528 This house would be the one that suffers! 147 00:10:12,862 --> 00:10:15,572 A year of the greatest gladiator in the Republic 148 00:10:15,657 --> 00:10:17,324 fighting for those shits! 149 00:10:17,409 --> 00:10:21,412 A year of you needing to win each fight against my fucking men 150 00:10:22,455 --> 00:10:25,666 in the hopes of gaining an audience with Tullius. 151 00:10:26,793 --> 00:10:29,420 Will he not wish to see the man he has fought so hard to gain, 152 00:10:29,504 --> 00:10:32,381 -when so delivered? -ln chains, absent weapons. 153 00:10:32,465 --> 00:10:34,591 Then l will use my hands! 154 00:10:35,677 --> 00:10:37,803 Your desires are well noted. 155 00:10:38,930 --> 00:10:42,391 l will weigh argument, and come to an answer in the balance. 156 00:10:44,477 --> 00:10:45,728 Dominus. 157 00:10:52,485 --> 00:10:54,111 Fetch more wine. 158 00:10:55,989 --> 00:10:57,990 Vettius' appearance was ill-timed. 159 00:10:58,450 --> 00:11:00,909 He is a dog, untrained where not to shit. 160 00:11:01,286 --> 00:11:04,204 The hand that grips his leash is of greater concern. 161 00:11:04,289 --> 00:11:07,082 Has Quintus voiced thought towards Tullius? 162 00:11:07,167 --> 00:11:08,417 He has not. 163 00:11:09,753 --> 00:11:13,922 Yet what would any of us do to see the death of one so loved avenged? 164 00:11:14,424 --> 00:11:16,633 The very heart of my concern. 165 00:11:16,760 --> 00:11:19,595 To take action against Tullius is to invite mortal consequence. 166 00:11:19,679 --> 00:11:21,597 He has made repeated attacks against this house. 167 00:11:21,681 --> 00:11:24,641 -You would have us do nothing? -l would have you live. 168 00:11:25,393 --> 00:11:28,937 lf the situation with Tullius turns to further disadvantage, 169 00:11:29,022 --> 00:11:31,648 know that you may always seek refuge beneath my roof. 170 00:11:35,653 --> 00:11:36,820 As a friend. 171 00:11:37,072 --> 00:11:38,822 Where is the fucking wine? 172 00:11:38,907 --> 00:11:40,657 Naevia brings more. 173 00:11:41,951 --> 00:11:43,118 l should take my leave. 174 00:11:43,203 --> 00:11:45,621 No, stay. l would have your counsel. 175 00:11:45,705 --> 00:11:48,332 Gannicus presses to honour terms towards his sale. 176 00:11:48,416 --> 00:11:51,251 -Then the matter is resolved. -Fuck resolution. 177 00:11:51,336 --> 00:11:53,462 The man only desires close proximity to Tullius, 178 00:11:53,546 --> 00:11:55,297 and the villain's throat beneath his hands. 179 00:11:55,381 --> 00:11:58,884 He would kill Tullius for us? Do you believe it possible? 180 00:11:59,177 --> 00:12:00,969 You speak of madness! 181 00:12:01,096 --> 00:12:03,430 Tullius is far too cautious to ever lower guard. 182 00:12:04,015 --> 00:12:07,017 Especially in the presence of a man loyal to the House of Batiatus. 183 00:12:07,268 --> 00:12:09,770 And what would brave Solonius do in my fucking position? 184 00:12:09,854 --> 00:12:11,897 Turn blind eye towards the murder of his father? 185 00:12:12,232 --> 00:12:14,733 He would be certain to strike appropriate target. 186 00:12:15,735 --> 00:12:17,820 What if Tullius had no hand in this? 187 00:12:17,904 --> 00:12:20,030 His gift of wine was tainted with death. 188 00:12:20,115 --> 00:12:21,990 But was it by Tullius' hand? 189 00:12:22,075 --> 00:12:24,034 Or another moved by equal grievance? 190 00:12:24,619 --> 00:12:26,870 What if Vettius is the true cause of this? 191 00:12:27,038 --> 00:12:29,123 The boy's hatred for you is well known. 192 00:12:30,375 --> 00:12:31,875 You are right. 193 00:12:32,043 --> 00:12:34,711 Vengeance would stand a hollow vessel were it not filled with retribution 194 00:12:34,796 --> 00:12:36,672 against all who have injured this house. 195 00:12:36,756 --> 00:12:38,257 lncluding young Vettius. 196 00:12:38,341 --> 00:12:40,968 -You twist my intention ! -He but straightens purpose. 197 00:12:41,052 --> 00:12:43,428 ls this not what set tragedy in motion? 198 00:12:43,513 --> 00:12:45,222 Arrogance and impatience? 199 00:12:45,306 --> 00:12:46,807 You are forever reaching beyond grasp, 200 00:12:46,891 --> 00:12:48,809 and dragging those beside you as you fall. 201 00:12:48,893 --> 00:12:50,477 And you have never had the stomach to do what it takes 202 00:12:50,562 --> 00:12:52,229 to make a fucking name in this world ! 203 00:12:52,313 --> 00:12:54,439 Good Solonius, forever bowing and scraping 204 00:12:54,524 --> 00:12:56,150 in the shit of his betters. 205 00:12:56,234 --> 00:12:58,152 ls it any wonder no woman would have you? 206 00:12:59,070 --> 00:13:01,446 Emotion carries us beyond reason. 207 00:13:02,115 --> 00:13:03,907 Solonius has been as a brother to us. 208 00:13:05,910 --> 00:13:09,204 lt has been a trying day in a long succession of many. 209 00:13:09,330 --> 00:13:10,581 Apologies. 210 00:13:11,791 --> 00:13:13,834 l have asked much of our friendship, with little reward. 211 00:13:13,918 --> 00:13:17,421 Yet l must seek more, 212 00:13:17,505 --> 00:13:20,883 if we are to see injuries against our house redressed. 213 00:13:24,596 --> 00:13:26,054 What are your thoughts? 214 00:13:27,056 --> 00:13:28,682 They yet stand clouded. 215 00:13:28,766 --> 00:13:32,227 Come, let us put our minds together, and see them cleared. 216 00:13:53,458 --> 00:13:55,792 This mark carries great honour. 217 00:13:57,462 --> 00:13:59,796 And even greater responsibility. 218 00:14:01,090 --> 00:14:03,800 Melitta held many years as my body slave 219 00:14:06,763 --> 00:14:09,806 and shall be missed beyond the measure of words. 220 00:14:13,728 --> 00:14:16,271 l expect equal loyalty from you now. 221 00:14:17,649 --> 00:14:21,109 You are always to stand by my side, never to leave it. 222 00:14:21,611 --> 00:14:23,987 Or this house, as Diona chose. 223 00:14:25,907 --> 00:14:28,116 l understand why she fled. 224 00:14:29,869 --> 00:14:32,079 lt was an unfortunate thing to be so used by men 225 00:14:32,163 --> 00:14:34,081 for base entertainment. 226 00:14:34,958 --> 00:14:37,542 l understand it, yet cannot forgive. 227 00:14:39,504 --> 00:14:40,879 Yes, Domina. 228 00:14:42,757 --> 00:14:44,216 What l can do 229 00:14:46,052 --> 00:14:51,139 is make promise that no one will ever lay hands upon you for sport. 230 00:14:52,517 --> 00:14:54,851 Your maidenhood will be preserved as a precious gift, 231 00:14:54,936 --> 00:14:56,979 and given only to the most worthy, 232 00:14:57,063 --> 00:14:59,356 as Melitta was given to Oenomaus. 233 00:15:09,284 --> 00:15:10,450 There. 234 00:15:11,911 --> 00:15:14,329 We are forever bound to each other. 235 00:15:14,914 --> 00:15:18,625 Bring oil and a sharpened blade. l would be rid of this fucking beard. 236 00:15:19,043 --> 00:15:20,085 Solonius? 237 00:15:20,169 --> 00:15:22,504 His courage hardened, and hands set to task. 238 00:15:22,588 --> 00:15:24,715 Then you have come to decision. 239 00:15:24,799 --> 00:15:26,883 One that not even good Tullius will see coming. 240 00:15:26,968 --> 00:15:28,844 Gather my father's ashes, and tell Oenomaus 241 00:15:28,928 --> 00:15:31,596 to prepare Gannicus to leave these walls. 242 00:15:42,066 --> 00:15:44,359 Batiatus again spits in my face? 243 00:15:44,444 --> 00:15:46,403 News absent surprise. 244 00:15:46,904 --> 00:15:50,157 A snake by nature favours manoeuvring upon its belly. 245 00:15:50,283 --> 00:15:52,784 l would stand upright among honourable men. 246 00:15:55,705 --> 00:15:57,581 Where does he take Gannicus? 247 00:15:57,665 --> 00:16:01,501 Batiatus sent me to secure sale to the Syrian trader Galeagra. 248 00:16:01,919 --> 00:16:03,754 By morning, Gannicus will be on a ship 249 00:16:03,838 --> 00:16:05,839 sailing towards points unknown, 250 00:16:06,007 --> 00:16:07,758 forever beyond your reach. 251 00:16:09,093 --> 00:16:11,178 You aided Batiatus in this? 252 00:16:11,637 --> 00:16:15,515 l have known the man for many years. l was conflicted. 253 00:16:15,933 --> 00:16:16,933 As am l. 254 00:16:18,895 --> 00:16:21,938 On whether to strip flesh from your fucking face! 255 00:16:22,023 --> 00:16:23,607 Wait! l came to you with this. 256 00:16:23,691 --> 00:16:24,983 After the fact. 257 00:16:25,068 --> 00:16:29,071 There is still time. He meets the Syrian at the edge of the city. 258 00:16:32,742 --> 00:16:34,284 Gather the men. 259 00:16:35,578 --> 00:16:38,705 l cannot believe even Batiatus so thick, 260 00:16:38,790 --> 00:16:40,957 as to imagine concealing such an act. 261 00:16:41,125 --> 00:16:44,211 He will spin story of Gannicus escaping 262 00:16:44,837 --> 00:16:47,964 to perhaps follow his slave girl Diona, who recently went to foot. 263 00:16:48,049 --> 00:16:51,218 He thinks me the fool to accept the tale? 264 00:16:51,469 --> 00:16:53,470 Batiatus knows you will summon him to meeting 265 00:16:53,554 --> 00:16:54,888 to discuss the matter. 266 00:16:54,972 --> 00:16:57,641 He lays plans to see much coin in your men's hands. 267 00:16:57,725 --> 00:17:01,812 Payment in aid against your life when he stands before you. 268 00:17:03,439 --> 00:17:04,940 The fucking cock on him. 269 00:17:09,070 --> 00:17:12,739 Batiatus has always thought himself above those around him. 270 00:17:13,116 --> 00:17:14,866 Even closest friend. 271 00:17:17,161 --> 00:17:19,454 l shall prove the notion false. 272 00:17:20,665 --> 00:17:23,500 And see fucking son join his father. 273 00:17:40,893 --> 00:17:42,436 Where are they? 274 00:17:42,937 --> 00:17:45,355 -l'll search ahead. -Stay where you are. 275 00:17:45,440 --> 00:17:47,732 l will not have you from my fucking side. 276 00:17:47,859 --> 00:17:51,361 lf you had sold me to Tullius, no one else's life would be at risk. 277 00:17:51,446 --> 00:17:53,780 With great risk comes great reward. 278 00:17:53,865 --> 00:17:55,198 And l would have mine. 279 00:17:57,702 --> 00:17:59,453 The Syrians arrive. 280 00:18:07,670 --> 00:18:10,505 l grow weary of these games, Batiatus. 281 00:18:12,508 --> 00:18:14,885 And would see them to bitter end. 282 00:18:15,720 --> 00:18:17,095 As would l. 283 00:18:31,569 --> 00:18:35,864 Come, let us embrace, you fucking cunt. 284 00:19:12,693 --> 00:19:13,944 Ashur! 285 00:19:16,572 --> 00:19:18,448 Fucking kill him, Barca! 286 00:19:27,124 --> 00:19:29,084 Fuck you, you fucking shit! 287 00:19:29,252 --> 00:19:30,460 You fuck! 288 00:19:44,225 --> 00:19:45,600 Wait, hold ! 289 00:19:46,686 --> 00:19:48,019 l said hold ! 290 00:19:53,484 --> 00:19:56,403 Such a death would be far too quick. 291 00:19:59,323 --> 00:20:00,574 Bind him. 292 00:20:09,333 --> 00:20:10,542 And you. 293 00:20:14,380 --> 00:20:17,382 You played your part to fucking perfection ! 294 00:20:19,468 --> 00:20:21,219 lt was not difficult. 295 00:20:21,304 --> 00:20:23,513 When passion for vengeance overtakes caution, 296 00:20:23,598 --> 00:20:26,141 even the keenest of minds is easily deceived. 297 00:20:26,225 --> 00:20:28,351 Modest to the fucking last. 298 00:20:28,769 --> 00:20:31,855 See these bodies put to grass and get yourself to the Medicus. 299 00:20:31,939 --> 00:20:35,150 -You're sure to your purpose? -My path has never been clearer. 300 00:20:37,862 --> 00:20:39,321 Good Tullius. 301 00:20:42,074 --> 00:20:44,034 Let us have final words, 302 00:20:44,243 --> 00:20:46,286 before you depart this life. 303 00:20:56,130 --> 00:20:58,048 The lamb finally wakes. 304 00:21:00,259 --> 00:21:01,760 Calm yourself. 305 00:21:01,886 --> 00:21:03,595 l merely wish to break words. 306 00:21:05,681 --> 00:21:08,975 Seek to raise alarm, and find throat slit well in advance of aid. 307 00:21:09,060 --> 00:21:10,602 We are clear? 308 00:21:16,359 --> 00:21:18,026 You are fucking dead. 309 00:21:18,110 --> 00:21:21,488 Threats absent form without Tullius to support them. 310 00:21:22,698 --> 00:21:23,948 What have you done to him? 311 00:21:24,408 --> 00:21:26,576 Not me. l have done nothing. 312 00:21:27,578 --> 00:21:30,747 ln all of this, l have never known quarrel with good Tullius. 313 00:21:30,915 --> 00:21:34,376 Yet Batiatus, he is of a contrary nature. 314 00:21:35,086 --> 00:21:39,381 And moves even as we speak to end his conflict with your man. Forever. 315 00:21:40,257 --> 00:21:42,509 The opening of the arena is upon us. 316 00:21:42,593 --> 00:21:44,177 Tullius' absence will be noted 317 00:21:44,303 --> 00:21:46,680 and your part in it quick upon heel. 318 00:21:46,764 --> 00:21:48,348 You are mistaken. 319 00:21:48,432 --> 00:21:51,267 No one will suspect Tullius has left this world. 320 00:21:51,394 --> 00:21:53,436 Not when trusted Vettius heralds news 321 00:21:53,521 --> 00:21:56,272 that he has unexpectedly set sail abroad 322 00:21:56,440 --> 00:21:59,025 to attend pressing matters in Antioch. 323 00:21:59,110 --> 00:22:02,153 What would move tongue to voice such fucking lie? 324 00:22:02,488 --> 00:22:05,573 lt would more easily form words to see you and Batiatus 325 00:22:05,658 --> 00:22:07,659 executed for your crimes. 326 00:22:07,868 --> 00:22:09,869 Based upon what evidence? 327 00:22:10,204 --> 00:22:12,997 We were not found knife in hand, kneeling beside body. 328 00:22:13,124 --> 00:22:17,293 A body which even now Batiatus conceals beyond reach of human eyes. 329 00:22:18,129 --> 00:22:21,381 No, my concern rests with your safety. 330 00:22:23,968 --> 00:22:26,803 Attempt to raise unwarranted suspicion, 331 00:22:27,179 --> 00:22:30,223 and Batiatus would be sure to take offence. 332 00:22:30,474 --> 00:22:33,226 And without Tullius to protect you. . . 333 00:22:37,523 --> 00:22:39,399 Youth finally matures. 334 00:22:41,110 --> 00:22:44,487 Now we have settled issue, let us turn to other matters 335 00:22:44,655 --> 00:22:46,656 of a more personal nature. 336 00:22:50,828 --> 00:22:52,620 All things change. 337 00:22:52,955 --> 00:22:56,958 What we hold close to our hearts eventually pass from this world. 338 00:23:00,004 --> 00:23:02,839 And what we once turned from in disgust, 339 00:23:04,508 --> 00:23:06,134 we embrace as necessity. 340 00:23:10,389 --> 00:23:11,931 Raise your eyes. 341 00:23:15,561 --> 00:23:17,187 What do you see? 342 00:23:17,521 --> 00:23:19,314 The Domina of the house. 343 00:23:19,607 --> 00:23:21,024 ls that all? 344 00:23:22,067 --> 00:23:23,568 l see a woman, 345 00:23:23,986 --> 00:23:26,112 unlike any l have seen before. 346 00:23:27,615 --> 00:23:28,823 Better. 347 00:23:29,700 --> 00:23:34,037 l did not think l had pleased you when last called to your chambers. 348 00:23:36,415 --> 00:23:38,958 l love my husband, beyond all men. 349 00:23:40,961 --> 00:23:43,296 And l would do anything for him. 350 00:23:44,215 --> 00:23:45,757 And his legacy. 351 00:23:49,094 --> 00:23:52,555 l do not seek pleasure. l need only your cock. 352 00:23:53,349 --> 00:23:56,476 Speak of this, and see it parted from your body. 353 00:24:04,193 --> 00:24:05,568 Yes, Domina. 354 00:24:07,696 --> 00:24:09,656 Your hair and your beard 355 00:24:11,534 --> 00:24:14,160 give the appearance of a fucking animal. 356 00:24:14,245 --> 00:24:17,664 l would have you reformed into the semblance of a man 357 00:24:18,207 --> 00:24:21,459 to make the lie l must tell myself more convincing. 358 00:24:59,915 --> 00:25:01,916 A game well played, Batiatus. 359 00:25:03,294 --> 00:25:06,129 Now let us come to terms. 360 00:25:08,591 --> 00:25:12,051 Your man Gannicus obviously means a great deal to you 361 00:25:12,720 --> 00:25:14,762 to press to such extremes. 362 00:25:16,056 --> 00:25:18,349 l will cease my pursuit of him. 363 00:25:18,559 --> 00:25:19,934 Offer more. 364 00:25:20,102 --> 00:25:23,229 l will see your house take prominence in all upcoming games. 365 00:25:24,315 --> 00:25:25,440 More. 366 00:25:25,733 --> 00:25:27,859 Speak desire, and see it attended. 367 00:25:27,985 --> 00:25:30,695 l desire to see you suffer, 368 00:25:30,779 --> 00:25:32,864 as l have suffered at your fucking hands. 369 00:25:32,948 --> 00:25:35,867 Your suffering has only begun, lanista, 370 00:25:36,744 --> 00:25:39,287 when it is discovered what you have done to me! 371 00:25:39,371 --> 00:25:42,415 You will not be discovered, nor missed. 372 00:25:43,375 --> 00:25:46,586 Solonius moves young Vettius towards offering proper explanation 373 00:25:46,712 --> 00:25:48,546 for your disappearance. 374 00:25:48,631 --> 00:25:49,756 Vettius? 375 00:25:50,007 --> 00:25:51,799 The city will mourn. 376 00:25:52,176 --> 00:25:55,053 Soon your name will be spoken of less and less, 377 00:25:55,179 --> 00:25:57,889 until it is lost to history. 378 00:25:58,182 --> 00:26:01,559 l should have had your life at the beginning of this. 379 00:26:02,728 --> 00:26:04,520 The mistake is mine, 380 00:26:05,189 --> 00:26:09,359 having stayed hand in respect of your father. 381 00:26:10,277 --> 00:26:11,527 Respect? 382 00:26:19,370 --> 00:26:22,455 Then pay it to the remains of the man himself! 383 00:26:23,540 --> 00:26:27,502 Tell him ! Tell him how high you hold him, 384 00:26:27,586 --> 00:26:31,047 even as your poisoned wine robs him of fucking life! 385 00:26:31,173 --> 00:26:33,716 Tell him ! Tell him, you fucking shit! 386 00:26:34,718 --> 00:26:38,096 Why should l strike against your father? 387 00:26:39,056 --> 00:26:41,057 He was an honourable Roman. 388 00:26:42,184 --> 00:26:45,103 A man who knew his place. 389 00:26:45,729 --> 00:26:47,397 As l know yours. 390 00:26:48,816 --> 00:26:51,401 There will be an accounting, Batiatus. 391 00:26:53,404 --> 00:26:56,948 For this and everything that follows. 392 00:26:58,742 --> 00:27:01,202 The gods will see to it someday. 393 00:27:02,287 --> 00:27:03,913 But not this one. 394 00:27:59,762 --> 00:28:01,763 This arena was your life. 395 00:28:02,306 --> 00:28:04,015 Add to its foundations. 396 00:28:30,000 --> 00:28:31,626 Capua! 397 00:28:38,258 --> 00:28:40,760 Have eyes ever beheld such a sight? 398 00:28:40,928 --> 00:28:42,887 The laurel crown of the Republic. 399 00:28:42,971 --> 00:28:46,224 lts majesty even more evident when viewed from the pulvinus. 400 00:28:46,683 --> 00:28:48,684 A great honour to be invited by Tullius. 401 00:28:48,811 --> 00:28:50,186 One l fear undeserved, 402 00:28:50,270 --> 00:28:52,980 yet he is a difficult man to turn from. 403 00:28:53,065 --> 00:28:55,525 A fact well known to all present. 404 00:28:55,901 --> 00:28:58,528 l am surprised by his delay. The opening of the arena 405 00:28:58,654 --> 00:29:00,530 has been the only subject on his tongue. 406 00:29:00,614 --> 00:29:03,407 Now he stands late to his own celebration. 407 00:29:10,833 --> 00:29:12,166 Apologies. 408 00:29:13,544 --> 00:29:16,963 Tullius regrets he will be absent altogether. 409 00:29:17,381 --> 00:29:19,674 What could wrest him from so high a perch? 410 00:29:19,758 --> 00:29:22,260 Pressing concerns abroad in Antioch. 411 00:29:22,594 --> 00:29:25,138 His departure was unexpected. 412 00:29:25,889 --> 00:29:28,474 The arena would not exist without Tullius. 413 00:29:29,143 --> 00:29:31,894 We would not be standing here, if it weren't for his actions. 414 00:29:31,979 --> 00:29:33,896 We should halt the celebrations until his return. 415 00:29:33,981 --> 00:29:35,773 Agreed. l shall address the crowd. . . 416 00:29:35,858 --> 00:29:39,902 Tullius sends hard instruction for ceremony to carry without him. 417 00:29:41,363 --> 00:29:43,573 This arena was a gift to his beloved city. 418 00:29:44,241 --> 00:29:46,159 He would not see misfortune 419 00:29:46,243 --> 00:29:48,411 stand in the way of the giving of it. 420 00:29:48,495 --> 00:29:51,164 A most gracious offer, well received. 421 00:29:51,665 --> 00:29:53,916 Come. Haunt Tullius' place by my side, 422 00:29:54,084 --> 00:29:55,918 possessing his spirit for the occasion. 423 00:29:56,003 --> 00:29:58,379 Again, l must offer apology. 424 00:29:58,463 --> 00:30:01,674 l make preparations to follow Tullius to Antioch. 425 00:30:01,758 --> 00:30:04,051 What of your ventures here? Your ludus? 426 00:30:04,136 --> 00:30:07,180 l am retiring from the lowly call of the lanista, 427 00:30:08,223 --> 00:30:11,601 in favour of station more befitting a man of breeding. 428 00:30:11,685 --> 00:30:14,854 What will become of your men? They fight this very day. 429 00:30:15,189 --> 00:30:17,982 l would not see your brief labours turn to naught. 430 00:30:18,066 --> 00:30:21,027 Solonius and l can make fair offer to divide them. 431 00:30:21,111 --> 00:30:23,988 Deeply appreciated, yet unnecessary. 432 00:30:24,281 --> 00:30:26,449 Solonius and l have already come to terms. 433 00:30:27,576 --> 00:30:28,618 Terms? 434 00:30:28,702 --> 00:30:31,495 l have transferred deed to all my gladiators to Solonius, 435 00:30:32,623 --> 00:30:36,000 under whose noble banner they will fight this day. 436 00:30:36,084 --> 00:30:38,336 You are indeed blessed, Solonius. 437 00:30:38,420 --> 00:30:41,547 Your ludus now stands above all others in sheer numbers. 438 00:30:41,632 --> 00:30:43,925 May the gods continue to show favour. 439 00:30:45,219 --> 00:30:47,011 l must take my leave. 440 00:30:47,429 --> 00:30:50,473 Give good Solonius all consideration towards future games. 441 00:30:51,808 --> 00:30:54,143 Tullius and l will have it so. 442 00:30:56,063 --> 00:30:59,357 You are overly generous. Come. l would see you away. 443 00:31:03,820 --> 00:31:05,446 The boy all but runs from us. 444 00:31:09,743 --> 00:31:12,203 Vettius has always been little more than Tullius' pet. 445 00:31:12,579 --> 00:31:15,915 ls it any wonder he runs to heel when leash is jerked? 446 00:31:16,667 --> 00:31:18,000 Batiatus speaks truth. 447 00:31:18,085 --> 00:31:20,586 Let us put absent friends from mind, 448 00:31:20,671 --> 00:31:22,838 and turn towards the glories of the day. 449 00:31:30,305 --> 00:31:31,389 You have done well. 450 00:31:31,473 --> 00:31:33,766 l but dance to the yank of strings. 451 00:31:33,850 --> 00:31:35,768 Avoid them forming a noose, 452 00:31:35,852 --> 00:31:38,562 and never return to Capua while l draw breath. 453 00:31:38,689 --> 00:31:40,856 l pray for the day it ceases. 454 00:31:43,902 --> 00:31:45,987 We were supposed to divide Vettius' men among us. 455 00:31:46,071 --> 00:31:47,863 What the fuck are you doing? 456 00:31:47,948 --> 00:31:50,366 What it takes to make a name in this world. 457 00:31:50,492 --> 00:31:53,452 After years of "bowing and scraping in shit". 458 00:31:53,537 --> 00:31:54,704 ls that what this is about? 459 00:31:54,788 --> 00:31:57,373 A few words spoken in anger, absent thought? 460 00:31:57,541 --> 00:31:58,791 A few words? 461 00:31:58,875 --> 00:32:00,459 You name me friend and brother, 462 00:32:00,544 --> 00:32:04,088 yet at every turn remind that l lack this trait or that. 463 00:32:04,172 --> 00:32:07,717 You take information given in aid and move against Tullius, 464 00:32:07,801 --> 00:32:10,469 absent regard of the difficult position it places me. 465 00:32:10,554 --> 00:32:12,054 You talk of nothing. 466 00:32:12,139 --> 00:32:15,725 Every tongue that is not your own is accused of the same. 467 00:32:16,560 --> 00:32:19,020 lt has taken years and the price of blood, 468 00:32:19,104 --> 00:32:21,230 but l at last see you for what you are, 469 00:32:21,773 --> 00:32:24,984 a man who holds no one in esteem beyond himself. 470 00:32:26,570 --> 00:32:28,404 l owe you gratitude. 471 00:32:28,947 --> 00:32:30,781 Without you to show the way, 472 00:32:30,907 --> 00:32:33,909 l would never have raised nerve to betray those closest me. 473 00:32:47,257 --> 00:32:49,091 What excuse does Solonius give? 474 00:32:49,885 --> 00:32:51,719 None that merit consideration. 475 00:32:55,766 --> 00:32:57,475 What has the crowd in such a state? 476 00:32:58,060 --> 00:33:00,770 Sextus announces executions before the games begin. 477 00:33:21,750 --> 00:33:23,918 ls that not one of yours, Batiatus? 478 00:33:24,503 --> 00:33:27,588 The girl on the end. What was her name? 479 00:33:32,636 --> 00:33:33,803 Diona. 480 00:33:39,017 --> 00:33:41,394 Diona, yes. 481 00:33:42,062 --> 00:33:43,687 Apologies, Batiatus. 482 00:33:43,772 --> 00:33:46,273 The girl was only rounded up this morning. 483 00:33:46,400 --> 00:33:48,984 lf you wish her removed to be dealt with personally. . . 484 00:33:51,071 --> 00:33:52,113 No. 485 00:33:52,322 --> 00:33:54,407 Let her death stand as a warning 486 00:33:54,491 --> 00:33:56,742 to all others who would seek to betray me. 487 00:34:08,672 --> 00:34:11,298 Caburus is your man now, Solonius. 488 00:34:11,466 --> 00:34:13,717 Rise, and see him to purpose. 489 00:34:14,302 --> 00:34:15,678 As you wish. 490 00:35:45,977 --> 00:35:50,856 Pity to lose one so fetching. 491 00:35:52,150 --> 00:35:53,943 Soon you join, cunt. 492 00:35:56,696 --> 00:35:58,072 Doctore. 493 00:36:00,700 --> 00:36:02,117 l can fight. 494 00:36:02,452 --> 00:36:04,286 Have word with Dominus. 495 00:36:06,373 --> 00:36:07,915 l already have. 496 00:36:07,999 --> 00:36:10,417 Now aid your brothers in preparing for the day. 497 00:36:10,585 --> 00:36:13,254 You will fight again when you are able. 498 00:36:13,713 --> 00:36:15,172 Yes, Doctore. 499 00:36:22,597 --> 00:36:26,475 You will face Tasgetius and Synetos in the match before the Primus. 500 00:36:28,937 --> 00:36:30,813 Our days have been filled. 501 00:36:31,147 --> 00:36:34,525 Show all of Capua why you are considered such a prize. 502 00:36:34,818 --> 00:36:37,820 Fight, and honour the House of Batiatus. 503 00:36:37,988 --> 00:36:40,155 There are many things l would die for. 504 00:36:40,991 --> 00:36:43,200 Many things l deserve to die for, 505 00:36:44,452 --> 00:36:47,079 yet this house is no longer among them. 506 00:36:47,747 --> 00:36:49,498 Then fight for her. 507 00:36:51,042 --> 00:36:52,835 Every life you take. 508 00:36:53,086 --> 00:36:54,837 The blood you shed. 509 00:36:55,005 --> 00:36:57,506 She will see it from the afterlife. 510 00:37:02,012 --> 00:37:03,929 Then l shall fill her eyes. 511 00:37:07,976 --> 00:37:10,269 Crixus! You are first. 512 00:37:11,187 --> 00:37:12,354 Ready! 513 00:37:28,038 --> 00:37:32,124 The sands have been moistened with our first offerings of blood ! 514 00:37:33,209 --> 00:37:35,711 But more is demanded on such a day. 515 00:37:36,546 --> 00:37:38,297 And you shall have it! 516 00:37:41,843 --> 00:37:44,511 The Houses of Solonius and Batiatus 517 00:37:45,555 --> 00:37:48,349 will battle each other in deadly contest. 518 00:37:48,808 --> 00:37:50,351 No mercy shown ! 519 00:37:51,061 --> 00:37:52,686 No quarter given ! 520 00:37:52,937 --> 00:37:57,066 The victors all to face each in the Primus! 521 00:38:04,157 --> 00:38:07,618 You will school that little shit in the ways of a true lanista. 522 00:38:07,786 --> 00:38:09,620 A lesson to be remembered. 523 00:38:09,704 --> 00:38:13,332 lt shall be a spectacle the likes of which 524 00:38:13,416 --> 00:38:16,418 the gods themselves have never witnessed ! 525 00:38:16,670 --> 00:38:18,212 Glory to Capua! 526 00:38:18,588 --> 00:38:20,130 Glory to Rome! 527 00:38:56,126 --> 00:39:06,126 Yes! 528 00:40:35,058 --> 00:40:38,894 Once more Gannicus proves himself a god of the arena! 529 00:40:40,063 --> 00:40:42,815 Were that Tullius here to witness such a triumph ! 530 00:40:44,025 --> 00:40:47,152 Yet l fear the numbers stand against you in the Primus. 531 00:40:47,237 --> 00:40:49,655 Solonius still holds twice your men. 532 00:40:50,406 --> 00:40:52,241 Numbers are meaningless. 533 00:40:52,367 --> 00:40:54,910 A lesson good Solonius is about to discover. 534 00:41:10,760 --> 00:41:17,599 You shall stand above all others eclipsed only by the gods themselves! 535 00:41:17,934 --> 00:41:20,435 So at last we meet upon the sand. 536 00:41:21,062 --> 00:41:22,521 Two among many. 537 00:41:22,605 --> 00:41:24,690 l give no shit about other men. 538 00:41:24,774 --> 00:41:27,568 l shall prove myself against you in proper contest. 539 00:41:27,652 --> 00:41:29,945 We face Solonius' men, not each other. 540 00:41:30,071 --> 00:41:32,155 Only until they have fallen. 541 00:41:32,365 --> 00:41:35,367 Then we shall stand alone, absent thought of brotherhood. 542 00:41:35,910 --> 00:41:37,119 Attend. 543 00:41:38,121 --> 00:41:39,830 The Dominus would have words. 544 00:41:45,169 --> 00:41:49,548 Everything we have dreamed of, suffered and died for, 545 00:41:50,884 --> 00:41:54,219 the worth of it all turns upon this single moment. 546 00:41:54,804 --> 00:41:58,307 You face the House of Solonius, and his ill-gotten men. 547 00:41:59,017 --> 00:42:02,853 You stand outnumbered, but not outmatched. 548 00:42:03,438 --> 00:42:05,939 Only one man will claim victory this day 549 00:42:06,024 --> 00:42:08,567 and earn the title "the Champion of Capua." 550 00:42:08,860 --> 00:42:13,280 And by the gods, that man will be from the fucking House of Batiatus! 551 00:42:52,362 --> 00:42:54,529 Gladiators! Form ! 552 00:44:12,442 --> 00:44:14,484 Many have fought this day. 553 00:44:15,069 --> 00:44:18,530 Many have died, their blood staining the sands. 554 00:44:19,657 --> 00:44:23,618 Yet this arena towers above all others in the Republic. 555 00:44:24,495 --> 00:44:26,371 lt is a vast beast. 556 00:44:26,914 --> 00:44:28,623 And yet it hungers! 557 00:44:31,669 --> 00:44:34,087 Two great houses face each other, 558 00:44:35,089 --> 00:44:38,133 yet every man must ultimately stand for himself 559 00:44:38,634 --> 00:44:40,385 and himself alone. 560 00:44:53,566 --> 00:44:55,067 What are they doing? 561 00:44:55,151 --> 00:44:56,651 lt matters not. 562 00:45:00,323 --> 00:45:02,657 Fire burns within their breasts. 563 00:45:03,493 --> 00:45:06,995 And it is fire that shall bind them in final contest! 564 00:45:21,928 --> 00:45:24,513 Fall to the sands beyond the flames, 565 00:45:24,597 --> 00:45:27,015 and find yourself removed from the Primus. 566 00:45:28,017 --> 00:45:31,895 Fall within them, and be removed from this world. 567 00:45:33,022 --> 00:45:34,523 Take position ! 568 00:45:57,296 --> 00:45:59,464 Do not die before we meet. 569 00:46:03,553 --> 00:46:07,139 Split heaven with the sound of your fury! 570 00:46:14,772 --> 00:46:15,814 Begin ! 571 00:46:54,312 --> 00:46:56,021 First blood to Solonius! 572 00:47:11,537 --> 00:47:12,621 Yeah ! 573 00:47:57,333 --> 00:48:07,333 Yes! 574 00:48:19,981 --> 00:48:23,400 lt's a pity you did not land more men in the Primus, Solonius. 575 00:48:23,526 --> 00:48:25,568 l fear you may be eliminated prematurely. 576 00:48:36,580 --> 00:48:38,540 Take it, you crazy fuck! 577 00:48:42,712 --> 00:48:44,879 Batiatus' men think so little of his house, 578 00:48:44,964 --> 00:48:47,173 they seek to kill each other? 579 00:49:15,077 --> 00:49:17,162 Who stands cunt now? 580 00:50:03,125 --> 00:50:04,459 Capua! 581 00:50:07,004 --> 00:50:08,129 Fuck! 582 00:50:35,783 --> 00:50:37,492 Let us press advantage, brother! 583 00:50:37,660 --> 00:50:39,160 Kill Gannicus, 584 00:50:39,995 --> 00:50:42,497 and decide who is champion between us! 585 00:50:44,083 --> 00:50:45,125 No! 586 00:50:51,048 --> 00:50:54,134 Your men again set upon each other before common foe are defeated. 587 00:50:54,218 --> 00:50:56,845 To be expected when animals are not properly trained. 588 00:50:59,056 --> 00:51:00,890 Gannicus is mine! 589 00:51:35,342 --> 00:51:37,135 lt appears odds have shifted. 590 00:51:59,909 --> 00:52:01,993 The odds return to balance. 591 00:53:03,931 --> 00:53:05,139 Yes, yes. 592 00:54:11,081 --> 00:54:21,081 Yes! 593 00:54:34,021 --> 00:54:37,565 The House of Batiatus stands fucking triumphant! 594 00:54:39,401 --> 00:54:40,735 Apologies. 595 00:54:41,111 --> 00:54:44,197 None required. A most impressive showing. 596 00:54:44,490 --> 00:54:46,199 l do but honour this city. 597 00:54:46,283 --> 00:54:48,576 And my champion continues to do the same. 598 00:54:48,786 --> 00:54:51,579 l have mind towards your man for my own games. 599 00:54:51,664 --> 00:54:52,747 As do l. 600 00:54:52,831 --> 00:54:55,083 Listen how he ignites the crowd. 601 00:54:59,713 --> 00:55:03,341 Gannicus! Gannicus! Gannicus! Gannicus! 602 00:55:08,305 --> 00:55:10,098 Would they not forever remember this day, 603 00:55:10,182 --> 00:55:11,974 and the men responsible for it, 604 00:55:12,101 --> 00:55:14,477 if Gannicus were granted freedom? 605 00:55:15,604 --> 00:55:16,854 Freedom? 606 00:55:17,231 --> 00:55:19,190 l would have granted the same in deference to the crowd, 607 00:55:19,274 --> 00:55:20,692 had my man survived. 608 00:55:20,776 --> 00:55:22,735 An excellent suggestion. 609 00:55:23,112 --> 00:55:25,154 You can always train another gladiator. 610 00:55:25,239 --> 00:55:27,615 Yet to conclude the opening ceremonies 611 00:55:27,783 --> 00:55:29,701 with such a blessing. . . 612 00:55:30,494 --> 00:55:32,954 As l said, l but honour this city. 613 00:55:46,385 --> 00:55:49,554 Gannicus has proven himself to the city of Capua! 614 00:55:51,098 --> 00:55:52,807 Let him be rewarded 615 00:55:54,017 --> 00:55:55,476 with freedom ! 616 00:56:03,277 --> 00:56:13,277 Gannicus! Gannicus! Gannicus! 617 00:56:30,137 --> 00:56:32,054 Yeah ! 618 00:56:33,682 --> 00:56:37,185 After all we have suffered, Gannicus is still lost to us. 619 00:56:37,269 --> 00:56:39,103 l offered the man coin, 620 00:56:39,188 --> 00:56:43,691 freedom to come and go as he pleases, if he would yet fight for our house. 621 00:56:44,818 --> 00:56:46,277 Memories haunt the man, 622 00:56:47,571 --> 00:56:49,697 drive him from our walls. 623 00:56:51,617 --> 00:56:54,410 Crixus afforded himself well in the games. 624 00:56:55,537 --> 00:56:57,413 Let us turn our hope towards him, 625 00:56:58,207 --> 00:57:01,459 that he may bring us honour and good fortune. 626 00:57:07,174 --> 00:57:08,216 Yes. 627 00:57:08,884 --> 00:57:11,177 Let us place our stock in the Gaul 628 00:57:11,512 --> 00:57:13,888 and see what ends he may service. 629 00:57:14,556 --> 00:57:16,557 Real proud of you, brother. 630 00:57:19,394 --> 00:57:22,897 l shall join you one day, you mad fuck. 631 00:57:24,399 --> 00:57:26,400 Of that there is no doubt. 632 00:57:39,832 --> 00:57:42,083 We have not yet had proper contest. 633 00:57:42,251 --> 00:57:45,086 Win your own freedom, and seek me out. 634 00:57:52,594 --> 00:57:53,803 Crixus. 635 00:57:56,515 --> 00:57:59,934 l was given this when l became champion of this house. 636 00:58:06,775 --> 00:58:09,360 Wear it with more honour than l have. 637 00:58:40,392 --> 00:58:42,435 You have earned the rudis, 638 00:58:42,853 --> 00:58:45,563 proof you no longer stand as slave. 639 00:58:55,115 --> 00:58:56,782 A lifetime of blood. 640 00:58:56,867 --> 00:58:58,284 And victory. 641 00:58:59,036 --> 00:59:02,788 lt lifts troubled heart to see my brother gain his freedom. 642 00:59:03,081 --> 00:59:05,333 Melitta would have been proud. 643 00:59:10,964 --> 00:59:12,089 Oenomaus. . . 644 00:59:20,057 --> 00:59:21,557 She loved you. 645 00:59:22,893 --> 00:59:24,518 Above all others. 646 00:59:28,440 --> 00:59:30,149 The thought shall keep me warm, 647 00:59:30,233 --> 00:59:32,234 until l join her in the afterlife. 648 00:59:33,195 --> 00:59:35,112 And l shall meet you both there. 649 01:00:43,098 --> 01:00:44,348 Doctore. 650 01:00:46,184 --> 01:00:48,185 Begin the day's training. 651 01:00:58,280 --> 01:00:59,780 First position ! 652 01:01:08,999 --> 01:01:12,126 l would not hear the name Gannicus spoken within these walls, 653 01:01:12,210 --> 01:01:15,463 nor that of Tullius or his cock-eating apprentice. 654 01:01:15,881 --> 01:01:18,090 Such things are of the past. 655 01:01:20,343 --> 01:01:22,970 Let us look towards a brighter future. 656 01:01:23,972 --> 01:01:25,973 My eyes are firmly fixed. 657 01:01:32,814 --> 01:01:35,149 We will see this house elevated. 658 01:01:36,068 --> 01:01:38,319 Beyond my father, beyond Solonius, 659 01:01:38,487 --> 01:01:40,988 beyond the fucking gods themselves. 660 01:01:42,032 --> 01:01:44,658 We will leave our mark upon this city. 661 01:01:44,785 --> 01:01:46,160 And one day, 662 01:01:46,912 --> 01:01:50,081 we will see proper reward for all we have done. 663 01:01:53,752 --> 01:01:56,545 l have done this thing because it is just. 664 01:01:57,672 --> 01:01:59,465 Blood demands blood. 665 01:02:00,342 --> 01:02:03,135 We have lived and lost 666 01:02:03,845 --> 01:02:06,555 at the whims of our masters for too long. 667 01:02:07,307 --> 01:02:09,183 l would not have it so. 668 01:02:12,062 --> 01:02:15,981 Your lives are your own, forge your own path. 669 01:02:16,066 --> 01:02:17,900 Or join with us, 670 01:02:19,027 --> 01:02:22,446 and together, we shall see Rome tremble!