1 00:00:20,145 --> 00:00:21,979 There is but one path. 2 00:00:22,606 --> 00:00:23,606 We kill them all. 3 00:00:35,494 --> 00:00:39,122 l am your Dominus! l will have your fucking hearts! 4 00:00:39,623 --> 00:00:40,665 Quintus. . . 5 00:00:44,670 --> 00:00:45,962 Lucretia! 6 00:00:47,881 --> 00:00:49,424 What would you do 7 00:00:50,634 --> 00:00:51,968 to hold your wife again? 8 00:00:54,555 --> 00:00:55,763 To feel the warmth of her skin? 9 00:00:58,016 --> 00:00:59,350 The taste of her lips? 10 00:01:00,644 --> 00:01:01,978 How many men would you kill? 11 00:01:06,191 --> 00:01:07,734 l left the deed in Barca's hands. 12 00:01:07,943 --> 00:01:09,068 Now you're free. 13 00:01:10,154 --> 00:01:12,530 We are betrayed by the Beast of fucking Carthage. 14 00:01:16,744 --> 00:01:18,286 You are beneath me. 15 00:01:19,204 --> 00:01:21,080 He is a magistrate. 16 00:01:22,958 --> 00:01:25,710 One can never know who is plotting violence, can one? 17 00:01:26,003 --> 00:01:27,503 Or when they may commit the act. 18 00:01:31,300 --> 00:01:33,843 Your wife, she moves ever closer even as we speak. 19 00:01:34,887 --> 00:01:36,053 My word is kept. 20 00:01:37,055 --> 00:01:38,055 They're reunited. 21 00:01:42,436 --> 00:01:45,646 You will become the greatest lanista in the republic. 22 00:01:48,150 --> 00:01:50,902 And on such a title, we will climb beyond our station. 23 00:01:51,403 --> 00:01:52,862 Beyond Capua. 24 00:01:53,822 --> 00:01:57,700 Perhaps to the very steps of the Senate itself. 25 00:02:13,300 --> 00:02:15,384 The fights are particularly entertaining today. 26 00:02:16,178 --> 00:02:18,221 You'd enjoy them more viewed from the pulvinus. 27 00:02:22,017 --> 00:02:23,226 Fucking shit eater. 28 00:02:23,310 --> 00:02:25,394 Let Vettius preen like a woman. 29 00:02:25,896 --> 00:02:28,981 You'll school him in the ways of men, when Gannicus takes to the sands. 30 00:02:29,566 --> 00:02:31,484 Absent Tullius and the Magistrate to bear witness, 31 00:02:31,568 --> 00:02:32,568 what's the fucking purpose? 32 00:02:33,904 --> 00:02:35,071 One man in today's games. 33 00:02:35,155 --> 00:02:37,323 One only, and the seats needing to impress 34 00:02:37,407 --> 00:02:39,700 stand empty as Vettius' fucking head. 35 00:02:49,419 --> 00:02:51,087 Get up! 36 00:02:58,220 --> 00:03:00,263 Solonius! What news? 37 00:03:01,265 --> 00:03:03,516 Tullius and the Magistrate were delayed with pressing business, 38 00:03:03,600 --> 00:03:05,226 but arrive shortly. 39 00:03:05,310 --> 00:03:07,436 As long as this current match continues. . . 40 00:03:11,567 --> 00:03:13,192 No. Get up! 41 00:03:13,277 --> 00:03:14,277 Good day! 42 00:03:15,821 --> 00:03:17,989 Get up, get up, you fuck. . . 43 00:03:30,460 --> 00:03:32,670 Vettius begins the match without proper introduction? 44 00:03:32,921 --> 00:03:33,963 Proper? 45 00:03:34,131 --> 00:03:36,465 Vettius and the word are of distant relations. 46 00:03:36,842 --> 00:03:39,385 l for one am grateful to be spared his oratory. 47 00:03:39,469 --> 00:03:41,554 The man's voice causes skull to ache. 48 00:03:44,725 --> 00:03:46,142 Gannicus takes position ! 49 00:04:07,664 --> 00:04:10,499 Now there's a fucking gladiator! 50 00:04:34,066 --> 00:04:35,650 Tear his fucking face off! 51 00:04:43,283 --> 00:04:44,283 Begin ! 52 00:05:15,232 --> 00:05:17,525 ls your man ever of a serious note? 53 00:05:18,694 --> 00:05:21,612 He can strip naked and fight with his cock as long as he wins. 54 00:05:21,697 --> 00:05:24,907 Gannicus, l love you. 55 00:05:43,927 --> 00:05:45,720 What's he doing, Quintus? 56 00:06:39,816 --> 00:06:49,492 Fucking kill him ! 57 00:06:51,745 --> 00:06:52,745 No! 58 00:06:53,371 --> 00:06:54,705 Wait for the Magistrate. 59 00:06:56,541 --> 00:06:59,168 Gannicus, do not kill him ! 60 00:07:00,378 --> 00:07:02,838 Do not kill him ! 61 00:07:29,741 --> 00:07:31,534 Now they arrive. 62 00:07:33,703 --> 00:07:35,329 A victory regardless. 63 00:07:36,039 --> 00:07:37,373 Won in dewy morn. 64 00:07:38,208 --> 00:07:41,752 None of the important matches happen till after the midday sun has passed. 65 00:07:42,712 --> 00:07:45,422 Consider yourself fortunate to have a man in the games at all. 66 00:07:46,216 --> 00:07:48,300 Good Solonius stands with empty hands. 67 00:07:51,346 --> 00:07:52,346 Come then. 68 00:07:52,556 --> 00:07:54,056 Let us see them filled with drink. 69 00:07:55,433 --> 00:07:57,643 Tell Doctore to see Gannicus back to the ludus. 70 00:07:57,727 --> 00:07:59,812 And have him properly rewarded for his showing. 71 00:08:01,064 --> 00:08:02,314 Can we not stay for the rest of the games? 72 00:08:02,399 --> 00:08:04,358 Vettius' men command the prominent matches. 73 00:08:04,442 --> 00:08:06,652 He has more than enough eyes to watch him stroke his cock. 74 00:08:06,736 --> 00:08:08,320 l would not add ours to the sight. 75 00:08:10,365 --> 00:08:13,200 Now you like me, Capua. 76 00:08:16,496 --> 00:08:17,663 Doctore. 77 00:08:21,585 --> 00:08:23,794 Dominus orders Gannicus returned to the ludus, 78 00:08:23,879 --> 00:08:25,212 and seen to reward. 79 00:08:28,300 --> 00:08:30,009 Perhaps one day the pretty little bitch 80 00:08:30,093 --> 00:08:31,927 will fight later in the afternoon. 81 00:08:32,345 --> 00:08:33,721 With the rest of the men. 82 00:08:34,389 --> 00:08:37,183 You and your tiny cock best pray that day never come. 83 00:08:42,105 --> 00:08:44,732 Save blood for the fucking sands, Gannicus. 84 00:08:45,442 --> 00:08:49,570 What seized fucking brain, releasing your swords in the arena? 85 00:08:50,447 --> 00:08:53,532 l could have killed the man absent an arm and both fucking legs. 86 00:08:54,451 --> 00:08:55,492 Hubris. 87 00:08:55,577 --> 00:08:56,994 A fine quality. 88 00:08:57,829 --> 00:09:00,456 Often possessed by cunts who perish from it. 89 00:09:03,210 --> 00:09:06,795 Did you catch the manner of his eye, as he gazed down from the pulvinus? 90 00:09:08,048 --> 00:09:09,632 Fucking Vettius. 91 00:09:09,716 --> 00:09:11,091 Barely free of his mother's tit, 92 00:09:11,176 --> 00:09:14,511 yet he carries himself above lanistas of more deserving years. 93 00:09:14,888 --> 00:09:17,306 Youth often imagines itself swollen beyond worth. 94 00:09:17,641 --> 00:09:20,893 Time will cure him of the condition, as it does all foolish young men. 95 00:09:21,061 --> 00:09:23,020 Time is what he holds in abundance. 96 00:09:23,146 --> 00:09:25,147 The new arena will be finished in but a handful of months. 97 00:09:25,232 --> 00:09:27,233 lf we are excluded from the opening games. . . 98 00:09:27,859 --> 00:09:29,860 Vettius is but shit from a shit town. 99 00:09:30,779 --> 00:09:33,322 How could Tullius and the Magistrate favour a boy from Nola 100 00:09:33,406 --> 00:09:34,740 over one of Capua's own sons? 101 00:09:34,824 --> 00:09:36,242 Well, how do they do it now? 102 00:09:36,326 --> 00:09:38,535 We must prove ourselves in the more important bouts 103 00:09:38,662 --> 00:09:40,955 in the old arena and secure position. 104 00:09:41,039 --> 00:09:43,457 To fight later in the day, we must first distinguish ourselves 105 00:09:43,541 --> 00:09:44,541 against Vettius' men. 106 00:09:44,626 --> 00:09:47,253 Yet Vettius' men only fight later in the day. 107 00:09:47,462 --> 00:09:48,796 A vexing conundrum. 108 00:09:49,172 --> 00:09:50,339 Lucretia? 109 00:09:51,174 --> 00:09:53,509 Gaia! 110 00:09:53,593 --> 00:09:55,761 Well, you come to Capua without telling me? 111 00:09:56,137 --> 00:10:00,140 l have only this moment returned, with intentions of seeking you out. 112 00:10:00,517 --> 00:10:01,558 Do you travel with your husband? 113 00:10:03,019 --> 00:10:04,853 He takes to road no more. 114 00:10:05,563 --> 00:10:06,981 Not in this life, at least. 115 00:10:07,524 --> 00:10:08,565 Apologies. 116 00:10:08,650 --> 00:10:09,858 None required. 117 00:10:10,527 --> 00:10:11,777 lt was his time. 118 00:10:13,697 --> 00:10:14,780 Are you occupied? 119 00:10:15,031 --> 00:10:18,117 l am fit to bursting with stories of my adventures. 120 00:10:18,952 --> 00:10:19,952 Quintus? 121 00:10:20,245 --> 00:10:22,204 What man dares stand between women and gossip? 122 00:10:22,539 --> 00:10:23,998 You must tell me everything. 123 00:10:24,082 --> 00:10:25,416 Secret, no detail. 124 00:10:25,667 --> 00:10:28,544 Removed from the ears of men, my lips willingly part. 125 00:10:29,713 --> 00:10:31,380 Gaia returns unencumbered 126 00:10:32,465 --> 00:10:34,508 and in enticing form. 127 00:10:35,552 --> 00:10:37,803 That woman is a force of fucking nature. 128 00:10:37,887 --> 00:10:41,056 One that has blown many an unsuspecting man to his ruin. 129 00:10:41,141 --> 00:10:45,352 You require someone more refined to grace arm as our fortunes rise. 130 00:10:48,064 --> 00:10:50,149 Have eyes ever beheld such a marvel? 131 00:10:51,276 --> 00:10:54,361 A sight to put the Circus Maximus in Rome to bitter shame. 132 00:10:54,988 --> 00:10:56,113 We will be the ones shamed 133 00:10:56,197 --> 00:10:58,615 if grand ceremony passes absent our gladiators. 134 00:10:59,659 --> 00:11:02,661 We must force advantage before opportunity slips from grasp. 135 00:11:02,746 --> 00:11:04,204 No, we must be patient. 136 00:11:04,414 --> 00:11:07,249 Your father would venture forth with respect and caution. 137 00:11:07,334 --> 00:11:09,293 Then a blessing he is not present. 138 00:11:09,377 --> 00:11:11,337 Perhaps we should send word to him in Sicilia? 139 00:11:11,421 --> 00:11:12,421 Petition advice? 140 00:11:12,505 --> 00:11:15,007 l can already divine the content of his reply. 141 00:11:15,425 --> 00:11:17,760 Which is why he never rose above his humble station. 142 00:11:17,844 --> 00:11:19,094 Fuck patience. 143 00:11:21,389 --> 00:11:22,806 Look to Tullius for the way. 144 00:11:22,891 --> 00:11:24,600 He seizes opportunity by the balls 145 00:11:24,684 --> 00:11:26,602 while lesser men are left holding cock! 146 00:11:28,521 --> 00:11:29,646 A simple merchant, 147 00:11:30,148 --> 00:11:32,107 yet he gives honoured counsel to the Magistrate 148 00:11:32,192 --> 00:11:35,235 and all the rest of the noble shit eaters of Capua. 149 00:11:35,320 --> 00:11:37,738 Truth told, yet at excessive volume. 150 00:11:37,822 --> 00:11:40,157 l would shout his praise to the fucking heavens. 151 00:11:40,283 --> 00:11:41,617 His hands shaped events, 152 00:11:41,701 --> 00:11:43,786 resulting in the erection of the new arena. 153 00:11:45,205 --> 00:11:47,873 He supplies slaves from the farthest reaches of the Republic 154 00:11:47,957 --> 00:11:48,999 to speed its completion. 155 00:11:49,084 --> 00:11:50,918 Through the ambitions of Tullius, 156 00:11:51,795 --> 00:11:53,087 Capua is elevated. 157 00:11:53,963 --> 00:11:56,590 A lesson to be studied and reproduced in kind. 158 00:11:57,592 --> 00:11:59,009 ls that all? 159 00:11:59,094 --> 00:12:00,803 A simple task then, Batiatus. 160 00:12:02,722 --> 00:12:03,722 Dominus. 161 00:12:03,807 --> 00:12:07,393 Between us, we have the greatest gladiators in Capua. 162 00:12:07,852 --> 00:12:10,813 Barca, Acadeus, Gannicus. . . 163 00:12:11,147 --> 00:12:14,191 Men forged into something beyond their worth. 164 00:12:14,275 --> 00:12:16,485 Beyond anything that smug little piss, Vettius, 165 00:12:16,569 --> 00:12:17,736 could ever hope to offer. 166 00:12:23,410 --> 00:12:25,702 Perhaps Tullius should not have strayed so far abroad 167 00:12:25,787 --> 00:12:26,912 in acquiring slaves. 168 00:12:26,996 --> 00:12:28,163 What's he doing? 169 00:12:29,165 --> 00:12:30,165 Pick him up. 170 00:12:32,502 --> 00:12:33,710 Crixus. 171 00:12:35,004 --> 00:12:36,338 You know the rules. 172 00:12:36,923 --> 00:12:39,007 No one breaks line! 173 00:12:39,092 --> 00:12:40,175 Hold ! 174 00:12:40,885 --> 00:12:42,261 This one of good Tullius' slaves? 175 00:12:42,679 --> 00:12:43,846 lt is. 176 00:12:43,972 --> 00:12:45,597 -l would make purchase. -Purchase? 177 00:12:46,015 --> 00:12:47,099 What's the man's worth? 178 00:12:47,308 --> 00:12:48,559 He is not for sale. 179 00:12:49,144 --> 00:12:50,185 Fifty denarii. 180 00:12:50,687 --> 00:12:51,854 What are you doing? 181 00:12:51,938 --> 00:12:53,272 Seizing balls. 182 00:12:53,356 --> 00:12:54,940 The man is barely worth 1 0. 183 00:12:55,024 --> 00:12:57,109 Why would you pay such a sum for a shit Gaul? 184 00:12:57,360 --> 00:12:58,485 Shit? 185 00:12:59,112 --> 00:13:01,071 Do you not see the promise in his eyes? 186 00:13:01,156 --> 00:13:02,990 The spark smouldering in his breast? 187 00:13:03,158 --> 00:13:05,242 l would give it tender, to ignite in the arena! 188 00:13:08,580 --> 00:13:09,580 Fifty? 189 00:13:09,706 --> 00:13:11,707 Well, add another five to weight your own purse. 190 00:13:12,709 --> 00:13:13,834 Lend me 20 denarii. 191 00:13:15,378 --> 00:13:16,503 You pay too much for the man. 192 00:13:16,588 --> 00:13:18,213 The man is nothing. 193 00:13:18,381 --> 00:13:20,466 l pay to gain favour with Tullius. 194 00:13:24,220 --> 00:13:25,220 A waste of coin. 195 00:13:26,097 --> 00:13:28,640 The shit fuck will never be a gladiator. 196 00:13:28,725 --> 00:13:31,351 Even the lowest man can rise beyond the heavens, 197 00:13:33,480 --> 00:13:35,147 tempted with the proper reward. 198 00:15:14,122 --> 00:15:15,581 He was well satisfied? 199 00:15:16,666 --> 00:15:17,916 Very well. 200 00:15:18,293 --> 00:15:19,751 Dominus will be pleased. 201 00:15:19,919 --> 00:15:21,503 Not as much as l am. 202 00:15:22,171 --> 00:15:25,340 When are you not so? Especially with yourself? 203 00:15:25,717 --> 00:15:27,050 lt is a curse. 204 00:15:27,302 --> 00:15:29,177 Being blessed with so much to offer. 205 00:15:29,387 --> 00:15:32,014 And so few interested in sharing it. 206 00:15:38,771 --> 00:15:42,524 See yourselves well-scrubbed. l would not have you smell of goat. 207 00:15:43,651 --> 00:15:44,610 Goat? 208 00:15:44,694 --> 00:15:45,777 A dead one. 209 00:15:48,031 --> 00:15:50,282 The smell of victory, brother. 210 00:15:50,533 --> 00:15:51,617 Well-earned. 211 00:15:51,701 --> 00:15:53,243 The men all speak of your triumph. 212 00:15:53,703 --> 00:15:56,121 As they will of yours, when you return to the arena. 213 00:15:56,664 --> 00:15:58,999 The crowd will come in great geysers, 214 00:15:59,083 --> 00:16:01,209 drenching the gods gathered to witness 215 00:16:02,045 --> 00:16:04,546 Oenomaus once more upon the sands! 216 00:16:06,299 --> 00:16:07,883 l would have words with my wife. 217 00:16:07,967 --> 00:16:11,261 Absent your cock, which has escaped you. 218 00:16:13,389 --> 00:16:14,598 lt will be missed. 219 00:16:18,394 --> 00:16:20,228 Has Dominus spoken of my return? 220 00:16:20,521 --> 00:16:21,647 l've not heard it. 221 00:16:21,731 --> 00:16:24,149 More than a year has passed since l faced Theokoles. 222 00:16:24,400 --> 00:16:25,651 Perhaps Dominus does not intend. . . 223 00:16:25,735 --> 00:16:29,488 You were the only one to ever stand against the Shadow of Death and live. 224 00:16:29,572 --> 00:16:32,157 Batiatus would be a fool to keep you from the arena. 225 00:16:32,492 --> 00:16:35,494 Or l am the fool, for ever dreaming of such a thing. 226 00:16:35,578 --> 00:16:38,580 You are many things. Foolish is not among them. 227 00:16:38,915 --> 00:16:41,208 Batiatus waits, but for the perfect day 228 00:16:41,292 --> 00:16:43,669 for his champion to retake glory. 229 00:16:53,930 --> 00:16:54,888 ls it true? 230 00:16:54,972 --> 00:16:57,516 That his thing is as large as a horse's? 231 00:16:57,600 --> 00:17:00,018 -Diona! -Are you not curious? 232 00:17:00,144 --> 00:17:01,853 ls Gannicus really that big? 233 00:17:03,815 --> 00:17:05,273 Where is Domina? 234 00:17:05,983 --> 00:17:07,609 ln the triclinium with her guest. 235 00:17:08,236 --> 00:17:09,695 Diona, see the girls bathed. 236 00:17:09,779 --> 00:17:10,779 Yes, Melitta. 237 00:17:14,117 --> 00:17:16,702 lt is exciting speaking of such things, is it not? 238 00:17:18,496 --> 00:17:20,872 l was of a similar age not so long ago. 239 00:17:20,957 --> 00:17:23,875 l know the giddy enticement of the subject. 240 00:17:24,127 --> 00:17:27,129 Yet, you and Diona should turn thought from it. 241 00:17:27,588 --> 00:17:29,881 Soon enough, your flowers will be plucked. 242 00:17:30,299 --> 00:17:33,635 Hastening the moment will only result in bruising of the petals. 243 00:17:35,304 --> 00:17:36,304 Yes, Melitta. 244 00:17:38,349 --> 00:17:40,183 And in regards to Gannicus. . . 245 00:17:40,309 --> 00:17:41,476 l've seen bigger. 246 00:17:45,356 --> 00:17:47,816 Well, you don't seem overly distraught at his passing. 247 00:17:48,985 --> 00:17:50,152 How would you present, 248 00:17:50,737 --> 00:17:53,739 after years enduring withered flesh groping at you? 249 00:17:54,157 --> 00:17:56,408 But when you left Capua, l thought you madly in love. 250 00:17:56,492 --> 00:17:59,453 l was, with his purse. 251 00:18:01,372 --> 00:18:05,333 Sadly, his fortunes went dry towards the end. 252 00:18:06,294 --> 00:18:08,628 And did you aid in their evaporation? 253 00:18:09,005 --> 00:18:10,255 What can l say? 254 00:18:11,090 --> 00:18:13,216 l am the glorious sun. 255 00:18:15,720 --> 00:18:19,097 Returned to bless loving rays upon favoured friend. 256 00:18:22,185 --> 00:18:23,185 Gaia. . . 257 00:18:23,311 --> 00:18:25,937 l have far too many baubles brought from Rome. 258 00:18:27,398 --> 00:18:29,441 Along with other pleasures to be shared. 259 00:18:41,788 --> 00:18:42,871 lt suits you. 260 00:18:44,165 --> 00:18:46,041 lt would dazzle Venus herself. 261 00:18:48,669 --> 00:18:51,254 l fear l have nothing so exquisite to give in return. 262 00:18:51,923 --> 00:18:55,175 Your company is all l ever desire. 263 00:18:57,220 --> 00:18:58,428 And? 264 00:18:59,347 --> 00:19:02,516 And l would not refuse the comforts of a well-appointed villa, 265 00:19:02,600 --> 00:19:04,893 until l manage other arrangements. 266 00:19:05,645 --> 00:19:07,103 lnvolving a ripe purse? 267 00:19:09,398 --> 00:19:11,233 l shall ask Quintus when he returns. 268 00:19:11,317 --> 00:19:12,442 Ask? 269 00:19:13,611 --> 00:19:16,404 Women do not ask their husbands for permission. 270 00:19:17,406 --> 00:19:19,324 They manoeuvre them to proper answer 271 00:19:19,408 --> 00:19:21,660 before question is ever put to tongue. 272 00:19:21,911 --> 00:19:22,911 Gaia. 273 00:19:24,038 --> 00:19:26,498 So many years have passed, and yet nothing has changed. 274 00:19:28,417 --> 00:19:29,918 Everything has changed, 275 00:19:31,462 --> 00:19:34,005 and for the better, by the judging of it. 276 00:19:36,175 --> 00:19:39,928 When last we parted, this house was but a tomb, 277 00:19:40,680 --> 00:19:44,641 haunted by the living spectre of your husband's father. 278 00:19:44,725 --> 00:19:47,102 And you, forced to smile and cater, 279 00:19:47,186 --> 00:19:49,938 bringing him his honeyed wine every evening. 280 00:19:50,898 --> 00:19:53,859 l thought the crusty old bastard would never succumb to the afterlife. 281 00:19:53,943 --> 00:19:56,278 He is not yet so far removed. 282 00:19:56,779 --> 00:19:59,155 Merely retired to Sicilia for his health. 283 00:19:59,407 --> 00:20:01,992 So he yet controls the ludus? 284 00:20:02,451 --> 00:20:04,619 No. My husband does. 285 00:20:05,288 --> 00:20:06,788 As his proxy. 286 00:20:06,998 --> 00:20:08,415 Was Gannicus well-attended then? 287 00:20:08,916 --> 00:20:10,417 He was, Domina. 288 00:20:10,835 --> 00:20:12,377 Gannicus? 289 00:20:13,170 --> 00:20:18,675 That Celt with the ridiculously charming smile? 290 00:20:19,260 --> 00:20:20,969 He has risen to prominence in the ludus, 291 00:20:21,053 --> 00:20:23,430 ever since Oenomaus was injured against Theokoles. 292 00:20:25,099 --> 00:20:27,058 ln an amazing display of bravery. 293 00:20:28,144 --> 00:20:29,436 Gannicus. 294 00:20:29,979 --> 00:20:30,979 Oenomaus. 295 00:20:31,063 --> 00:20:34,733 All the hard, rippling men right beneath our feet. 296 00:20:36,027 --> 00:20:37,736 One moistens at the thought. 297 00:20:37,987 --> 00:20:38,987 Gaia! 298 00:20:39,447 --> 00:20:40,989 They are but slaves! 299 00:20:41,449 --> 00:20:42,449 Please. 300 00:20:43,367 --> 00:20:45,869 ln all the years you've called this ludus home, 301 00:20:45,953 --> 00:20:48,288 you've never once considered fucking one of them? 302 00:20:50,082 --> 00:20:52,584 The very thought of that turns my stomach. 303 00:20:53,878 --> 00:20:56,338 l would never lay with any man besides my husband. 304 00:20:57,089 --> 00:20:59,299 Let alone a filthy gladiator. 305 00:21:04,138 --> 00:21:05,263 Fucking Gaul. 306 00:21:05,681 --> 00:21:08,683 Another sacrifice to the gods of the arena. 307 00:21:15,107 --> 00:21:18,360 Dagan thinks you have a form, giving odds in your favour. 308 00:21:19,028 --> 00:21:20,111 Odds? 309 00:21:20,196 --> 00:21:21,905 Do you know where you are, friend? 310 00:21:22,073 --> 00:21:23,490 The House of Batiatus. 311 00:21:24,158 --> 00:21:25,951 -Trainer of gladiators. -Yes. 312 00:21:26,285 --> 00:21:27,994 You stand among his latest recruits. 313 00:21:28,871 --> 00:21:30,580 Bound by pain and blood, 314 00:21:31,624 --> 00:21:34,876 together we toil beneath the cruel sting of Doctore's whip. 315 00:21:35,419 --> 00:21:37,170 There were eight of us when training began. 316 00:21:38,089 --> 00:21:39,214 Now we're but three. 317 00:21:40,383 --> 00:21:41,383 Four. 318 00:21:47,390 --> 00:21:49,808 And how are we so blessed by a swelling number? 319 00:21:51,435 --> 00:21:54,396 By what means do you find yourself among such storied company? 320 00:21:55,189 --> 00:21:56,231 My own. 321 00:21:57,566 --> 00:22:00,568 l was bound to Appius, the slaver, 322 00:22:01,070 --> 00:22:03,905 carrying stone toward purpose of the new arena. 323 00:22:04,240 --> 00:22:09,244 l saw Batiatus, and knew him by his words of gladiators. 324 00:22:11,580 --> 00:22:13,331 So l gained his attention. 325 00:22:13,624 --> 00:22:15,417 You willingly present ass for fucking? 326 00:22:15,751 --> 00:22:16,751 No. 327 00:22:18,546 --> 00:22:20,088 No, young lndus. 328 00:22:21,173 --> 00:22:22,632 Do you not see it in his eyes? 329 00:22:24,593 --> 00:22:28,722 This is a man with dreams of blood and glory. 330 00:22:29,015 --> 00:22:30,682 l doubt he'll live to see the test. 331 00:22:31,892 --> 00:22:33,935 -Test? -Our last trial. 332 00:22:34,770 --> 00:22:36,646 We must all face one of the seasoned men 333 00:22:36,731 --> 00:22:39,107 and demonstrate to the Dominus what we have learnt. 334 00:22:39,900 --> 00:22:43,570 Live, and receive the Mark of the Brotherhood, 335 00:22:43,654 --> 00:22:46,156 proving yourself worthy of the arena. 336 00:22:47,158 --> 00:22:48,825 l will stand upon its sands. 337 00:22:55,666 --> 00:22:57,292 He longs to call you brother 338 00:22:57,918 --> 00:23:00,045 and join you as gladiator. 339 00:23:03,632 --> 00:23:05,633 Tell him the feeling is well-shared. 340 00:23:07,720 --> 00:23:09,471 Jupiter's cock! 341 00:23:11,474 --> 00:23:15,477 Fifty denarii for a fucking stone haulier. 342 00:23:16,479 --> 00:23:17,937 Coin well spent. 343 00:23:19,815 --> 00:23:20,982 Was it? 344 00:23:22,151 --> 00:23:25,361 Word surely has reached Tullius' ear, yet none of gratitude return. 345 00:23:26,947 --> 00:23:28,448 Fifty denarii ! 346 00:23:29,492 --> 00:23:30,492 Solonius was right. 347 00:23:30,576 --> 00:23:32,869 l should temper patience, as my father would. 348 00:23:32,953 --> 00:23:34,829 You're not your father. 349 00:23:36,290 --> 00:23:37,749 Nor would l have it so. 350 00:23:40,169 --> 00:23:42,670 Perhaps tomorrow you will find yourself in the market, 351 00:23:43,547 --> 00:23:47,467 where you have often mentioned Tullius frequents upon a certain hour 352 00:23:47,551 --> 00:23:49,010 overseeing his concerns. 353 00:23:49,720 --> 00:23:51,554 A chance encounter to gauge reaction? 354 00:23:51,639 --> 00:23:53,098 Certain to be favourable. 355 00:23:54,517 --> 00:23:57,352 As l know your reply to my request will be. 356 00:23:59,480 --> 00:24:01,022 Give it voice and see it considered. 357 00:24:02,608 --> 00:24:04,526 l would have Gaia remain with us. 358 00:24:04,860 --> 00:24:06,194 Just for a few days, 359 00:24:06,445 --> 00:24:08,113 until she can manage other arrangements. 360 00:24:08,364 --> 00:24:10,031 The request does not surprise. 361 00:24:11,283 --> 00:24:12,450 ls that a yes? 362 00:24:12,535 --> 00:24:15,036 Ask for the moon, and l would wrest it from the heavens. 363 00:24:16,163 --> 00:24:18,456 Gaia will be so pleased at your answer. 364 00:24:19,375 --> 00:24:23,002 Let her keep company with her wine a moment longer. 365 00:24:27,299 --> 00:24:30,260 Has a wife ever had such a husband? 366 00:24:31,011 --> 00:24:32,345 He but honours her 367 00:24:32,429 --> 00:24:35,431 and the gods for guiding her to his arms. . . 368 00:25:36,577 --> 00:25:39,287 Crixus, lower your shield when you thrust. 369 00:25:40,122 --> 00:25:43,082 See it raised, or your fucking brains on the sand. 370 00:25:43,584 --> 00:25:44,876 Yes, Doctore. 371 00:25:47,379 --> 00:25:48,463 Lucky blow. 372 00:25:49,131 --> 00:25:50,131 A blow well struck. 373 00:25:50,257 --> 00:25:51,758 l will not make the same mistake. 374 00:25:58,349 --> 00:25:59,390 Good ! 375 00:25:59,475 --> 00:26:00,600 Again ! 376 00:26:07,483 --> 00:26:08,608 Doctore! 377 00:26:09,443 --> 00:26:11,819 l would work the palus. ln the shade. 378 00:26:15,491 --> 00:26:17,242 l would not let gaze linger. 379 00:26:17,534 --> 00:26:20,536 Gannicus is a fucking fool, yet one of deadly skill. 380 00:26:20,788 --> 00:26:23,373 He's often rewarded for his victories with wine and cunt. 381 00:26:24,041 --> 00:26:26,793 Gain Dominus' favour, and such delights could be yours. 382 00:26:31,340 --> 00:26:33,967 Drink and women are not my concern. 383 00:26:34,802 --> 00:26:35,843 More for me then. 384 00:26:39,640 --> 00:26:40,682 Fucking recruits. 385 00:26:41,558 --> 00:26:43,977 Smaller and smaller each year. 386 00:26:48,023 --> 00:26:49,065 Apologies. 387 00:26:57,866 --> 00:26:58,992 Oenomaus! 388 00:27:00,035 --> 00:27:01,369 You return to form. 389 00:27:03,038 --> 00:27:04,872 Pair with Crixus, and bring him up to speed. 390 00:27:08,168 --> 00:27:09,377 Dominus. 391 00:27:21,015 --> 00:27:22,015 Gratitude. 392 00:27:22,391 --> 00:27:23,766 For your instructions. 393 00:27:27,187 --> 00:27:28,730 Lesson one, 394 00:27:28,814 --> 00:27:30,523 never drop your fucking guard. 395 00:27:34,737 --> 00:27:35,945 Do you lay eyes? 396 00:27:36,030 --> 00:27:38,072 No. Perhaps Tullius did not come today. 397 00:27:38,157 --> 00:27:41,284 He always arrives, and seldom departs before noonday sun. 398 00:27:41,368 --> 00:27:43,578 Are you his shadow now, adhered to each footstep? 399 00:27:43,662 --> 00:27:44,996 l but study my subject, 400 00:27:45,080 --> 00:27:47,582 as any proper student would in the pursuit of knowledge. 401 00:27:48,584 --> 00:27:49,876 Tullius' man. 402 00:27:51,587 --> 00:27:53,129 l seek your master, good Tullius. 403 00:27:53,213 --> 00:27:54,213 Would he be within? 404 00:27:56,133 --> 00:27:58,009 l wish to express my gratitude 405 00:27:58,093 --> 00:28:00,762 for allowing me to purchase his slave, Crixus. 406 00:28:01,305 --> 00:28:03,431 The Gaul shows great promise towards the arena. 407 00:28:05,768 --> 00:28:07,435 Perhaps you could pass word of my presence. 408 00:28:13,150 --> 00:28:15,276 You owe me a few of those, if you recall. 409 00:28:16,111 --> 00:28:17,987 A costly enterprise, for us both. 410 00:28:18,447 --> 00:28:20,114 But one prays we'll turn profit. 411 00:28:22,618 --> 00:28:23,826 Good Batiatus. 412 00:28:25,079 --> 00:28:26,704 The gods answer. 413 00:28:29,375 --> 00:28:30,792 ln mocking tone. 414 00:28:30,918 --> 00:28:32,627 l hope for occasion to give gratitude 415 00:28:32,711 --> 00:28:34,670 for relieving me of that troublesome Gaul. 416 00:28:35,047 --> 00:28:36,130 Think nothing of it. 417 00:28:36,382 --> 00:28:38,633 A gesture of respect, for a man deserving of it. 418 00:28:38,801 --> 00:28:40,259 Received with all intentions. 419 00:28:40,427 --> 00:28:42,136 Yet l fear you have overpaid. 420 00:28:42,221 --> 00:28:45,723 A common mistake, for those with no head towards business. 421 00:28:47,226 --> 00:28:50,728 Fifty denarii, minus the 1 0 of the Gaul's actual worth. 422 00:28:51,605 --> 00:28:52,647 Well. . . 423 00:28:52,898 --> 00:28:55,733 l do not ask for its return. Fair bargain was struck. 424 00:28:55,859 --> 00:28:56,984 Fair? 425 00:28:57,069 --> 00:28:59,695 A clumsy manoeuvre to gain position for your ill-trained men. 426 00:28:59,780 --> 00:29:00,738 Vettius. 427 00:29:00,823 --> 00:29:02,156 lll-trained? 428 00:29:02,241 --> 00:29:04,742 Any one of my men could best yours fucking blindfolded, 429 00:29:04,827 --> 00:29:05,827 you pissy little shit. 430 00:29:06,120 --> 00:29:07,620 Listen how the rooster crows. 431 00:29:07,704 --> 00:29:09,580 -Let us calm ourselves. . . -You doubt my words? 432 00:29:09,665 --> 00:29:10,915 Test them. 433 00:29:11,500 --> 00:29:13,418 Request the match in next month's games. 434 00:29:13,502 --> 00:29:14,585 Why delay? 435 00:29:14,670 --> 00:29:16,254 Let us see it here in the morning, 436 00:29:16,505 --> 00:29:18,923 the people to judge who holds the better man. 437 00:29:19,007 --> 00:29:20,007 ln the market? 438 00:29:20,300 --> 00:29:23,469 Surely the Magistrate would not approve such disruption. 439 00:29:23,846 --> 00:29:25,388 Good Tullius has his ear. 440 00:29:25,514 --> 00:29:27,515 The Magistrate could be swayed to allow it, 441 00:29:28,100 --> 00:29:29,267 if that is what you wish? 442 00:29:30,018 --> 00:29:31,144 lt is. 443 00:29:31,228 --> 00:29:32,395 And long past due. 444 00:29:33,522 --> 00:29:34,605 Tomorrow then. 445 00:29:35,399 --> 00:29:37,984 A friendly rivalry, well settled. 446 00:29:40,821 --> 00:29:42,738 You press beyond advantage. 447 00:29:42,823 --> 00:29:43,865 No. 448 00:29:44,032 --> 00:29:46,117 l fucking press towards it. 449 00:29:47,077 --> 00:29:48,953 You should have seen young Vettius, 450 00:29:49,037 --> 00:29:51,789 so easily goaded into making challenge! 451 00:29:51,874 --> 00:29:53,124 The fucking child ! 452 00:29:53,208 --> 00:29:56,127 All men are reduced in years when faced with a superior mind. 453 00:29:56,211 --> 00:29:58,129 Superior in all accounting ! 454 00:29:58,213 --> 00:29:59,714 A fact Tullius and the rest of the city 455 00:29:59,798 --> 00:30:01,215 will bear witness to in the marketplace. 456 00:30:01,508 --> 00:30:03,384 Sleep will come with difficulty tonight. 457 00:30:03,886 --> 00:30:06,012 lt's been ages since l've seen a decent match. 458 00:30:06,555 --> 00:30:07,638 Or Tullius. 459 00:30:07,723 --> 00:30:08,848 ln the blush of youth, 460 00:30:08,932 --> 00:30:11,517 he was forever attempting to slip beneath my robes. 461 00:30:11,768 --> 00:30:13,102 You should have fucking let him. 462 00:30:13,812 --> 00:30:15,646 Tullius has grown to be a man of worth. 463 00:30:16,482 --> 00:30:18,608 One to be emulated and admired. 464 00:30:19,693 --> 00:30:21,694 And who will you choose to impress him? 465 00:30:21,987 --> 00:30:24,405 Vettius' foolishness presents rare opportunity. 466 00:30:25,782 --> 00:30:27,700 The question begs careful consideration. 467 00:30:36,001 --> 00:30:37,585 l have news to lift the heart. 468 00:30:37,961 --> 00:30:39,587 Vettius has made challenge. 469 00:30:40,047 --> 00:30:41,422 The coward finds his cock. 470 00:30:41,507 --> 00:30:43,090 And l would see it shrivelled. 471 00:30:43,425 --> 00:30:46,427 My best man is to meet his dog in the marketplace come morning. 472 00:30:46,720 --> 00:30:47,720 The market? 473 00:30:47,804 --> 00:30:49,263 Detail of no consequence. 474 00:30:49,431 --> 00:30:50,932 My question to you is plain. 475 00:30:52,017 --> 00:30:54,101 ls our man prepared for such a vital match? 476 00:30:56,438 --> 00:30:57,605 Yes, Dominus. 477 00:30:57,689 --> 00:30:59,524 l long to honour this house once again. 478 00:31:02,569 --> 00:31:04,612 l fear you have mistaken intentions. 479 00:31:06,156 --> 00:31:07,240 l speak of Gannicus. 480 00:31:11,620 --> 00:31:12,703 Gannicus. 481 00:31:16,124 --> 00:31:17,917 The question is better put to Doctore. 482 00:31:20,087 --> 00:31:21,087 Leave. 483 00:31:23,966 --> 00:31:25,675 His counsel is always valued, 484 00:31:27,553 --> 00:31:30,054 yet he is my father's man. 485 00:31:31,014 --> 00:31:34,475 His judgement clouded through a haze of outdated traditions. 486 00:31:34,810 --> 00:31:37,144 l seek a more visceral assessment. 487 00:31:37,980 --> 00:31:39,772 You and l practically grew up together in this ludus. 488 00:31:39,856 --> 00:31:43,109 You have witnessed the rise and fall of a dozen champions. 489 00:31:44,820 --> 00:31:48,489 What now does your gut tell you of Gannicus? 490 00:31:49,491 --> 00:31:50,658 ls he worthy of the mantle? 491 00:31:54,204 --> 00:31:55,204 l believe it so. 492 00:31:57,457 --> 00:31:59,292 He must truly be for you to offer support, 493 00:32:01,003 --> 00:32:02,420 despite your own desires. 494 00:32:03,297 --> 00:32:05,923 l would not give false tongue to gain advantage. 495 00:32:07,301 --> 00:32:09,343 There are few that would stand with you so. 496 00:32:10,637 --> 00:32:12,388 Your wife's weekly visit. Two nights hence? 497 00:32:12,931 --> 00:32:13,931 Yes, Dominus. 498 00:32:14,016 --> 00:32:16,058 l would see her to your bed tonight as well. 499 00:32:16,143 --> 00:32:18,185 ln gratitude for honest thoughts. 500 00:32:19,479 --> 00:32:20,521 Dominus. 501 00:32:27,029 --> 00:32:29,196 Do the gods ever answer your prayers? 502 00:32:29,865 --> 00:32:32,908 They often reveal their leanings, though not in words. 503 00:32:33,368 --> 00:32:34,660 Much like my husband. 504 00:32:36,788 --> 00:32:38,372 Dominus summoned me. 505 00:32:38,624 --> 00:32:40,374 To ask of Gannicus. 506 00:32:40,792 --> 00:32:41,792 Gannicus? 507 00:32:42,794 --> 00:32:44,253 He has chosen him as champion. 508 00:32:46,006 --> 00:32:48,633 He is to face Vettius' man in the marketplace tomorrow. 509 00:32:50,510 --> 00:32:51,802 And this is why you sulk? 510 00:32:53,388 --> 00:32:55,640 The streets are no place for the mighty Oenomaus 511 00:32:55,724 --> 00:32:56,932 to make his return. 512 00:32:57,976 --> 00:33:00,144 The arena will be home to your triumphs, 513 00:33:00,228 --> 00:33:01,395 when the time comes. 514 00:33:02,397 --> 00:33:04,482 And l will be there to witness it. 515 00:33:45,273 --> 00:33:46,774 l will dream of your touch. 516 00:33:47,317 --> 00:33:50,236 As l dream of yours every night. 517 00:34:02,332 --> 00:34:05,876 Blood rains down from an angry sky 518 00:34:05,961 --> 00:34:09,588 My cock rages on, my cock rages on 519 00:34:10,215 --> 00:34:13,968 Blood rains down from an angry sky 520 00:34:14,344 --> 00:34:17,972 My cock rages on, my cock rages on 521 00:34:18,432 --> 00:34:19,432 Gannicus! 522 00:34:19,599 --> 00:34:20,599 Brother! 523 00:34:20,726 --> 00:34:22,977 Brother, come, drink, join me! 524 00:34:23,145 --> 00:34:24,145 Lower voice! 525 00:34:24,312 --> 00:34:25,730 lf the guards were to hear you. . . 526 00:34:25,814 --> 00:34:28,941 The guards have already passed and were well plied with wine 527 00:34:29,025 --> 00:34:30,818 to keep nose from fucking business. 528 00:34:31,486 --> 00:34:33,904 Tomorrow, you fight for the honour of this ludus. 529 00:34:34,156 --> 00:34:35,322 Now is not the time for drink. 530 00:34:35,490 --> 00:34:37,324 Every night is a time for drink. 531 00:34:38,827 --> 00:34:40,619 For the morning sun may greet you 532 00:34:42,122 --> 00:34:47,001 with your last fucking day. 533 00:34:52,466 --> 00:34:53,674 Fall to your bed. 534 00:34:54,801 --> 00:34:56,886 Or risk steeper plummet against Vettius' man. 535 00:34:57,554 --> 00:35:01,766 Words of wisdom, well received. Well, well received. 536 00:35:05,854 --> 00:35:07,354 Oenomaus? 537 00:35:10,525 --> 00:35:11,859 lt should be you tomorrow. 538 00:35:23,371 --> 00:35:24,955 Where is good Vettius? 539 00:35:25,290 --> 00:35:26,290 ls he among you? 540 00:35:26,750 --> 00:35:28,250 Or did he come to his sense, 541 00:35:28,335 --> 00:35:31,170 and remain within the warm safety of his bed? 542 00:35:32,005 --> 00:35:33,214 There he stands! 543 00:35:33,924 --> 00:35:35,549 Fresh and young as a new-born calf. 544 00:35:36,676 --> 00:35:38,302 The fool at last shows himself. 545 00:35:38,762 --> 00:35:40,054 Batiatus. 546 00:35:40,388 --> 00:35:41,972 We had begun to fret on your arrival. 547 00:35:43,183 --> 00:35:45,559 Although l see you arrive with unexpected gift. 548 00:35:47,062 --> 00:35:48,354 lt has been too long, Gaia. 549 00:35:48,730 --> 00:35:50,147 And grows longer still. 550 00:35:50,357 --> 00:35:51,690 Apologies for my delay. 551 00:35:52,108 --> 00:35:54,985 l had much difficulty in the choosing of a man. 552 00:35:55,904 --> 00:35:57,154 An imposing task, 553 00:35:57,739 --> 00:36:00,324 when each among my stable stands a titan ! 554 00:36:01,201 --> 00:36:03,869 Perhaps young Vettius should have taken more time 555 00:36:03,954 --> 00:36:05,079 with the choosing of his own. 556 00:36:05,705 --> 00:36:08,249 Words fall from your mouth, as shit from ass. 557 00:36:09,125 --> 00:36:12,211 Let us not become mired in base exchange. 558 00:36:13,922 --> 00:36:15,756 We are gathered this glorious day 559 00:36:16,591 --> 00:36:20,553 to witness honourable contest between respected rivals. 560 00:36:22,013 --> 00:36:23,055 Clear space! 561 00:36:27,352 --> 00:36:29,103 The years have favoured Tullius. 562 00:36:29,312 --> 00:36:30,604 And his purse. 563 00:36:31,606 --> 00:36:32,940 A brawl in the streets? 564 00:36:33,066 --> 00:36:35,067 Where is the honour in such a thing? 565 00:36:35,402 --> 00:36:36,402 Fuck honour. 566 00:36:37,195 --> 00:36:38,195 This is business. 567 00:36:38,280 --> 00:36:41,615 Gratitude to Magistrate Sextus. 568 00:36:41,741 --> 00:36:43,951 The event's turn is larger than expected. 569 00:36:44,035 --> 00:36:46,287 Your mad schemes may yet bear fruit. 570 00:36:46,663 --> 00:36:48,289 Enough for both of us to feast upon. 571 00:36:48,415 --> 00:36:50,875 ln the streets of the great city of Capua! 572 00:36:54,254 --> 00:36:55,504 Batiatus. 573 00:36:56,298 --> 00:36:57,715 Present your man. 574 00:36:58,633 --> 00:37:01,969 ln honour of the Magistrate, esteemed Tullius, 575 00:37:03,221 --> 00:37:04,638 and the good people of Capua. . . 576 00:37:04,890 --> 00:37:10,561 l give to you the fiercest Celt ever to take up arms in the arena! 577 00:37:11,646 --> 00:37:13,272 Slayer of beasts! 578 00:37:14,232 --> 00:37:16,317 Conqueror of giants! 579 00:37:16,526 --> 00:37:19,069 Behold Gannicus! 580 00:37:19,863 --> 00:37:22,281 Champion of the House of Batiatus! 581 00:37:29,664 --> 00:37:31,290 A fine choice. 582 00:37:32,459 --> 00:37:33,667 Vettius. 583 00:37:34,002 --> 00:37:35,002 Present your man. 584 00:37:35,170 --> 00:37:37,922 l have no tongue for overripe embellishment. 585 00:37:38,006 --> 00:37:39,006 Nor is it required. 586 00:37:39,758 --> 00:37:41,175 Otho, stand forth. 587 00:37:49,726 --> 00:37:51,060 Your day finally comes. 588 00:37:51,603 --> 00:37:52,770 And yours ends. 589 00:37:53,355 --> 00:37:56,565 Gratitude to Batiatus and Vettius. 590 00:37:57,525 --> 00:38:01,236 Now, let us judge who stands the better house! 591 00:38:07,202 --> 00:38:08,869 Apologies, Magistrate. 592 00:38:10,455 --> 00:38:11,872 There appears to be something missing. 593 00:38:14,751 --> 00:38:16,085 Where is your man's blindfold? 594 00:38:18,171 --> 00:38:20,255 Blindfold? What the fuck? 595 00:38:22,342 --> 00:38:24,718 That was your boast, was it not? 596 00:38:27,931 --> 00:38:32,393 That your gladiator could best any of my men absent sight? 597 00:38:37,899 --> 00:38:39,274 You did voice such a challenge. 598 00:38:40,819 --> 00:38:43,237 A simple figure of speech, not meant to be. . . 599 00:38:43,655 --> 00:38:44,655 Good Tullius. 600 00:38:44,739 --> 00:38:47,074 lf Batiatus does not wish to honour terms, 601 00:38:47,200 --> 00:38:48,993 he should remove himself, 602 00:38:49,202 --> 00:38:50,744 with tail between legs. 603 00:39:02,799 --> 00:39:03,799 Doctore. 604 00:39:07,262 --> 00:39:08,262 Come. 605 00:39:09,597 --> 00:39:11,432 The task should not be that difficult. 606 00:39:12,517 --> 00:39:15,602 l need only direct my blades towards the smell of shit. 607 00:39:17,772 --> 00:39:19,440 Gannicus. Ever the fool. 608 00:39:28,783 --> 00:39:30,617 Are you going to allow this, Quintus? 609 00:39:30,702 --> 00:39:32,453 The choice has been removed from my hands. 610 00:39:37,459 --> 00:39:38,459 Begin ! 611 00:40:02,108 --> 00:40:03,150 Yes! 612 00:40:13,119 --> 00:40:14,244 How thrilling. 613 00:40:14,871 --> 00:40:16,163 l've never seen such a thing. 614 00:40:16,664 --> 00:40:18,040 For good reason. 615 00:40:49,197 --> 00:40:50,197 A noble attempt. 616 00:40:50,573 --> 00:40:52,407 To be remembered only in its failing. 617 00:41:25,400 --> 00:41:36,118 Get up! 618 00:41:46,087 --> 00:41:47,087 Yes! 619 00:41:54,304 --> 00:41:55,596 Fucking kill him ! 620 00:41:59,392 --> 00:42:00,392 Yes! 621 00:42:15,825 --> 00:42:18,619 Have you ever fucking seen the like? 622 00:42:20,580 --> 00:42:25,042 Perhaps good Vettius should pit a man less prone to death 623 00:42:25,126 --> 00:42:26,585 against the mighty Gannicus. 624 00:42:27,462 --> 00:42:28,795 An impressive display, Batiatus. 625 00:42:29,214 --> 00:42:30,589 One not soon forgotten. 626 00:42:32,508 --> 00:42:33,926 Gannicus is truly a wonder. 627 00:42:34,928 --> 00:42:37,221 One deserving more prominent position in the games. 628 00:42:37,805 --> 00:42:39,306 You gaze upon my very thoughts. 629 00:42:40,183 --> 00:42:41,266 Commitments beckon. 630 00:42:42,310 --> 00:42:44,478 Join me at Nestor's shop after the market closes, 631 00:42:44,604 --> 00:42:46,605 and we shall discuss your man at length. 632 00:43:03,164 --> 00:43:07,251 Only mad Gannicus could win contest fucking blindfolded. 633 00:43:07,835 --> 00:43:09,169 Barca could do the same. 634 00:43:09,671 --> 00:43:12,339 And l would kill you for being a fool. 635 00:43:13,675 --> 00:43:14,883 Auctus speaks truth. 636 00:43:15,426 --> 00:43:19,513 Facing Vettius' man absent sight was beyond foolish. 637 00:43:20,348 --> 00:43:23,725 The gods must have taken pity on your addled brain. 638 00:43:24,018 --> 00:43:25,852 The gods had naught to do with it. 639 00:43:26,688 --> 00:43:29,940 Otho, he grunts like a stuck pig before each attack. 640 00:43:30,483 --> 00:43:32,901 And his squeals, they gave way his position ! 641 00:43:34,946 --> 00:43:36,530 Your victory lifts the heart. 642 00:43:37,699 --> 00:43:39,908 You will not be rid of Gannicus so easily, brother. 643 00:43:42,412 --> 00:43:45,038 Dominus, he rewards me with all the wine 644 00:43:45,123 --> 00:43:48,542 that l can drink and l would share it with my brothers! 645 00:43:51,713 --> 00:43:52,921 Those that bear the mark. 646 00:43:56,843 --> 00:43:58,051 One day. 647 00:44:01,055 --> 00:44:04,057 Gannicus' victory forges path to greater glory. 648 00:44:05,435 --> 00:44:06,476 With Tullius' support, 649 00:44:06,561 --> 00:44:09,646 we can finally gain proper position in games. 650 00:44:09,856 --> 00:44:12,107 Maybe a place in the opening ceremony of the new arena. 651 00:44:12,442 --> 00:44:13,984 After such a magnificent showing, 652 00:44:14,235 --> 00:44:15,444 l have no doubt Gannicus 653 00:44:15,528 --> 00:44:17,404 will be offered a place in the Primus. 654 00:44:17,947 --> 00:44:19,239 Primus? 655 00:44:19,407 --> 00:44:23,660 Yeah, l favour the fucking sound of that. 656 00:44:26,247 --> 00:44:27,497 Expect late return. 657 00:44:27,582 --> 00:44:29,207 l would seek out Solonius afterwards 658 00:44:29,751 --> 00:44:32,544 to discuss extending advantage to his house as well. 659 00:44:34,130 --> 00:44:36,048 Send Tullius my regards. 660 00:44:36,883 --> 00:44:39,426 And gauge his response in remembering me. 661 00:44:41,596 --> 00:44:42,804 How could he fucking forget you? 662 00:44:46,893 --> 00:44:50,145 lt staggers mind, the change in him. 663 00:44:51,189 --> 00:44:52,397 Change? 664 00:44:52,648 --> 00:44:55,359 You know my meaning. He always seemed so. . . 665 00:44:55,902 --> 00:44:57,235 Demure and cowed. 666 00:44:57,320 --> 00:44:59,154 Now he positively burns. 667 00:44:59,530 --> 00:45:01,406 He has always done so. 668 00:45:02,408 --> 00:45:05,118 His light was merely muted by the shadow of his father. 669 00:45:05,328 --> 00:45:08,705 The man could turn day to night with disapproving frown. 670 00:45:11,000 --> 00:45:12,709 He never cared much for me. 671 00:45:14,754 --> 00:45:18,632 Or, l suspect, anything that smacked of enjoyment. 672 00:45:21,469 --> 00:45:23,011 And what might this be? 673 00:45:24,305 --> 00:45:25,472 More gifts from Rome. 674 00:45:27,975 --> 00:45:29,559 The finest opium, carried from Cyprus. 675 00:45:35,316 --> 00:45:37,984 l have not partaken in many years. 676 00:45:39,946 --> 00:45:42,823 -My husband. . . -Will be gone most of the night. 677 00:45:49,330 --> 00:45:50,497 Good Batiatus. 678 00:45:51,666 --> 00:45:54,584 Word of Gannicus' victory has spread throughout the city. 679 00:45:55,586 --> 00:45:58,004 His name, and yours, fall from every mouth. 680 00:45:59,090 --> 00:46:00,674 May they always find the taste pleasing. 681 00:46:02,677 --> 00:46:04,511 Everyone clamours to see your man again. 682 00:46:04,720 --> 00:46:06,179 With exception of poor Vettius. 683 00:46:06,347 --> 00:46:08,098 He is fit for seizure from the ordeal. 684 00:46:08,182 --> 00:46:09,433 Unfortunate 685 00:46:09,517 --> 00:46:12,519 that he could not provide more worthy opponent. 686 00:46:13,062 --> 00:46:15,105 His stock is well-known to be of inferior quality, 687 00:46:15,189 --> 00:46:16,481 as is the boy himself. 688 00:46:16,691 --> 00:46:18,525 The manner in which he tends the ludus, 689 00:46:19,527 --> 00:46:21,486 the child has no fucking talent for it. 690 00:46:23,364 --> 00:46:24,698 You surprise me, Batiatus. 691 00:46:25,950 --> 00:46:27,868 Your disposition towards business is much more 692 00:46:29,120 --> 00:46:30,245 aggressive than your father's. 693 00:46:31,873 --> 00:46:33,081 We are of diverging temperament. 694 00:46:33,791 --> 00:46:34,791 And desires. 695 00:46:36,502 --> 00:46:38,128 How does he fare in Sicilia? 696 00:46:39,547 --> 00:46:42,549 The clime is more agreeable to various conditions 697 00:46:42,633 --> 00:46:44,426 brought about by the passing of the years. 698 00:46:45,720 --> 00:46:48,180 How did the Magistrate take to Gannicus' display? 699 00:46:49,056 --> 00:46:51,516 lgnited by it, as was the crowd. 700 00:46:54,020 --> 00:46:55,979 He even broached subject of retaining the man 701 00:46:56,063 --> 00:46:57,689 for the opening games of the new arena. 702 00:46:59,275 --> 00:47:01,193 Gannicus in the opening games? 703 00:47:03,446 --> 00:47:05,989 lf you could aid in such a thing, l would forever be in your debt. 704 00:47:07,283 --> 00:47:09,367 lt merely requires a word in the proper ear. 705 00:47:09,744 --> 00:47:11,870 All that remains is to agree upon a price. 706 00:47:13,456 --> 00:47:14,456 Of course. 707 00:47:15,041 --> 00:47:16,666 l would be happy to see coin to your hand 708 00:47:16,751 --> 00:47:18,084 in exchange for assistance. 709 00:47:19,086 --> 00:47:21,588 What sum did you have in mind? 710 00:47:24,300 --> 00:47:26,426 You misunderstand, Batiatus. 711 00:47:26,928 --> 00:47:28,512 l do not offer to broker arrangement, 712 00:47:28,596 --> 00:47:30,180 l offer to purchase your man. 713 00:47:33,935 --> 00:47:34,935 Purchase? 714 00:47:36,646 --> 00:47:38,897 But why would you want a gladiator? You're not a lanista. 715 00:47:38,981 --> 00:47:40,440 Jupiter's cock, no. 716 00:47:41,400 --> 00:47:43,318 Yet l have many vested interests. 717 00:47:43,611 --> 00:47:45,654 ln shipping, goods and services. 718 00:47:45,780 --> 00:47:47,113 This very shop. 719 00:47:48,282 --> 00:47:49,991 And young Vettius' ludus. 720 00:47:56,958 --> 00:47:58,458 Look at the little fuck now. 721 00:47:58,793 --> 00:48:00,210 About to shit himself. 722 00:48:00,294 --> 00:48:01,545 Still your tongue. 723 00:48:02,213 --> 00:48:03,630 The grownups are talking. 724 00:48:07,301 --> 00:48:08,885 Two hundred denarii. 725 00:48:09,554 --> 00:48:10,971 A generous offer. 726 00:48:11,138 --> 00:48:13,265 ln respect of your father. 727 00:48:15,017 --> 00:48:16,351 Apologies. 728 00:48:17,353 --> 00:48:18,603 l would not part with the man. 729 00:48:22,483 --> 00:48:26,319 l allow you to purchase one of my slaves, 730 00:48:26,404 --> 00:48:28,905 yet now you deny me the same opportunity? 731 00:48:30,533 --> 00:48:32,158 Gannicus is not for sale. 732 00:48:34,620 --> 00:48:36,997 Everything is for sale, Batiatus. 733 00:48:37,915 --> 00:48:39,583 The question is but price. 734 00:49:55,951 --> 00:49:57,494 l make fair offer. 735 00:49:58,704 --> 00:50:01,956 And you produce cock to piss on me. 736 00:50:03,709 --> 00:50:06,252 Do you know what that feels like, Batiatus? 737 00:50:27,274 --> 00:50:28,983 Reconsider your answer. 738 00:50:30,069 --> 00:50:32,529 Or be excluded from the games forever.