1 00:00:22,731 --> 00:00:25,441 We have won many victories in the arena. 2 00:00:26,110 --> 00:00:29,237 Sent many an unworthy opponent to the afterlife. 3 00:00:29,697 --> 00:00:33,950 Yet self-important men hold us to the lesser matches of the morning, 4 00:00:34,493 --> 00:00:36,953 absent both eyes and prominence. 5 00:00:38,330 --> 00:00:40,498 Such time has found its end. 6 00:00:41,500 --> 00:00:44,877 Two days hence, our champion will take to the sands 7 00:00:44,962 --> 00:00:48,131 to face another of Vettius' shit-eating dogs. 8 00:00:49,133 --> 00:00:53,261 Not in the streets, but in the fucking Primus! 9 00:00:55,889 --> 00:00:59,350 Behold the champion whose recent performance 10 00:00:59,435 --> 00:01:01,519 inspired good Varis to return 11 00:01:01,603 --> 00:01:04,522 the House of Batiatus to proper position ! 12 00:01:05,649 --> 00:01:07,400 Behold, Gannicus! 13 00:01:10,446 --> 00:01:11,988 Gannicus! Gannicus! 14 00:01:13,157 --> 00:01:14,991 An inspired performance, indeed. 15 00:01:16,118 --> 00:01:17,827 One not to be repeated. 16 00:01:18,787 --> 00:01:21,164 A true god of the arena! 17 00:01:21,665 --> 00:01:24,709 A man to be admired and emulated ! 18 00:01:25,502 --> 00:01:28,004 This is but glorious beginning ! 19 00:01:28,547 --> 00:01:31,299 Soon you will litter the sands with the blood and bone 20 00:01:31,383 --> 00:01:33,551 of all who present challenge! 21 00:01:34,052 --> 00:01:36,679 lnstructed in the ways of death and glory 22 00:01:36,805 --> 00:01:38,681 by a former champion ! 23 00:01:38,974 --> 00:01:40,850 One of our very own ! 24 00:01:41,268 --> 00:01:43,436 l give you Oenomaus! 25 00:01:46,523 --> 00:01:50,318 No longer to hold that name! No longer a gladiator! 26 00:01:51,361 --> 00:01:55,740 Now and forever more, to be revered as your Doctore! 27 00:01:56,533 --> 00:01:59,118 Doctore! 28 00:02:01,580 --> 00:02:04,999 This has been wielded with pride by each before you, 29 00:02:05,083 --> 00:02:07,502 since the time of my grandfather. 30 00:02:07,669 --> 00:02:11,005 Bestowed on only the most loyal and honourable of men. 31 00:02:21,225 --> 00:02:23,726 Your will. My hands. 32 00:02:36,198 --> 00:02:37,573 The Primus. 33 00:02:39,201 --> 00:02:41,369 To gain such position, Varis must truly 34 00:02:41,453 --> 00:02:43,329 have been impressed with your prowess. 35 00:02:43,413 --> 00:02:44,664 As am l. 36 00:02:47,543 --> 00:02:50,253 -lt was nothing. -lt is a great honour. 37 00:02:51,255 --> 00:02:53,464 For yourself, and this ludus. 38 00:02:56,093 --> 00:02:58,719 Both of you bring honour to this ludus. 39 00:02:58,804 --> 00:03:00,096 Each in his own way. 40 00:03:13,485 --> 00:03:15,528 Did you note how he could scarce meet my eye? 41 00:03:17,239 --> 00:03:20,658 He must now heed my commands, and does not embrace it. 42 00:03:22,953 --> 00:03:27,498 Will the other men share sentiment towards my honoured position? 43 00:03:29,501 --> 00:03:32,753 lt is his position that stirs troubled thoughts. 44 00:03:33,964 --> 00:03:36,424 He sets mind to the Primus, 45 00:03:36,508 --> 00:03:39,010 as you must to training the men. 46 00:03:40,596 --> 00:03:43,222 l know this is not what you wished for. 47 00:03:43,640 --> 00:03:46,517 And yet, here l stand elevated. 48 00:03:46,810 --> 00:03:48,811 As you deserve. 49 00:03:48,979 --> 00:03:50,813 For taking a life? 50 00:03:50,981 --> 00:03:53,941 For betraying hand that forged the man before you? 51 00:03:54,693 --> 00:03:57,320 There was no betrayal in what you did. 52 00:03:58,488 --> 00:04:01,866 Some acts cannot be avoided, when stripped of choice. 53 00:04:05,329 --> 00:04:09,665 Now turn thoughts from unfortunate past. 54 00:04:10,375 --> 00:04:14,545 We must look towards days to come, and embrace them. 55 00:04:46,328 --> 00:04:49,038 Barca, pair with Crixus. 56 00:04:51,875 --> 00:04:55,044 The rest of you, continue training. 57 00:05:06,932 --> 00:05:11,602 At last, the gods remove cock from fucking ass! 58 00:05:14,064 --> 00:05:16,857 The House of Batiatus, no. 59 00:05:18,193 --> 00:05:22,238 The House of Quintus Lentulus Batiatus 60 00:05:22,739 --> 00:05:25,324 rises to the fucking heavens! 61 00:05:28,036 --> 00:05:31,539 Soon my champions will be carved in stone, 62 00:05:31,623 --> 00:05:34,000 towering above all who came before. 63 00:05:34,251 --> 00:05:37,003 And Gannicus will be the first of them 64 00:05:37,087 --> 00:05:38,963 after his victory in the fucking Primus. 65 00:05:39,589 --> 00:05:42,174 The position was not gained absent aid. 66 00:05:42,259 --> 00:05:44,510 l offered naught but introduction 67 00:05:44,928 --> 00:05:47,638 and a few selective words of suggestion. 68 00:05:47,723 --> 00:05:51,726 You could wile the Goddess Laverna herself. 69 00:05:52,269 --> 00:05:56,355 Your place in this will not pass without much fucking gratitude. 70 00:05:58,608 --> 00:06:00,776 The kind l favour most. 71 00:06:17,961 --> 00:06:20,296 Has a man ever been so blessed? 72 00:06:56,625 --> 00:06:57,625 Quintus. 73 00:07:02,923 --> 00:07:04,131 Father? 74 00:07:04,299 --> 00:07:07,343 Gather yourself. l would have words. 75 00:07:25,070 --> 00:07:27,404 l leave this house in your care, 76 00:07:27,614 --> 00:07:29,406 and this is what greets me upon return? 77 00:07:29,533 --> 00:07:31,033 l was not expecting your arrival. 78 00:07:33,537 --> 00:07:35,871 Am l to announce myself to the walls that l own? 79 00:07:36,206 --> 00:07:38,874 Of course not, yet if l had known of your return from Sicilia. . . 80 00:07:38,959 --> 00:07:41,961 The knowledge would have produced what result? 81 00:07:42,379 --> 00:07:45,714 Flowers and scented oils laid to meet me, 82 00:07:45,799 --> 00:07:48,259 masking sight of a son gone to shit? 83 00:07:48,635 --> 00:07:50,094 l but celebrate. 84 00:07:50,262 --> 00:07:51,554 Upon what cause? 85 00:07:51,680 --> 00:07:54,723 Angering Tullius with refusal of reasonable offer? 86 00:07:55,392 --> 00:07:57,226 Your exclusion from the games? 87 00:07:57,310 --> 00:07:59,270 How do you come by that? 88 00:07:59,396 --> 00:08:02,565 l am old, Quintus. Not dead. 89 00:08:03,358 --> 00:08:05,985 There are still those in Capua that hold my name in regard 90 00:08:06,069 --> 00:08:07,903 and would see me well informed. 91 00:08:08,738 --> 00:08:11,490 -Good Solonius counted among them. -Solonius? 92 00:08:11,575 --> 00:08:14,493 He sent word of his concerns regarding your dealings with Tullius. 93 00:08:14,578 --> 00:08:16,829 The man is seized by unnecessary worry. 94 00:08:17,706 --> 00:08:19,915 Your face suggests otherwise. 95 00:08:21,251 --> 00:08:22,501 A minor disagreement. 96 00:08:22,586 --> 00:08:25,421 Nothing with a man such as Tullius is ever minor. 97 00:08:27,674 --> 00:08:30,176 A fact obvious to the simplest of minds. 98 00:08:30,260 --> 00:08:33,929 Then it is a blessing a greater one than mine has arrived. 99 00:08:35,682 --> 00:08:38,434 My frustration is more with myself. 100 00:08:39,352 --> 00:08:41,020 You never wished for this. 101 00:08:41,104 --> 00:08:44,106 The ludus, gladiators, the blood, the sand. 102 00:08:45,108 --> 00:08:48,611 Your eyes were always towards the horizon, 103 00:08:49,279 --> 00:08:53,949 to glories and triumphs forever out of reach of a common lanista. 104 00:08:54,242 --> 00:08:57,119 And yet here l stand, a lanista like my father. 105 00:08:57,537 --> 00:08:59,288 Not like him at all. 106 00:09:00,624 --> 00:09:03,042 You have never been able to look into the eyes of a man 107 00:09:03,126 --> 00:09:04,835 and gauge his true heart. 108 00:09:04,920 --> 00:09:09,089 Only days past, l looked into the eyes of Quintilius Varis 109 00:09:09,174 --> 00:09:11,884 and gauged way to secure the Primus in his games. 110 00:09:13,553 --> 00:09:17,014 Varis has never employed a lanista not blessed by Tullius. 111 00:09:17,098 --> 00:09:18,849 Why now break tradition? 112 00:09:18,934 --> 00:09:21,685 Because l possess what Tullius does not. 113 00:09:21,811 --> 00:09:23,604 -Gannicus. -Gannicus? 114 00:09:24,439 --> 00:09:28,150 The man is a jest, inciting more laughter than awe. 115 00:09:28,777 --> 00:09:31,946 And now l find he is desired by half of Rome? 116 00:09:32,280 --> 00:09:34,198 Much has changed in your absence. 117 00:09:34,366 --> 00:09:36,659 And much has remained the same. 118 00:09:37,494 --> 00:09:40,996 l would review my men, and see how they have fared, 119 00:09:41,331 --> 00:09:43,082 denied proper guidance. 120 00:09:48,588 --> 00:09:50,881 Have feast prepared as instructed. 121 00:09:51,258 --> 00:09:53,133 And send to market for an amphora of mulsum. 122 00:09:53,218 --> 00:09:54,510 -Yes, Domina. -The highest quality, 123 00:09:54,594 --> 00:09:56,345 not that shit from Flavus. 124 00:09:57,597 --> 00:09:59,848 Again with the honeyed wine. 125 00:09:59,933 --> 00:10:01,767 Does the corpse drink nothing else? 126 00:10:01,851 --> 00:10:03,602 Lower your fucking voice. 127 00:10:03,687 --> 00:10:06,480 The man has severed you from moorings. 128 00:10:06,606 --> 00:10:08,732 He is the paterfamilias! 129 00:10:09,025 --> 00:10:11,902 One word dropped from his tongue could send us both to the streets. 130 00:10:13,363 --> 00:10:16,740 We must be beyond reproach, or fall to ruin. 131 00:10:17,033 --> 00:10:22,621 Very well. l will be a vision of demure obedience and propriety. 132 00:10:26,835 --> 00:10:28,210 On the outside, at least. 133 00:10:34,884 --> 00:10:37,970 We are honoured by your return to Capua, father. 134 00:10:40,307 --> 00:10:42,599 l am certain your heart swells. 135 00:10:45,645 --> 00:10:49,440 The clime of Sicilia has most certainly restored health. 136 00:10:53,069 --> 00:10:55,237 Perhaps you do not recall me. 137 00:10:55,405 --> 00:10:57,156 Gaia, a dear friend of. . . 138 00:10:57,240 --> 00:11:00,576 The memory of you has not yet faded. Quintus. 139 00:11:02,787 --> 00:11:04,788 We must prove this fucking house in order 140 00:11:04,873 --> 00:11:06,957 and prompt decision for his quick return to Sicilia. 141 00:11:11,421 --> 00:11:13,088 Withered old fuck. 142 00:11:20,847 --> 00:11:23,349 Eat, brothers! You bear the mark now. 143 00:11:23,433 --> 00:11:25,017 Savour the taste of victory! 144 00:11:39,032 --> 00:11:40,282 Welcome, boys. 145 00:11:53,296 --> 00:11:56,382 Our piss once again finds its way into their mouths! 146 00:11:56,466 --> 00:11:58,300 As if sucked from our cocks! 147 00:12:00,220 --> 00:12:01,804 We bear the fucking mark! 148 00:12:01,888 --> 00:12:03,680 Received absent the test. 149 00:12:03,890 --> 00:12:07,309 A fucking goat may bear the mark, it does not make him a brother. 150 00:12:17,153 --> 00:12:18,320 Hey! 151 00:12:27,288 --> 00:12:29,206 -What the fuck did he say? -Fucked if l know. 152 00:12:29,290 --> 00:12:30,999 He wants some more. 153 00:12:45,682 --> 00:12:48,934 You should not eat with lower men. You are Doctore now. 154 00:12:49,519 --> 00:12:51,520 A title l did not seek. 155 00:12:51,855 --> 00:12:55,607 l would not have events absent my control come between us. 156 00:12:57,193 --> 00:12:58,610 Nor would l. 157 00:12:59,904 --> 00:13:01,697 Greetings. 158 00:13:01,906 --> 00:13:04,533 Auctus. Nurto. 159 00:13:07,996 --> 00:13:09,246 Oenomaus! 160 00:13:12,834 --> 00:13:15,169 You assume mantle of Doctore? 161 00:13:15,253 --> 00:13:17,087 After unfortunate death of his predecessor. 162 00:13:17,213 --> 00:13:19,756 l chose Oenomaus as replacement, knowing that he. . . 163 00:13:19,841 --> 00:13:22,050 Gather your food and let us retire to your cell. 164 00:13:22,886 --> 00:13:26,263 l would exchange stories of the passing years, old friend. 165 00:13:26,431 --> 00:13:27,681 Dominus. 166 00:13:34,397 --> 00:13:36,440 The way they fawn over him. 167 00:13:36,524 --> 00:13:38,901 Falling to knee to lick his fucking ass! 168 00:13:38,985 --> 00:13:42,404 He takes over my house, my gladiators, my fucking bed ! 169 00:13:43,406 --> 00:13:45,782 Did he give voice toward length of stay? 170 00:13:45,867 --> 00:13:47,868 He gives voice only towards considerable faults 171 00:13:47,952 --> 00:13:49,995 of un-fucking-worthy son. 172 00:13:50,788 --> 00:13:52,080 Leave. 173 00:13:58,338 --> 00:14:01,757 l secure the Primus, and he acts as if l shit upon the name Batiatus. 174 00:14:02,383 --> 00:14:05,260 You raise it beyond anything he can imagine. 175 00:14:05,887 --> 00:14:09,139 He will see this, and bitter tongue will turn to praise. 176 00:14:09,265 --> 00:14:12,768 He would sooner bite it off, than have it betray him so. 177 00:14:18,525 --> 00:14:20,651 l had forgotten the feeling, 178 00:14:20,902 --> 00:14:26,782 this sudden abyss, as he sets disapproving eye upon me. 179 00:14:27,742 --> 00:14:28,825 Come. 180 00:14:31,829 --> 00:14:34,748 You will not need to endure his presence long. 181 00:14:35,750 --> 00:14:42,214 His health has fled in these climes before. 182 00:14:39,963 --> 00:14:42,297 Should he fail to realise that his house, his name, 183 00:14:42,298 --> 00:14:44,091 is in proper hands, 184 00:14:44,968 --> 00:14:48,136 a forced return to Sicilia will eventually arise. 185 00:14:49,305 --> 00:14:51,431 l would see him removed sooner. 186 00:15:06,489 --> 00:15:08,490 Your return lifts the heart, Dominus. 187 00:15:11,160 --> 00:15:14,705 Only for those who yet possess one. Gratitude. 188 00:15:22,255 --> 00:15:23,463 Attend ! 189 00:15:27,051 --> 00:15:28,135 Pair up! 190 00:15:30,013 --> 00:15:31,847 Crixus, spar with Barca. 191 00:15:32,390 --> 00:15:34,891 Auctus, work the palus until Gannicus joins us. 192 00:15:36,811 --> 00:15:39,521 Oenomaus, this one is too small ! 193 00:15:40,023 --> 00:15:41,898 l would have something the size of a man ! 194 00:15:41,983 --> 00:15:43,692 Barca! 195 00:15:45,320 --> 00:15:47,696 Do as your Doctore commands. 196 00:15:48,531 --> 00:15:49,990 Yes, Dominus. 197 00:15:52,327 --> 00:15:55,037 Come, let us see what is between your legs. 198 00:16:08,134 --> 00:16:13,221 The Gaul winces from spear, as he would from my cock! 199 00:16:16,059 --> 00:16:19,436 ls my long, hard weapon too much for you, little man? 200 00:16:21,606 --> 00:16:23,440 l am without lesson against it, 201 00:16:23,608 --> 00:16:26,318 but your instructions are well received. 202 00:16:50,760 --> 00:16:53,679 Apologies. You rise earlier than expected. 203 00:16:53,763 --> 00:16:55,597 l rise at proper hour. 204 00:16:55,890 --> 00:16:59,643 An attribute neither you nor your man Gannicus seem to share. 205 00:16:59,727 --> 00:17:02,104 Harsh words will find the man's ear. 206 00:17:02,605 --> 00:17:05,065 lt could be shouted yet ignored. 207 00:17:06,317 --> 00:17:08,026 Gannicus is no champion. 208 00:17:08,111 --> 00:17:11,780 l would promote Auctus or half a dozen men in his place. 209 00:17:11,864 --> 00:17:14,491 -A matter we disagree on. -One of many. 210 00:17:16,411 --> 00:17:18,620 What man spars with Barca? 211 00:17:19,038 --> 00:17:21,957 Crixus, a fierce Gaul of worthy stock. 212 00:17:22,458 --> 00:17:24,292 l recall name from the ledger. 213 00:17:24,836 --> 00:17:26,962 A sapling of exceeding cost. 214 00:17:27,046 --> 00:17:29,464 The man will earn the mark, and see investment well returned. 215 00:17:31,801 --> 00:17:34,302 Doctore, bring Crixus up. 216 00:17:34,387 --> 00:17:36,012 My father would have closer inspection. . . 217 00:17:36,097 --> 00:17:37,764 No. Continue training. 218 00:17:37,849 --> 00:17:39,975 We are to town for necessary business. 219 00:17:40,643 --> 00:17:42,144 l will have Barca prepared as an escort. 220 00:17:42,228 --> 00:17:45,981 Barca is a gladiator, trained to wield weapon in the arena, 221 00:17:46,065 --> 00:17:48,233 not be yours in the street. Now come. 222 00:17:48,317 --> 00:17:51,695 Your late rise already threatens the appointed hour. 223 00:18:03,291 --> 00:18:05,083 You would have me sit with this fucking man? 224 00:18:05,168 --> 00:18:06,585 l would have you silent. 225 00:18:06,669 --> 00:18:09,546 While l attempt repair of damaged relation. 226 00:18:11,632 --> 00:18:12,799 Titus. 227 00:18:15,511 --> 00:18:18,013 Good to lay eyes, old friend. 228 00:18:27,231 --> 00:18:30,609 Your experience in delicate matters of business has been sorely missed. 229 00:18:30,693 --> 00:18:32,319 To be rectified presently. 230 00:18:32,820 --> 00:18:34,696 Come, sit. 231 00:18:38,701 --> 00:18:42,370 You recall my associate, Vettius? 232 00:18:42,622 --> 00:18:43,622 Vettius? 233 00:18:45,041 --> 00:18:47,584 You were but a child last l knew. 234 00:18:48,169 --> 00:18:50,629 How the years flee from us. 235 00:18:51,798 --> 00:18:53,256 How fares your father? 236 00:18:53,549 --> 00:18:55,884 -Dead. -Apologies. 237 00:18:56,677 --> 00:18:58,136 How terrible. 238 00:18:58,638 --> 00:19:03,558 The boy is ill-starred acquaintance with such misfortunes. 239 00:19:04,811 --> 00:19:09,481 Why, only days past he was set upon in our own streets, 240 00:19:10,066 --> 00:19:12,567 on way to appointment with Quintilius Varis. 241 00:19:12,693 --> 00:19:13,819 Varis? 242 00:19:13,903 --> 00:19:16,071 The same man who, absent Vettius' presence, 243 00:19:16,155 --> 00:19:17,697 managed to find way to your ludus. . . 244 00:19:17,782 --> 00:19:21,034 Where this fucking cock eater stole the Primus from me! 245 00:19:21,118 --> 00:19:24,037 Vettius! Hold your tongue. 246 00:19:26,707 --> 00:19:28,250 How do you answer this? 247 00:19:30,002 --> 00:19:31,962 He accuses absent cause. 248 00:19:34,048 --> 00:19:37,092 My wife and her friend Gaia came upon good Varis in town, 249 00:19:37,176 --> 00:19:39,135 baking under noon-day sun. 250 00:19:39,303 --> 00:19:40,428 Gaia? 251 00:19:40,513 --> 00:19:43,348 She knew Varis from her days in Rome, offered respite at my villa 252 00:19:43,432 --> 00:19:46,685 while he waited for the absent boy to come to purpose. 253 00:19:46,769 --> 00:19:49,521 A fortunate coincidence for all involved. 254 00:19:49,605 --> 00:19:51,731 And was it this same fortune that saw me set upon 255 00:19:51,816 --> 00:19:53,149 by your fucking men? 256 00:19:53,234 --> 00:19:56,778 Did you see faces? Did they bear my mark, you wet cunt? 257 00:19:56,863 --> 00:19:58,071 Enough ! 258 00:19:58,865 --> 00:20:00,615 Remove yourself to the street. 259 00:20:01,242 --> 00:20:02,367 Go. 260 00:20:02,451 --> 00:20:04,953 And leave reasonable men to discourse. 261 00:20:07,248 --> 00:20:11,960 Your son has much to learn in the ways of diplomacy. 262 00:20:12,628 --> 00:20:15,380 A subject all young men struggle to master. 263 00:20:16,257 --> 00:20:18,550 Let us school them in its ways. 264 00:20:50,499 --> 00:20:52,584 You are better matched against wooden men. 265 00:20:55,087 --> 00:20:57,172 Work the palus, Gaul. 266 00:20:57,965 --> 00:20:59,341 Resume! 267 00:21:10,394 --> 00:21:13,021 Are we to follow Barca's commands now? 268 00:21:13,314 --> 00:21:14,856 He shares my thoughts. 269 00:21:15,191 --> 00:21:17,609 The Gaul falters against spear. 270 00:21:17,860 --> 00:21:21,237 Perhaps advice from a champion would aid his cause? 271 00:21:27,870 --> 00:21:31,539 Days past you fought me with something approaching skill, 272 00:21:31,999 --> 00:21:33,708 yet opposite Barca, you act as his lover, 273 00:21:33,793 --> 00:21:36,211 face down with your cheeks spread. 274 00:21:36,837 --> 00:21:38,922 The spear is unknown to me. 275 00:21:41,717 --> 00:21:43,218 You are Gaul. 276 00:21:43,636 --> 00:21:45,929 Did you never face the Arverni? 277 00:21:46,555 --> 00:21:49,224 My years before capture never held the privilege. 278 00:21:49,725 --> 00:21:51,810 They wield spear with deadly purpose. 279 00:21:52,687 --> 00:21:54,562 As does Barca, from the judging. 280 00:21:55,189 --> 00:21:56,815 He but instructs. 281 00:21:57,233 --> 00:21:59,484 Each blow a lesson never to be repeated. 282 00:21:59,568 --> 00:22:01,903 You should be quite the scholar 283 00:22:02,113 --> 00:22:04,239 by the time he has beaten you to death. 284 00:22:08,911 --> 00:22:10,078 Crixus. 285 00:22:12,415 --> 00:22:14,541 You fought well against my two swords. 286 00:22:14,625 --> 00:22:16,918 Rid a Hoplomachus of his spear, 287 00:22:17,628 --> 00:22:19,421 and he is left with only one weapon. 288 00:22:28,514 --> 00:22:29,681 Barca! 289 00:22:31,183 --> 00:22:35,145 lf you're done with your man's cock, l would have proper contest. 290 00:22:35,229 --> 00:22:38,606 The gods bless Barca with another tiny man to fuck. 291 00:22:44,113 --> 00:22:46,781 Your man Gannicus appears in fine form. 292 00:22:47,116 --> 00:22:48,825 As he will in the Primus, 293 00:22:48,909 --> 00:22:51,828 elevating the house with glorious performance. 294 00:22:52,663 --> 00:22:55,957 My heart yet races at the thought of his last. 295 00:22:57,918 --> 00:23:00,628 We'll place such memories behind us. 296 00:23:04,050 --> 00:23:08,136 A difficult feat, when so enjoyed by all. 297 00:23:11,307 --> 00:23:12,766 Some more than others. 298 00:23:13,392 --> 00:23:14,559 Come here. 299 00:23:14,643 --> 00:23:17,145 Apologies, Domina. Guests have arrived. 300 00:23:17,980 --> 00:23:18,980 Guests? 301 00:23:22,401 --> 00:23:23,568 Varis. 302 00:23:24,403 --> 00:23:26,237 We were not expecting. . . 303 00:23:26,322 --> 00:23:29,449 The fault is mine, for failing to announce. 304 00:23:33,412 --> 00:23:37,373 Good Cossutius is on stay from Rome to celebrate the Vinalia. 305 00:23:37,666 --> 00:23:40,085 After l extolled the virtues of the House of Batiatus. . . 306 00:23:40,169 --> 00:23:42,295 l demanded introduction immediately. 307 00:23:42,379 --> 00:23:45,006 You honour us, but my husband tends to 308 00:23:45,132 --> 00:23:48,009 final preparations for tomorrow's games in town. 309 00:23:48,302 --> 00:23:49,969 How disappointing. 310 00:23:50,888 --> 00:23:53,640 Yet we could remove ourselves to the balcony 311 00:23:53,724 --> 00:23:56,684 for proper viewing of his gladiators until his return. 312 00:23:57,812 --> 00:23:59,854 l fear you mistake intent. 313 00:24:00,689 --> 00:24:03,983 l was not regaling Cossutius with tales of your men. 314 00:24:04,068 --> 00:24:10,698 But of your house's more intimate delights. 315 00:24:13,327 --> 00:24:16,121 l fear that was a special consideration. 316 00:24:18,249 --> 00:24:19,457 Was it? 317 00:24:21,794 --> 00:24:24,796 Perhaps Vettius will be more accommodating then, 318 00:24:24,880 --> 00:24:27,090 concerning this and my Primus. 319 00:24:31,095 --> 00:24:34,722 lt would be unfortunate to have come so far, 320 00:24:34,807 --> 00:24:36,599 and find hands empty. 321 00:24:37,560 --> 00:24:39,018 Would it not? 322 00:24:40,229 --> 00:24:41,646 l would not have it so. 323 00:24:43,357 --> 00:24:44,649 Excellent! 324 00:24:44,733 --> 00:24:46,568 Let us prepare Gannicus and. . . 325 00:24:46,735 --> 00:24:47,777 No. 326 00:24:48,863 --> 00:24:53,366 For what joy is there in exploring ground already discovered? 327 00:24:54,076 --> 00:24:55,410 None at all. 328 00:24:59,790 --> 00:25:01,457 What do you offer? 329 00:25:02,751 --> 00:25:08,506 A gladiator of your choosing paired with a slave 330 00:25:09,842 --> 00:25:11,593 as yet untouched? 331 00:25:13,012 --> 00:25:14,345 Untouched? 332 00:25:15,931 --> 00:25:19,267 A delicacy no longer present at the moment in my house. 333 00:25:20,686 --> 00:25:23,021 Then it is fortunate you find yourself in ours. 334 00:25:27,902 --> 00:25:29,777 Solonius! A word. 335 00:25:29,945 --> 00:25:31,863 One for you, sir? Fresh just this morning. 336 00:25:31,947 --> 00:25:33,907 l would share its equal. 337 00:25:34,450 --> 00:25:36,034 l came to you as trusted friend, 338 00:25:36,160 --> 00:25:39,204 carrying news of Tullius' renewed offer towards Gannicus. 339 00:25:39,455 --> 00:25:41,915 You carried but shit spewed from an errant hole. 340 00:25:42,041 --> 00:25:44,792 And what of other knowledge l lighted upon treacherous ears? 341 00:25:44,919 --> 00:25:47,587 That of Varis' arrival, to be met by Vettius? 342 00:25:47,671 --> 00:25:48,880 Vettius is a fool. 343 00:25:48,964 --> 00:25:50,298 Under the employ of Tullius! 344 00:25:50,382 --> 00:25:52,175 He will think l had hand in the boy's assault. 345 00:25:52,301 --> 00:25:53,301 He suspects nothing ! 346 00:25:53,385 --> 00:25:55,053 His thoughts have turned towards my father inside. 347 00:25:55,137 --> 00:25:57,680 What seizes fucking mind, dispatching message to him? 348 00:25:57,765 --> 00:25:58,932 Your father is in Capua? 349 00:25:59,016 --> 00:26:01,643 He sits with Tullius as you bleat, stroking fucking cock. 350 00:26:01,810 --> 00:26:04,646 -Why do you remain in the streets? -Why do you think? 351 00:26:04,730 --> 00:26:06,981 l did not mean for his return. 352 00:26:07,149 --> 00:26:08,983 l sought only advice 353 00:26:09,401 --> 00:26:12,654 towards worry for a man l hold as brother. 354 00:26:12,780 --> 00:26:14,197 lntentions well received. 355 00:26:14,573 --> 00:26:19,410 Let us place transgressions aside in favour of more pressing concerns. 356 00:26:20,246 --> 00:26:23,915 Your patience and reason recalls joyous times, 357 00:26:24,333 --> 00:26:27,710 when business was conducted by those who shared respect for it. 358 00:26:27,836 --> 00:26:29,963 l fear we are a dying breed. 359 00:26:30,339 --> 00:26:33,925 l am certain you shall outlive us all, Master Batiatus. 360 00:26:34,009 --> 00:26:36,678 Solonius. l hardly placed you. 361 00:26:36,887 --> 00:26:39,097 The years weigh heavy on a man, do they not? 362 00:26:40,057 --> 00:26:43,851 Your presence is fortuitous, striking need to seek you out. 363 00:26:44,311 --> 00:26:47,146 Share walk, and let us review recent events. 364 00:26:59,326 --> 00:27:00,702 Am l allowed voice now? 365 00:27:02,663 --> 00:27:04,872 Could the gods halt the sound? 366 00:27:06,625 --> 00:27:08,376 Whatever Tullius and the boy may think, 367 00:27:08,460 --> 00:27:11,754 l gained the Primus on merit of Gannicus' prowess. 368 00:27:12,464 --> 00:27:14,966 Even if true, it is of no matter now. 369 00:27:15,050 --> 00:27:16,968 Gannicus will not appear in the games. 370 00:27:17,052 --> 00:27:18,928 But Varis has made personal request! 371 00:27:19,221 --> 00:27:22,098 A necessary sacrifice, towards levelling unequal ground. 372 00:27:22,182 --> 00:27:23,641 You will make apology to Varis, 373 00:27:23,726 --> 00:27:26,144 relaying Gannicus found injury in training. 374 00:27:26,228 --> 00:27:29,272 And that Vettius is amply capable of seeing the Primus attended. 375 00:27:29,398 --> 00:27:32,317 You give away the Primus, and now ask that l tongue the fucking boy's ass? 376 00:27:32,401 --> 00:27:33,735 l ask nothing. 377 00:27:34,903 --> 00:27:36,779 This is how it will be. 378 00:27:37,906 --> 00:27:40,491 ln return a few of our men will be paired against each other 379 00:27:40,576 --> 00:27:41,701 after midday sun. 380 00:27:42,828 --> 00:27:44,162 Our men fight themselves? 381 00:27:44,246 --> 00:27:46,998 The only plank salvaged from such wreckage. 382 00:27:47,082 --> 00:27:48,458 Then we must choose the men with care. 383 00:27:48,542 --> 00:27:49,959 They have been chosen for us. 384 00:27:50,169 --> 00:27:52,712 Tullius now selects my fucking men as well? 385 00:27:52,796 --> 00:27:54,839 An unavoidable concession. 386 00:27:55,174 --> 00:27:59,427 Barca and Gnaeus, Auctus to face your Gaul, Crixus. 387 00:27:59,678 --> 00:28:01,971 Crixus is but a recruit, not yet a fucking gladiator! 388 00:28:02,056 --> 00:28:04,265 Who you failed to mention was purchased from Tullius. 389 00:28:04,350 --> 00:28:05,725 To gain. . . 390 00:28:06,060 --> 00:28:07,518 To gain his favour. 391 00:28:07,603 --> 00:28:10,313 And what fruits did your scheme bear? 392 00:28:11,190 --> 00:28:15,443 This is price due for attempting to manoeuvre men above your station. 393 00:28:15,527 --> 00:28:18,029 Be thankful it was not more costly. 394 00:28:30,667 --> 00:28:33,795 Are you certain you would not prefer the man bathed and scented? 395 00:28:33,879 --> 00:28:36,464 He stands perfect towards his cause. 396 00:28:39,176 --> 00:28:43,638 l would, however, gauge the freshness of your offerings. 397 00:28:48,227 --> 00:28:49,894 Remove your robes. 398 00:29:02,991 --> 00:29:04,700 Did l not tell you? 399 00:29:05,536 --> 00:29:07,286 They are of a form. 400 00:29:08,997 --> 00:29:13,000 But a woman's worth is not always revealed to the eyes. 401 00:29:15,170 --> 00:29:20,174 A man must probe deeper for true value. 402 00:29:29,560 --> 00:29:31,978 Remove yourself to the vestibule. 403 00:29:32,688 --> 00:29:35,690 Return if Dominus and his father are seen upon the road. 404 00:29:47,369 --> 00:29:49,245 l shall have this one. 405 00:29:49,538 --> 00:29:51,539 She's considerably tighter. 406 00:30:07,055 --> 00:30:08,848 Move on top of him. 407 00:30:18,567 --> 00:30:24,322 Do you know why l chose this man so crudely etched? 408 00:30:26,533 --> 00:30:29,160 The smell of shit hot upon his breath. 409 00:30:31,538 --> 00:30:38,419 Because this world is filled with the grotesque and the divine. 410 00:30:41,131 --> 00:30:47,803 They exist together, two sides of a coin. 411 00:30:53,101 --> 00:30:54,977 You cannot have one 412 00:30:59,358 --> 00:31:01,442 absent threat of the other, 413 00:31:03,111 --> 00:31:08,866 yet words do not convey the true nature of this. 414 00:31:11,245 --> 00:31:12,912 lt must be experienced. 415 00:31:15,624 --> 00:31:21,963 lt must be felt and never forgotten. 416 00:31:23,257 --> 00:31:27,301 Your presence has been missed in Rome since your husband's passing. 417 00:31:27,719 --> 00:31:30,471 Your charms will brighten darkest night. 418 00:31:31,682 --> 00:31:33,307 l long to return 419 00:31:34,226 --> 00:31:37,979 and crest dawn upon a husband yet of this world. 420 00:31:40,732 --> 00:31:42,817 How does your dowry stand? 421 00:31:43,569 --> 00:31:46,904 l was under impression you were absent family of means. 422 00:31:47,656 --> 00:31:50,116 Gaia is a treasure within herself. 423 00:31:50,826 --> 00:31:52,201 One to be coveted 424 00:31:52,286 --> 00:31:54,495 by a man untethered to the burden of position and appearance. 425 00:32:01,670 --> 00:32:03,004 Cossutius. 426 00:32:04,131 --> 00:32:05,631 You were well satisfied? 427 00:32:06,133 --> 00:32:09,510 Praise laid upon your house has not been exaggerated. 428 00:32:10,554 --> 00:32:11,887 lt is a wonder. 429 00:32:11,972 --> 00:32:14,890 Such base diversion would be impossible to conceal in Rome. 430 00:32:15,100 --> 00:32:17,310 Capua is a city of many pleasures. 431 00:32:17,644 --> 00:32:22,189 Often obscured by pressing business, to which we sadly must attend. 432 00:32:23,525 --> 00:32:25,401 You take leave so soon? 433 00:32:25,527 --> 00:32:27,194 A regrettable necessity. 434 00:32:27,571 --> 00:32:29,363 Gratitude for your hospitality. 435 00:32:29,448 --> 00:32:30,990 l look forward to seeing you at the games, 436 00:32:31,074 --> 00:32:34,493 and your man Gannicus upon my Primus. 437 00:32:36,330 --> 00:32:37,955 You honour us. 438 00:33:00,395 --> 00:33:02,605 Crixus begins to show promise. 439 00:33:02,689 --> 00:33:04,190 Upon his back? 440 00:33:04,316 --> 00:33:06,567 The man always rises. A trait to be admired. 441 00:33:06,652 --> 00:33:08,694 So you have eyes for the Gaul now? 442 00:33:08,779 --> 00:33:10,905 -And if l did? -l would fucking kill you. 443 00:33:24,795 --> 00:33:26,212 Come here. . . 444 00:33:56,576 --> 00:33:57,910 You fucking cunts! 445 00:33:58,245 --> 00:33:59,870 You soil our food ! 446 00:33:59,955 --> 00:34:02,206 Why should we not make meal of your fucking pets? 447 00:34:39,578 --> 00:34:40,828 Crixus! 448 00:34:45,167 --> 00:34:46,667 You do not help your friend? 449 00:34:47,085 --> 00:34:50,880 This is a fight between brothers. l do not yet bear the mark. 450 00:34:55,427 --> 00:34:57,386 Have you lost fucking mind? 451 00:34:57,679 --> 00:34:59,138 Stand down ! 452 00:35:22,496 --> 00:35:24,246 Calm yourselves! 453 00:35:30,045 --> 00:35:32,213 ls this what my house has fallen to? 454 00:35:32,756 --> 00:35:34,673 Brother setting upon brother, 455 00:35:35,884 --> 00:35:37,843 so far removed from the honour of the arena, 456 00:35:37,928 --> 00:35:40,387 where such contest holds meaning? 457 00:35:43,391 --> 00:35:47,228 This points to reason the gods have turned from us, 458 00:35:48,063 --> 00:35:50,397 stripping the Primus from our hands. 459 00:35:51,066 --> 00:35:52,608 l do not fight in the games? 460 00:35:52,692 --> 00:35:54,068 You do not. 461 00:35:57,572 --> 00:36:00,407 Yet our sacrifices do not stand unrewarded. 462 00:36:01,076 --> 00:36:03,744 A few of you will take to the sands after midday sun. 463 00:36:04,496 --> 00:36:07,832 And l expect those chosen to bring more honour 464 00:36:07,916 --> 00:36:11,752 to the House of Batiatus than you now bring to yourselves. 465 00:36:25,725 --> 00:36:29,144 Yeah ! Fuck you ! Gnaeus fights Barca! 466 00:36:29,437 --> 00:36:31,397 And l will split your ass in two. 467 00:36:31,606 --> 00:36:32,773 Fuck. 468 00:36:33,984 --> 00:36:35,860 You do not gain position? 469 00:36:35,944 --> 00:36:38,320 l do. Against Crixus. 470 00:36:39,948 --> 00:36:41,448 Your favourite. 471 00:36:41,533 --> 00:36:44,618 The man does not even bear the fucking mark. 472 00:36:45,287 --> 00:36:46,787 Am l to fight? 473 00:36:50,584 --> 00:36:52,126 You are to die. 474 00:36:53,753 --> 00:36:56,005 At the end of my spear. 475 00:37:02,345 --> 00:37:07,266 So you fight in the arena, l do not. 476 00:37:08,685 --> 00:37:10,686 The gods truly punish me. 477 00:37:11,521 --> 00:37:15,774 l long to be of the Brotherhood, to become a gladiator. 478 00:37:17,777 --> 00:37:19,987 But to be awarded position, 479 00:37:22,490 --> 00:37:24,450 it is an honour l have not earned. 480 00:37:25,702 --> 00:37:30,372 There are many things given to us in this life for the wrong reasons. 481 00:37:32,042 --> 00:37:37,504 What we do with such blessings, that is the true test of a man. 482 00:38:06,409 --> 00:38:08,535 Go well, be victorious, brother. 483 00:38:16,294 --> 00:38:20,381 May Auctus fall and Barca follow. 484 00:38:21,800 --> 00:38:24,885 Auctus. Gnaeus. 485 00:38:31,559 --> 00:38:35,229 Return victorious, brothers, for l am out of wine. 486 00:38:44,572 --> 00:38:46,073 After all we've done. 487 00:38:46,241 --> 00:38:47,825 The sacrifices made. 488 00:38:49,077 --> 00:38:51,745 Only to have the Primus torn from grasp. 489 00:38:52,872 --> 00:38:54,581 Torn would imply resistance. 490 00:38:54,708 --> 00:38:56,458 My father offers none. 491 00:38:56,543 --> 00:38:58,502 You could not move him from this decision? 492 00:38:58,586 --> 00:39:01,088 Hercules would fail in the labour. 493 00:39:01,464 --> 00:39:02,756 Are we set to leave? 494 00:39:03,174 --> 00:39:04,842 l would not arrive late. 495 00:39:04,926 --> 00:39:06,760 Doctore gathers the men. 496 00:39:06,845 --> 00:39:09,680 Perhaps some mulsum while you wait, father. 497 00:39:10,098 --> 00:39:12,641 To celebrate your return to the games. 498 00:39:12,726 --> 00:39:15,519 You seek to ply me with honeyed wine? 499 00:39:17,439 --> 00:39:20,566 You find my weakness, and l would have it exploited. 500 00:39:23,194 --> 00:39:26,405 -l shall join you. -lt disquiets your stomach too much. 501 00:39:26,489 --> 00:39:28,115 Especially in hot weather such as this. 502 00:39:28,783 --> 00:39:30,701 -lt never did agree with you. -Guards! 503 00:39:30,785 --> 00:39:33,037 A trait gained from your mother. 504 00:39:33,121 --> 00:39:34,621 A presence sorely missed. 505 00:39:35,165 --> 00:39:36,498 Every day. 506 00:39:43,465 --> 00:39:45,507 Your Gaul appears ragged. 507 00:39:47,218 --> 00:39:48,719 The result of extensive training 508 00:39:48,803 --> 00:39:50,971 in preparation for the test he is yet to take. 509 00:39:51,056 --> 00:39:54,183 You set this in motion, Quintus, by purchasing the man to gain favour. 510 00:39:54,267 --> 00:39:56,226 Only after l looked into his eyes, and saw a spark, 511 00:39:56,311 --> 00:39:57,728 as you always spoke of. 512 00:39:58,605 --> 00:40:01,190 Then today presents rare opportunity. 513 00:40:01,775 --> 00:40:06,153 Auctus, a man forged beneath my rule, to face Crixus, forged beneath yours. 514 00:40:06,821 --> 00:40:09,281 The outcome to prove if son has learned 515 00:40:09,365 --> 00:40:11,617 anything of worth from father. 516 00:41:09,843 --> 00:41:11,176 Your time has come. 517 00:41:13,513 --> 00:41:16,390 Gratitude for all you have taught me. 518 00:41:17,100 --> 00:41:18,308 Fight with honour. 519 00:41:19,144 --> 00:41:21,895 And if the gods will it, die the same. 520 00:41:23,982 --> 00:41:25,190 Crixus. 521 00:41:26,234 --> 00:41:27,401 A word. 522 00:41:37,537 --> 00:41:39,580 You have shown great promise 523 00:41:39,664 --> 00:41:41,915 in practise, in exhibition against Gannicus. 524 00:41:42,125 --> 00:41:44,042 Yet this is the arena. 525 00:41:44,878 --> 00:41:47,421 This is where men become gods. 526 00:41:49,257 --> 00:41:51,508 Legions with far greater training and skill than you 527 00:41:51,593 --> 00:41:52,885 have fallen upon this sacred ground, 528 00:41:52,969 --> 00:41:55,012 many beneath Auctus' spear, 529 00:41:55,096 --> 00:41:57,431 but l do not think that you will be one of them. 530 00:41:59,017 --> 00:42:00,934 You have the blood of a champion, 531 00:42:01,477 --> 00:42:04,271 to rival any my father has ever heralded. 532 00:42:06,900 --> 00:42:10,777 Do you wish to behold such miracle come to pass? 533 00:42:11,988 --> 00:42:13,739 lt is all l desire. 534 00:42:15,325 --> 00:42:17,326 Then seize fucking glory. 535 00:42:18,453 --> 00:42:20,704 And see us both proven worthy. 536 00:42:47,857 --> 00:42:50,067 Have you set Crixus to purpose? 537 00:42:50,151 --> 00:42:53,153 l stoke the flame as best l can. lt is now up to the man to ignite 538 00:42:54,405 --> 00:42:56,240 or be forever extinguished. 539 00:42:57,200 --> 00:43:00,077 lt is a pity it is not Gannicus, nor the Primus. 540 00:43:00,161 --> 00:43:01,912 lt was well earned. 541 00:43:02,664 --> 00:43:04,790 Yet he is the one honoured, 542 00:43:05,083 --> 00:43:07,501 while his only fucking son is left to languish. 543 00:43:08,002 --> 00:43:10,337 Soon your father will attest your worth. 544 00:43:10,630 --> 00:43:12,756 Or decay into the afterlife. 545 00:43:12,840 --> 00:43:15,592 Either way, we will be free of him. 546 00:43:59,053 --> 00:44:02,306 An epic showing from the House of Batiatus, 547 00:44:02,390 --> 00:44:04,516 certain to please the gods! 548 00:44:04,600 --> 00:44:08,645 ln gratitude, we will be merciful, and grant life! 549 00:44:21,826 --> 00:44:23,535 You are overly kind. 550 00:44:23,786 --> 00:44:26,413 Your house has been most accommodating, 551 00:44:26,497 --> 00:44:27,914 and should be rewarded. 552 00:44:30,752 --> 00:44:32,627 Well, gratitude. l. . . 553 00:44:35,381 --> 00:44:36,840 Are you unwell? 554 00:44:36,924 --> 00:44:38,925 Perhaps the excitement is too much for him. 555 00:44:40,386 --> 00:44:42,429 lt is but the heat and dust. 556 00:44:42,513 --> 00:44:43,680 Water. 557 00:44:44,349 --> 00:44:47,559 l would not have torrid throat announce your final offering. 558 00:44:48,269 --> 00:44:49,644 Address the crowd? 559 00:44:52,148 --> 00:44:53,690 The honour is unfit a lanista. 560 00:44:53,775 --> 00:44:56,818 We decide what befits a lanista, Batiatus. 561 00:44:57,528 --> 00:44:59,738 Make introduction and let us move on. 562 00:45:06,537 --> 00:45:08,538 l stand humbled 563 00:45:09,540 --> 00:45:11,958 before the great people of Capua. 564 00:45:12,919 --> 00:45:15,545 My home and my heart, 565 00:45:16,381 --> 00:45:18,465 too long parted from chest. 566 00:45:20,134 --> 00:45:21,593 ln gratitude, 567 00:45:22,929 --> 00:45:26,348 l present the final offering from the House of Batiatus. 568 00:45:27,892 --> 00:45:29,643 Entering the arena, 569 00:45:30,186 --> 00:45:32,187 a virgin upon its sands, 570 00:45:32,647 --> 00:45:34,898 l give you Crixus, 571 00:45:35,900 --> 00:45:37,234 Murmillo! 572 00:45:53,584 --> 00:45:55,627 His opponent, 573 00:45:56,170 --> 00:45:59,756 a warrior unmatched in skill and honour. 574 00:46:00,800 --> 00:46:02,467 l give you Auctus, 575 00:46:03,177 --> 00:46:04,553 Hoplomachus! 576 00:46:17,275 --> 00:46:18,442 Capua! 577 00:46:31,539 --> 00:46:34,458 Just like last time! Just like last time! Come on ! 578 00:46:34,542 --> 00:46:35,542 Begin ! 579 00:47:14,415 --> 00:47:17,042 Auctus wields spear to rival Mars himself. 580 00:47:17,126 --> 00:47:19,169 Well, he has been well trained. 581 00:47:19,253 --> 00:47:21,087 The same cannot be said of Crixus. 582 00:47:21,172 --> 00:47:24,049 Perhaps he should have remained a haulier of stone. 583 00:47:45,780 --> 00:47:48,823 Cut him through, yeah ! 584 00:48:10,221 --> 00:48:11,346 Stupid fuck! 585 00:48:26,654 --> 00:48:28,154 Kill the little cunt! 586 00:48:28,239 --> 00:48:58,893 Fuck! 587 00:49:28,758 --> 00:49:32,010 Barca has taught you well. 588 00:49:40,770 --> 00:49:41,895 Yeah ! 589 00:50:00,206 --> 00:50:03,124 Crixus! Crixus! 590 00:50:14,637 --> 00:50:16,846 A fine showing, Batiatus! 591 00:50:16,931 --> 00:50:18,598 With unexpected conclusion ! 592 00:50:18,683 --> 00:50:19,766 lndeed it was. 593 00:50:25,523 --> 00:50:30,443 l swear to be burned, chained, beaten, or die by the sword, 594 00:50:30,945 --> 00:50:33,863 in pursuit of honour in the arena. 595 00:50:40,454 --> 00:50:42,372 Welcome to the Brotherhood. 596 00:50:59,807 --> 00:51:01,641 Crixus proves himself. 597 00:51:03,310 --> 00:51:06,187 Perhaps even as match for Gannicus one day. 598 00:51:07,064 --> 00:51:09,023 ln and out of the arena. 599 00:51:23,873 --> 00:51:25,874 You fought well, brother. 600 00:51:49,356 --> 00:51:53,193 Your Gaul, still yet a recruit, defeated a gladiator 601 00:51:53,277 --> 00:51:55,445 l considered among the best of my men. 602 00:51:58,532 --> 00:52:01,785 lt would appear l underestimated Crixus. 603 00:52:04,288 --> 00:52:05,872 As l did my son. 604 00:52:08,334 --> 00:52:10,835 -You honour me, father. -You honour yourself, 605 00:52:11,629 --> 00:52:14,047 when cleared of plots and schemes. 606 00:52:14,131 --> 00:52:16,132 Thoughts far removed, never to return. 607 00:52:16,342 --> 00:52:19,219 Nothing pleases more than to see reason take hold of senses, 608 00:52:20,054 --> 00:52:22,263 and a house righting its path. 609 00:52:22,515 --> 00:52:24,724 l will see it continued in your absence. 610 00:52:24,892 --> 00:52:26,100 Absence? 611 00:52:26,727 --> 00:52:29,395 l assume you return to Sicilia. Your health. . . 612 00:52:29,688 --> 00:52:32,190 Seeing Crixus' victory stirred passions 613 00:52:32,274 --> 00:52:34,484 l have not felt in many years. 614 00:52:34,568 --> 00:52:37,654 The blood and the sand, the roar of the crowd, 615 00:52:37,738 --> 00:52:41,574 it lifts spirits more than change of clime could hope to offer. 616 00:52:41,909 --> 00:52:44,077 No, l will stay at your side, 617 00:52:44,328 --> 00:52:47,330 and together we shall see the House of Batiatus 618 00:52:47,414 --> 00:52:49,332 rise to former glories. 619 00:52:50,000 --> 00:52:51,584 You remain here? 620 00:52:51,710 --> 00:52:55,421 Until breath flees wearied flesh, calling me to the afterlife.