A younger, ambitious Quintus Batiatus (John Hannah) manages his father's gladiator school ( ludus ) while his father is away in Sicily. He schemes to gain social standing and secure a place for his gladiators in the opening games of a massive new arena. Key Characters & Plot Points
Approximately five years before the arrival of Spartacus in Capua. A younger, ambitious Quintus Batiatus (John Hannah) manages
A younger, unskilled Crixus (Manu Bennett) is purchased by Batiatus for 50 dinars, despite his perceived low value, because Batiatus sees potential in him. A younger, unskilled Crixus (Manu Bennett) is purchased
Lucretia (Lucy Lawless) is joined by her friend Gaia (Jaime Murray), a Roman socialite who brings a taste for opium and debauchery to the villa. Technical Specs & Reception Characters like Oenomaus (Peter Mensah), Ashur (Nick E
Batiatus attempts to win favor with the nobleman Tullius to ensure his gladiators are featured in the upcoming games, but his aggressive tactics result in him being beaten by Tullius's men.
Characters like Oenomaus (Peter Mensah), Ashur (Nick E. Tarabay), and Barca (Antonio Te Maioha) appear in earlier roles, with Oenomaus still serving as a gladiator before becoming Doctore .