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
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 . A younger, ambitious Quintus Batiatus (John Hannah) manages
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 Ashur (Nick E. Tarabay)