The story centers on during a time when he is managing his father's ludus (gladiator school). Ambitious and ruthless, Batiatus schemes to gain political power and social status in Capua.
(2011) is a six-episode Starz miniseries that serves as a prequel to Spartacus: Blood and Sand . It explores the history of the House of Batiatus and the rise of its original champion, Gannicus , five years before Spartacus' arrival. Πλοκή (Plot) The story centers on during a time when
Batiatus navigates dangerous rivalries with local noblemen like Tullius and fellow lanistas like Solonius . It explores the history of the House of
The series provides backstories for returning characters such as Crixus , Oenomaus (Doctore), and Lucretia . Επεισόδια (Episodes) The miniseries aired from January 21 to February 25, 2011. Past Transgressions (Παλαιά Παραπτώματα) Missio (Αποστολή) Paterfamilias (Οικοδεσπότης) Beneath the Mask (Πίσω από τη Μάσκα) Reckoning (Λογαριασμός) The Bitter End (Το Πικρό Τέλος) Cast & Characters a skilled but hedonistic Celtic gladiator
Gannicus , a skilled but hedonistic Celtic gladiator, is the star of the house.