TV: Spartacus

[kyubisrage]

Anyone watch this?

[iMUSTbeTHEdevil]

I have missed some of the earlier ones, but have seen a few now. It is pretty good. Some parts are eh though. Too much blood for the sake of blood.

[kyubisrage]

Ya i know what you mean. But it is pretty unpredictable and I like that.

[Penner]

I love this show, insane amounts of blood and violence, full frontal nudity, and sex scenes that are pretty much softcore porn lol, whats not to like? :D

Plus i actually like the characters and the story is decent aswell.

Good thing this show was renewed for a second season before the first episode had even aired on TV, thats fucking commitment ^_^

[Penner]

Season 2 delayed, star Andy Whitfield undergoes cancer treatment (http://ausiellofiles.ew.com/2010/03/09/spartacus-star-andy-whitfield-has-cancer/#more-6737)

:(

[Logrus]

Also started watching the show after i heard the review "a collective of blood,sex and orgies.
Looked at the cast and saw Xena (Lucy Lawless) and i was hooked.

[Sapphire]

I've actually seen one or two episodes of this, and I have to say I like it.

[Penner]

The only thing that i find slightly annoying is the fact it seems to be more full frontal male nudity than female, guess the ladies need some eye-candy aswell, eh? :D

[Sapphire]

Sadly, I've only seen a guy naked once so far.

And yes, the eye candy is very nice. Very nice indeed.

Also now that I know that one lady is XENA I can't unsee her as Xena! I think it's freaking awesome that she's making a comeback right now though. I'm on like episode five and loving it.

[Logrus]

Yeah to much Male nudity. Show more Xena please :(

Tho weird roll for the guy from " The Mummy ", he was so funny and now just a douchebag,

[kyubisrage]

Insane episode.. I saw that coming though loll.

[Penner]

Yah, that headsmashing was fucking brutal... awesome stuff :D

[Sapphire]

I think they stepped their sex/gore game up in this episode, and I have to say I like where this is going.

I thought Asher was a permanent cripple, I didn't know gladiators who are trusted enough would be able to go outside palace walls! Does Xena's husband know Xena is banging that gladiator? And somehow I don't think Xena will face the repercussions from snobbyrichgreek girl for obviously betraying her. But she DID kill someone so they're in it together now.

I really like Xena. She expresses emotions so well. I admire her subtle face shifts when someone hits on a conversation topic that she finds unpleasant. She then smoothly creates the perfect and persuasive reply in a masterful fashion. I really admire Xena as an actor (and character).

The boy killer arc was a good ride as well. It seems like the leader of the gladiators isn't done with it yet. Perhaps Asher's indiscretions will all be revealed at once. Or perhaps someone will just get fed up and murder him. He's definitely not in the proper position to take risks of betrayel though. He's goin' down.

[itadakimasu]

I'm enjoying the series for the most part. The wife says we can't watch it while we're eating dinner again :)

[kyubisrage]

i think the couson of marcus w.e was/is much hotter than glabbers wife.. Who else agrees?

To bad shes gone though.. she was a fine piece of ass.

[deadlydreamx]

i think the couson of marcus w.e was/is much hotter than glabbers wife.. Who else agrees?

To bad shes gone though.. she was a fine piece of ass.

she was def hotter.. sucks she got killed off so soon :(

[Sapphire]

I love how you guys only care if she died because she's hot.

Xena OWNS her role.

[kyubisrage]

well she was a minor character and she was annoying.. But she was hot so it was partially ok.

I wonder when spartacus is gonna find out about his wifes death

[samsonlonghair]

This is my favorite new show on TV. I love the ultra-violence and sexuality. I love Lucy Lawless as the Domina Lucretia. She's such a schemer. Seeing Illithia bash that bitches face on the marble floor was brutal.

What do you guys think is the most brutal scene in Sparticus so far? I'd have to say that crucifixion scene was the worst.

[Sapphire]

Hmm. I think the skinning face part was noteworthy. But I thought he would take his really dirty fighting style to the gladiator ring to win.... Which makes it seem like consistency is lacking to me.

I bet the moment Spartacus finds out his wife was murdered he'll lead a revolt. (Season 2?)

Another question: When is Xena going to find out her boytoy has another love?

[Logrus]

Well dont know about brutal but the most disgusting part was the guys banging then the other guy raping the guy who hung himself.

Got to admit the writer must have some issues.

[kyubisrage]

What a fucking cunt.. Wow I hate that bitch

[Logrus]

Yeah damn bitch hope they rape and crucify her at the end

[Penner]

Man, i did not see that coming... i really liked his character too.

Sucks to be Spartacus now... but man, when he finds out Ilithyia was behind it, and that "dominus" had his wife AND Barka killed... shit will go insane!

[Sapphire]

This episode made me cry... :(

[kyubisrage]

This is was def a tear jerker. Im glad i made this thread lol I have people to discuss.. What a cunt man fucking bitch... I knew shit was up to something...

[Sapphire]

Yeah I thought she was cute until she went and did that. But I have to admit it was clever. But seriously, she is so sadistic to someone who views as a slave/animal, but she kills someone of equal or higher status and only then does she feel complete remorse and sorrow. Perhaps for her own standing and not because she took anothers life, but it's an interesting contrast.

And we have yet to see Xena and her husband in their evilest light. Right now they can't be killed/screwed over without some sympathy votes but I'm sure eventually everyone will be happy that they're gone as well (after they do something particularly fucked up). For example I still feel sad about the fact that she can't have a baby.

For now, I'll savor the clever, conniving, and slightly flawed Xena. (Until the show downgrades her to senator's wife level)

[Yukimura]

Awwwwwwwwwwwwwwww :(
That was some really devious shit that went down but when I step back I have to admit it was a nice touch to the universe to show that other prominent characters can and possibly will die. This gives me more hope that Asher/Asha will be relieved of his head before everything is said and done. Crazy ass Ilithyia is an excellent trouble maker character and I really can't help but feel for Batiatus since he basically wants the American dream and does seem to work hard for it but every time something good happens to him something bad tends to happens to even it out.

I think Lucretia/Xena is just an awesome character, she seems to have the largest range of emotions on the cast and feels like the most complete and multi-faceted character. I think she really loves Crixus but I'm not confident I know how she feels about Batiatus. It feels like she could genuinely love him and want him to succeed for his own sake or she could just as easily see him like someone she's stuck with and tolerates amicably but who she wants to see succeed mainly for the positive effect it would have on her own life. In either case I don't think she bears him much if any ill will. Seeing the excellent face she puts on in public and the cracks in it from behind the scenes makes her my favorite character to watch though, when I'm not staring googly eyed at all the natural(ish) looking boobage or gratuitous violence of course.

And on an unrelated note, did anyone else notice how similar Mira looks to Sura? They're clearly not identical as Mira has all those cute freckles but the first time I saw her I was like, she's going to end up in Spartacus' bed.

[Sapphire]

One of them is the wife right? I thought the wife and Spartacus' new maybe lover DEFINITELY look alike. But I never thought Spartacus would hook up with her because the wife DID say "I'm the only woman you'll ever love" (Hey, I did think she was clairvoyant or something lol)

I can't freakin' wait for the next ep. That BETTER not have been the finale!!!

[Penner]

Nah, there's 3 episodes left on this season ^_^

[Yukimura]

Yes Sappi, Sura is Spartacus's wife, Mira is the new slave holding him at the end of episode 10.

[iMUSTbeTHEdevil]

Nah, there's 3 episodes left on this season ^_^

And you will have to wait a while longer to see new ones, season 2 is on hold.

http://www.starpulse.com/news/Casey_Johnson/2010/03/10/andy_whitfield_of_spartacus_blood_and_

[Sapphire]

Glad they caught it in it's early stages though!!!

[Logrus]

The newest episode was by far the best one :o Maybe finally they will start the whole rebellious Spartacus, as the vengeful one. Hope Crixus joins him and his slave girl.

[Sapphire]

Ohhh snaps!!! That was epic.

[Uchiha Barles]

"Hrrrm...how long does it take to watch 9 one hour episodes of Spartacus?" That was the joy I was faced with this past week. I love this show. I embrace it, caress it, I fuck it. Way too much happened for me to throw my two cents in about everything worth speaking of, so I'll just say that this show speaks to me from all facets.

The breakdown of Sparticus' will, him learning humility to the point of casting aside his former identity and be rebuilt into an honorable, powerful, yet different entity was excellent. The way they showed that a slave's honor and scruples have no meaning but what their Dominus allows was masterfully done. The fights are awesomely choreographed and just unmercifully brutal. And the machiavellan political maneuverings are deliciously evil. Oh, and the humor, god I love it! "WHO WILL FACE ME?! WHOOOOOO WILL FAAAACE ME?!" while holding the guy's face on display. Classic xD. I have 0 complaints about the show.

The episode that just passed was great. First, Crixus is badmotherfucker defined. That might've been my favorite fight scene thus far in the series. Maybe...Spartacus had his moment too, but Spartacus seems more inventive in the arena whereas Crixus seems more, straightforward. Both styles have their allure xD. Secondly, Batiatus fucked up even as he played a brilliant hand. Tied up loose ends indeed, but too little too late. It just goes to show. Spartacus really did try to suppress who he was in the past. If he hadn't, his dead wife would've remained on his mind (if he had remained alive) and he would've IMMEDIATELY recognized that the fat guy was uninjured. No subconscious pressure would've been needed. Now we get to see just how smart Spartacus is.

I just hope that Illythia bitch gets what's coming to her. And the universe hides behind cosmic locked doors the atrocities capable of delivering justice to her.

[kyubisrage]

AWESOME FUCKING EPISODE... I cant wait till next friday they are gonna fuck that place up.

[Penner]

This show is just fucking epic on all levels!

[iMUSTbeTHEdevil]

I couldn't believe how much actually happened in one episode. It reminds me of Nip/Tuck in that sense. Not an hour of waste, but a complete hour of story.

[Uchiha Barles]

Man, I'll say it again, I LOVE this show! Those fight scenes just make you want to get up and start a bar fight wherever you are. And man, I'm beginning to respect Spartacus more and more. Right now, he can bow down to the man primarily responsible for his plight, as well as the man who murdered his wife, all the while maintaining his identity, and his desire for vengence. I also like that he's plotting intelligently and starting to ready the gladiators for rebellion.

I really wish he'd have said nothing at all about his plans to that girl slave who won't leave him alone, but at least she didn't betray him...yet. Then again, it was said at a point he was willing to sacrifice everyone just to see Batiatus die. I think seeing Varo's wife (Orelia?) reminded him he does care about others, and seeing fucking Claudius Glabber again that reminded him that it's more than just Batiatus that needs to catch it. I

Also, I think when Crixus finds out what really happened to Barca, he'll start seeing things Spartacus's way. Having lost his love, with no hope of freedom, he'll then (finally) understand what it means to be a slave. And no, no sir, he will not like it. I see no flaw in this series thus far xD.

[Penner]

The next episode's title is "Kill Them All", AND its the season finale... i expect some serious shit is about to go down!

[kyubisrage]

Wwll Spartacus and Krixus are supposed to be best buddies...

[Penner]

I was checking Wikipedia to see if they had any info why ep13 wasnt released yet, and i stumbled on to this piece of info:

"March 9, 2010, IGN.com reported that the production of Season 2 has been delayed due to star Andy Whitfield being diagnosed with early-stage non-Hodgkin lymphoma. According to the weekly New York magazine, due to the delay, Starz is developing a six-episode prequel to Spartacus: Blood and Sand."

[Uchiha Barles]

I'm pretty sure episode 13 aired last night unless I'm missing something. Though, I think this prequel business explains something. I've seen the articles informing of the delay in the production of season 2, but I've also seen a commercial that (I think) said that season 2 would begin airing on Friday, April 23rd. I'm assuming then, that the prequels are what begin airing on the 23rd.

[Sapphire]

I just saw the finale.

OMG. Epic. OMGGGG

That's all I can say.

All of the awesome people are going to be there next season too. Yes can't wait.

[Uchiha Barles]

Don't read this if you're concerned about spoiler's.

Not ALL of the awesome people will be back next season xD. Fucking rained blood all OVER the place, my goodness! Bringer of rain indeed.

[Logrus]

Yeah that was some wicked shit ill give them that... The next season will probably be them hiding or what not but was sooo sad that Xena died :( no more banging scenes with her :(

[Sapphire]

Maybe she didn't actually die! *Is in denial*

[Uchiha Barles]

Man, Crixus made her die slow. Can't believe Spartacus was nicer to Batiatus, who by the way, I'm going to miss. Bastard as the man was, he was fucking brilliant and had SOME honor as long as it didn't impede his ambition. The perfect bad guy. I actually felt a little bad for him when Doctore (who we now know to be Oenomaus-leader of the rebellion besides Crixus and Spartacus) didn't answer his call. Such a magnificent schemer...gone :( .

And yes...I've been waiting since I was a teenager to see Xena naked. I'll miss her too :( .

[iMUSTbeTHEdevil]

That was some shit there. Definitely lived up to the title of the ep.

[kAi]

WOW, what a crazy episode!!
I was hanging onto every second, seemed like it went for ages.
I liked Batiatus and it's sad to see him go for the things Uchiha Barles mentioned.

It's good to hear that a prequel is going to come out (and soon by the sounds of it), any news on who it's going to be on? I hope batiatus is in it.

[Logrus]

To be honest that jump towards the balcony made me gasp for air ahahha So epic... hope they milk this show for everything its worth xd

[animus]

Powered through most all the episodes in 3 days. Awesome series. They sure do love to say cock. "By Jupiter's Cock!".

[Sapphire]

How lucky! I wish I just discovered this series yesterday. If we're lucky Xena and her boytoys will be in the prequel.

[Penner]

Just watched it last night and it was everything i hoped for and then some! Sooo deliciously awesome!

And that sneaky bugger Ashur survived to plot and scheme another day!

[deadlydreamx]

I REALLY wanted Asher to run into crixus outside.

[Uchiha Barles]

I'm wondering, just how is Asher going to be a relevant character next season? I ask because Asher was a slave, and his master was killed in a slave rebellion. Now he had an out at some point, Selonius, but that guy's dead too. So Asher basically is a wanted man, and he has no connections to turn to. This is quite a bind for him to weasel his way out of.

[Penner]

'Spartacus' Star Andy Whitfield Is Cancer-Free & Ready To Return To The Starz Series (http://www.deadline.com/2010/06/spartacus-star-andy-whitfield-is-cancer-free-ready-to-return-to-the-starz-series/)

Huzzah!!

[Uchiha Barles]

Hellz fucking YES! I have to admit, I wasn't really comforted by the fact that the cancer was detected early. I was just thinking "Once again the gods bare cock and prepare to ram it in fucking ass!" I guess they put it back in xD.

[Penner]

Lucretia lives! Lucy Lawless in 'Spartacus' season 2 (http://livefeed.hollywoodreporter.com/2010/08/lucretia-lives-lawless-in-spartacus-season-two.html)

[Uchiha Barles]

Oh ffs............................................... ....

I don't know how I'm going to feel about this in the long run, but as of right now, it's marring a perfect ending. I suppose there's some hope that she might've lived since it was a slow death belly wound Crixus afflicted her with. But this is the roman empire we're talking about. I don't think they could cure a wound like that, having no understanding of germ theory or the ability to do blood transfusions...whatever. We'll see how it goes.

Even the might Spartacus isn't immune to the influence of network greed.

[animus]

Retconning ftl.

[Sapphire]

I have to agree with you Uchiha, but at the same time I have a twisted happiness over getting to see Lawless again.

We don't know -how- she's going to be next season of course. Her empire has fallen, after all. There is such a thing as human resilience, and she's demonstrated quite an ample amount so far. She doesn't have any money, so what's going to happen to her??? No way will she become a charity case?

[Penner]

Well this sucks...


Andy Whitfield, star of Starz's "Spartacus: Blood and Sand," has been advised by his doctors to immediately resume aggressive treatment for a recurrence of cancer, as a result of which he will not be returning for the series' second season, which was tentatively set to air in September 2011.

"It's with a deep sense of disappointment that I must step aside from such an exceptional project as Spartacus‚ and all the wonderful people involved. It seems that it is time for myself and my family to embark on another extraordinary journey. Thank you sincerely for the support so far," said Whitfield.

"Our hearts and prayers are with Andy and his family during this difficult time," said Starz President and CEO Chris Albrecht. "Andy is not only an incredible actor whose portrayal of Spartacus made an indelible impression on Starz audiences, he is also an amazing human being whose courage, strength, and grace in the face of adversity have inspired all of us."

No decisions have yet been made about the future of the series. "Right now, we just want to extend our concern and support to Andy and his family," said Carmi Zlotnik, Managing Director, Starz Media. "We will address our programming plans at some later date."

Starz still plans to air the prequel to "Spartacus: Blood and Sand" in January 2011. Entitled "Spartacus: Gods of the Arena," it focuses on the House of Batiatus before Spartacus arrives in Capua and stars returning cast members John Hannah, Lucy Lawless, Peter Mensah and Manu Bennett, along with newcomer Dustin Clare.

Source: Andy Whitfield not returning to 'Spartacus' (http://livefeed.hollywoodreporter.com/2010/09/andy-whitfield-not-returning-to-spartacus.html)

[Uchiha Barles]

Last time I heard of his cancer, I was primarily sad for the show. This time I feel bad for him. I hope he recovers from this resurgence and that all is well for him and his family.

[Munsu]

Well some more sad news for him, but a bit optimistic for fans of the show. They're recasting the lead role for Spartacus:
http://ausiellofiles.ew.com/2010/10/04/its-official-spartacus-moving-forward-with-recast/

[Uchiha Barles]

Ladies and Gentlemen! Gods of the Arena has finally aired, what a glorious first episode filled with all the excesses we've come to know and love from Blood and Sand! As always Batiatus is his scheming, Machiavellian self, but you're treated to new delights as well. Oenamaeus's wife is gorgeous, Lucretia is joined by a beautiful, decadent childhood bi-sexual friend, Gannicus (the new lead) is a cocky son of a bitch with combat skills to match his ego, and Asher...is actually likable this episode. For the next 5 weeks, its looking lke we'll be getting plenty of our weekly dosage of carnage.

[Uchiha Barles]

Is really no one checking this out? It's pretty good stuff, although if you thought the show was only blood and sex before, you'll think even more so now. But if you got the point of it all, it's a pretty good prequel even if it feels hastily done at first. We're three episodes in, and basically a good idea of what forged Batiatus's personality and outlook.

[Logrus]

I agree Barles, though this show does hold a Machiavellian touch to it with Batiatus ofc(not a masterpiece since he fails big time in the end) which i firmly belive will climax in the murder of his own father and give birth to the Batiatus we know and Love-Hate.
But i like the distance they have gone with the language, social status, surroundings and rawness of the Roman era in these two shows. Even if this arc doesn't lead to any grand conclusion as in the previous season its easy watching when your bored and need a boost :)
(and more nude Lucy[Xena] Lawless, 90% reason why i watch this).

[TwisT]

I find this series almost better then the first one. I find Gannacus and Oenomeius (who knows how these damn names are spelled without actually looking it up? no one, that's who!!) more interesting then Spartacus and Crixus. Spartacus was actually kind of boring at times. Also we all knew Oenomeius was much stronger then Crixus in Blood and Sand, so it's been real interesting to see how Crixus gained the title of Champion when Gannacus is considered an equal to Oenomeius. And now we know why.

And it's also very interesting to see Ashur's story. In Blood and Sand he was brother, but still he was ridiculed and laughed. And the only reason for it seemed to be that Crixus had given him his leg wound. It seemed like he was unjustly picked on and that made him the backstabbing whore that he was at the end. Only thing missing was, "Why did Crixus wound Ashur to begin with? Is it just that Crixus is an asshole or is it Ashur that is the treacherous fucker to begin with?". Well now we know that Ashur, who started out as a swell guy, turned out to be a total dick once things started to go his way a little.

[Uchiha Barles]

Whoa...you're probably right. I think people who saw what Asher did to his "friend", in wounding his eye, actually knew that the friend had the upper hand. Crixus included. The wound Crixus gave Asher was probably in retaliation for that. Crixus might've been an asshole, but he's never shown himself to be anything other than honorable.

[Penner]

So uhm... here's some pretty sad news..

'Spartacus' star Andy Whitfield has died... (http://www.tvline.com/2011/09/spartacus-andy-whitfield-dies/)

[Sapphire]

Aww. RIP.

[Archangel]

Yeah i posted that on the news thread as well... fucking sucks

[Uchiha Barles]

I'm still sad about this. RIP Andy, you skillfully and emotively brought to life one of history's greatest warriors and will be remembered for it.

[Penner]

First ep of "Spartacus: Vengeance" (season 2) is apparently out already, even tho it airs on the 27th :P (it's even out in 720p)

edit: Heads up, it looks like some framerate or stuttering (might just be on my comp tho)
Not unwatchable, but slightly annoying :P

[Uchiha Barles]

Yeah...I'm going to avoid it like the plague and see it on the premier night. Though since you've seen it, how's Liam McIntyre as Spartacus?

[Penner]

Well, at first i just kept thinking about how this new guy isn't as good as Andy was as Spartacus, but by the end of the episode i didn't even care anymore.

Jolly good ep, i really enjoyed it once i got past the new Spartacus :P

edit: Glad to see they didn't cut down on the blood and nudity at all ^^

[Uchiha Barles]

Sweet! I guess that means this guy is more than passable and everything else makes up for any shortcomings he may exhibit. Can't wait till next Friday xD.

[Penner]

Exactly, even if he's not as good as Andy, the rest of the stuff easily makes up for it ;D

[TwisT]

Agreed. Felt a little awkward at first. But slowly you lost yourself in the story.

I wonder if Gannicus will appear this season. After all he told Crixus that when he earned his freedom he should seek him out. Even though they rebelled they are kind of free now. Maybe Gannicus will come back to Capua or they will go to where he is. Or maybe we will see Animaus and Gannicus together again.

[Penner]

I think the folks who make the show said that Gannicus would indeed come back in this season, not sure when or if he's going to be a big part of stuff, but it's something atleast ^^

[Uchiha Barles]

Gannicus's role should be fairly important. If I remember correctly, the show's producers already knew of the existence of Gannicus and what his role would be from the inception of the show. When they decided to do a prequel to tide us over to season 2, they decided that would be a good opportunity to make us care about his character when he shows up.

[Archangel]

Gannicus's role should be fairly important. If I remember correctly, the show's producers already knew of the existence of Gannicus and what his role would be from the inception of the show. When they decided to do a prequel to tide us over to season 2, they decided that would be a good opportunity to make us care about his character when he shows up.
The drunk fucker who stole his best friend's wife? We're supposed to care for that guy?

I couldn't help but compare Spartacus to Spartacus but in the end i don't think it matters that much when it comes to enjoying the show as long as they keep the story moving as it is.

[TwisT]

This is a show about one of the most immoral civilizations throughout history and you decide to draw the line at adultery? Not something that came easy either.

Gannicus and Melitta was really close even before they where forced to fuck. Melitta was the calmest and most kindhearted soul on this show. It's quite understandable that Gannicus sparked more intimate feelings for her. And he struggled with what to do about it. And in the end he lost to Crixus on purpose so that he would be sold. And it's not like Melitta didn't feel for Gannicus. She was just better at resisting her urges. No doubt because she already had someone she loved. After all they where slaves. And as a slave you don't have much in your life. So when you find love it can't be easy when that someone is forbidden fruit.

Gannicus was also probably the most awesome Gladiator we have seen so far. Even though he lost against Crixus and we can't know for sure, i have the feeling he would have won if he had been fully focused on beating him. And he was considered by most to be an equal to Oenomaus (can't believe he spells his name like that) even though i think Gannicus himself still held Oenomaus higher even though he joked about it. And Oenomaus made sport of Crixus and Spartacus when they trained before the Theokoles fight. And he always fought with a smile on his lips. What's not to like?

[rockmanj]

Yea, I won't spoil, but it works. Also, that was pretty much the only actor change.

[Uchiha Barles]

I'm sorry, but I have to bitch about this regardless of having known this was coming for a year and a half now. Lucretia being alive is complete bullshit. Her introductory scene felt tacked on and her existence feels gimmicky. I'm not a fan and I severely doubt anything they do to try and justify her continued drawing of breath is going to fail with me. Needless to say I'd be hugely surprised if that wasn't the case.

Everything else was damned good. I still think Andy was a better Spartacus, but I feel it's because he had to "act" less, so to speak, to play the role. Liam's doing a fine job. Orelia's death was pretty sad to me, because not only was she tragic, but her dying words underlined Spartacus' own tragedy: he's leading these people to their ultimate demise, and it seems anyone who has more than just a passing association with him is going to live and die miserably. He's an excellent example of a cursed character.

Overall, this episode delivered what I expected, and I was not disappointed. It's been awhile since I've felt antsy waiting for an episode of a show to come out.

[Archangel]

We still don't know who treated her and how, so i'll leave the matter alone until it's properly explained.

[Animeniac77]

still the face on Lucretia's friend was priceless upon seeing her lol, and still gotta say i agree with it feeling "awkward" at first, seeing how i saw the 1st season+ it's prequel, upon seeing the 1st ep. of season 2 (Vengeance) i noticed the main actor "Andy" didn't look anywhere similar (so ofc i dug around and just recently found out about his death upon the 1st day of ep.1) but by the end ya forget about and get sucked back into the story...though ya still have that "R.I.P Andy" feeling Q_Q

[Sapphire]

I wasn't expecting Xena to be alive, so I was shocked as hell.

Of course, this episode had just the right combo of blood and sex to make me feel all tingly.

Oh yeah, I barely remember what happened in this show. Spartacus' girlfriend looks more foreign to me than Spartacus does. I guess I'll figure it out as we go along...

[Uchiha Barles]

"Short" Recap:

Spartacus and his Thracian forces were conscripted by the Roman army to aid them in defense of Thrace, a region the Romans had interest in. When the roman commander, Legatus Claudius Glaber, was given an opportunity for greater glory at a different battlefront, he ordered the Thracians to follow him there, leaving the towns women and children defenseless against the oncoming horde. The Thracians refused and rebelled, and so were either murdered by the Romans or taken slaves, Spartacus and his wife included.

After surviving execution by gladitorial combat, Spartacus was sent to a gladiator training camp while his wife was sent elsewhere far away. Lanista Quintus Lentulus Batiatus promised Spartacus that he would be reunited with his wife, and so Spartacus fought hard to survive and please Batiatus. Spartacus made friends and rivals during this time including many of the men you see currently. Batiatus and Lucretia, however, were social climbers. They used everything they could, Spartacus included, to increase the prestige of their family. They did so in spectacular fashion, it was fun to watch. So Batiatus had Spartacus' wife murdered, making it seem like she was killed by a band of brigands on her way to the Ludus. Having nothing left in the world other than his relationship with the "honorable" Batiatus, Spartacus became the perfect Gladiator. That is, until he discovered his wife's true fate by word of the man Batiatus used for the deed.

Spartacus then plotted to murder Batiatus, being fully prepared to face execution afterwards. Mira (his current fling) explained to him that his actions would seal the fate of all the slaves in the house. This helped Spartacus realize that his problems formed only a small subset of the *real* problem. The republic itself was corrupt, immoral, and the real cause of the tortured existence of the slaves in the Ludus. Indeed, the real cause of slave suffering throughout the empire.

Spartacus began plotting a revolt. Biding his time, he sought support from the slaves, house servant and gladiator alike. A number of the gladiators looked up to Crixus instead of Spartacus, and Spartacus needed their numbers for the revolt to succeed. Crixus was resistant at first. But Lucretia made the mistake of poisoning him before sending him into a death match against Spartacus, all to punish Crixus for loving another woman. Instead of taking advantage and winning the fight, Spartacus helped Crixus realize the depths of dishonor that existed in house Batiatus. He finally joined forces with Spartacus. In one of the bloodiest displays I've seen on TV, the slaves began murdering every single roman in the house, Batiatus and Lucretia included. They then left the house to unleash their fury on the Romans abroad.

There was a lot of other related stories that made the show great, like Illithya manipulating Numerius into having Spartacus kill his best friend Varro, in what was supposed to be a mock gladiator match. But that's the gist of it.

[Sapphire]

Wow, that was a really good synopsis! Reminds me of why this show is so damn good. I'm pumped up again for episode 2!

[Animeniac77]

Can't wait till this season really gets into gear though O.o makes ya ponder 'bout that Movie "300" without all the fiction o.o

[Sapphire]

Yeah, this show is pretty much a serialized version of 300.

With a plot.

[Animeniac77]

Question: does the new actor who plays "Spartacus" seem a lil...idk..."Scrawnier"? then the Main one? (Andy)

[Uchiha Barles]

I think he's overall just not as good, though I haven't gone back to check andy's physique against Liam's. A friend of mine mentioned that Andy seemed to be in better shape though, so you might be right.

[Animeniac77]

well i just rewatched "Blood and Sand" and "Vengeance" (Via DVR) and watching 2nd season after watching the 1st with 2 varying role actors...as you mentioned "Liam's" physique just doesn't "feel/look" right after being used to Andy's...but i'm sure i'll prolly brush it off by the 5th or so ep. ~.~ (Liam should maybe work out a lil more to live up to people's expectations "mine anyway") i'm somewhat of a "perfectionist" i get bugged by even some of the slightest details @.@

[Sapphire]

Interesting. I think the new guy is quite good.

[Animeniac77]

Interesting. I think the new guy is quite good.

you don't have any complaints about him? o.o not even miniscule ones?

[Sapphire]

Nope. No complaints.

[Penner]

My biggest gripe is that he looks too little like a gladiator/warrior and more like Mr.Averagejoe McRandomdude... he needs to get in better physical shape tbh.

Maybe he didn't have much time to really train for the part since it looked like Andy was going to beat his cancer then it took a turn for the worse and he died, so he probably had to somewhat rush into the role.

[kyubisrage]

My biggest gripe is that he looks too little like a gladiator/warrior and more like Mr.Averagejoe McRandomdude... he needs to get in better physical shape tbh.

Maybe he didn't have much time to really train for the part since it looked like Andy was going to beat his cancer then it took a turn for the worse and he died, so he probably had to somewhat rush into the role.


When andys cancer returned they started recasting, not like they waited for andy to die to cast. Andy actually helped in choosing his replacement.

[Penner]

Aye i know, but still... even some of my friends commented on how "average" this new Spartacus looked when they watched the ep :P

[Animeniac77]

Aye i know, but still... even some of my friends commented on how "average" this new Spartacus looked when they watched the ep :P

if ya consider me a friend, add me to that list o/

on-topic: like i mentioned before, his physique really does wander off from the whole "gladiator/warrior" outlook, i mean even if ya compare him to some of the other roles, his physique is still lacking compared to theirs o.o (just my 2 cents)

[Splash!]

In the first season, Spartacus always stood out as the main character in every episode. This episode, it felt more like he was part of the scenery with other events unfolding. Maybe it is just me mentally trying to not to notice the difference between his portrayal and Andy's and in doing so, shutting the character out all together.

[Animeniac77]

In the first season, Spartacus always stood out as the main character in every episode. This episode, it felt more like he was part of the scenery with other events unfolding. Maybe it is just me mentally trying to not to notice the difference between his portrayal and Andy's and in doing so, shutting the character out all together.

i know exactly what ya mean, i somewhat got that feeling myself

[Sapphire]

I think that had to do with the direction of the episode. I think it equalizes the importance of all the story lines.

[Animeniac77]

k so i was rewatching the full 1st episode of Vengeance and JUST noticed...Liam doesn't seem to be "into" the whole "Spartacus" role..i mean seriously rewatch it and you'll see what i mean, he seems like he's "trying" a bit too hard to fit the role which just ends up sorta backfiring (it's not all that great of importance, sortaish) i mean you just really have to look at his expressions and tone of voice, if ya miss that there isn't much difference

[Penner]

Nice, the second ep was even better than the first :)

[Archangel]

We need a Marik for television shows.

[Uchiha Barles]

Ok, I'm starting to see what some of you are saying about the new Spartacus. In the scenes where he and Crixus stood face to face while disagreeing on matters, I couldn't help but think "...why doesn't Crixus just hit him in the face right *now*?" Remember that scene last season where, despite being injured, Crixus decided to fight Spartacus to demonstrate his fighting condition? So that he wouldn't be sold off and taken away from Naevia? Well, Spartacus kicked his bleeding ass all over the desert sands, while talking massive amounts of shit in the guise of educating the newbies. When I try to think of this Spartacus in that scene, what I see is Crixus's leg stuck knee deep in his ass. Andy's Spartacus had a charisma that made him stand as Crixus' equal and everyone elses superior. Liam's Spartacus doesn't have that charisma, and it's making it difficult for me to accept him as the leader of this rebellion. Hell, he doesn't even seem tougher than Agron. To be fair, Agron seems tougher this season than he did last.

Asides from that (and Lucretia, as will be the case forevermore) I'm pretty happy about the episode. I'm glad Asher finally made an appearance, and did so in bold fashion. How long did he track Oenomaus before making his move? Asher is just that guy: patient, skillful, and lacking in moral restraint (relatively speaking). I just love to hate him. I'm also glad to see the rebellion story moving along. Maybe as Spartacus gets to be more cerebral to deal with the coming strife, I'll find less fault in his portrayal.

[TwisT]

First off i don't see the problem with Lucretia. Is it because she is alive? If so people should hate Crixus even more since Theokoles sliced open his gut and Crixus himself had to hold back his entrails from pouring out of his gut. All Lucretia got was stabbed in the gut to end the baby. She would have died if she didn't get help but Crixus probably lied longer on the arena floor without help then Lucretia potentially did. Specially since Asher was still alive. Once the rebellion left it would be natural for him to seek out Quintus and Lucretia.

And the way things looked it seems as Lucretia have been laying this entire time. Pretending to have amnesia. Pretending to be blessed by the gods. All in some scheming power play worthy of Lucretia. You could really see it in the end seconds of the episode when she and Asher stood face to face. I was a little confused as what to think when she was still alive when you just presume they ended her. But now i have no problem with her. She looks to be as evil as she ever was.

[Uchiha Barles]

First off i don't see the problem with Lucretia. Is it because she is alive? If so people should hate Crixus even more since Theokoles sliced open his gut and Crixus himself had to hold back his entrails from pouring out of his gut.

Lucretia's death was a story death. She was meant to die. How she died is cosmetic. Now sure, Crixus being alive is equally as ridiculous considering what Theokoles did to him, but his wounds were merely cosmetic in that sense. I've brought up in the past how Lucretia couldn't possibly have survived that wound, now you bring up Crixus. Touche. That doesn't change the real problem with her being alive though. Once again, she was supposed to be dead in the story, and someone who wasn't the writer of the story lobbied for her to be alive and have a part in this second season. That bullshit by any standard primarily concerned with artistic merit.

[TwisT]

Aha well I'm not familiar with the original story so i guess that is why it don't bothered me. Thanks for explaining.

[Splash!]

I want Lucretia dead simply because I hate her character, especially after what happened in Gods of the Arena. That bitch killed the only Roman in the show (Batiatus Sr.) that I didn't hate with every fiber in my body.

[Uchiha Barles]

Asher that hateable treacherous FUCK! Man he's awesome! I don't want to spoil anyone in here but this episode, shit gets real.

[Sapphire]

I bet you Crixus isn't really dead. Why would you hit him on the head to knock him out if he's dead already?

Plus he's too good of a character to just throw away. And that whole GO ON WITHOUT ME bit was cliche, but this is ancient Rome we're talking about, so I guess they were the first one's who did it.

[Uchiha Barles]

Yeah, I said the exact same thing when I saw it happen, because I was expecting his head to come off or at least his throat to be slit when Asher closed the distance, and when that didn't happen I thought "...wtf?" Besides, getting run through seems to kill nobody in this series.

[kyubisrage]

Anyone else notice they switched the fucking actress that plays navia....

[Sapphire]

Yeah, she looks completely different. I did a double take.

[Penner]

Asher that hateable treacherous FUCK! Man he's awesome! I don't want to spoil anyone in here but this episode, shit gets real.

I know right? He's one of those characters you just love to hate :P


Anyone else notice they switched the fucking actress that plays navia....

Aye, i even googled to be sure and they did infact recast her. Pretty small change since she's not a "main" character, but annoying nonetheless.

[rockmanj]

I am pretty sure Crixus doesn't bite the dust...yet, but we all know how this story has to end...

[Sapphire]

I have no idea how is story has to end. No spoilerz plzzzz

[kyubisrage]

Yeah, she looks completely different. I did a double take.

Pretty annoyed... Not sure on why they recasted her, I am guessing she wanted more money? Because she did a great job playing her role and we kinda already got accustomed... Losing Andy was hard enough..

[Sapphire]

The new Spartacus looks exactly like the old one, I just watched a trailer. The old Spartacus had some sort of spark or fire in him though. Still need to see more about the new Spartacus, but I'm sensing something longer and deeper.

[rockmanj]

I have no idea how is story has to end. No spoilerz plzzzz

You have never heard the story of Spartacus? Kids these days...

[Uchiha Barles]

Pretty annoyed... Not sure on why they recasted her, I am guessing she wanted more money? Because she did a great job playing her role and we kinda already got accustomed... Losing Andy was hard enough..

She decided not to renew her contract. Why? I couldn't tell you, but the decision was hers.

[TwisT]

My guess is because there was such gaps and uncertainty she decided to move on with other acting jobs and was tied up when the call for Vengeance came. Or she might have thought that it might flop without Andy and decided to pass it up and make movies. She has 1 movie and 2 TV movies out between GotA and Vengeance. And she has finished filming for another and has 2 upcoming movies to shoot. Most actors wants to make movies rather then TV shows so it's not that surprising when you see her schedule that she would pass on it.

http://www.imdb.com/name/nm2788229/

[Sapphire]

My guess is because there was such gaps and uncertainty she decided to move on with other acting jobs and was tied up when the call for Vengeance came.

This actually makes perfect sense. I wonder how they got the other actors to commit, then? I guess they were already hired for the prequel.

[Animeniac77]

quick question?...you guys watch the show via TV? or via download? (if via download mind sharing a site/link that has them in 720p quality or higher?)

[Penner]

New ep is out, and it's all kinds of awesome!

Seriously, fucking great episode.

[Sapphire]

Oh gawd, dat scene at the party.

Dat scene.

[Uchiha Barles]

New ep is out, and it's all kinds of awesome!

Seriously, fucking great episode.

Damn straight! This episode had absolutely everything you watch this series for. EVERYTHING. It just made my weekend xD. Now...will someone please tell me where the fuck Crixus' stab wound went?

[Animeniac77]

*clears throat* "Ahem" what my earlier post said...anyone? o.o

[Sapphire]

Damn straight! This episode had absolutely everything you watch this series for. EVERYTHING. It just made my weekend xD. Now...will someone please tell me where the fuck Crixus' stab wound went?

The mighty gods hath blessed him.

[Sapphire]

New Episode


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Gaius went apeshitttt.

[Penner]

Holy fucking awesome episode!

My hands were literally trembling at the end of the ep!

[Animeniac77]

Gannicus...Hmmm friend or foe?

[Uchiha Barles]

Holy fucking awesome episode!

My hands were literally trembling at the end of the ep!

Oh yes, I could not believe how epic that was! You know, throughout the entirety of the story, I think the ones I've hated the most out of everyone there was to hate, was the blood-mongering crowd. I almost shed a tear I was so happy. It looked like the Arena opened up, revealing the gates of hell, and the devil arose to claim what belonged to him.



Gaius went apeshitttt.

That was a pretty logical move on his part, though I'm not entirely sure it was the best move. Illithya's proven to be quite a capable bitch. Glaber deserves everything that's coming to him. However, the people surrounding him are so horrible I'm actually finding myself rooting for him just to watch them squirm. So, I found that scene to be quite awesome, and coming directly after 2 other nobles dying and the crowd going straight to hell. Waaaay too much awesome concentrated in so small a time span xD.


Gannicus...Hmmm friend or foe?

Right now, friend, definitely.

P.S. God I wish the preview for episode 6 was out. Just one..more...drop of...awesome plz :(

[Penner]

New ep's out, and god damn this show is awesome!

Watching Ashur and Gaius go fucking mental on everything in their path is nothing short of pure delight, and that new Egyptian dude dual-wielding daggers looks fucking badass!

[Sapphire]

Oh my god. The performances in this episode were fucking stellar. Wow. This series just gets better with every episode.

Spartacus is now the best show on TV.

[Uchiha Barles]

I'm very much impressed with how the new Spartacus is coming into the role. As he faced Gannicus I finally believed him as being the rebellion's leader. And Asher once again proves himself more than meets the eye. Honestly, I kind of thought of him as a bit cowardly, but a coward would've found a way to back out of that fight against the three soldiers. Instead, he ruined their shit. That was awesome xD. And then, to further show his bravery, he went ahead and assembled that crew of serial killers. This character keeps earning more and more respect.

[oyabun]

Now I'm curious how Gaius would handle Sepia.

[Sapphire]

Oh, snap! Wild cardddddd.

[Penner]

Well that backfired quite badly for Lucrecia, not only is Gannicus now against them, he also knows she wants Gaius dead... sucks to be her :P

[Uchiha Barles]

I'm tingling at the thought of what may have happened to the wife. I'm sooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo*pauses to catch breath*ooooooooooooooooo hoping that Gannicus brings her pos ass to the rebel encampment. And man, Gannicus looked cool as shit pouncing from the shadows.

[rockmanj]

Oh, those wacky Germans! Gannicus did look pretty badass, long silky hair and all.

[Janice]

quick question?...you guys watch the show via TV? or via download? (if via download mind sharing a site/link that has them in 720p quality or higher?)
You can download just about every TV show from torrent sites a few minutes after it airs. I use a private tracker but demonoid doesn't require registration.

[Penner]

Btw, episode 8 just came out, but it's 04:52 here and i should probably sleep lol, so i'll have to wait until i wake up to watch it.

I also use a private tracker for almost all my torrenting needs, but it's already out on TPB, so you can get it there.

[Uchiha Barles]

Really? She's still alive? That's complete bullshit. I don't care if he's not interested in killing her for vengence. She's been to the camp. It doesn't matter that she hasn't seen the way to it, she's seen it. If she recalls enough to describe it properly, I guarantee that someone knows enough to take the description and match it to temple ruins. She's also seen people and heard things. Letting her out of there alive was a stupid move. They didn't even manage to get weapons and armor out of her. This episode pissed me off.

[oyabun]

I think it is a very good outcome on the episode. Imagine what would happen in Glava's camp when Illithia(?) comes back. She would definitely be in bitch mode when she finds out what Sepia is doing. A whole lot of political mess would ensure.

[Uchiha Barles]

I can only hope that the reason she remains alive is so that she can meet a more horrible death. With Sepia's newfound knowledge of how her brother met his end, she'll probably want to ruin Glaber in some way. This may provide the incentive for Glaber to mend the relationship between his wife and himself.

[rockmanj]

I think it is actually good for Spartacus and bad for Glaber that she is alive. Now that she knows Glaber doesn't care about her at all, she and Lucretia are probably gonna throw a monkey wrench in his plans. I never thought they would kill her.

[Janice]

Knowing this series, an even more gruesome death surely awaits her.

Anyway, I hope she doesn't die <3 Illithya

[Animeniax]

I just started watching this show, based on all the talk and excitement about it in this thread. Not bad, especially in Blu-ray, the visual are stunning and the 300-esque effects are cool. I'm hoping there's more to the story (I've seen the first episode) because so far all I'm getting is the Russell Crowe in Gladiator feel, though I'm sure that was based on the Spartacus legend.

[Penner]

Everything about this show just gets better as it goes on ^^

However, since you just started watching it you (probably) won't have as much downtime between the seasons as the rest of us did, so the cast changes for some roles from season one to two will probably be much more jarring :p

[Janice]

I watched S1 and caught up to S2 in about a week, and it took me a few episodes to get used to the new Spartacus. I didn't even notice Naevia had been recast though.

[Uchiha Barles]

I watched S1 and caught up to S2 in about a week, and it took me a few episodes to get used to the new Spartacus. I didn't even notice Naevia had been recast though.

Did you catch the prequel? There was a six episode prequel that ran between seasons 1 and 2 that helped to explain the motivations of characters from both seasons.

[Janice]

Yeah, I actually watched it first. I wanted to see it in chronological order.

[Uchiha Barles]

How is this series so good? I'm astounded at the skill with which character development and action scenes are done. It's been awhile since I've been drawn into a story so deeply. *tears*

[Penner]

Oh my good god, it's hard to even begin to describe how completely off the charts awesome this episode was.

This show is truly amazing.

[rockmanj]

HOLY SHIT. That is basically all I can say. It looks like they are following the Spartacus story pretty faithfully, all things considered. I won't say more, but the finale should be nuts. I think my favorite line was from Gannicus: "Hold this you fuck. And do not drink it." Also that scene where Illthyia slits Seppia's throat? "Holy Shitsnacks!", as Pam from Archer would say.

[oyabun]

I'm a little sad that Sepia is gone. I fancy her grinning face and how she talks with that playful voice. Too bad she's a child and Lucrecia can easily pick her off. One mistake Illthyia has done is revealing the father of her child to Lucrecia. A really bad move imo. Atleast I'm pretty sure next week's episode will be awesome, it will help me get over Sepia's death.

[Uchiha Barles]

Sepia was so dumb. She was cute, but she was dumb, just like her brother. The second her gambit with Praetor Varinius failed, she should have been in fear for her life, and she should have prioritized getting out of that house.

[Uchiha Barles]

Satisfying...oh so satisfying...everyone got what was coming to them it was awesome! And Lucretia...to think this was her goal at the end...that's dedication, commitment. For such a creepy ending, I can almost forgive her for being alive at all. Almost. I can only hope that as despair consumes her fading mind, Illithya's blood trickles out slowly and painfully so that she might know hell before closing her eyes one last time. That was so delicious!

Edit: Shit...I somehow it didn't dawn on me that this was the last episode of the season. I'm sad :(. Ah well, Game of Thrones on Sunday :D.

[oyabun]

Damn, so that was Lucretia's goal all along. That short sequence between the battle and Lucretia was just intense. I have no complain or whatsoever for this season ender. The only sad part is losing Mira and Anemeus. We won't be able to see Mira's hawt ass anymore :(

And yea GOT! :D

[Penner]

Fuck me, that was one hell of a finale!

I can do nothing but applaud and praise the writers and actors of this show, and as skeptical as i first was about Liam being the new Sparty, he has more than proven himself a worthy replacement.

Lookin' forward to next season!

[oyabun]

Next season would be interesting, who wil they send next? Will Julius enter the stage now? :D

[Penner]

I am really going to miss Oenomaus and Ashur though, they were two of my favorite characters in the show :/

[oyabun]

The death of Oenomaus gives off a bitter sweet feeling. he can finally rest and perhaps see his wife. I didn't like how the battle ended between Navia and Ashur. It felt like a cheap win. But yea it is really impossible for her to win againts a gladiator even if Ashur is one of the weakest one. Hell Ashur even defeated roman soldiers 0_o

[Uchiha Barles]

The death of Oenomaus gives off a bitter sweet feeling. he can finally rest and perhaps see his wife. I didn't like how the battle ended between Navia and Ashur. It felt like a cheap win. But yea it is really impossible for her to win againts a gladiator even if Ashur is one of the weakest one. Hell Ashur even defeated roman soldiers 0_o

Yeah, he was a gladiator and she was far from it, but Asher was both injured and arrogant, while she was trained by Crixus, so things kind of add up. It's not like she bested him, he let his guard down, and it cost him his crotch, and then his head. And yes I'm going to miss Doctore. It feels like he didn't get to do much although I know he was training the rebellion's forces. Now Mira...somehow I didn't care so much. I mean, I didn't hate her character or anything, but her death failed to register emotionally and I'm not sure why that is.

Next season, if there is a next season, they're going to have to bring in almost entirely new "villains" because I think this season wrapped up the story for the season 1 people. Except possibly Illithya...why do I get the feeling she'll be back? /sigh

[oyabun]

If Illithya did came back, what purpose would it hold? After all that happened she won't be far from what Lucretia became. Unless she marry another Praetor or a senator. She holds no power now that she lost her heir. Next season I wanna see Spartacus recruiting more rebels. It is around after the last battle that they were able to recruit more and atlast becoming a threat to the republic. I wanna see Rome's legion. Somehow Rome's soldier standard this season has been lowered considerably :(

[Penner]

Apparently Illythia is indeed dead now and isn't coming back for season 3.

tvline.com had a Q&A with the Executive Producer, here's part of it:

TVLINE | Wait… Ilithyia died too?
Oh, yeah. She’s dead. She is dead.

TVLINE | That was not made clear.
[That's] one thing I regret. If I could go back I would’ve possibly re-shot [her death scene], just so it was clear that she did, in fact, die. We had a couple of different cuts of it where we were tying her death directly, visually into Glaber’s death, which I think was a little clearer. Upon seeing the final product, I’m going to have to explain to people that no, she’s not passed out; she’s dead.


(Link to the full Q&A for those interested (http://tvline.com/2012/03/30/spartacus-vengeance-finale-spoilers-deaths/))

Warning: Contains massive spoilers if you havent watched the season finale yet.

[oyabun]

Yea he was right. It was really not clear if she's dead or not.

[Uchiha Barles]

Man, I was actually worried that she wasn't dead, now I'm happy :D. Thank man. And yes, her not getting killed at the rebel camp turned out to be just what everyone needed. It put Glaber right in Spartacus' jaws, and it allowed Illithya to meet her end by having a baby cut right from her womb sans anethesia; I could not have asked for a better kill.

[Uchiha Barles]

Teaser Trailer for the next season revealed earlier at Comic-Con. Get your bibs ready, you're going to drool.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5qXoC-DykyM&feature=player_embedded

[Penner]

Watching that trailer:

http://pixelscribbles.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/schwing.jpg

[Uchiha Barles]

Three more weeks, then the conclusion to this epic story begins. Here's some insight into Spartacus' opponents this coming season:


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f1Eyp2rcrXE&feature=youtu.be

[Penner]

First ep of the new(and final) season is out!

Fantastic season opener, full throttle from the get-go :P

Gonna be sad when this show ends, but i've read about a possible Julius Caesar spinoff series, and if it's by the same people who made this i'm sure it will be awesome aswell.

[rockmanj]

Yea, it was a pretty good episode, and Gannicus had some of the best scenes of the ep. I am liking how they are framing Crassus. It would make sense that someone who thinks like Spartacus would be the one to take him down.

[Uchiha Barles]

This series continues to not disappoint. I'm with you on Crassus, Spartacus built his army on roman arrogance, and had they continued to apply roman arrogance against him, I think Rome itself would be in reach for him. I hope they do a...interquel? between seasons 2 and 3 to show how Spartacus gathered the forces he has now. That short summary didn't do it for me, I wanted more *drool*. We're going to see a lot of that type of thing this season, so its unlikely it'll happen.

And um...angry Spartacus is angry...sheesh :D

[rockmanj]

It is very tragic that all he has is his anger left. It's a shame his wrath is going to lead to the downfall of him and his generals (who seem to have found something meaningful). Actually, maybe it is good that they got to live as free men and determine their own fate, even if it is sealed.

Also here is a cool interview about the last season: http://www.cinemablend.com/television/Spartacus-Creator-Steven-DeKnight-Stars-Talk-War-Damned-Part-1-51703.html

[Xrlderek]

I love this show. I hate crixus and his girl so much though. Their scenes are identical every single time. "You shine brighter than the sun" god, stop it, please.

[rockmanj]

Anyone catch the episode 2? Some moral ambiguity enters the picture...also WTF was Caesar having that woman do to him? That was bizarre.

[Archangel]

Anyone catch the episode 2? Some moral ambiguity enters the picture...also WTF was Caesar having that woman do to him? That was bizarre.
Moral ambiguity from both sides of the coin, Crassus and Spartacus, which makes me think that they'll both fall by the end of this.

And yeah i didn't get that either, i guess that what you call genital mutilation?

[Archangel]

Ep.03:

Fucking Naevia man, that Roman was a total bro. I never liked her character, she's just there... being annoying. Can't believe Crixus passed on sweet Xena pussy for that other cunt.

It also seems that insubordination is raising withing the ranks with each passing day. Factions are being formed and if these pirates are added to the blend it's only bound to become worse.

[Uchiha Barles]

Yup, now, I won't feel a thing when Naevia eventually catches it. I'm just annoyed that it doesn't look like anyone'll ever find out the truth behind his death.

[Splash!]

Episode 4:

That was a grim episode. Naevia (the 'mad bitch', as Gannicus so eloquently put it) makes my blood boil. I was worried she would end up killing Gannicus and was kind of hoping Caesar's knife was meant for her.

Also, I feel sad for Sabinus. All the guy ever did was be a good friend and look what it got him. As soon as Crassus asked Tiberius to include himself in the punishment, I knew the poor guy's fate was sealed. Dammit Tiberius, you had one God damn order and you couldn't even follow that!

[Uchiha Barles]

Man, fuck the Romans. To me, this was the best episode since season 1. Season 2 definitely had its great moments, but the combination of nerve-wreaking intrigue, moral ambiguity and relentless brutality has not been achieve in intensity or quality of mix since season 1. Until now that is. Fuck the Romans but I'll I felt bad both for the pussies who ran and for the shackled slaves who got slaughtered.

I think Naevia is now my most hated character in the series, even more than Lucretia in season 1 (not season 2).

Insta-edit: How could I forget to mention, Gannicus is fucking boss. He owned the shit out of Crixus.

[Splash!]

To me, this was the best episode since season 1.

Indeed it was. Easily the best episode out of season 2 and 3 thus far.


Insta-edit: How could I forget to mention, Gannicus is fucking boss. He owned the shit out of Crixus.

What I liked even better was how he tripped Naevia WHILE he was owning Crixus. Like "Fuck off, I am busy here".

Also, I don't particularly hate the Romans here as I did in Season 1 and 2. The stakes are high for both sides and Crassus and Caesar understand this well. Who knows how much damage Spartacus can do against Rome itself if he is victorious, what with the majority of the Republic's forces occupied with foreign conflict.

Although I don't care much for the troops that actually fled, I do feel for Sabinus who did no wrong and yet was one of the unfortunate victims of the brutal punishment. As much as I have hated Tiberius thus far, I even pitied him here.

[Uchiha Barles]

Oh yeah, faceplanting Naevia so skillfully while entangled got me jumping from my seat. My reason for hating the Romans is because the problems we saw in season 1 and 2 were systemic. A handful of quality romans don't change that, nor does the situation reversal we saw with Ceasar in Sinuessa. So I love it when they lose for whatever reason, specially knowing that they're going to win.

[deadlydreamx]

holy shit shit got serious this episode! I wonder how sparty and the gang will escape this time.

[Archangel]

Anyone else laugh at the sex scene? I don't care how much of an Arena Blood Sex Lord you are, who the fuck manages to perform under an ice storm?

[Sapphire]

Gladiators.

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I thought that the head maid was the man-boy's mom this whole season, and I still want to think that. They look too alike for there not to be shenanigans. Her actions seem a bit inconsistent to that theory, though.

Two episodes left?

[Splash!]

Two episodes left?

Three episodes.

Any yes, that Gannicus scene was beyond stupid. Also, I am kind of surprised Spartacus didn't get a handful of his men to give chase of Crassus' guard near the end. It seemed the rest of Roman troops were quite a bit further away to come to their aid. Yes, standing there and smirking is nice, but that was a great chance to kill of their general. Maybe hidden some troops among the corpse bridge? (although it would be hard to anticipate that Crassus would be stupid enough to show up like that) The fact that they had to remain in testudo to prevent any errant arrows or spears from killing their general should have made it easy to catch up to them.

[rockmanj]

Three episodes.

Any yes, that Gannicus scene was beyond stupid. Also, I am kind of surprised Spartacus didn't get a handful of his men to give chase of Crassus' guard near the end. It seemed the rest of Roman troops were quite a bit further away to come to their aid. Yes, standing there and smirking is nice, but that was a great chance to kill of their general. Maybe hidden some troops among the corpse bridge? (although it would be hard to anticipate that Crassus would be stupid enough to show up like that) The fact that they had to remain in testudo to prevent any errant arrows or spears from killing their general should have made it easy to catch up to them.

I think Crassus brought all the rest of his men with him, and even though it might have been a good chance to get him then, the rebels were probably tired and outnumbered. I didn't really like the smirking and whatnot, but it would have been hasty to climb down those encampments and attack. And yea, I would say the snow storm sex was ridiculous, but lest you forget, many of those guys are walking around that mountain in naught but leather panties and don't seem to be suffering any ill effects.

[Sapphire]

How did all of the main characters manage surviving the snowstorm when a thousand extras died? It seemed like there was a lot more room in those dinky tents than was being utilized... But the fact that they used the dead corpses for a victory was pretty epic, anyway.

BTW, the costume designs are simply incredible. I would love to be a prop maker intern or costume design intern for a show like that.

[Penner]

Oh my fucking god this latest ep... holy shit O.o

[Uchiha Barles]

Yeah, we all know how this story ends :(. This episoded threatened to wrest tears from my eyes on a number of occasions. It also made me lol quite boisterously once.

Crassus: "Ceasar, how have you come to be so rudely handled?" (lol xD)

Ceasar: "I found myself in shameful altercation. :mad:" (lol) "It shall not happen again."

Crassus: "And reason you are not astride horse?" (LOL)

[Penner]

I was fully expecting Caesar to kill or atleast beat the shit out of Tiberius two guards... i did not see it going the way it did lol

[Sapphire]

I was definitely not expecting my Gaius to get butt-raped. :< :< :<

And Crassus and them end up going to defend Rome after all that trouble? Wow. I was totally expecting Crixxus to get shot straight through the heart during this whole long speech:


http://i.imgur.com/EJhelCX.png

I mean, there's wide open, and there's WIDE OPEN.

On another note, there has been talk of a Ceasar spin-off. What do you guys think?

[Penner]

Aye, i read about the spinoff some time ago, and now i want one even more because i like the guy playing him. (although he looked way more badass before he cut his hair and shaved -.-)

[Uchiha Barles]

Ceasar's story promises maneuvering and deceit to make Batiatus look like a boyscout. I'm so in if that show happens.

[Splash!]

Yeah, the end of this series and emphasis on the Caesar-Crassus relationship would lead in very nicely into the Caesar spinoff and the eventual formation of the first triumvirate.

[Uchiha Barles]

There were no almost tears in this episode, there were just tears *cries*. When the crescendo of the chant of Crixus occurred, I lost it. Reminded me somewhat of this:


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yv0cUeRSIPc

edit: lol @ Tiberius. Talk about your payback...

[Sapphire]

Navia actually showed some serious growth during this episode.

[Archangel]

Navia actually stopped being a bitch during this episode.
About fucking time.

[Uchiha Barles]

Defeat'll do that to you. Watching her people get slaughtered on the battlefield had to do something. It's too bad it took all of that for her to realize that she had made mistakes in evaluating Spartacus' decisions and in applying her influence on Crixus. I still hate her, and long to see her ushered into the arms of her beloved.

[Penner]

And now the show is over.. :/

I do hope they make that Caesar spinoff they talked about before.

[Sapphire]

That was a great finale.

Comparatively, Ceasar and Crassus fight like little bitches, though!

Need spinoff!!!!!!

[Uchiha Barles]

My favorite show has come to and end, and it was glorious! I'm glad they didn't go down like Crixus' detachment did. It's said Spartacus' body was never found on the battlefield, so I was kind of hoping that he'd make it out of there alive, but this makes more sense. No fucking way he flees the fight while everyone else dies. God that was epic...

Again, hoping for the Ceasar spinoff to happen.

[Sapphire]

OH yessu, the BluRays with extra "uncut" scenes are out. I shall be re-watching.