The Gladiators
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The Art of Gladiatorial Combats
The first gladiator combats are designed to end with the loser dying. As the sport grows in popularity, this practice is adapted to ensure that the supply of gladiators never grows too low. Contrary to popular belief, not all matches end in death. Sometimes if both gladiators have fought well for an extended period, the match can be declared a draw. A gladiator can also surrender if they are exhausted or have sustained significant injuries. However, if a gladiator is thrown to the ground or loses his weapon, he will find himself at the mercy of his opponent. His fate is now in the hands of the jeering bloodthirsty crowd. The victor runs a lap
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