Ashur learns he is to face Dagan next and tries to ask Dagan to go easy on him so he can avoid going to the mines. Batiatus, however, is enraged at Glaber's disregard for him and instructs Ashur to show Glaber the reason he'll have to grant. Naevia 1: Balbus Naevia, AE As. After killing Liscus, Ashur drags Marcus into a secluded area and begs him to order a retreat, but the soldier refuses, stating that they are Romans and will fight to the last man. Gannicus overwhelms Crixus despite aid from other Rebels, resulting in Naevia grabbing a stone and smashing it on the back of Gannicus' head, knocking him out. Naevia is skilled in archery, having been taught by Mira. When it is Tiberius' turn, Naevia has the honor of fighting him. Batiatus believes the letter and kills Barca, thereby relieving Ashur of any debts he still owed the gladiator. Its possible that Ashur comes from what was then the Parthian-ruled province of Athura (Assyria), to the immediate east of Seleucid Syria, as it was still a predominantly Aramaic-speaking region in the Middle East. Yeah. Back in the Rebel encampment, Naevia heals her wounds in a tent while the other Rebels prepare for the upcoming snow storm. Saved by Kazuyuki Saito. Ashur showing Glaber & Ilithyia Licinia's hand. He wins his arena and sparring matches by tricking his opponents or by sheer luck. Ashur prepares to kill Naevia, but his arrogance overcomes him and he begins to speak out to all the others. When Batiatus requires untraceable slaves to do a task of his, he picks Ashur, Indus and Dagan to carry out the task because they do not yet bear the mark. She was able to catch him by the surprise at the end while he was busy gloating. I used to like Naevia and take an interest into her love story with Crixus, but now nothing feels right about it. Diona emerges from the room, visibly bruised and distraught. Ashur's hatred for Crixus and cunning mind combine and he chooses Naevia, who is forced to oblige. Spartacus then orders the surviving romans to be put in his villa or deal with consequences from him. Ashur, in Mesopotamian religion, city god of Ashur and national god of Assyria.In the beginning he was perhaps only a local deity of the city that shared his name. "―Naevia to Crixus, after decapitating Ashur, "You there! But when he finishes her off, the wound has somehow moved over to the left side. Absolutely miscast, and it ruined the "Revenge on Ashur" showdown. IMDb, the world's most popular and authoritative source for movie, TV and celebrity content. As Lucretia's handmaid, Naevia answers mainly to her, often fetching wine and doing other chores for her. Ashur is repeatedly told that, if it wasn't for Dagan's talent and lack of language, he would have been sold to the mines long before. She later appears with Crixus, Lugo, Brictius and Nasir to assist Spartacus and Gannicus fighting the Romans and the pirates at the docks. I'd love to read a fic of that scenario. Ashur's skill in combat mostly comes from utilizing his own cunning to win his battles, as a means to claim victory over those who do hold greater skill and ability over him. Following the departure of Spartacus and the other gladiators and slaves of The House of Batiatus, Ashur returns into the villa where he discovers Lucretia barely alive. Unfortunately, she's not free for very long and Naevia is forced to watch her execution in the arena. Ashur appears as the two speak and states that Glaber must find a greater force than soldiers to face gladiators, boasting that even three soldiers at once are no match for one gladiator. With memories of brutal treatment by the Romans, she appears to experience a severe level of post traumatic stress relieved by her obsessive thirst to kill Romans with her newly acquired fighting skills. Glaber, remembering how Ashur was responsible for forcing patronage to Batiatus, is hesitant and wonders of what loyalty Ashur could provide. Tumblr is a place to express yourself, discover yourself, and bond over the stuff you love. When Caesar challenges Crixus, Caesar gains advantage. The Rebel Army cheer on Spartacus after their victory. Cr. Crixus, who is with all the other gladiators, discovers what is going on, as Ashur looks up to him. Naevia's theft remains unpunished because Hector is too ashamed to admit he lost the key. As a potential freedman in Glaber's service, if not for Lucretia and Illythia's betrayal, Ashur would perhaps have adopted the personal name and the Gens (clan name) of his patron, possibly that of Gaius Claudius Ashur. 179.1; BMCRR Rome 608; Naevia 1; Sear 696. (, 4 Crassus Soldiers - During battle of the Siler River. "Death." Lucretia agrees and offers two slaves, Naevia and Diona, both virgins, to be paired with a gladiator of Cossutius's choosing. Her death is witnessed by Gannicus, who had just seen the death of Saxa also, which angers him even more. Laureate head of Janus, I above / Prow right, BAL above (AL ligate), I to right, ROMA below. While camped at the temple, awaiting the right time to assault the Rebels on the mountain, Ashur expresses greater desire to be a lanista and become the greatest in all the Republic. A few days later, Naevia finds Diona crying - Diona tells her that she prays that the next man she is forced to lie with takes her life. 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