SPARTACUS - GODS OF THE ARENA is the prequel to the critically acclaimed SPARTACUS - BLOOD AND SAND. Quintus Lentulus Batiatus becomes a lanista (manager)of a group of gladiators. He is desperately seeking recognition of his own and to step out of his father's shadow by taking his gladitors to greatness. His best gladiator, Gannicus is a skilled warrior and Batiatus' best chance at success. However, there are those that oppose Batiatus and plot against him to fail. Follow Gannicus and Batiatus as they try and fight their way to the top in and out of the arena.