There were five types of gladiator, each with their own unique weapons. The Mirmillones were heavily armed and wore helmets decorated with fish, while the Thracians carried just a shield and ...

In Roman law they were known as Infames ... carrying a spear and a round shield. Thraex gladiators had lighter armour and were more nimble, while a retiarius carried a trident and a fishing ...

He carried a long, straight sword and a large shield that could weigh ... By the first century, gladiators were in such high demand that even Roman citizens began volunteering to fight.