In every society, there are many different types of entertainment present. Many range from sporting events to board games to cinematic shows, no matter the recreation people throughout time have found ways to fill their leisure time. In ancient Rome, Gladiatorial games were much like modern day sports events, where many gather together to watch rivals challenge each other in different competitions. However, unlike modern day sports, gladiator competitions would often lead to bloodshed and death. These recreational sports in Ancient Rome were much more symbolic and there is more to the game than just the event itself. The games in Rome provided a stage for the emperor to display his personal connection- generosity to the crowd, self-involvement,
