broken by the death of his closest friend. nude under a thick fur coat. He stands quite tall for his age and wears a set of robes that befit his status. However, she does not hold back from slighting Lucretia, by mentioning a piece of jewelry is out of fashion or her house is not acceptable to the upper class Roman standards. Ilithyia begins dropping hints of her intentions around Varinius, who reveals he is more than willing to marry her. While Glaber fumes throughout the event, Ilithyia joyously enjoys Varinius' presence in the pulpit. When the Thracian later known as Spartacus and his colleague report movement among the Getae armies, Ilithyia spurs her husband to abandon his post and his word, unknowingly inciting the Thracians into mutiny and desertion. Meanwhile, Licinia speaks of how scandalous it is that she would sleep with a gladiator - and Spartacus, nonetheless - and mocks Ilithyia so much so that she falls into a rage and attacks Licinia, smashing her skull multiple times into the marble tile. Ilithyia, talking Segovax into killing Spartacus. She asks her husband if there is any love left between them, to which Glaber replies that only a monster stands before her, thanks to what Ilithyia has done to him. Batiatus brings out a "gift", which turns out to be Licinia's severed, rotting hand, recognizable by the rings on the fingers. Furious at Lucretia's apparent betrayal, she throws Lucretia to the floor and threatens to bash her head in on the tiles, just as she did to Licinia. https://www.pinterest.com/guillermofregozo/actors-spartacus Ilithyia then informs her that the child is Spartacus' and that she feels a strange form of attachment to it. Ilithyia is a major character in the Spartacus series. Ilithyia approaches her father with the aim of dissolving her marriage. environment), the two eventually form a sort of friendship as they both reveal a more devious and cunning nature. This bit of drama is further complicated by the fact that Ilithyia happens to be the wife of Glaber, who's essentially become the sworn enemy of Spartacus by this point. She is close friends with Lucretia, however, their lively relationship is more than meets the eye. As her husband's desire for her wanes, she becomes ever more vulnerable. Husband and Children. She hopes to make some of her friends in high Roman circles jealous of this purchase, but is seen to still be the one trying to amuse them and gain their approval. Clutching the baby, she falls backwards off the side of the cliff with a smile on her face. Realizing his defeat, Glaber joins her at the games for one last display of supposed partnership. While waiting for Whitfield's treatment and expected recovery, Starz produced a six-part prequel, Shortly after arriving, she is found by Lucretia, who has been presumed dead over a month. http://www.tvguide.com/celebrities/viva-bianca/298137, https://spartacus.fandom.com/wiki/Viva_Bianca?oldid=53220. Then in 2012, she has cast her role in Spartacus: Vengeance. Spartacus and Crixus face an undefeated giant gladiator. In the beginning of Spartacus: Vengeance, we find Ilithyia apparently shifting from her scheming former self into the role of a forgotten wife and soon-to-be mother. He leaves her in the care of Lucretia, knowing he is condemning her to servitude, until he can return to grudgingly confirm the patronage. ILITHYIA (Viva Bianca) ... Spartacus: Vengeance starts on Sky1, Monday at 10pm. The story begins with an unnamed Thracian's involvement in a campaign against the Getae (In what today is Romania) under the command of the legatus, Claudius Glaber. Ilithyia fears what Lucretia could say about her and does as she asks when Lucretia wants the noblemen and -women of Rome to be invited to the ludus for Numerius' birthday party. Viva Bianca has acted in a few TV series, such as Marshall Law, Blue Heelers and All Saints. As Glaber's attentions wander to the young Seppia, who shares his affections, Lucretia comes up with a plan to make it appear that the Gods are unhappy that Ilithyia is in Capua and that the Gods will it that she should be sent away. Despite the fact that she strongly dislikes Spartacus, She seems to grow an attraction based on lust towards him, as seen from when she begins to pleasure herself to the memory of the night she and Spartacus have sexual intercourse. Ilithyia smiles, saying she will do so, but instead leaves the ludus with her guards and slaves. This episode has an 8.3 on IMDb, which isn't surprising given it contains some creative plot devices and one of … Viva stars in Spartacus Blood and Sand as Ilithyia, wife to the Roman Legate, daughter of Senator Albinius and all round bad girl. Ilithyia, horrified at losing her newborn, falls to the ground, dying of the wounds inflicted upon her by Lucretia. She, along with her husband, share a strong dislike for Spartacus and longs to see him dead. [1], Born 17 November 1983 in Australia, Viva was originally born as Viva Skubiszewski (scooby-shev-ski). She is close friends with Lucretia, however, their lively relationship is more than meets the eye. Numerius does as she asks, and the effect is as intended; Spartacus' spirit is. Her plans ruined, Glaber's love gone, and her life in constant danger, Ilithyia seeks out Lucretia. Ilithyia has long, wavy blonde hair and blue eyes and is of average height. Spartacus is enraged and begins to choke Ilithyia, but is quickly removed by the guards. When Glaber begins his war against Spartacus, he orders Ilithyia back to Capua with him and his army and she is condemned by her husband to live in the bloody ruins of the House of Batiatus. Glaber visits Batiatus' Ludus to humiliate Spartacus by informing him of his wife, Sura's enslavement. Varro's death by Spartacus, on Numerius orders. Ilithyia is married to Gaius Claudius Glaber and shares many of his deceitful traits. In the ensuing days, Ilithyia is disheveled (it was customary for those in mourning to remain unbathed until the mourning period was over) and upset, listening to her late father's will being read out while Glaber stands uninterested, scheming. ', to which Spartacus turns and replys 'Do not think it in. Her joy is brief, however, as Spartacus brings down the arena in flames in an attempt to rescue his captured comrades. Although her father never cared for Glaber in the first place, he refuses to dissolve her marriage. She was seen in both Blood and Sand and Vengeance. the woman he cast aside would save his life, but she tells him that they are both monsters. If they don't overcome their hatred for one another and work as a team, he will kill them both. As he walks away Ilithyia asks 'You let me live? at of a horse, showing how lustful she can be). For love, or vengeance—without hesitation." She instructs her gladiator Segovax to make an attempt on Spartacus' life because he slighted her husband, even though her gladiator is caught and crucified as punishment. "You really shouldn't have gone to the trouble, Lucretia. Ilithyia decides to give a gift upon Lucretia, after learning that, despite many years of marriage, Lucretia has yet to produce a child, and brings in a priestess supposedly talented in helping cure infertility. When she awakens, Glaber questions her for details about where she was hidden, irritating her. Take your favorite fandoms with you and never miss a beat. Jan 9, 2020 - Explore funsho ige's board "Spartacus movie", followed by 124 people on Pinterest. Its story follows Spartacus (played by Liam McIntyre, who replaces Andy Whitfield) on the role, after he and his fellow gladiators kill their master Batiatus and escape from his … However, the writers changed their mind and extended their story to one more season. Viva Bianca is the Australian actress who plays Ilithyia in Spartacus. Unfortunately for Ilithyia, the potion is discovered by Glaber, who was informed of its existence by Ashur. They are unaware of the swap. She graduated from the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts. Ilithyia sealing the doors of Batiatus Ludus. Ilithyia is introduced alongside her husband, Glaber, as he tries to persuade the Thracians to aid him in battle. Whitfield's Spartacus co-star Lucy Lawless also paid tribute to the actor in a statement to EW: "Andy Whitfield left an indelible mark on all of us in the Spartacus family," she said. Ilithyia has long, wavy blonde hair and blue eyes and is of average height. She is not afraid to risk others for her purpose. elf to kill the slaves and cut the baby out of Ilithyia's womb with a knife. She soon returns to her schemes as she shifts her attention from her husband Glaber to Varinius, a high ranking and wealthy Roman who is also a praetor. When Batiatus questions her, she lies to him that Ilithyia demanded Crixus in a disrespectful manner. Portrayed by Andy Whitfield in Blood and Sand, Liam McIntyre in Vengeance and War of the Damned A Thracian who becomes a gladiator in the ludus of Lentulus Batiatus. Ilithyia, upset, listening to her late father's will. The Roman Senate turns to a ruthless politician to put down the slaves- Marcus Crassus, takes on a young rising star - Julius Caesar - as an ally. So-called "friends" once more, Ilithyia discovers that Lucretia, as a "gift from the Gods", may be much more useful then she first realized. When Glaber arrives, Batiatus asks for his patronage, which Glaber has no interest in giving. Wearing clothing and her hair in a manner of status, she uses her riches and status to procure only the finest of comforts and delicacies. She finds Numerius relaxing in the ludus bath and seduces him by joining him, naked, in the pool. She has long, wavy blonde hair, is of average height and a petite physique. She seduces Numerius at his birthday celebration to incite him to ask for a death-match against Batiatus interests, which results in the death of Varro. Lucretia takes the child - a boy - to the side of the cliff, and Ilithyia crawls after her, bleeding profusely from her slashed abdomen. I mean, what if they went insane all at once, clamoring for blood?! Spartacus decides to use her as a bargaining chip in order to get more weapons for the Rebels. With Andy Whitfield, John Hannah, Peter Mensah, Manu Bennett. Spartacus seems unable to kill her, even if she is lying, but Mira is more than willing, although she is stopped by Spartacus. Glaber is infuriated, and sends him on a mission to meet Spartacus at the top of Mt. Ilithyia manages to walk back to the ludus, but tumbles and falls of exhaustion after throwing the gates open. Ilithyia seeing she slept with Spartacus not Crixus. On the way, Ilithyia's carriage is attacked by Gannicus and her small group of guards are slaughtered. He died on September 11, 2011 in … Spartacus believed Ilithyia was Licinia, while Ilithyia believed Spartacus was Crixus. Ilithyia is a wealthy Roman woman, the daughter of Senator Albinius, and the wife of Praetor Gaius Claudius Glaber. He asks Ilithyia why she is crying - is it because her father is dead or because her plans were foiled? Ilithyia points out that she is being treated like a slave, but takes comfort in the fact that Glaber will soon return and together they will leave for Rome. Albinia is derived from the Latin word. He warns Ilithyia, however, that he will not listen to further persuasions. Due to her father's wealth she is always seen wearing lavish dresses and extravagant jewelry, whatever is fashionable amongst the higher levels of Roman society. The series was inspired by the historical figure Spartacus who led to the uprising of slaves and started a rebellion against the Roman Republic. Her best-known work is playing Ilithyia on Spartacus. As preparations begin to dissolve Ilithyia's marriage to Glaber, she decides she needs to get rid of Glaber's child as well, but she hesitates when the potion that will kill the child is in her hand. Extended version! Lucretia telling Ilithyia about Seppius' death. Ilithyia is still in the ludus when Batiatus organize's a party to celebrate Glaber as a patron amongst the socialites of Rome and Capua. Meanwhile, Lucretia entertains Ilithyia, and despite Ilithyia's distaste for the food and drink (and the overall. As time goes on, the friendship between Lucretia and Ilithyia sours as Lucretia asks for more and more favors. Ilithyia appears as one of the characters in Spartacus: Swords and Ashes and Spartacus: Morituri. Spartacus disobeys an order by legatus Gaius Claudius Glaber, who refused to send his men to protect Spartacus' village. In 2016, Erin got married to fellow actor Tom Degnan. Spartacus leads survivors through the woods, but Crixus returns to a place of past suffering. Lucretia reassures her and offers her temporary housing in exchange for certain services. Gradually they become closer friends, Ilithyia visiting the ludus more often and for longer periods of time. The two women return to the House of Batiatus to make preparations to leave, but just as Ilithyia moves to push Lucretia off the side of the villa, her water breaks. As Glaber expected, Ashur is killed, by Naevia. His treachery dishonored Rome" Spartacus rebukes this by saying" It is your husband that bears the dishonor he abandoned defenseless women and children left them to be raped and murdered" She gets angry saying she would have him crucified if he were her slave but her three friends laugh at her for overreacting saying they all heard the rumors about glaber's dealing in Thrace they depart, leaving her alone with Lucretia. They will be forever my beloved hot dommed ship. The house is left empty, save for Ilithyia, her two slaves, and Lucretia, who takes it upon hers. As a daughter of Albinius, her full name would be Albinia Ilithyia. They are even seen exchanging kisses on various occasions that are rather more intimate than those between friends. Ilithyia was the twelfth main character to be killed. The only person who seems happy to see her returned is Lucretia, who tells her that Seppia now knows the truth. "[1] He commands her to bathe, despite tradition, and guard their child with her life - or he will kill her. Vesuvius with deals for a plea bargain. Spartacus (TV Series 2010–2013) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more. Ilityhia is brought to Spartacus as a way to end the rivalry between him and Glaber, but Spartacus is hesitant to kill her. The woman's questions lead to Ilithyia finding out about Lurcretia's secret lover, Crixus. Directed by Michael Hurst. —Ilithyia to Lucretia, "That is how you sate desire. Lucretia is still not moved, and devises a switch. The name Ilithyia is derived from the name of the Greek goddess of childbirth. Despite the dearth of information about her personal life, Viva is actually a … Ilithyia is the wife of Gaius Claudius Glaber. The second season of the Starz series "Spartacus" gets rolling at 10 p.m. Friday with a new Spartacus. Glaber is astonished that. The three are unimpressed by Segovax but fascinated by Spartacus, to Ilithyia's disgust. He was an actor, known for Spartacus (2010), Gabriel (2007) and Spartacus: Gods of the Arena (2011). Lucretia says that she and Batiatus finally have an heir and gazes lovingly at Ilithyia's child in her arms. Although Ilithyia looks to Varinius for help, he realizes there is nothing he can do, and he leaves her crying in a heap. I can’t remember a time when I ever wasn’t an actor. She played Bonnie Garretti in the CBS drama Made in Jersey, Marge Slayton in ABC drama The Astronaut Wives Club, and Marisa Gallo in the AMC crime-drama starring David Schwimmer, Feed the Beast. Ilithyia then realizes that she is not in their bedchambers, for her place beside Glaber has now been taken over by Seppia. When Ilithyia has calmed down, is shaken by the ordeal and terrified of going back in public, fearing somebody will see her and know what she did. She is a wealthy Roman woman, the daughter of Senator Albinius, and the wife of Praetor Gaius Claudius Glaber. The party is the first social event Ilithyia attends after Licinia's death. Take your favorite fandoms with you and never miss a beat. The two devise a plan to murder Glaber, using Seppia's desire for revenge against her. Dec 22, 2016 - Explore Penny Douglas's board "VIVA BIANCA", followed by 1828 people on Pinterest. Ilithyia (Spartacus) Spartacus; Lucretia (Spartacus) Gaius Claudius Glaber (Spartacus) Seppia (Spartacus) Retelling; Ilithyia lives; Summary ~A/N~ I'M SO SORRY EVERYONE BUT THIS FIC HAS BEEN DISCONTINUED, I lost contact with my beta and my interest has been waning since the series ended. Actor | Spartacus: Blood and Sand Andy Whitfield was born on October 17, 1971 in Amlwch, Anglesey, Wales. But when Ilithyia chooses to bed Crixus, Lucretia is driven into a visibly jealous rage. Glaber, fearful of his child's life, agrees to send her away, although not with Lucretia as they had both wanted. Ilithyia with Lucretia seeing the Gladiators for the first time. As Glaber takes to his bath, Seppia arrives and soon smashes his head with a jar. She was seen in both Blood and Sand and Vengeance. One morning soon after, Ilithyia walks in on Licinia meeting with Lucretia, and figures out the meaning of the meeting; Licinia is arranging an intimate meeting with a gladiator, namely Spartacus. Lucretia plans it so that Licinia. Lucretia reveals that she remembers everything, but Ilithyia only releases her after Lucretia says she slept with Ilithyia's father in order to convince him to dissolve the marriage. Ilithyia throws Lucretia to the floor because she slept with her father. —Ilithyia, after her child is killed; her last words[2]. Roman leader Gaius Claudius Glaber has died, and former rivals become rebel generals, joining the war against the empire. Loved the Spartacus/Ilithyia’s question. As she pulls out a knife to kill him, Ilithyia steps in and takes it from her, stabbing her in the chest and then slitting her throat. Ilithyia, unable to decide, ends up choosing Segovax for his impressive physical attributes (meaning his larger than average penis, which she compares to th. —Ilithyia, "No..." Although Lucretia appears to have gone crazy and lost all memory of what happened the ludus, Ilithyia is wary of her and grows distraught as her husband decides to use Lucretia to further his image with the people of Capua. Caption: Viva Bianca, Australian actress (Source: Zimbio) From 2010, Viva started to gain recognition after playing the character of Ilithyia in the TV series Spartacus: Blood and Sand. Ilithyia has an interest in dangerous and socially dubious actions. Spartacus is an American television series produced in New Zealand that premiered on Starz on January 22, 2010, and concluded on April 12, 2013. Ilithyia surprises Glaber by arriving at the camp unannounced, claiming she brings him a "gift" - herself, completely. See more ideas about viva bianca, spartacus, spartacus women. (Ashur acted under the advice of Lucretia - although not specifically what Lucretia asked of him.) It’s always been a part of me. Spartacus realizes that Ilithyia is of no use to him, and she is released into the woods - not before telling her that Glaber had no plan in saving her, then kneels down saying 'He does not love you, as I love my wife'. See more ideas about spartacus, spartacus blood and sand, spartacus series. Lucretia arrives and manages to dissuade her, by saying the potion will make her sick and cause her to bleed for days, causing her absence at the games to come into question. We learn about Viva's early introduction to acting, her acting role model, working in theatre. In the series, Viva’s character bears the child of Spartacus. Ilithyia under a thick fur coat, with Glaber. She admires their strength and ferocity in battle, after a suggestion from Lucretia, buys one of her own. The two rekindle their romance, making love in front of Seppia's corpse. Pleased with this discovery, Ilithyia happily glides through the villa looking for her father, whom she finds in bed with Lucretia. She appears normal and mingles with the guests, whilst devising a plan to take her revenge on Spartacus. She is a coquette and devious young woman underneath her more innocent appearance, individual and manipulative without aid of her husband. The Getae frequently raid the Thracians' lands to the south, so the Thracians are persua… In the ensuing chaos, Ilithyia's father gets caught in the falling debris. sex with one of the slaves, claiming he is like a beast untamed. Unfortunately for Spartacus, Glaber reveals he wants nothing to do with his wife, and he is welcome to get rid of her. —Ilithyia to Lucretia, [The gladiators are] like something out of a fever dream. As her father was named Albinius, Ilithyia was a member of the Roman Gens Albinia, a political dynasty descended from one of the first Tribunes of the Plebs in Rome, named Lucius Albinius Paterculus. Due to her father's wealth she is always seen wearing lavish dresses and extravagant jewelry, whatever is fashionable amongst the higher levels of Roman society. Spartacus is painted and masked in preparation to meet Licinia, but instead is paired with Ilithyia, also masked. "Spartacus" Mark of the Brotherhood (TV Episode 2010) - IMDb An unnamed boy is the newborn son of Ilithyia. On the way, Lucretia reveals that she has been promised to Ashur, and both make plans to rid themselves of him. She expresses her distaste for Spartacus by cutting the skin on his chest to take some blood, which, according to legend, gives a man an erection that will last for days when drunk with wine. After arriving, Ilithyia tells Glaber that Ashur gave Seppia her deceased brother's bracelet and led her on to attack him. Ilithyia is intrigued to see what use Lucretia may yet bring her, and is fascinated by the gladiators practicing in the training area below. These common dishes leave my stomach unsettled. For instance, enjoying watching Varro have. Numerius is a young boy with short black hair, blue eyes and a thin build. She was intended to be killed along with Lucretia at the end of the first season. Liam was a shipper, he is right: It was so wrong but it was so right. walks in on Spartacus and Ilithyia in bed, revealing their real identities. She tells Ilithyia to be a loving wife, and when the time comes, they will strike. Ilithyia sees them as they come in and Lucretia convinces her to purchase one. Since her role on Spartacus came to an end, Erin Cummings has been in a variety of television series. Lucretia pries into Ilithyia's affairs, seeking influence with a powerful Roman. Batiatus purchases a new group of gladiators, amongst them Segovax, Duro and Agron. When the gladiators revolt, Lucretia orders Ilithyia to have her guards combat the Gladiators. Viva Bianca is the Australian actress who plays Ilithyia in Spartacus. Ilithyia enjoys her friendship with Lucretia, if perhaps this is only to gain entrance to the world of the gladiators. In 2012, she appeared as Ilithyia for the final time in Spartacus: Vengeance. Batiatus tells her that they must endure Ilithyia's bad manners and give Ilithyia what she wants to secure Glaber's patronage. Again in the year 2014, she appeared in the psychological thriller film ‘Scorned’. After months of clashing swords and seeking vengeance, Andy Whitfield – the chiseled gladiator from TV’s Spartacus: Blood and Sand – ended the first season exhausted with an aching back. She confesses to having had similar desires herself, and Lucretia encourages her to the decision of fulfilling them. about who murdered her brother. She tells him that he must choose Varro to fight Spartacus instead of Crixus, and that Varro must die. Ilithyia later offers Segovax his freedom if he takes Spartacus' life for her, but Crixus manages to save him (although he still counts Spartacus as an enemy). He tells Glaber of how Licinia met her end, and Glaber hits Ilithyia for doing something so atrocious. After the fall of The House of Batiatus, she is one of the sole survivors. "[1] Segovax does not reveal it was Ilithyia to Batiatus, who is then emasculated and crucified. In 72–71 BC, Roman general Marcus Terentius, proconsul of the Roman province of Macedonia, marched against the Getae, allies of Rome's enemy, Mithridates VI of Pontus. Disheveled and heavily pregnant, she tells Spartacus that the child she carries is his. Ilithyia gets angry when Licinia compliments Spartaucs by calling him a god she shouts "He is nothing more than a Thracian dog! In Vengeance, Ilithyia becomes pregnant and her pregnancy unknowingly plays a large role in the beginning stages of the war in which becomes a link between the two possible fathers: Spartacus and Glaber. Spartacus, determined to bring down Roma, now leads a rebellion swelled by thousands of freed slaves. 1 Character Outline 2 Blood and Sand 3 Vengeance 4 Trivia 5 Gallery Ilithyia's son is the illicit child between Spartacus and Ilithyia conceived the night of a secret masked liaison organized by Lucretia. He is found by Glaber who promptly smashes his head in with a large beam before rejoining the others outside, thereby destroying the one person able to dissolve their marriage. Lucretia about to cut the baby out of Ilithyia. In contradiction, she is highly fascinated by the other gladiators, in particular Crixus. In Capua, Ilithyia entreats her father, Senator Albinius, to give her husband a chance at redemption for his disgrace with the Thracians, to which he grudgingly agrees. In an attempt to make her friends jealous of her newest purchase, Ilithyia comes to the ludus with three of her acquaintances, Licinia, Aemilia and Caecilia. He has been taught very basic fighting skills by Spartacusbut lacks true skill and performance. He informs Ilithyia of her father's death in front of Varinius and Lucretia, and says in a cold, harsh voice that she will be a wife to him and a mother to their child. He was married to Vashti Whitfield. Ilithyia and Lucretia ride towards Glaber, with Ilithyia intending to sway her husband to return to Rome so she can have her child there.