The omitted scene highlights a very different pathway Lucilla could have taken.
This particular deleted scene depicts Geta and Caracalla making a proposition to Lucilla, Lucius mother.
Caracalla ominously goes on to say,And you have no son of your own.
However, this move could also prove to be a double-edged sword for Lucilla.
While it might offer her a degree of protection, it would restrict her freedom.
Acacius was tired of leading his men into endless conquest on behalf of the power-hungry fraternal Emperors.
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Acacius allied with Lucilla to put an end to the bloodshed and restore Rome to Marcus Aurelius ideals.
Lucilla adopting them would complicate this goal.
It would also mean further confirming Lucius supposed death.
Instead, they chose the more honorable choice of rebelling and taking a stand inGladiator II.
