In ancient Rome, Aurelia, the daughter of a wealthy merchant, dreams of becoming a gladiator despite the expectations and traditions that confine women to a life of domesticity. After convincing her father to let her train with the best fighters in Rome, Aurelia proves to be a natural and sets out to compete against the best gladiators in the arena. With each victory, Aurelia becomes a sensation in Rome, defying expectations and breaking down barriers. But with danger lurking in every fight, Aurelia must face her biggest challenge yet and risk it all for a chance at glory.