Memory Game Roman GladiatorsOnline version Basic facts for gladiators of ancient Rome. by Carrie Newcombe Lions Alligators Monitored the fight. Could stop the fight at any time. Might call the fight a draw. As a young and new gladiator, he surprisingly beat top gladiators and quickly became a fan favorite. Deserted Roman army. Captured and sold back as a slave. Helped 70 gladiators escape. Marcus Attilius Animals sometimes fought in gladiator matches. The Colosseum Might ask the crowd whether or not the loser of a fight should be killed. Referee