Gladiatorial combat has a long tradition as one of the most popular and dangerous forms of entertainment, often performed by those enslaved by others. Man vs. man. Man vs. beast. Small squads against one another. Massive free-for-alls. A gladiator must be ready for anything, despite their lack of formal training and in spite of the rudimentary equipment they’re given. When Queen Daenerys freed the slaves, many Pit Fighters pledged their allegiance. And while each one has a slightly different style of fighting and isn’t usually used to fighting alongside other troops on an open battlefield, enemy commanders would do well not to underestimate these veteran fighters and their unusual tactics.

The Pit Fighters unit box for the A Song of Ice and Fire: Tabletop Miniatures Game gives House Targaryen players a veteran melee unit on the field.