Among the most famous characters from Roman times, Gladiators took to the dangerous grounds of the Coliseum and other venues to provide entertainment to the Roman people in the form of combat with each other, criminals, or wild animals. The always bloody combat was the favored form of entertainment in the Roman Empire. Gladiators have long been celebrated in film and story, including a popular Hollywood movie. Gladiator costumes are a common male Halloween choice.
Gladiator costumes for men can be a basic tunic with leather look vest and shin guards, or the full armor version. Also available for children, full armor Gladiator costumes feature the undershirt as well as chest, shoulder and leg armor, and a full coverage silver helmet. All Gladiator costumes should be accessorized with the preferred armor of the Gladiator – either a spear or a long sword. Roman sandals are the final touch.