The Slave (1962) Timeline Explained – Every Event in Order

Centurion Randus assigned to Zeugma

In 48 B.C., Randus, the son of Spartacus, is promoted to centurion by Caesar and given a dangerous mission to travel to Zeugma to uncover Crassus' secret plots. He departs Alexandria, Egypt, with his decurion Lumonius, the Germanic servant Beroz, the ambitious Gallic officer Vetius, and Vetius' sister Claudia. The assignment marks the start of a perilous journey that will test his loyalty and heritage.

When

48 B.C.

Where

Alexandria, Egypt

Randus befriends Saida and the shipwreck

Randus meets Saida, a young Egyptian slave girl owned by Claudia. On a foggy night, the galley collides with a hidden reef and Saida is thrown overboard while Randus dives in to save her. The ship sails away, leaving them stranded, and they wash up on a desert shore to begin a grueling journey toward safety.

Where

Sea near Alexandria

Desert caravan capture and Gulbar’s recognition

Randus and Saida are captured by a slave caravan guarded by Berber mercenaries working for Crassus. Gulbar, an ex-gladiator among the slaves, recognizes Randus as Spartacus' son after seeing Spartacus' amulet. The group becomes enslaved marchers toward Zeugma, enduring harsh desert conditions.

Where

Desert caravan route

Gulbar inspires Randus to embrace his legacy

Gulbar reveals Randus's true heritage and urges him to claim his father's legacy. Randus and the freed slaves stage a revolt, killing their Berber guards and escaping the caravan. Gulbar directs Randus to meet him at the legendary 'City of the Sun' for the next phase of their fight.

Where

Desert / City of the Sun route

Randus reaches Zeugma and confronts Crassus

Randus arrives in Zeugma with Beroz and confronts Crassus, who coldly orders the execution of the participating slaves. Lumonius warns that Crassus is secretly amassing a large army to crush any rebellion. Randus begins to consider overt resistance while maintaining his cover for the moment.

Where

Zeugma, Eastern Provinces

City of the Sun and Spartacus' grave

Randus travels with Beroz to the City of the Sun and discovers the ancient grave of Spartacus. The ruins reinforce his resolve, and Gulbar and the freed slaves urge him to embrace his father's cause. He vows to fight oppression and honor Spartacus's legacy.

Where

City of the Sun

Randus leads a slave rebellion

Backed by Gulbar and the freed slaves, Randus dons his father's mask and frees condemned slaves. He launches a broader rebel campaign that rekindles hope among the oppressed provincials. His growing power threatens Crassus's grip on the region.

Crassus' party trap and the palace dungeon confrontation

Crassus hosts a lavish party to lure the Son of Spartacus into a trap. Randus, in disguise, disrupts the celebration and a deadly confrontation ensues. Murdok is killed and Crassus escapes, pursued by Randus into the castle dungeons where he is finally unmasked.

Where

Crassus' palace

Lumonius warns and the desert camp

Lumonius escapes to warn Caesar and the rebels of Crassus' plan, while Crassus' entourage camps in the desert and prepares for a final assault. The looming clash signals a turning point for Randus's rebellion.

Where

Desert camp

Desert ambush, Randus freed, Crassus captured

The rebel slaves strike Crassus' convoy, freeing Randus and capturing Crassus and Claudia. Vetius is killed in the fighting. Saida pleads for mercy, sparing Claudia temporarily, but the rebel forces press their advantage.

Where

Desert

Crassus' death by molten gold

Crassus meets a brutal end as the slaves pour molten gold into his mouth, a cruel reminder of his tyranny. Claudia is spared for now as she is left alive and abandoned in the desert with Beroz's dagger.

Where

Desert

Caesar discovers Randus and the pardon scene

Caesar arrives in the province, learning of Randus's Spartacan heritage and sentencing him to death by crucifixion as a symbol of resistance. The people flood the scene with their willingness to join Randus in death, compelling Caesar to reconsider.

Where

Caesar's court / Roman camp

Pardon and Spartacus's legacy secured

Moved by the province's loyalty, Caesar pardons Randus. Randus returns his father's sword to Spartacus's grave, ensuring that a future hero may rise to challenge oppression when the time is right.

Where

Spartacus' grave