User blog comment:The Deadliest Warrior/Celt vs. Gladiator vs. Maori Warrior/@comment-1930415-20110405021134/@comment-3166030-20110405023932

True, but a thrust from the Lancea into the Gladiator's belly is endgame. He's smart enough to wear a helmet, but dumb enough to leave his torso perfectly exposed. The Celt has a huge wood shield, and a wide sturdy belt to resist piercing weapons, like the Trident.