'Those About to Die' Finale Episode Takeaway: Who is Tenax's father? Cliffhanger episode sets up thrilling Season 2
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LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: In Peacock's latest sword-and-sandal series, 'Those About to Die', Tenax (played by Iwan Rheon) has been the most compelling character.
Tenax is the crafty owner of a betting business in the world of gladiators. His intricate backstory and significant impact on the present timeline, keeping us engaged till the very end of the season.
His past was explored in an earlier episode when a mysterious man named Ursus emerged into his life, trying to kill him.
What did Tenax learn about his past in 'Those About to Die' Season 1?
In a previous episode, we learned that Tenax and Ursus once lived together at the house of a nobleman as slaves. The nobleman used to get intimate with young boys who eventually plotted the killing of their master by setting the house of fire.
While Tenax managed to escape, Ursus was caught in fire. Tenax believed that Ursus was dead while Ursus made it out alive, believing that Tenax betrayed him.
Carrying resentment and revenge, he trained as a soldier, preparing for the day when he would find Tenax and kill him.
In a turn of events, Tenax kills Ursus with the help of Cala (Sara Martins-Court). However, his old acquaintance reveals a shocking truth from Tenax's past.
Tenax comes to know that he is actually a patrician, meaning, he comes from the aristocracy, and the nobleman was his biological father.
'Those About to Die' finale hints what to expect in Season 2
The final moments of 'Those About to Die' Episode 10 hint Tenax will set on a mission to learn more about his past. He is heard saying, "At some point, I will travel to Syracus to find out if I am truly a patrician."
Shall there be another season, it will bring more gravitas to this character, exploring his past and his new life as Aedile Ludi, under the reign of Rome's new emperor, Domition Flavianus (Jojo Macari).
'Those About to Die' is now streaming on Peacock.