Board Thread:Off Topic/@comment-27144409-20180525193802/@comment-25396609-20190627003645

Now then: I haven't read the sheet yet as I came in just in time to need to have someone banned. BUT I caught up on some of the discussion first:

Sentry: Most gladiators were actually slaves, some born into it, others captured in war time or sold off to pay a debt.

Blue: While I do not doubt some people would hold gladiatorial-style open combat (which modern combat sports are sort of an evolution of) it is improbable and impractical for a family lineage to form that follows such a lifestyle; as even a single link weak link could put a permanent end to it. Most earnings would also be out of a cut from the bets that would be going on meaning finances are unstable and dependant on the whims of the crowd.

There is a different option though that follows a similar goal but is more reasonable: A family of Huntsmen who are esteemed for numerous victories in formal tournaments, perhaps with one or two Vytal Festival wins under their belts if you want an especially triumphant family member for your character to admire.