Editing Morturi: Classic Pairing (section)

=Entry Conditions=

A "Classic Pairing" is a one-on-one duel with the following match ups allowable:

In a Campaign, the Imperator advises the lanistae when he is iniating a "Classic Pairing Series". 

The Imperator then selects a Lanista to have priority, who then lays down a gladiator. This is called the ''Challenge''. The Imperator then says what class of gladiator would make a classic pairing. Examples might include:

* Hoplomachus vs. Murmillo.
* Samnite vs. Thracian.
* Retiarius vs. Secutor.
* Provocator vs. Provocator.
* Orc Blacksteel Juggernaught vs. Dwarf Ironclad.

One other Lanista who can complete this classic pairing can then put forward the matching gladiator. If more than one Lanista can put forward a matching gladiator, then they can either agree amongst themselves who will get to fight, or can "bid" against each other, with the highest bid getting to fight. This extra bid is called the ''Stake'' and is added to the prize money.

That battle is then fought.

After that battle, the Imperator then selects another Lanista, who can make a new ''Challenge''.

Generally a Classic Pairing Series will consist of each Lanista making one challenge.

Note that a Lanista is never obliged to make or accept a challenge. If a challenge is made but no Lanista accepts, then that school may make another challenge immediately. 

If the Imperator wishes, he may disallow a Lanista's challenge, if there is no classic pairing to be called.