| Year Introduced | 1991 |
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| Country of Origin | United States |
| Used In | United States |
| Last Used | 1994 |
| Number of Contenders | 2 |
| Number of Gladiators | 4 |
| Weapons | Blocking Shields |
| Time Limit | 45 seconds |
The Maze was an event played during the initial American series of Gladiators. In this event, contenders had to negotiate their way through a giant maze, with Gladiators attempting to impede their progress.
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On the whistle, two contenders starting at different points of entry, had to negotiate their way around a 5-foot-high (1.5 m) maze which spanned the arena floor. Inside the maze were four Gladiators armed with blocking pads who had the task of blocking and pushing the contender to stop them reaching the other side along with several dead ends. Gladiators are not allowed to pin down a contender.
Contenders had 45 seconds to make their way through to the two exits of the maze, receiving 10 points for the first to make their way through and 5 for second place. Contenders had to have both feet off the Maze platform before time expired to be considered out.
Years active: 1991-1993
The Maze was introduced for the third (1991) series of American Gladiators, lasting for two years. As certain panels were often interchangeable (indicated by their low profile, in contrast to the taller, permanent walls), the maze itself was different every time. With the progression of the rounds in the competition, the adjustments could be made where there would be only one correct solution to its end.
The blocking gameplay by the Gladiators was later incorporated into the Gauntlet event.
The Maze did not return for the 2008 revival.
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