Dark Marvels

Since ancient times through the modern day, brutal games thrill both players and spectators. We explore the origins of history’s deadliest games–from Roman bloodsports to Russian Roulette.

An exploration into the dark art of spycraft. From the frankenkitty to the umbrella gun, we’ll reveal the deadliest spy weapons deployed to gather information and assassinate enemies.

From the world’s largest trebuchet to Nazi super cannons, these are the deadly weapons that rain destruction and spread fear on the battlefield.

From the destructive Viking axe, to the sacred but deadly Samurai katana, razor sharp blades wielded by fearsome warriors have spilled blood and forged empires.

The twisted origin stories of some of history’s most diabolically creative, and brutal, torture devices–from the Iron Maiden to the pear of anguish.