Every robot gets his moment in the spotlight. After all, just making the show with their devilish devices takes dedication and skill. But most teams don't make it through all five challenges. Leaving lasting scars on competitors is their only fun. The final four end the day in battle against each other, with only one victor moving on to fight another day.
Winners take home nothing but a trophy and a badge of honor.
There are no losers. Even those knocked out in the early rounds smile and root for their compatriots in arms, especially if someone ekes out revenge against the House Robots. And the audience loves it all, stamping and applauding every whack, saw cut, and fiery blaze. Teams often re-appear from one season to the next with new and improved gladiators assembled with revised technical specs. Right now in the U.S., robots are cooling their heels on public television, but Americans love TV phenomena and there's already an MTV heavyweight series in the works.