Surviving the ordeal but stripped of her army, Xena seeks revenge. She eventually forms a wary alliance with Hercules , who encourages her to choose a path of justice over vengeance.
Note that "The Gauntlet" is the 4th episode of Season 1 in this series, not the 12th.
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Darphus, now a primary antagonist, continues a violent rampage that forces Hercules and Xena to join forces. Key Viewing Guide Why Watch?