The Borgias: - Season 3eps10

The episode centers on the reconciliation between Pope Alexander VI (Rodrigo Borgia) and his son Cesare. Rodrigo shocks Cesare by proposing a radical departure from tradition: transforming the Papacy into a hereditary monarchy where Cesare would succeed him as both King and Pope.

: To establish this kingdom, Cesare leads the Papal Army against his rival, Caterina Sforza. With the strategic help of Micheletto, who identifies a weak point in the walls (an old Roman quarry), Cesare successfully breaches the 12-foot-thick defenses. The Borgias - Season 3Eps10

: A physical confrontation between Cesare and a drunk Alfonso results in Alfonso being mortally wounded. The episode centers on the reconciliation between Pope

: The episode reaffirms the incestuous bond between Cesare and Lucrezia, with Cesare vowing she will now "be his for good". III. Themes and Historical Context With the strategic help of Micheletto, who identifies

: Rather than allowing Caterina to commit suicide, Cesare captures her, dressing her in fine gowns to parade her through Rome in a "gilded cage". II. The Tragedy of Lucrezia and Alfonso