Andy literally told the producer to keep filming the show by saying "this story must be told" I saw the first episode, yes its different without Andy as he nailed that role better than anyone ever could have, from the acting, his look, voice everything, which is why it makes it hard to watch with the new guy even though he has a slight resemblence sometimes, but no where near as good of, it may have just been the first episode but it seemed like he was "over playing" the role. but we'll see how it turns out. I'll definitely be watching BECAUSE Andy gave his seal of approval, plus I can't wait for Gannicus to join in. I'm still curious how he is going to fit in, and what he is going to do. and from the previews it looks like Anameus is getting lashed by Asher at the Ludus? I wonder how that comes to be...should be a great season. in the comic con interview they say there is one episode where the writer/director says they really really kill A LOT of people. And i thought the last episode of blood and sand they killed a lot, but he made it seem like its going to be a helluva lot more killed.