Ep 9. Nessuno (Nobody)

In The Borgias season 1 episode 9, titled Nessuno (Nobody), the political and personal tensions of the Borgias' rule over Rome come to a head as they make decisions that will define their legacy.

For Cesare, the episode starts with an insurmountable amount of grief, as he mourns the loss of his beloved Lucrezia. In a moment of desperation, he turns to a dangerous and dark source of comfort in the form of his mistress, Ursula Bonadeo. Their relationship complicates the already tense power dynamic between Cesare and his father, Pope Alexander VI, who begins to see Ursula as a threat to the family's image and influence.

Meanwhile, Alexander is entangled in his own personal drama in the form of his mistress Vannozza dei Cattanei. He faces a difficult decision about her future, knowing that his loyalty to his family might demand that he give her up. This decision weighs heavily on him and creates a rift between him and his confidante, the warrior-monk Savonarola.

At the same time, Alexander and his other son, Juan, are dealing with the political fallout of their actions. Juan is tasked with leading a war against the French, but his lack of military experience and leadership puts the entire campaign at risk. As the conflict begins to take a toll on Juan's mental stability, Alexander and his advisors are forced to reconsider their strategy and the consequences of their ambition.

Throughout the episode, the themes of power, love, and loyalty are explored in new and surprising ways. The Borgias find themselves facing both internal and external threats, and must navigate the treacherous waters of Rome's political landscape in order to come out on top. Nessuno (Nobody) is a gripping and emotional episode that builds to a stunning conclusion, with each member of the family facing their own personal and professional demons. Will they emerge unscathed, or will they fall victim to the very ambition that brought them to power in the first place?