What was one main difference between slaves who were considered artisans and the slaves who worked in the fields?

One main difference between slaves who were considered artisans and the slaves who worked in the fields is that the artisans as the name implies are skilled craftsmen and craftswomen. The difference between the two is the realm of environment which they work in. Artisans in shops or small industries while slave in fields in fields.

Thus, in order to continually maintain the order of their universe, the Maya believed that blood had to be given back to the gods. The rulers are giving their blood to empower the gods in return for giving them life.