Ludus Civis / LDCV

Manifesto – Ludus Civis

Ludus Civis is a neutral, exhibition-focused organization dedicated to the design, execution, and presentation of structured tactical combat within the Star Citizen universe. Our mission is to present conflict in a proving ground where skill, discipline, and coordination are tested under pressure.

Through curated events, handpicked cadre opposition, and immersive scenario design, we provide players and organizations the opportunity to train, compete, and excel in a professional-grade environment built for fairness, spectacle, and growth.

We exist to elevate the art of combat.
We fight to demonstrate excellence.
We are the Arena.
We are Ludus Civis.

Charter of Ludus Civis
“We fight to prove.”

I. Purpose
Ludus Civis exists to curate, host, and present the art of combat in its most disciplined form. We are a neutral, non-political exhibition and entertainment organization focused on immersive, high-stakes PvP, PvE, and PvPvE tactical scenarios within the Star Citizen universe.

We are not a mercenary group.
We do not fight for territory or conquest.
We fight to teach, to train, and to demonstrate mastery.

II. Mission
Our mission is centered on three guiding pillars:

Exhibition – To present elite-level combat as structured, high-visibility entertainment through live events, scenario-driven trials, and cinematic experiences.
Education – To serve as a platform for teaching coordination, tactics, communication, and discipline through realistic war-gaming.
Elevation – To offer a fair and balanced arena where skill is the only deciding factor, independent of politics or affiliation.

III. Operational Role
Ludus Civis functions as:

A scenario development team crafting narrative-based, balanced events for players of all skill levels.

A cadre-led officiation group providing OPFOR units, referees, and neutral adjudicators.

A tactical performance syndicate focused on the educational and cinematic quality of structured combat.

IV. Cadre and Membership
Ludus Civis does not offer open enlistment. Its core cadre are selected individually based on discipline, skill, neutrality, and their ability to teach, test, or officiate. Cadre serve four essential roles:

Train – Guide players and orgs through structured encounters and mentorship.
Test – Design and execute tactical scenarios that challenge all aspects of team play.
Teach – Share knowledge through debriefings, analysis, and demonstrations.
Officiate – Ensure the fairness and integrity of high-stakes engagements.

All cadre must uphold neutrality, clarity, and excellence at all times.

V. Event Principles
All operations run by Ludus Civis follow these core principles:

Clarity – Every event includes clearly defined rules of engagement, time constraints, and loadout limits.

Neutrality – No event will favor any group, style, or affiliation. All teams enter on equal ground.

Spectacle – Combat is more than outcome. It must be visible, tense, and compelling.

Design – Events are structured to challenge, not frustrate. Every trial has a purpose.

Feedback – Participant input shapes future scenarios. Growth is part of the process.

VI. Affiliations and Partnerships
Ludus Civis may partner with other organizations for:

Collaborative event production

Cross-organization competitions

Training programs and workshops

Sponsored community tournaments

No external entity may influence the governance or neutrality of Ludus Civis.

VII. Symbols and Meaning
“Ludus” refers to our inspiration—the gladiatorial schools of Ancient Rome, where skill was refined through structure.
“Civis” reflects our dedication to citizenship, community, and service through combat education.

We do not wear colors. We carry roles. We are tacticians, mentors, and students of the arena.

VIII. Final Notes
Ludus Civis is more than an organization. It is a proving ground.
When you enter our arena, you do not fight for pride.
You do not fight for victory.
You fight to prove you belong.

Welcome to the arena. Welcome to Ludus Civis.