Dominus is a gladiatorial skirmish game set within the brutal confines of the arena, where you take command of your own Ludus—training, fielding, and guiding your fighters through deadly contests fought for survival and spectacle. Every movement is measured, every decision carries weight, and every clash is an opportunity to rise in the eyes of the crowd.

Victory is not earned through bloodshed alone. Gladiators must fight with precision, timing, and intent to gain Favor from the crown and its patrons, turning each battle into a performance as much as a contest. Designed around tight, reactive combat, Dominus creates encounters that feel deliberate, cinematic, and unforgiving—where no two fights play out the same, and true mastery lies in control, not chance.

• Fast-paced, decisive arena combat

• Opposed D10 system with reactive engagements

• Command your own Ludus and develop your fighters

• Earn Favor from the crowd, crown, and patrons

• Tactical positioning and momentum-driven gameplay

Shoretide Studios is building multiple tabletop experiences across fantasy and science-fiction settings.

Each game expands the Shoretide system into new worlds, styles, and ways to play.

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