Ludgar

Ludgar
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First appearance	Trials of Mana (1995)
Latest appearance	Echoes of Mana (2022)
Homeland	Ferolia
Faction	King of Ferolia
Role	Antagonist
Gender	Male
Species	Beastman
Status	Alive
Other form(s)	Beast Ludgar
Voice actor(s)	Eng: Cory YeeToM HD

This article is about Ludgar as a character. For Ludgar as a boss in Trials of Mana, see Beast Ludgar.

“Now's our chance to pay back the humans for what they've done!”

—In-game dialogue

Ludgar is a minor antagonist in Trials of Mana.

History

Trials of Mana

“A Beastman appointed leader of the beastman forces at the behest of the King of Ferolia. He has a fierce rivalry with Kevin, the successor to the King.”

—Echoes of Mana in-game profile

Ludgar is a high-ranking officer in the beastman troops of Ferolia. Upon learning from His Majesty they are to invade the neighboring city of Jadd before taking the Holy City of Wendel, he was appointed leader of the operations and rallies his men to give a rousing meeting before commencing the assault. During Kevin's opening gambit he belittles the young prince for being picked instead of him, unlike other fellow beastmen who act more sympathetic to him.

He is seen again during Jadd's occupation, declaring the city belonging to beastmen. He strongly suggests the populace to comply lest they use force to quell any resistance. If Angela, Duran, Hawkeye, or Riesz try their hands on any beastmen, including Ludgar, they will be overpowered and wake up in the inn instead. If Kevin tries to talk to the beastmen, they will be surprised to see him here, some thinking he might be on a secret mission under the king's orders. The young prince will hide from Ludgar, however, if interacted.

The commander beastman will then raid Astoria at night while the Chosen is conversing with Faerie, leaving no survivors behind but a lone dog. He then sets its eyes on Wendel whom he attempt to conquer once the magic barrier protecting the city near the entrance to Cascade Cavern is lifted. He thanks Faerie from breaking the seal then capture the protagonists by throwing them in one of Jadd's prison cells. Fortunately, the Priest of Light raises another barrier around the city at the cost of his health, rendering him bedridden for the rest of the game.

Ludgar is then seen when the party is attempting to find Luna in the Chartmoon Tower, he and Goremand have just finished off some invading Altena sorcerers, he leaves and lets Goremand take the souls of the fallen mages, but comes back upon sensing Kevin's presence (who will be there as an NPC if not in the party). He then changes into his werewolf from and attacks the party but is mortally wounded.

Ludgar, defeated, has a heart to heart with Kevin. He reveals his hatred of the prince had nothing to do with him being half human; it was his attitude. Ludgar desired to be the strongest and yearned for Gauser to teach him the martial art techniques he taught Kevin, but he was only a beast guard. Worse Kevin would often run from fighting and was content to hide from everyone in the woods with Karl, which offended Ludgar's sensibilities and made him swear he wouldn't lose to such a cowardly prince. Kevin reveals that Ludgar was strong enough to be king himself which makes him happy. He hopes that he can fight Kevin again in his next life and tells not to lose to anyone before then and dies.

Then Luna appears having witnessed the whole thing. Kevin asks her to save him, but she can only fulfill his wish, and reincarnates him back into a baby. Ludgar then goes into the woods to live with the beasts for his infancy (which was beastmen custom) and Kevin vows to honor their promise.

When Kevin makes peace with his father, her references Ludgar on how he still needs to learn how to be a proper prince for his people and is waiting for the day Ludgar comes to challenge him again.

In the HD remake, Ludgar can teach Kevin the Beast Roar Chain Ability should he be in the party.

In the remake exclusive end scene; Kevin is shown to have taken baby Ludgar as his student and is currently teaching him the martial arts techniques he had so desired.

Circle of Mana

Ludgar makes a cameo appearance in the online game, along with several other characters from the Mana series. He appears in 3 sets of cards.

Rank	Attribute	Name	Classes				Quote
UR	力	ルガー	グラップラー	モンク	[光]ゴッドハンド	[闇]ウォーリアーモンク	「…今度生まれ変わったらおまえと戦って、そして完全勝利してやるぜ。その日までに、できるだけ強くなっておけよ…。」 "...Next time when I'm reborn, I'll fight you and win you completely. Become as strong as you can by that day..."
SSUR	力	ルガー	グラップラー	バシュカー	[光]デルヴィッシュ	[闇]デスハンド	「悪く思うなよ、ケヴィン！」 "Don't feel bad, Kevin!"
SSUR	力	ルガー[死闘]	グラップラー	バシュカー	[光]デルヴィッシュ	[闇]デスハンド	「強い奴に尻尾を振るのが獣人の生き方か？」 "Is it the way of life for beastmen to wag their tails at strong people?"

Echoes of Mana

Body of Practical Study

“A Beastman appointed leader of the beastman forces at the behest of the King of Ferolia. He has a fierce rivalry with Kevin, the successor to the King.”

—Echoes of Mana in-game profile

Ludgar was a character and obtainable unit. He had two variants.

• Ludgar (2★ unit)
• Ludgar (Body of Practical Study)

Character Bond Dialogues

'Perhaps it was plain jealousy... the more I see you all, the clearer it becomes.'

'When I eventually wear the crown, I will be sure to keep you in my inner circle.'

'Kevin if my rival, but one day I will... No, let's not.'

'I cannot express in words the joy I felt when I was named leader...'

'You need not only power, but fear to break a foe's spirits.'

Gallery

For this subject's image gallery, see Gallery:Ludgar.

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