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Call of Cthulhu (7th Edition)

Call of Cthulhu (7th Edition)
Uncover forbidden truths and test your sanity in the world’s definitive horror RPG

Creator Info

  • Designer(s): Sandy Petersen
  • Artist(s): Lee Gibbons, Paul Carrick, Jean Boulle, Mike McVey
  • Publisher: Chaosium (Official Site)
  • Game Page: Call of Cthulhu

Overview of the Game

  1. What is this game about?
    A investigative horror RPG set in the worlds of H.P. Lovecraft, where ordinary people confront cosmic dread and unravel sanity-shattering mysteries.
  2. Game lineage & inspiration:
    First published in 1981, Call of Cthulhu pioneered “sanity” mechanics and mythos-driven narratives, drawing directly from Lovecraft’s tales to create a tabletop horror legend.
  3. What makes Call of Cthulhu RPG unique?
    • Sanity mechanic: Track mental strain alongside physical harm, risking permanent psychological scars.
    • Percentile-based D100 system: Intuitive skill checks that scale from timid townsfolk to hardened investigators.
    • Flexible eras & genres: From roaring ’20s mysteries to modern and futuristic variants, the game adapts across time and tone.
  4. Who will love it?
    • Fans of gothic and cosmic horror
    • Players who enjoy deep investigative and roleplaying challenges
    • GMs crafting suspenseful, story-driven campaigns that test mind and willpower

Dice System

  1. Core Mechanic: Roll d100 against a target number; use other dice for things like determining damage or resolving specific actions.
  2. Dice Needed:  d4, d6, d8, d10, d20

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