Pulp Cthulhu: The Two Headed Serpent
Pulp Cthulhu, Call of Cthulhu | Campaign
About the adventure
The Two-Headed Serpent is an action-packed, globe-spanning, and high-octane campaign set in the 1930s for Pulp Cthulhu. The heroes face the sinister conspiracies of an ancient race of monsters hell-bent on taking back a world that was once theirs.
Game style
Theater of the Mind
“Theater of the Mind” uses little to no visuals for scene settings and combat. Instead, the narrative imagery comes from the Game Master’s descriptions and character action and movement comes from Players’ descriptions.
Roleplay Heavy
“Roleplay Heavy” games place the focus on the story, the characters, and the world they live within, and tend to lean hard into the various roleplaying elements of the game. These games will frequently find the party talking with NPCs, exploring the personal elements of their backstories, or even having emotional moments around the camp fire.
The year is 1933. In South America, the Chaco War between Bolivia and Paraguay is in full swing. The two countries are fighting over contested territory, which is believed to be rich in oil. You’ve been employed by a humanitarian charity, the Caduceus Foundation, to deliver medical aid to civilians caught up in the war. Caduceus has flown you to Asuncion in Paraguay, from where you traveled across country by various means. You are escorting doctors, nurses, and medical supplies to an aid camp deep in the jungle of the Gran Chaco. As well as needing medically trained staff, this mission also requires adventurous types trained in wilderness and jungle survival, anthropologists, and linguists. This is a Pulp Cthulhu adventure, so expect high action and create your heroes appropriately. The truth is that the Caduceus Foundation is a front for an organization whose real agenda is to battle elements of the Cthulhu Mythos, but your characters don’t know that yet. They are just heroes who have decided to extend help those in need.
5.0
(23)
1 year on StartPlaying
30 games hosted
Highly rated for: Sets the Mood, Storytelling, Creativity
Additional details
How to prepare
A mic is a mandatory requirement as well as a headset (to avoid feedback). Ideally players will have a webcam but not essential. Players should also try to be in a quiet room to avoid disruption when possible.
What I provide
The game will utlise the Foundry VTT hosted on Forge (requires a free account). Makes use of custom visuals and audio. Everything needed to play is provided. Emphasis on story and gameplay. While some familiarity with the Call of Cthulhu system is beneficial, explanation of the system will be provided as necessary.
Gameplay details
This is a game for responsible adults. Any concerns can be raised and discussed during the free Session Zero where we will go over any potential issues that players might have in an open and non-judgemental atmosphere. At the end of each session an opportunity will be provided to discuss the game and bring up any issues, and highlight elements both good and bad. Note: Though on occaision some games may imply certain things 'off camera', none of my games contain scenes of sex or sexual violence.
Content warnings
• Body Horror
• Character Death
• Snakes
Safety tools used
• Monte Cook RPG Consent Checklist
• Session 0
How will character creation work
Pre-generated characters are provided. Characters are normal everyday people with no knowledge of the Cthulhu Mythos.
Players can expect
Combat / Tactics
Medium
Roleplay
High
Puzzles
Medium
Experience level
Open to all
Platforms used
• Foundry VTT
$18.00
/ Session
Each player will be charged when a session starts.
Details
Weekly / Thursday - 8:00 PM UTC
1-3 Hour Duration
0 / 5 Seats Filled
Requirements
Experience required: Open to all
Age: 18+