The Haunting / Learn to Play Call of Cthulhu! / 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

The Haunting / Learn to Play Call of Cthulhu! / 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

A simple house call spirals into cosmic dread in this iconic Call of Cthulhu mystery—perfect for new investigators and horror fans alike.

TYPE

One-Shot

LANGUAGE

English

EXPERIENCE

Open to all

AGE

18+
1 SEAT LEFT
$30.00

/ Session

Details

Once / Saturday - 12:30 AM UTC

May 31

Session Duration / 3.5–4 hours

5 / 6 Seats Filled

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Schedule

This game will begin once 3 players have joined

Meet your party members

5/6

About the adventure

As you and your companions investigate a mysterious, abandoned house in the heart of Boston, what begins as a simple inquiry into a landlord’s request swiftly unravels into a tale of terror and dread... An adventure steeped in classic elements of paranormal investigation, confronting the unknown, piecing together a sinister mystery, and facing unspeakable horrors lurking beyond the veil... experience the iconic beginner scenario that has introduced countless players to the chilling world of Call of Cthulhu! A must-play for all fans of cosmic horror!

Game style

Roleplay Heavy

Rule of Cool (RoC)

Game themes

Meet the Game Master
LGBTQ+
Queer

2 years on StartPlaying

517 games hosted

Highly rated for: Creativity, Teacher, Inclusive

About me

Greetings daring adventurers! I'm Trace Wolfgang (they/them), a seasoned Game Master with a passion for storytelling in D&D 5e since 2017. As a GM since 2019, I've crafted immersive adventures and built vibrant player communities. My focus is on creating exciting, collaborative stories where your unique characters shine. This isn't my narrative; it's OUR shared narrative, and I'm dedicated to making it welcoming and fun for everyone. Whether you're a veteran or new to roleplaying, you'll find a space where you feel valued and excited for what's to come. If you're ready for an adventure that transcends the ordinary, join me at the table. If the schedule doesn't quite fit, let's chat and find a solution that works for all! Let's create unforgettable tales together. Reach out with any questions or to dive into the magic of storytelling. May our dice be kind, and our adventures legendary!

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Character creation

Creating your character

You are able to select from a handful of pre-generated characters!

What to expect

Preparing for the session

🌐 Steady Internet Connection 🎮 Discord Account (https://discord.com/) 🦉 Owlbear Rodeo Account (https://www.owlbear.rodeo/) 🎙️ Working Microphone for Voice Chat 📷 Working Webcam (Optional) 🎲 Favorite Pair of Dice (Optional) If you need help setting any of these up, let me know!

What Trace Wolfgang brings to the table

- Pre-Gen Characters - Digital Maps, Dynamic Lighting, Tokens - Soundboard to provide Ambience and In Game Sounds - Thriving Dynamic Discord Server

Equipment needed to play

Computer

Microphone

Internet

Safety

How Trace Wolfgang creates a safe table

The game will be hosted with Discord! This is where we will go over character selection, lines and veils, safety tools, and get to know one another! If you don't feel comfortable doing a voice or acting in the game, that is totally ok! We are here to have fun, so do what would be most fun for you! We will be using Pre-Generated Call of Cthulhu characters that you can all pick from!

Content warnings

Safety tools used

Frequently asked questions