The Edge of Darkness - An Introductory Call of Cthulhu Game!
Step into the world of Call of Cthulhu with a beginner-friendly horror adventure full of mystery, dread, and sanity-shattering revelations.
$25.00
/ Session
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Bi-weekly / Saturday - 5:00 PM UTC
Session Duration / 3–4 hours
Campaign Length / 2–4 Sessions
0 / 6 Seats Filled
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About the adventure
Summer 1923. You've been summoned by a dying man to the town of Arkham, Massachusetts. Rupert Merriweather—an old friend, colleague, or perhaps a distant acquaintance—has one final request before he passes. His voice is weak, his mind haunted, and the story he tells is one of youthful curiosity turned to lifelong terror. Decades ago, he and a group of fellow students uncovered something they did not understand… and unleashed something they could not control. Now, it’s back. Armed with only fragments of his confession, a handful of strange artifacts, and a growing sense of unease, you must travel to a remote, abandoned farmhouse to finish what Merriweather and his companions started. But the deeper you dig, the more you’ll realize that some doors were never meant to be opened, and some things should never be disturbed.
Game style
Combat Lite
Puzzle / Mystery Focused
Roleplay Heavy
Rule of Cool (RoC)
Theater of the Mind
Game themes
Meet the Game Master
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2 years on StartPlaying
521 games hosted
Highly rated for: Creativity, Knows the Rules, Inclusive
Average response time: 1 hour
Response rate: 100%
About me
Hi there! I’m Cody, also known as Pax, a professional Game Master based in San Antonio, Texas. I’ve been playing and running tabletop RPGs for over twenty years, starting back in 2nd edition, spending plenty of time in 3.5, and now primarily running 5th edition. I first got into 5e through Adventurers League, running weekly public games for five years straight with tables of seven or more players. That experience taught me a ton about managing large groups, keeping sessions engaging, and helping both new and veteran players feel like part of the story. Over the past couple of years, I’ve transitioned into running private campaigns full-time, completing six full campaigns and building a wonderful, supportive community along the way. I have a deep love for taking established modules and tweaking them to create smoother gameplay, give characters more meaningful connections to the story, and expand on the content to make the narrative feel dynamic and impactful. If you’re looking for a reliable GM with a strong understanding of the rules, experience handling large groups, and a passion for teaching new players, you’re in the right place.
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Creating your character
Premade characters will be available to use and modify, but feel free to create your own character utilizing the rules as well! It is recommended that characters be completed before the start of the session.
What to expect
Preparing for the session
Players will need to have a Discord account, an Alchemy account, and a working microphone.
What Pax brings to the table
I bring a well stocked D&D Beyond library, custom maps, dynamic encounters, and thematic handouts to bring the world to life. I’m no professional voice actor, but I give every NPC distinct voices, quirks, and motivations. From grizzled captains to wide-eyed street urchins, you’ll always know who’s speaking. I honor the core rules, but I’m not afraid to bend them when it makes for a great moment. If your wild idea fits the tone and makes the table cheer, I’ll find a way to make it work. Your backstories matter. I weave character arcs into the world and adapt the narrative based on your decisions. My goal is to make each player feel like the protagonist of their own tale.
Equipment needed to play
Internet
Computer
Microphone
Headphones
Platforms used
Safety
How Pax creates a safe table
Before play, we will cover game and setting expectations, party dynamics, and safety tools. I include scheduled breaks to give everyone a moment to rest, stretch, or grab a snack, usually about 2 hours into a session.
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