Masks of Nyarlathotep - Bloody Truths | LtP Call of Cthulhu
Travel the world in search of the truth behind the murder of a dear friend, uncovering gold and secrets as you race against a globe-spanning cult!
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Weekly / Sunday - 6:00 PM UTC
Session Duration / 3–3.5 hours
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About the adventure
Our adventure begins in the sweltering summer of 1921 with a recruitment notice for a prestigious archaeological expedition into the Andean highlands of Peru. Amidst the thin mountain air and ancient ruins, a diverse group of specialists forms an unbreakable bond with the charismatic author and researcher Jackson Elias. What starts as a hunt for a story provides a first, unsettling glimpse into the dark corners of the world—a mystery that will lay the foundation for an epic journey that spans the globe. Dark machinations stir in the seedy underbellies of numerous nations, the beginnings of a plot to change the very fabric of the world we live on and doom all those who inhabit it. With only your wits, charm, and cunning, it falls to you to uncover the truth of these events, how they are connected, and maybe, hopefully, put a stop to it before its too late. Masks of Nyarlathotep is widely regarded as one of the greatest tabletop campaigns ever written. This is a globe-spanning epic of investigation and cosmic horror that will take you from the smoky speakeasies of Harlem and the fog-shrouded streets of London to the sweltering bazaars of Cairo, the jagged peaks of Kenya, the parched Australian Outback, and the neon-lit decadence of Shanghai. You will follow a trail of fragmented notes and ancient artifacts, always one step ahead of multifaceted cults serving an alien god with a thousand forms: Nyarlathotep, the Crawling Chaos. Who is this for? This campaign is designed for anyone who loves deep mysteries, historical immersion, and high-stakes drama. No prior knowledge of the Cthulhu Mythos or Call of Cthulhu rules is required. New players are warmly welcomed and will be guided through character creation and the 7th Edition ruleset. This campaign will be roleplay focused, and while it will contain combat, investigators should always be prepared for death that lurks just around the corner. Characters in Call of Cthulhu are normal humans, and taking on powerful cosmic forces is just as likely to drive one insane as it is to cause their heart to stop beating.
Game style
Roleplay Heavy
Game themes
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About me
I am experienced game master of 7 years, starting with dungeons and dragons, and then gaining experience with call of cthulhu and pathfinder, my current preferred systems. I love to create and share stories with others, and enjoy working both with players who want to play a game to win, and players who are looking to share a story and get deep into roleplaying.
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Creating your character
Character creation will be done during session 0. The basics of the system will be explained and characters will determine how and why they are joining this Peruvian expedition, as well as any potential connections to one another.
What to expect
Preparing for the session
Players will need access to Discord, internet, a functioning microphone, and either headphones or earbuds. Sessions will take place in a discord voice call, and will also utilize the in-server chatbox in Foundry to communicate. Cameras are entirely optional.
What Jeriko brings to the table
I will provide a full discord server for the campaign, as well as a fleshed out gaming experience using the wealth of tools provided by Foundry VTT. A number of additional modules will be used to enhance player experience. I will also be recording sessions for uploading to youtube over the course of the campaign.
Homebrew rules
I run Call of Cthulhu with a small variant of Pulp Cthulhu rules, providing each character with a single talent to help them stand out from the rest. Additionally, luck rules will be used, where luck can be spent to improve the outcome of a roll.
Equipment needed to play
Internet
Computer
Microphone
Headphones
Platforms used
Safety
How Jeriko creates a safe table
All players are welcome at my table, though this campaign assumes that players will have a certain level of experience with the system and rules! Session 0 will go over peo0ples' lines and veils, and an open dialogue will be kept throughout gameplay. My goal is to ensure that players always feel comfortable in my games, and know that they can come speak with me if they have a problem or something they need to discuss.
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