The Disintegrator | Learn to Play Pulp Cthulhu

About the adventure

Kingsport, Massachusetts, 1932. An old colleague from Arkham University sent you to an auction to procure a device that can supposedly disintegrate solid matter. Keeping the device out of the wrong hands seemed like a sound idea, especially when you learned the other bidders include a money launderer for the mob, a sociopathic arms dealer, and a man who buys things using coins from a dead city. But then that unnatural fog surrounded the hotel, and bidders started disappearing. Now you're standing between two sides of an ancient eldritch war who both want the device for themselves. Who do you trust? Who do you side with? And can you escape with the device, and your sanity, intact? This is a one-shot Pulp Cthulhu adventure and is a great way for novice players to learn the Pulp Cthulhu rules. Pre-generated characters will be provided, so you can dive right into the action.

Additional Details

How to prepare

You'll need a microphone, a Discord account, and a Roll20 account. I recommend using Chrome or Firefox when using Roll20. A webcam is encouraged, but not required. (I will be on camera during the session) If you're new to Call of Cthulhu (or just new to Call of Cthulhu on Roll20) this video shows how your character sheet works. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8tIZd6mzcYc&t=45s

What I provide

All the Pulp Cthulhu and Call of Cthulhu supplements on Roll20 Ambient music Sound effects Character voices A positive, excited attitude

Gameplay details

If you've never played Pulp Cthulhu before, this is a great introductory scenario. I'll provide a video in advance that shows how to use your character sheet if you've not played online. - X Cards are provided via Roll20 - A debriefing will be held after the session where we can talk about what went right, what went wrong, and discuss stars and wishes.

Content warnings

(none)

Safety tools used

Aftercare
Breaks
Lines and Veils
Open Door
Stars and Wishes
X, N, and O Cards

How will character creation work

Pre-generated characters will be provided in Roll20. Players will roll a d100, and the player with the highest roll will choose their character first, then the next player chooses, and so on.

Players can expect

• Find a game to join solo or search for a professional game master for you and your friends/coworkers/family.
• Book your session and wait for the Game Master to approve you.
• If you don't have a blast with your first game, your next game is on us.