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Ep 8. Edge of Darkness - Call of Cthulhu

June 28, 2022 Syd Razavi Season 1 Episode 8
Ep 8. Edge of Darkness - Call of Cthulhu
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Ep 8. Edge of Darkness - Call of Cthulhu
Jun 28, 2022 Season 1 Episode 8
Syd Razavi

For this episode, I'm back to talking about Call of Cthulhu with a scenario that is included in the 7th edition Starter Set. Edge of Darkness often competes with the Haunting for best introduction for a group of players getting into Call of Cthulhu.

I found it a lot of fun but lacking in a couple of departments. Notably, the investigation portion had low stakes and the exposition dumps at the start were a little heavy. However, these problems can be overcome with a little work

I wax lyrical about the three elements I think make for a good introductory Call of Cthulhu scenario. What makes for a good hook, a meaningful investigation and the challenging confrontation?

I'm also joined by one of my players, Matthew (@juniperapolo), to discuss how this adventure played for us.

Further resources:

If you have questions, thoughts or suggestions about this episode please get in touch by email gm@runtheadventure.com or on Twitter @rta_podcast.

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For this episode, I'm back to talking about Call of Cthulhu with a scenario that is included in the 7th edition Starter Set. Edge of Darkness often competes with the Haunting for best introduction for a group of players getting into Call of Cthulhu.

I found it a lot of fun but lacking in a couple of departments. Notably, the investigation portion had low stakes and the exposition dumps at the start were a little heavy. However, these problems can be overcome with a little work

I wax lyrical about the three elements I think make for a good introductory Call of Cthulhu scenario. What makes for a good hook, a meaningful investigation and the challenging confrontation?

I'm also joined by one of my players, Matthew (@juniperapolo), to discuss how this adventure played for us.

Further resources:

If you have questions, thoughts or suggestions about this episode please get in touch by email gm@runtheadventure.com or on Twitter @rta_podcast.

Support the Show.

Introduction
Summary of the Adventure
Adventure Structure
Where the fun is at
What doesn't work
Make it your own
How it played
And finally...