Through the smoke it rose, hovering in the air, older than time and possessed of a dark ovoid body from which grew long and writhing appendages, each ending in a multitude of wicked-looking blade-like tentacles. If reduced to zero hit points, Nyarlathoteps monstrous form shrivels a little and then flies off into interstellar space. If encountering a revivified Yegg-Ha, the smell would be stronger while it would be anathema to most humans. May regenerate hit points by expending magic points on a 1 for 1 basis (death at zero hit points). 59 CHAPTER 2 m a l CTHULHU: LEVIATHAN Chorazin, Cthulhus voice Sanity Loss: 1D4/1D6+2 Sanity points for initial encounter. Sleeping Hunger: determine whether Tsathoggua is awake or sleeping with a group Luck roll. Sometimes, her persona is dictatorial, while at others she plays the role of an innocent who only wishes to have fun. The end result is virtually always the same, ending with her followers committing crimes against society (which grow in severity) and a murderous reign of terror. Credence should be given to these writings, as even the short periods of temporary wakefulness on Cthulhus part have given immediate rise to strange occurrences and effects die as necessary to skill rolls) if they fail a CON roll. If reduced to zero hit points, Ahtu crashes to the ground and rapidly dissolves into a lake of viscous fluid-matter. Sonic Wave: sends forth sound powerful enough to damage structures and harm the living, causing varying damage based on the number of magic points invested (each magic point equates to a die roll, so 4 magic points deliver 1D4 damage, 6 points equals 1D6 damage, and 10 points being 1D10 damage). Curious about the difference? Ancient secrets, whispered lore, and collected facts concerning the alien and otherworldly horrors of the Cthulhu Mythos. Another reasoned argument proposes that Dagon and Hydra are facets or avatars of Great Cthulhu, as portions of the whole that did not become trapped or imprisoned in sunken Rlyeh. Others may support the casting by investing 1 magic point per person (costing 1 Sanity point each), although should another person know the full spell (i.e. **Naturally possesses 27 magic points but assume average of 60 points from recent feeding. An initial approach to the old castle above and its dungeon below might inspire a sense of haunting disquiet, with the ghosts of the past playing on ones mind. Readers, We have recently received word that the long-awaited Malleus Monstorum Slipcase Set is now available in print. Within moments, INT has raised to 430 and POW to 500, while their body ripples and shifts as Nyarlathotep manifests a portion of its mind in their body, taking complete control. suggests that this Old One views humans only as a source of nourishment (the deader the better), with its interest extending only to the possibility of transforming humans into ghouls. Such things may be evident in less wild locations, such as cities, with smaller cults performing rites to the entity in the hope of being granted insights or power; these groups may go so far as cannibalism or murder to gain the gods favor. Composed of many parts, all interconnected, it ranges the void seeking out life to be changed and consumed. Magic and the direct intervention of another Mythos entity may be the only means of reclaiming a person touched by this power. Other human cults have subsequently appeared and taken root, sometimes found among certain Indigenous societies (commonly outcast groups) or within so-called civilized societies. Its mysterious nature tends to perplex those who encounter it. Check out our current Pendragon products. Regenerates 1D6 hit points per round spent healing itself (death at zero hit points). According to historical accounts, a vexillation (detachment) of Roman soldiers discovered an ancient stone door while undertaking maneuvers in Britain. A single shaft of beaming liquid light descending from above in which colorful splendors of this universe and others shall be visible. Thus, those wishing to commune with Azathoth use magical Gates or travel themselves to be close to the center of all things, although even these means for Atlach-Nachas will. Its touch may also transport another being through time (but not elsewhere through space), although the target may resist with a Hard POW roll or use some form of magical barrier to prevent this effect. Working to undermine and then take control of all manner of groups, societies, and cults, the Daughters are known to employ any and all tactics, from blackmail to murder, to achieve dominance. Presumably, its earthly prison is situated in Central Europe. When accommodating a petitioner, Yibb-Tstll may or may not cause its Touch of Wisdom power to operate (as decided by the Keeper). The Keeper determines if the correct pronunciation has been used, although (as necessary) may use a Luck or Cthulhu Mythos roll instead. Mundane weapons are destroyed after an initial strike (see Corrosion and Toxicity); note that while bullets are affected, they deal their normal damage being single strike weapons. One, not sure which, is bluer than the other. Call of Cthulhu is a tabletop Role Playing Game created by Chaosium that focuses on the malleue of cosmic horror made famous by the fiction of H. Here we welcome experienced players and newcomers alike to discuss the game and related materials. malleus monstrorum the trove Indeed, it is though the avatar and those in its proximity are contained within a sphere outside of time, as beyond this barrier life seems to move at an alternating rapid and slower pace. Magic POW: 100 (increased by POW absorbed from victims) Magic Points: 20 (increased by POW absorbed from victims) Spells: Dampen Light (variant), Dominate, Drown Mind, Implant Fear, others at the Keepers discretion. Aura Anything touched by Idh-yaa possesses a distinct coldness, even viewing Xoth would send a chill shiver down the spine. Grab (mnvr): target is held (1D4 touch damage as appropriate, see above), and then on the following rounds either squeezed (7D6 damage) or pulled into its mass to be absorbed (14D6 damage per round). But I just need a class with Soulknife, Battlemind, and Psion (caster) subclasses.. Mundane weapons (incl. Little was heard thereafter, with rumors suggesting the professor was consumed and obsessed, and never more ventured out in public. Lloigor (race) copyright 2020 the Estate of Colin Wilson. 109 CHAPTER 2 m a l The King in Yellow, lord of Carcosa Sanity Loss: initially none (when the Pallid Mask is worn); 1D3/1D10 Sanity loss if the Kings mask is removed or revealed to be its face. The displacement costs the victim an automatic 1D6 Sanity points. Magic POW: 150 Magic Points: 30 Spells: any; suggested Cloud Memory, Dampen Light (variant), Fist of Yog-Sothoth, Maws of Pandemonium (variant), Utterance of Bile. Given its connection to dream, often things may appear surreal, weird, unexpected, or outright bizarre. Hit Points: 77 Damage Bonus (DB): +5D6 Build: 6 Move: 11 / 20 swimming Combat Attacks per round: 2 (claws, tendrils) May use its hands to claw and strike, or its tendrils to lash out (2D6 damage) or ensnare a target. Command Animal or Plant: grants the ability to give simple commands to animals or plants; animals may serve to guard or attack, while plants may be ordered to rapidly grow, perhaps to barricade a door or enclosure, or to form a barrier, and so on. What is this Deity about? The Revelations of Glaaki makes mention of the Nemesis Star, which it purports to Cult Ghroth has a few human worshipers, mostly sorcererastrologers and those who favor the coming of the end of the world. Weeping Curse: those who come into close proximity with the Mother of Pus (i.e. While the body becomes petrified, the brain and internal organs remain living inside this hard, immobile caseaware yet unbearably imprisoned. Engulf (mnvr) Grab (mnvr) 100% (50/20), damage 2D6 95% (47/19), held, then either dropped from a height or brain devoured (see above) Armor None. Alternatively, the body splits open and a monstrous form squeezes its way out of the semi-human shell before departing (usually Bloody Tongue form). When humans are in the presence of a god it is unlikely that the god even notices them. Fighting Bite/Kiss Monstrous Form STR 150 85% (42/17), damage 1D6+1D6 60% (30/12), damage 1D4+1D6 or magic point drain CON 250 SIZ 360 DEX 120 Hit Points: 61 Damage Bonus (DB): +5D6 Build: 6 Move: 10 Combat Attacks per round: 4 (slash and pierce) or 1 kiss (bite) Uses four of its six limbs, each equipped with claw-like talons, to slash or pierce, or may kiss (bite) once per round. After 4 rounds, unless wearing welding goggles or an equivalent, a character automatically suffers temporary blindness for 1D10+6 rounds (impose one penalty die as necessary to skill rolls). One archaeological dig in Central Africa reported the discovery of magnificent stone structures long-buried and now partially unearthed. Cult leaders may employ marine life with their rituals, with crocodiles and sharks sometimes captured and used in rites of passage, and as a nasty means of delivering sacrificial death to chosen devotees and outsiders in the wrong place at the right time. DEITIES BY TYPE A question mark in parentheses signifies the entity may or may not be a member of this category. Fighting Horn/Antler Gore 90% (45/18), damage 2D6 or by weapon type+2D6 80% (40/16), damage 2D6 Armor None. The victim may squirm free with a Hard DEX roll. In folklore, such offspring have often been described as changelings (theWechselkind of German lore, the Boginki of Poland, and the Bortbyting of Scandinavian legend, to name but three), with such unexpected births attributed to fairies and evil spirits. During the 16th century, most of the still-standing shrines and effigies of this toad-like god were destroyed, helping to fuel the already growing animosity toward the Habsburg King. Cxaxukluth, Pharol, Zarr, Zarrian Robots, and Zathog copyright 2020 Richard L. Tierney. In beholding the god, one is filled with revulsion, while out of the corners of ones eyes dark and scurrying things dart just beyond recognition. Armor: none. Loc Muzy, Mariusz Gandzel & Claire Delpe. Medical care can close up the wound, but thereafter, the person carries a large and unsightly scar. A short-U is written U or UH; a long-U is written OO. STR 375 CON 300 SIZ 500 DEX 80 Hit Points: 80 Damage Bonus (DB): +10D6 Build: 11 Move: 20 flying Combat Attacks per round: 1 (strike or flash) May strike out with its tendril-like arms, causing those hit to be paralyzed. For beings on other worlds, it can be presumed that Ithaquas form may appear quite different. In addition, the learning of spells or rituals may be an outcome, as could obtaining a working visualization of Ghatanothoa, enough to carve an effigy or create the deity in art. Over the years, players came and went, and we had many strange adventures together (some of which ended up in print). This latter group is sometimes called the Children of Yidhra. It is possible that early human worshippers may have passed down their beliefs through the generations, with a few modern communities conducting rites and sacrifices in secret to this day. A cavalcade of monsters and god-like alien intelligences beyond human understanding, all vividly detailed and portrayed. A few get a hankering for raw flesh, giving rise to the association of cannibalism with Ithaqua, although most seem to be cursed to hear whispers of the Wind-Walker calling them back to the wilderness. Some suggestions include: Magic POW: 175 Magic Points: 35 Spells: Bestow Glimpse of Truth, Bring Pestilence, Circle of Nausea, Drain Youth, Liquidity, Oscillating Expanse, Possess Corpse, Possession, Power Drain, Shrivelling, Song of Hastur, Summon Byakhee, Swelling Torment, Touch of Decay, The Unspeakable Promise, Wrack; others as desired by the Keeper. Others dismiss such ideas as poppycock, saying that only another Outer or Elder God could wield enough power to restrain Ghroth. In the main, the work of Zu-che-quons cultists is liable to draw attention to this Old One. check out process. bullets) deal minimum damage. The avatars true form resembles a corpulent, 600-pound (270 kg), 7 foot (2 m) tall, monstrous yet human woman, with tentacles in place of arms, and more tentacles sprouting from rolls of sickly yellow-gray flesh. Fighting (touch) automatic unless dodged, damage 1D10 per round Armor None. Encounters While cults appear mostly insular with no overreaching inter-cult operations, the tendency of Gol-goroth worship to exist in small clusters across a widespread area means that encounters with cult members are likely in certain areas of the world. Thus, we can consider Nodens and others of its ilk as grasping onto power and life. Look not closely, lest it opens its great eye and sees you. Volume II is a similar compilation of all the known deities as adapted and published by Chaosium. DAOLOTH (Outer God) To look upon the Render of the Veils is to know madness, for eyes were not fashioned to behold its magnificence. Even a large candle held aloft inflicts one point of damage for each round it is within 50 feet (15 m) of the flame.