Within this twisting black curtain of jelly were many evillooking eyes and crooked mouths that seemed to look beyond the image and into mine own eyes. Grab (mnvr): each pseudopod may target a different opponent, although multiple pseudopods may target the same opponent. For our older stock, not every product is in every warehouse. In this, we see how differing cults interpret Mythos commands in varied ways, with vastly different results. Yu-mengtis, the vile one Sanity Loss: 1/2D10 Sanity points to witness Yu-mengtis manifest through human possession; 1/1D10+1 to encounter Yu-mengtis in human-like form; 1D6/4D10 to encounter the Old One in its true form. Usually, such connections happen over a distinct period when Cthulhus dream state is brought close to consciousness (which often corresponds to the movement of Rlyeh, where the sunken landmass temporarily rises above the sea). Consequently, the priesthood is believed to placed curses upon their tombs to ward against robbers and those who would desecrate the blessed dead. It remains the Keepers option whether to design and grant such powers. It reforms in 1D100+500 days. Idh-yaa consumes cosmic matter, perhaps in a similar manner to what humanity calls black holes, and has been said to have devoured lesser entities carried to it on the cosmic tides; perhaps, such raw material becomes reconstituted and rebirthed in strange forms or as larval beings. Otherwise, they may be directed to seek and strike at those who have displeased Yig. Impaling weapons (incl. Posted by Scott Edward Nash on 30th Sep 2021. Magic POW: 500 Magic Points: 100 Spells: any the Keeper desires, but none concerning Elder God and associated matters Cult Nyarlathotep is typically worshiped though one of its avatars or masks. There are numerous such cults, spread across the entire globe and the cosmos. For humans, this means their body and speech are directed by the parasite, a proxy Powers Spider Parasite: Atlach-Nacha can birth small spiderlike creatures that attached themselves to other creatures 31 CHAPTER 2 m a l AZATHOTH (Outer God) Foolish is he who speaks the name Aztot aloud, for the center of all things sleeps to the music of the spheres lest the hideous chaos should wake and consume everything. Those most sensitive (POW 70+ or psychics) may sense the aura weighing them down, with greater feelings of uselessness and despair pounding their minds. It is thought that communities of deep ones offer sacrifices to Zoth-Ommog alongside Cthulhu. Everything cannot be explained, things do look odd and unnatural, and motivations are USING MYTHOS GODS IN GAMES Mythos deities are not (in the main) omnipotent. Such protection provides a 5-point armor but reduces speed (by 1 MOV point). Like no shark Id seen before for since, it had horrible growth about its mouth, tentacle-like, some curling, some rigid. Note that Ghatanothoa can control this power, allowing others to see it without being affected by the curse. Aura Anything touched by Idh-yaa possesses a distinct coldness, even viewing Xoth would send a chill shiver down the spine. Behind the facade of majesty, wonder, and illumination is the gnawing sense of things coming undone and of rot eating from within. But, like their god, they must consume to live, feeding off animals or humans to avoid shriveling away and becoming a living but inanimate husk. Those shooting or striking at the Skinless One develop an unbearable itch in their weapon hand(s), and unless they succeed with a CON roll, they automatically miss their target. Death or removal of the Vaeyen from any of Cyeghas scattered prisons is said to weaken the wards holding the deity in place. Sometimes it offers passage, sometimes it asks or gives answers, and sometimes it observes, watching without acknowledgment. Much controversy surrounds the figure of Nodens. Magic POW: 135 Magic Points: 27 (60)** Spells: Animate Mummy, Appear Human (variant), Bind Enemy, Bring Haboob, Contact Lloigor, Create Child of the Sphinx, Implant Fear, Parting Sands; others as the Keeper desires. The act supplies Yidhra with the memories of those it eats, as well as any evolutionary distinctiveness the creature possessed. Other names: the Ever Dark, Silent One, Zulchequon, ZuShakon. Occasionally, a single nightgaunt might be sent to treat with such folk or to provide some form of aid. Perhaps a form of sympathetic magical practice, most appear to mirror the deitys behavior in regard to other living things, killing without remorse and eating their kills, which usually extends to cannibalism and other unspeakable practices. Cult: Church of Starry Wisdom The Haunter of the Dark (sometimes the Father of All Bats) is said to be among Nyarlathoteps oldest avatars, and one well known to the mi-go and some other alien races (sometimes called the Fly-the Light). Malleus Monstrorum: Cthulhu Mythos Bestiary Hardcover - Amazon.com.au The cult has gained significant power into the 20th century and is led by Omar al-Shakti. Over the years, players came and went, and we had many strange adventures together (some of which ended up in print). The rare Eighth Sathlatta is believed powerful enough to summon Yibb-Tstll to the summoner, although such magic is best avoided as such an act carries many unforeseen consequences. Possibly may be resisted or banished by the performance of spells. Animate Flesh Thing, Control Skin, Create Flesh Creeper, Knot Flesh, Melt Flesh, Skin Walker, Wither Limb. Nour: a dripping mass of tentacles, tendrils, claws, suckers, filaments, and pincers, looking like an enormous nest of bloated, squirming serpents all wound around one another and wriggling in different directions. If reduced to zero hit points, this avatar departs, leaving behind the stone frame of the Great Sphinx. Otherwise, may ignore or randomly attack those within 5 yards/metersthe Keeper may elect to use a Group Luck roll to determine the situation. Otherwise, may ignore or randomly attack those within 5 yards/metersthe Keeper may elect to use a Group Luck roll to determine the situation. Fleshy body within the shell (partially exposed in the gap between the two shells) has no armor and may be targeted with penalty die. Is it opposed to another being? The victim may attempt to break free with an Extreme STR or a Regular DEX roll. Aura Death and darkness pervade anything influenced by this deity, be they people, objects, or places. Cult As yet, Baoht Zuqqa-Mogg has no organized human cult, although small groups of worshippers are likely, especially those who have had some form of contact with the deity or those who have an association with ghouls. Secrets of a dark and sinister hue coalesce around this entity whose cultists often mask the truth of their beliefs behind more traditional pagan practices and gods. An individual who had broken the illusion can attempt to use Fast Talk, Intimidate, Persuade, or Psychology on another person to break their illusionary experience. GOATSWOOD Nestled within the Severn Valley, Goatswood is an isolated town to the east of Brichester. Less than 1 mile (1.6 km): 1D4/2D10 Sanity point loss. Learn more about the Malleus Monstrorum Keeper Deck here. For some, snakes were born of Yig; the entitys blood flowed into the earth, causing early life forms to become snakes. Too many pages are all text. Believed to be a male aspect of Shub-Niggurath, the Great God Pan is likened to the wild and untamed forces of fertility and life. As with that first edition, this updated version aims to provide players and those seeking insights into the Cthulhu Mythos with much to digest. Language of Pain: the deity forms a psychic link with a follower, forcing them to hear the Old Ones messages, which are conveyed in a horrendous mixture of booming and shrill languages (some non-human) that actually cause physical and mental pain. Fighting 100% (50/20), damage 4D6 Armor None; may expend magic points to gain armor points (one for one basis); such armor points last for the duration of a single encounter. Cult: Children of the Wood The form of the Green Man has been known to humans for centuries, where the figure has been worshiped as a nature or fertility god and subject to a large amount of folklore (whether this form was originally a manifestation 147 Below: Nyarlathotep's human-seeming avatars Cult: Order of the Bloated Woman the cult was formed in England by Sir Aubrey Penhew, with ties to al-Shakti; however, in recent times, Sir Aubrey passed control to Edward Gavigan, a man disliked by al-Shakti. Cult: Bloody Tongue Cult: The Unseen Ones This form appears to be a favored mask of Nyarlathotep, with it often manifesting when an initial avatar form dies or changesthe bloody Tongue form rising out of the former avatars body in some hideous rebirth ceremony. Usually, such travel is one-way, although it is not unknown for some devoted cultists to be gifted the knowledge of the Gate spell. 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. In some cases, an affected human may become partially possessed by Hastalk or another Old One, with their body and voice used as a conduit. An apostrophe indicates a compacted short-I sound. Other than this cult, a few small groups inhabiting the northern climes are believed to give blessings to the Old One, who they see as a lesser but aligned god to Ithaqua. Other names: Charnel One, Old Gnaw, Worm of Corruption. Immune to mundane weapons (incl. Of those possessed, the scope of their activities is wide, with numerous possibilities: connecting disparate cults, infecting communities into mass worship of Tulzscha, possessing others to grow an army, and so on. Fighting Bite Crush Dodge 100% (50/20), damage 2D6 80% (40/16), damage 1D4+2 plus 5 INT and POW (see above) 60% (30/12), damage 2D6+6 40% (20/8) Armor None. Call Nightgaunts: when living, able to summon 1D10+2 nightgaunts to its command. Powers Provoke Fear: the avatar radiates an aura of fear, causing humans and others to become panicked and illogical. Few, if any, of the Lesser Elder Gods are worshiped either on Earth or elsewhere. If any grains of truth can be gleaned from Foley, one might surmise that Nodens is a being whose power is fashioned to maintain a cosmic balance and ensure the continuance of the universe in its current form. Somewhat like the thing named as Bugg-Shash, it appears to desire human sacrifice as food and has an insatiable appetite. While those in direct contact (within 1 yard/meter) should attempt an Extreme CON roll or suffer 2D4+2 damage (a successful CON roll halves the damage). Magic POW: 350 Magic Points: 70 Spells: none. Given the rarity of its manifestations on this planet, it is possible that alien species on other worlds are aware of, and may worship, this entity. 121 CHAPTER 2 m a l Powers Elemental Rage: causes devastating storms with hurricaneforce winds, driving rain, enormous hailstones, searing lightning, and so on. If a weapon, its shoots forward to envelope and asphyxiate a target, covering them with black snowflakes (if they are unable to Dodge), who must then make a CON roll, suffering 1D2 damage if the roll is successful, or 1D4 damage if not. In touching idols of Cthulhu, one feels a greasy sense of falling and an uncanny coldness. 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. On Earth, the Kruschtya Equation is something of myth among mathematicians. AZATHOTH: XADA-HGLA (Avatar) It was depicted as having numerous flexible legs that emerged from a bivalvular shell. These entities share the same profile. 71 CHAPTER 2 m a l Aura Dogon people of Mali have revered fish-like ancestor spirits who came to Earth from the stars, and who shall return again one day to herald a new age. Doorway to Divinity: grants a particular form of Gate spell, allowing an individual to open a temporary portal directly to Tsathogguas lair. While the body becomes petrified, the brain and internal organs remain living inside this hard, immobile caseaware yet unbearably imprisoned. It reforms in 5D100 years. R. S. Scarwound, Boston, 1785) indicate the worship of Zu-che-quon in prehistorical Mu by a small sect, known as the Smothering Hand, whose foul acts led to the group being eradicated. Whether this entity, said to be an avatar of ShubNiggurath, manifests anywhere other than in Goatswood (in the Severn Valley of England) is unknown. Fighting Grasp (mnvr) Smash 80% (40/16), damage 2D6 80% (40/16), held (see above) 70% (35/14), damage 4D6 Cxaxukluth Armor 16-point hide. On the third round, and each round thereafter, no further damage is suffered but INT continues to be drained at 1D10 points per round while the brain is torn to pieces. Betwixt the two upper limbs is a giant, rubbery maw instead of a head. By answering these questions, you form a picture of the entity, allowing you to then specify certain characteristics and abilities. INTRODUCTION The Cthulhu Mythos is unknowable to humanity. Armor None. The POW is permanently lost, while additional magic points may be gained by burning hit points. Ancient texts cite the deity as master of all fire vampires and sometimes known as Fthaggua, although other sources suggest Fthaggua is the spawn 49 CHAPTER 2 m a l Encounters Unless some terrible calamity has befallen, encounters will be with Cthughas minions, be they human cultists or its fire vampires. Such reports may illustrate BMoths power to affect or control the weather, such as causing winds to pick up and fall and thereby direct boats toward its foggy clutches. They reform in 1,000 years. Elsewhere, the Vaeyen may be incorporeal or take different forms. Encounters The entity abhors light and only manifests during nighttime hours or in areas of total darkness. Cult The worship of Dagon and Hydra by humanity appears to be ancient, with many cults flourishing and dying out throughout history. He has an M.A. Of course, often some individuals escape arrest or death and go on to found new groups, bringing the tainted creed of Ygolonac to others. Veil of Mist: covers a 50-yard/meter radius, with Han always at its center. In this respect, we may assume that Tawil atUmrs form (at least what may be discerned beneath its outer robes) may take on characteristics of its summoner, appearing human-like to humans, and so on. While another machine may be controlled, the Tick Tock Man cannot change such a machines normal operations (i.e. >> Anonymous Tue Jul 21 17:52:07 2020 No. Combat Attacks per round: 4 (whirling strikes/punches) and/or 1 (clutch and drag) May attack up to four opponents a round using its four arms, or strike or clutch with its leg tentacles. Direct contact with this entity would probably arise only through the machinations of its followers, although those having use of a Gate may inadvertently find themselves in the Old Ones domain. So you want to purchase the physical version, but really want to get your hands on If I have a question about a Cthulhu Mythos monster this is probably the first place I'm going to go to now. Only by removing/ killing the parasite can the human regain control of their own body. I saw its scale-covered ovoid body and the crescent-shaped head that rose above it possessed of a beard of horn-like growths, each of which dripped a foul-smelling fluid that ran down its neck and covered the scales below. While a reference to the Tablets may be found in certain editions of the Necronomicon, the Pnakotic Cult No human cult is believed to exist, although both the migo and the sand-dwellers are said to hold Ubbo-Sathla in their devotions. Entwine (mnvr): the target is held and then, on the following round, pulled into the Old Ones wide mouth and swallowed whole. bullets). Know Past/Future: Daoloth may grant petitioners a vision of things past or future. In close proximity, animals and other creatures appear overcome with this sensation, resulting in the area in and around the lake in which these entities dwell being littered with pairs of insects and animals bound in constant struggle, each attempting to consume the other. After all, presenting things in human terms is all that we (as Keepers) can do. YU-MENGTIS (Great Old One) It was over ten feet in height and bloated, possessing three spindly legs and an ovoid torso from which three arms emerged. Other names: Arch-Lord of Tindalos, the Great Wolf, QTll-Oss. CON 300* SIZ 150 DEX 75 Hit Points: 45* Damage Bonus (DB): +3D6 Build: 4 Move: 10 *CON and HP: base amount; both increase as it feeds. It is said to share some form of kinship with Great Cthulhu, with some claiming the entities are brothers; not all agree, with many purporting that a great enmity exists between these Old Ones. Such tasks may appear crazed and bewilder witnesses or could have some underlying logic to them (presumably achieving something to the benefit of the Mother of Pus). The Horned One may appear without horns (and may be addressed as the Dark One), and appear more akin to the Black Pharaoh, but dressed as a 17th-century highway or traveling man or woman, or dressed in a modern suit). Those who have read the journal entries claim that Longbridge writes of receiving messages from an alien mind, which most attribute as Qyth-az, and how this mind wishes him to become one with itself. 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. In essence, the material appearance orincarnation of a Mythos god. Beguile Others: grants the power to charm or beguile other humans, enabling cultists to draw unsuspecting innocents into the clutches of a cult. Those attempting to solve the formula must spend 365 minus EDU in days studying the equation. The majority class Utulls-Hrher as a Great Old One, a being possibly spawned by Shub-Niggurath or Yibb-Tstll, said to dwell in the vicinity of Mira (Omicron Ceti) a red giant star in the Cetus constellation. Reaching forth his wizened hands to embrace his devoted followers, he shall impart great wisdom and protect his flock. At a cost of 10 magic points per round, this form can interact with objects and inflict physical attacks, although Tsathoggua rarely does so. Vulthoom, the sleeper of Ravormos Sanity Loss: 1D4/2D10 Sanity points. Otherwise, encounters with gangs of malevolent and nihilistic children may uncover the work of Eihort, as would the operations of adult cults working to expand the deitys influence by promoting the wonders of Eihorts Bargain and thereby infecting others with the gods brood. Local lore explains the structure was built by the Romans and has stood here ever since. Those falling insane are likely to begin wailing themselves, wandering about without thought or attention or care for their own safety. CTHYLLA (Great Old One) In mine minds eye I beheld a thing composed of glistening redblack flesh within an oval outline. Call Deep Ones: able to summon deep ones in coastal areas. DEX 200 Hit Points: 19 Damage Bonus (DB): +3D6 Build: 4 Move: 20 Bast, cat elder Sanity Loss: 0/1D6 Sanity points. Ghouls worshipping Tulzscha may be at odds with others of their kind, causing their actions to spill over and be noticed by the human world. Hastalk seems to be akin to a microorganism, capable of infecting ecosystems by amplifying and altering existing contagions, as well as driving mutations at the cellular level. Speculation rises as to who caused this migration and imprisonment, with some citing the mi-go, while others speak of the Spawn of Yuggoth, an older and more powerful race of beings, who cast down this god. Over 500 spells of dire consequences, secrets, and unfathomable power! In both cases, such worship is either hidden or shunned by the majority, causing some to obfuscate their beliefs behind more conventional trappings, such as certain snake charmers or snake-handling sects. I cannot wait for the slip case hardbacks! If you think that sounds incredibly specific, thats because it is. And, the tome makes no reference to any connection between Tulzscha and other apparent living-flame entities, such as Cthugha and Aphoom Zhah, and with no other lore concerning this, any linkage between such beings is purely speculation at this time. Notably, the INT characteristic has been removed for Mythos gods, as it is essentially meaningless in game terms and serves little to no purpose. SHUB-NIGGURATH: LADY OF THE WOODS, THE (Avatar) She, the Lady of the Woods, entices and beguiles the foolish to lose their way in the forest and to take the dark path to revelation and enlightenment. Fire would kill the ichor, though the victim also suffers 1D6 burn damage. Caution should be given concerning the Elder Gods. In Arwassas presence, most animals will either flee or immediately grow savage and attack anything nearby. At the center, the Old One forms: a 251 PRONUNCIATION A OF MYTHOS NAMES APPENDIX I nspired by Lovecraft, the varied writers of Cthulhu Mythos stories and scenarios developed unpronounceable names for the many Mythos deities to drive home their alien quality. Bolts: at a cost of 5 magic points per bolt, may unleash bolts of silvery fire (up to 5 per round), which can reach up to 500 yards/meters and destroy or affect objects. Should this situation change, one must presume that Pharol would pose a significant threat as its very being is anathema to our reality Possible Blessings Serpentine Hands: transforms the hands (or hand) into snake-like extremities, able to bite (assume Fighting 50%, damage 1D4+1 per hand, with one attack per round per hand). Occasionally, human-like hands seem to reach forth through its skin, as though clawing to break free. Cannot see into magically protected areas or behind curves or spherical spaces. As previously stated, trying to unpick and align the various lore writ by Within 5 miles (8 km): 0/1D4 Sanity point loss. A distorted and dream-like image of a great hulking mass with squid-like tentacles emerging from an elongated head. Certain enchanted weapons may ignore armor. Coub is YouTube for video loops. Malleus Monstrorum: A Call of Cthulhu bestiary that will eat - YouTube Venom: those suffering the fangs of Yig must make an Extreme CON or die instantly; if successful, they take 1D8 damage and are delirious for 1D4 rounds, unable to take further actions until they come to their senses. Minecraft Skin. Fighting 50% (25/10), damage 3D6 Ensnare (mnvr) 50% (25/10), held then crushed, damage 6D6 Envelope (mnvr) Thahash Yko Sanity Loss: 1D4/2D10 Sanity points. In practice, the heads of such groups often referred to as High Priests or Priestesses by the rank and file members, often have connections to one another and are able to pass information as needed, although there does seem to be an unwritten rule that each cult head operates and creates their own remit in terms of day to day activity. The range of destruction increases each hour Azathoth remains, this is only held somewhat in check by the entitys coterie of otherworldly musicians. Feel free to ask me on discord why I hate them and don't want to talk about them anymore. 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.

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