{"product_id":"call-of-cthulhu-investigator-handbook","title":"Call of Cthulhu Investigator Handbook","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn Essential Book for Call of Cthulhu Players\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“No swords. No wizards. Just regular humans, in way over their heads...” — Gizmodo\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWill you stand against the horrors from beyond space and time?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether learned professor, nosy journalist, hobo, waitress or hard-hitting detective, investigators need all the help they can get - Let this book be your guide!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cem\u003eInvestigator Handbook\u003c\/em\u003e is an essential player’s aid for the \u003cem\u003eCall of Cthulhu\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eroleplaying game.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eInvestigator Handbook\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003econtains expanded rules for creating players characters, a wealth of over 100 occupations and skill descriptions, as well as guidance on getting the most from the game.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book introduces a range of organizations for your investigator to belong to, detailed information about the classic 1920s setting, equipment and weapons for both the 1920s and modern day, and expert tips and advice for all budding and experienced players alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat’s Inside?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCall of Cthulhu\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eplayers will love having the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eInvestigator Handbook\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eat their fingertips during play. The book enhances the player experience and speeds gameplay thanks to a wealth of quick-reference charts, player advice and setting information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"chaos-product-section-title\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCreating Investigators\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex-chaos-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex-chaos-product-text-75pct\"\u003eFull rules for creating unique characters for\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eCall of Cthulhu\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewhich will be of benefit to players and Keepers alike. This includes a narrative explanation behind each of the core characteristics, a 1920s character name generator, and an in-depth example of character creation to guide you as you craft your very own investigator.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"chaos-product-section-title\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOccupations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex-chaos-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex-chaos-product-text-75pct\"\u003eThe core component to any\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eCall of Cthulhu\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003echaracter. The book contains over 60 occupations that will shape your investigator. Each occupation lists the mechanical benefits (and drawbacks!) as well as a brief explanation to inspire your character. You’ll also find optional rules for experienced investigators, which allows you to take on the role of a war veteran, organized crime affiliate, grizzled police officer, and more.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex-chaos-product-text-75pct\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"chaos-product-section-title\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Roaring Twenties\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex-chaos-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex-chaos-product-text-75pct\"\u003eThe signature setting for\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eCall of Cthulhu\u003c\/em\u003e, prohibition-era America is covered in detail. The book includes information on key events during the period, modes of transport across the country, and investigator information like forensics and photography. 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