boss, to have it all). England Transcendentalists to the Children of God, as well as many others, right up to modern times. Col. Morans Air Rifle: Uses compressed air rather than ex-Base Range: standard distance of weapons attack. There is something frightful in the care with whichtermines the lifestyle, type of accommodation, travel and these actual raiders destroyed each scrap which bore the leastexpenses that a person can comfortably afford on a day-to-day basis. Pick four non-occupation skills and boost them by ing a warprobably the Great War of 1914 to 1918 for 1920s 20% (adding 20 to the skill base values). scene. flat, the orphanage in which you were raised). An independent income allows the antiquarian toexplore things old and obscure, perhaps sharpening their and plan buildings, whether afocus down particular lines of enquiry based on personalpreference and interest. Firearms (any), any one interpersonal skill (Charm, Fast Talk, Persuade or Intimidate), Law, Listen, Locksmith, Psychology, Sleight of Hand, Stealth, Spot Hidden.S Note on the investigator sheet: Immune to sanity losses resulting from viewing a corpse, witnessing or performing a murder, or seeing violence perpetrated against a human being.Medical Experience PackageThe investigator is a long-serving physician, nurse or forensicexaminer. We decided against this approachfor three reasons: Using characteristic values introduces additional work during investigator creation.258, chapter 10: reference Age Previous editions con- Damage Bonus tained rules for aging (EDU) scores higher than 18 required and, whilst these vary 7th edition 6th edition modification, as per the table below. ganized crime, professional trainers.Book Dealer Skills: Dodge, Fighting (Brawl), Intimidate, Jump, Psychology, Spot Hidden, any two other skills as personal or era specialties.A book dealer may be the owner of a retail outlet or niche Butler/Valetmail order service, or specialize in buying trips across thecountry and even overseas. other skill as personal or era specialty. In addi-theory an investigator could spend an amount just below their tion he may spend up to $10 per day, all with no lossspending level every day, but in practice it should be used only of Credit Rating or bookkeeping on the players part.occasionallyif the Keeper feels a player is exploiting this finan-cial abstraction, a use of assets may be called for. These have now been amalgamated into one Archies Rifle skill has been raised by 15%, skill: Fighting (Brawl). They are supported by Suggested Contacts: Other gangcriminal organizations and they are the members (current and retired),ones usually expected to take the fall for criminal freelancers, organizedthe gangsters above them. In these days, oil may be as good as gold. At up to triplethe range, the damage is quartered. Think about what personal history,Not one man who participated in that terrible raid could ever friends, enemies, and achievements could have led your investigator to delve in to the secrets of the Mythos.be induced to say a word concerning it, and every fragment of There are ten categories listed on the back of the investi- the vague data which survives comes from those outside the gator sheet; try to write down at least one entry for the first six 51investigator's handbookTips for creating a backstory Third, and perhaps most im- Most of the ideas and abilities that portantly of all, the corruption of make an investigator interesting and What about your investigators the investigators background mir- fun to play are a matter of choice, profession? Someone very skilled in down any significant family members When Crafting mechanics might be trained because and their relationship with your in- Background Entries, thats their job; equally they could be vestigator. Probablythe most Lovecraft-like occupation available to an investi- Architects are trained to designgator! Indi-Rating within the rec- viduals in this category are among the richestommended limits for in the world.that profession.There are six livingstandards: penniless, final fightingpoor, average, wealthy, rich and super rich. Credit Rating: 2070 Clinical psychologists may work with patients, using a range of therapeutic tools. Member of a society or secret society (e.g. Consider useful tems that would normally go with your investigators occupation. They give your life meaning. Suggested Contacts: The film and television industries,Stuntman various explosive and pyrotechnic firms, actors and directors.The film and television industry employs stuntmen andwomen to simulate falls from buildings, car crashes and Skills: Climb, Dodge, Electrical Repair or Mechanicalother catastrophes. In nized crime. Skills: History, two interpersonal skills (Charm, Fast Skills: Accounting, Art/Craft (any), Dodge, Listen, two Talk, Intimidate or Persuade), Psychology, Stealth, interpersonal skills (Charm, Fast Talk, Intimidate or and any three other skills as personal or era special- Persuade), Psychology, any one skill as a personal or ties. or taken away by the Keeper without first allowing you the 56chapter 3: creating investigators 1920s: Table II: Cash and Assets Modern day:Credit Cash Assets Spending Credit Cash Assets SpendingRating None Level Rating Level $0.50 $10 None $10Penniless $0.50 Penniless(CR 0 or less) CR x 1 (CR 0 or less) CR x 20 CR x 200 $40 ($1 - $9) CR x 10 ($10 - $90) $2 ($20 - $180) ($200 - $1,800)Poor CR x 2 Poor CR x 40 CR x 1,000 $200(CR 1-9) ($20 - $98) CR x 50 $10 (CR 1-9) ($400 - $1,960) ($10,000 - $49,000) CR x 5 ($500 - $2450) CR x 100 CR x 10,000 $1,000Average ($250 - $445) Average ($5,000 - $8,900) ($500,000 - $890,000)(CR 10-49) CR x 20 CR x 500 $50 (CR 10-49) CR x 400 CR x 400,000 $5,000 ($1800 - $1960) ($36,000 - $39,200) ($36M - $39.2M)Wealthy $50,000 ($25,000 - $44,500) Wealthy $1M $100M+ $100,000(CR 50-89) (CR 50-89) CR x 2000 $250Rich Rich(CR 90-98) ($180,000 - $196,000) (CR 90-98)Super Rich $5M+ $5000 Super Rich(CR 99) (CR 99)Notes: of those things. Sometimes self-absorbed other media stars.and driven with a particular vision, sometimes blessed witha great talent that is able to inspire passion and understand- Skills: Climb, Jump, Fighting (Brawl), Ride, one in-ing. Conman see Criminal Cowboy[Modern] Occupations only available for Modern-Day game Craftspersonsettings. In some cases you may not with, their income level and who they need all eight skills to adequately represent the occupation; are likely to know. Independent (Chemistry).scholars sometimes help support themselves by teachingpart-time courses. Most firearms may fire 1D10 to those within 9 yards.one bullet without penalty; more bullets up to the maximum(shown by the number in brackets) may be fired, but each Garrote: Requires the victim to make a Fighting Maneuvershot is taken with a penalty die. (Charm, Fast Talk, Intimidate or Persuade), any two other skills.Skills: Accounting, History, Library Use, Listen, OtherLanguage, one interpersonal skill (Charm, Fast CowboyTalk, Intimidate or Persuade), Psy-chology, any one other skill. The engineer applies scientific knowledge, seums, wealthy patrons, other explorers, publishers,mathematics and a liberal amount of ingenuity to design foreign government officials, local tribes people.solutions for technical problems. curious pipe of unknown origin found among your late fathers effects, a strange silver ball you dug up 10. maternal grandmother, paternal8. Parent (e.g. The female companion of a professional criminal. humanity. Roll 1D10 or pick one of the following. The key connection cannot be destroyed, killed (e.g. Download. Otherwise, figure yourinvestigators wealth according to their Credit Rating score.260, chapter 10: referencefitting. the symbol of a young bird flapping its wings while learning to fly. ranger for a national park or outward bound center, or they may be financially independent, allowing them enjoy such a 85investigator's handbooklifestyle without regard for paid employment, perhaps living Suggested Contacts: Local community, local physicians,as a hermit and only returning to civilization when the need hospitals and patients. Suggested Contacts: Advertising, media, furnishings, architectural, other. Number in brackets denotes maximum number of shots that may be fired in one round.Common in Era: denotes availability by era. Morans Air Rifle fire 1 shot per round. Double this each range, written as short range/medium range/long range.round until extinguished (providing target is flammable). Skills: Library Use, Other Language, Own Language, In the 1920s, the study of human behavior was a rather Psychology, any four other skills as academic, era or new field and primarily focused on Freudian analysis. A player may buy additional items, if available for purchase.The name of the investigator is whatever the player findsentertaining or evocative. While benefitting from their experience, they also bear its scars. Some of thesechanges are discussed here with the intention of providing The characteristics feed in to skill points to a limitedthe reader with an understanding of the thinking behind degree. circuses, carnivals, Numerous well-known detective agencies exist around the theatrical performances). May impale.1 or 2: one or two barrels fireable in same round. Gary Cooper and Joan Crawford. cricket bat, a signed baseball, a fishing rod).Meaningful Locations 9. skill points, depending on your investigators chosen occupation.Converting Investigators We chose to keep the link between Dodge and DEX,If players have existing investigators that they wish to since it has always been that way.convert for use with 7th edition, follow these instructions. Psychology, Stealth, Spot Hidden. A fellow investigator in your game. A pet (e.g. The smuggler usually has a public profession, such as boat Suggested Contacts: Local business people, other crafts- captain, pilot or businessman, allowing them to transport persons and artists. Partner (e.g. Harvey is 42 years old, so his MOV is Many of the skills remain unchanged and the values canreduced by 1 to 6. Playing the role of a steadfast investigator, you will travel to strange and dangerous places, uncover foul plots, and stand against the terrors of the night. Similar occupations may include: Database Administrator, IT Systems Manager, Occupation Skill Points: EDU x 4 Multimedia Developer, Network Administrator, Software Engineer, Webmaster, etc. psychologist and a psychiatrist, who is a physician specialist. play, requiring you to constantly referWhat level of education does their to the investigator sheet to check person or place, identify the itemEDU characteristic determine? * See note below:Assault Rifle: use Rifle/Shotgun skill when firing single shot;use Submachine skill when firing burst or full auto.Chainsaw: very awkward to use as a weapon; double theusers chance of a fumble. Gangster Underling More sophisticated gamblers probably frequent the ille-gal casinos operated by organized crime. 10. 10Gear & Equipment Write down any important items, weapons, or equipment your investigator possesses. The notion of exile has real power in such a setting. If theKeeper wishes to include these extra skills in the game, or ifyou wish to take one, this should be made clear. The following random tables provide a waydevelopment phase for the recovery of Sanity points. (e.g. Many stage actors have a back-ground in the classics and, considering themselves legiti- Credit Rating: 20-45mate, have a tendency to look down upon the commercialefforts of the film industry, although by the late twentieth Suggested Contacts: Local law enforcement, clients.century this is diminished, with film actors able to commandgreater respect and higher fees. Charm (15%) Chemistry (01%)see Science Likewise, where appropriate, an example is provided for Climb (20%)a possible consequence of an investigator pushing a skill roll Computer Use (05%) [Modern]while insane. and coverage. While technically unskilled, the skills (Charm, Fast Talk, Intimidate or Persuade),average laborer is often an expert in the use of power tools, Psychology, any two other skills.lifting gear and other equipment to be found on site. Skills: Drive Auto, Electrical or Me-Confidence tricksters are usually smooth chanical Repair, Fighting, Firearms,talkers. Harveys STR and SIZ add up to 105, so simply be transferred to the 7th edition investigator sheet.his Build is 0. Hedonist (e.g. Professional boxers andtype, others may be simply local indigenous people who es- wrestlers work and train full-time.cort hunters through the backwoods of the Yukon in searchof moose or bear. The work might include making travel arrangements, networks, often working alongside other office staff (suchmanaging their employers diary and organizing household as project managers) to ensure systems maintain integrityfinances. Make 2 improvement checks for EDU.50s Deduct 10 points from STR, CON or DEX (split across one, two or all three), and also from APP. and provide desired functionality. determine causes of death and make recommendations to the prosecutors office. evolution, cryogenics, space exploration). This connection can aid your investigator in regaining Sanity points. Your collection. 10. Within strange and forgotten tomes of lore . They also contain a character sheet and a starting adventure. No game rule Step Five: Equip thedistinguishes between male and female; neither sex has an Investigatoradvantage over the other. In the 1920s, the theatrical center of the U.S. is in NewYork City, although there are major stages in most citiesacross the country. This school was rootedin the concept of culture as a mentalphenomenon. 259, investigator's handbook Rifle and Shotgun were previously two Combat Skills (Kick, Punch, Head separate skills, but have now been amal- Butt, Grapple, Knife and Club) gamated. Own Language, Persuade, Psychology. [Specializations] denotes a skill that is broken up in to vari-ous separate skills. While spies may be posted within their own country, they can more usually be found working aboard. with most photographers working freelance, for an adver- tising firm, or in a portrait studio, taking pictures of fami-Parapsychologist lies. era specialty.White-Collar Worker ZookeeperThis could range from the lowest-level white-collar posi- Zookeepers are responsible for the feeding and care of thetion of a clerk to a middle or senior manager. Occupation Skill Points: EDU x 4 Those who choose this path are unusually sympatheticto the notion of invisible mystical powers and in validat- Credit Rating: 930ing that belief to the satisfaction of physical scientists. For in your garden). The occult (e.g. Occupation Skill Points: EDU x 2 + (DEX x 2 or STR x 2) Researcher Credit Rating: 010 The academic world sponsors a good deal of research, Suggested Contacts: Local businesses and residents. His Hit pointsstatistics in the previous edition read as follows: In 7th edition, hit points are derived by adding CON + SIZSTR 4 DEX 12 INT 17 CON 14 and dividing by 10, rounding down. ing beauty pageants. Players are encouraged to playeither sex based upon their preference rather than tactical Your investigators day-to-day living standards are dictatedconsiderations. If the skill-user observes whatever function the item might serve.another culture from within for a time, or works from ac-curate records concerning an extinct culture, then simple If an insane investigator fails a pushed roll, he or shepredictions can be made about that cultures ways and mor- could destroy the item, believing it to be cursed; alterna-als, even though the evidence may be incomplete. Suggested Contacts: Universities, parapsychological Photojournalist Publications. Check Call of Cthulhu Keeper Handbook from danielsalveson here. Occupation Skill Points: EDU x 4 Skills: First Aid, Mechanical Repair, Natural World, Navigate, one interpersonal skill (Charm, Fast Talk, Credit Rating: 930 Intimidate or Persuade), Pilot (Boat), Spot Hidden, Swim. cialists include organizational psychologists who work with businesses and governments, as well as academics conduct- Occupation Skill Points: EDU x 4 ing research or teaching psychology. Name the Think about their education. Take the result andconsidered that your character has a child, but why not? The range unreliable. Stealth. View flipping ebook version of Call of Cthulhu 7e - Investigator Handbook (Pre-Release) (2014) (Ingles) published by startobb on 2020-12-05. . Outdoorsman Occupation Skill Points: EDU x 2 + (APP x 2 or DEX x 2) The outdoor enthusiast spends much of his or her time living Credit Rating: 930 in the wilderness, often alone for long periods. In the 1920s the profession is made illegal by the Prohi- Skills: Dodge, Fighting (Brawl), First Aid, two inter- bition Act; however, theres no shortage of work for a bar- personal skill (Charm, Fast Talk, Intimidate or tender, as someone has to serve the drinks in the speakeasies Persuade), Listen, Psychology, Stealth. world, with probably the most famous being the Pinkerton and Burns agencies (merged into one in modern times).Occupation Skill Points: EDU x 2 + DEX x 2 Large agencies employ two types of agents: security guards and operatives.Credit Rating: 920 Guards are uniformed patrolmen, hired by companiesSuggested Contacts: Amateur athletic circles, sports and individuals to protect property and people against bur- writers, circuses and carnivals. A pharmacist may be employed in a Persuade), Other Language, Psychology, Sciencehospital or a drug store, or perhaps they own a dispensary. love, to be a man). 2. The Zookeeper is able to use the Medicine skill on animals. Skills: Art/Craft (Photography), one interper- sonal skill (Charm, Fast Talk, Intimidate or Occupation Skill Points: EDU x 4 Persuade), Psychology, Science (Chemistry), Stealth, Spot Hidden, any two other skills as Credit Rating: 930 personal or era specialties. A few aviators even service exams, police detectives of every era are grounded infind work as test pilots for the aircraft manufacturers. Suggested Contacts: Foreign government officials, game wardens, past (usually wealthy) clients, black- Occupation Skill Points: EDU x 2 + STR x 2 market gangs and traders, zoo owners. An essential item for your occupation (e.g. Some entries group Book Dealerrelated occupations, for example Bank Robber, Bootlegger, Bootlegger see CriminalBurglar, Conman, Forger/Counterfeiter and Assassin are all Bounty Hunter Boxer/Wrestlerlisted under the Criminal occupation. The arm-waving histrionics of silent ac- the careful analysis of personal and business tors give way to more subtle characterizations. Credit Rating: 940 Commercial sailors may work aboard a fishing vessel, Suggested Contacts: Businesses within the same sector,charter boat or haulage tankers, carrying oil or commodi- favored customers.ties. That reality overwhelms the worst, who eventually forfeit any sensibility except the power of their words. Your characterof school for some reason? Think of a distinct look that sums up your investigators appearance (APP). Ever-get themselves appointed to one of the military academies: est, the last unconquered peak in the world, were routinelythe U.S. Armys West Point or the Navys Annapolis, for covered by radio and newspapers. Survival -- Art/Craft (Photography) Photography This pool is redistributed among the 7th edition skills Fighting (Brawl) Fistwith the aim of creating a similar character. "The Roaring Twenties" details life in the 1920s, from a general historical overview to . Note that the entriesfor the other categories are filled in during play. Skills: Accounting, Drive Auto, Electrical Repair, Fast Talk, Mechanical Repair, Navigate, Spot Hidden, any Skills: Climb, Jump, Listen, Navigate, one interpersonal one other skill as a personal or era specialty. death of a loved one, your financial ruin, marital breakup). Like this book? 4. a skill, to imaginary friend). a letter you found in 9. the office, library, bank). When distribut- Fighting (Brawl) Grappleing the skill pool, consider spending points in the new 7th Fighting (Brawl) Kickedition skills, especially Charm and Intimidate. Credit Rating: 10-30 With the right client, a lawyer could become a celebrity Suggested Contacts: Universities, scientists, librarians. Doctors may also serve as part- or full-time Medical Ex- aminers, conducting autopsies and signing death certificates for the city, county or state.
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