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Would you care for a pipe of opium?

The wise answer is no, but don't pass up the opportunity to visit Shanghai via this amazing scenario.

We highly recommend it. Read the full review under the alt text and grab a copy here:
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Would you care for a pipe of opium? Cancelations for a game night happen from time to time, and our group is not immune to it either. Fortunately, scenarios intended for a Keeper and 1-2 players exist, and Matthew Morris´ "Smoke on the Hungpu" was a godsend for this weekend as we found ourselves with a diminished group. The scenario does include 4 pre-made Investigators, so it's also possible to run it at a higher playcount. 1930s Shanghai is an excellent setting for a Call of Cthulhu adventure. It´s hodgepodge of overlapping jurisdictions in a rapidly growing cosmopolitan with many active groups, legal as well as illegal, creates a chaotic ambience well suited to keep Investigators on their toes. Just make sure they steer clear of the opium dens. The scenario was smooth to prepare and run due to the clear instructions, perfect handouts, and carefully curated information about China and Shanghai. It felt like the 32 pages contained more information than should be possible, and non-Euclidean geometry might have been used in its creation. The provided soundtrack is an amazing touch to set the tone for each scene. If only more authors did this. This is clearly a labour of love from Matt, and his extensive research and dedication are evident throughout the scenario. After an intense playthrough, our group highly recommends it, and $4.99 is money well spent on this! Grab your copy here: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/493682/smoke-on-the-huangpu-a-1930s-one-shot-in-old-shanghai?affiliate_id=629746 #CallofCthulhu #TTRPG #MiskatonicRepository #Chaosium
May 18, 2025 at 3:21 PM
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Fancy a quicky?

This week, we take a look at Michael Reid's Flash Cthulhu series. Quite frankly, we love it!

Read our full thoughts under the pictures Alt Text and grab a copy here:
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Fancy a quicky? Last week has been a busy one for the entire team, and one of us even had to go abroad for work (Roll for Sanity) Fortunately, Michael Reid came to the rescue with his Flash Cthulhu series, which is a stroke of genius in our modern time of juggling work, family, and hobbies. Flash Cthulhu is aimed at the busy Keeper who needs something quick to prepare and run. This is perfectly suited for a demonstration game, but in our opinion, it really shines as a palate-cleanser for a group of players between campaigns or systems, or in the instance that if a couple of regulars has to cancel on a session with short notice. Rather than point out a specific scenario, we would like to guide you towards the bundle containing 12 of these wonderful little scenarios. Each of them has everything you need in an easy-to-digest 6-page package. Designed to be run in short 1-hour sessions, they are tightly and brilliantly written and even includes pre-gen Investigators! Setting varies wildly in both location and year. Ranging from a 15000 BCE scenario (yes you read that right) to the classic era and into both modern and SF times. Quite frankly there is something for everyone. The bundle is less than $12 for at least 12 hours of fun, and we can't recommend it warmly enough. Grab your own copy of the bundle here: https://tinyurl.com/yzdn5kts #CallofCthulhu #TTRPG #MiskatonicRepository #Chaosium
April 6, 2025 at 1:32 PM
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Would you like a juicy berry?

Robert Gresham is responsible for us not looking at raspberries in the same way ever again.

Read why in the ALT text and grab a copy:
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Would you like a juicy berry? Robert Gresham shared his "Whispers from the Bramble´s Heart" with us, and after spending an evening playing it, eating raspberries will never be the same again! The lovely cover by Eric Pommer drew us in and is a nice preview for this 32-page scenario. A classical era game, intended for August 1925, taking place in Gresham Oregon. The late summer berry harvest presents a recipe ripe for disaster, tasking Investigators to save not only the town of Gresham but potentially also Portland, and who knows maybe the entirety of Oregon... Intended for 3-4 Investigators, the scenario includes several suggestions on how to involve a group of players, but unfortunately does not include pre-made Investigators. We ran it with 5 players and didnt feel it upset the balance. In our opinion it's suitable for all players perhaps with the exception of those suffering from Fructophobia. The scenarios presentation is a respectful homage to the classic Chaosium style, supported by thematic lovely page borders. It's easy to read and follow with well written suggestions on pacing, alternate avenues of investigation, potential outcome of the Investigators meddling and inspiration for follow up on the scenarios conclusion. This can potentially be used to build a small campaign around. Do spend the $4.99 and discover why we are not going to eat raspberries any time soon! https://tinyurl.com/447wzjz5 #CallofCthulhu #TTRPG #MiskatonicRepository #Chaosium
April 26, 2025 at 6:33 AM
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Miskatonic Repository Reviews first ever review is live
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"Lights in the Trees" by Matt "Doc" Tracey received high praise.

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February 18, 2025 at 7:53 PM
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February 17, 2025 at 9:03 PM
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A fellow Dane just released his debut scenario and I can´t pass up the chance to promote his work.
1914 scenario with 4 pre-made Investigators. Show him some love by checking it out :)
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February 15, 2025 at 11:20 AM
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PDF´s of "The Art of Hygge" and its stand alone sequel "Lost in Cremation" is now free with the purchase of Print on Demand copies.

Grab either of them via these links:
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December 18, 2024 at 8:33 AM
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Halloween preparations 👻🎃
October 24, 2024 at 3:18 PM
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Each year since 2019 there has been a Halloween Collection of Miskatonic Repository titles, on -60% sale in the second half of October.
This year there'll be two!
They each contain 12 supplements, are priced at $19.99 each (regular price around $50), go live this Friday, and end November 10th.
October 23, 2024 at 7:08 PM
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Today's special 🎃
October 23, 2024 at 3:59 PM
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If you are curious about Call of Cthulhu this is THE best way to get everything you need and more for just $25
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October 22, 2024 at 7:19 PM
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Guess this is a perfect place to share the covers of my debut Call of Cthulhu scenario "The Art of Hygge" and its sequel "Lost in Cremation"

Both are available in PDF, TAOH is also available in print on Demand and LOC will soon be as well.

The beautiful covers were made by the talented Ken Robkin.
October 21, 2024 at 5:29 PM