“Corsairs of Cthulhu: Fighting the Mythos in the Golden Age of Piracy” offers a unique blend of historical adventure and Lovecraftian horror.
You will need the core 7th edition Call of Cthulhu to play, but the 48-page quickstart is free to download.
The supplements from New Comet Games transport players to the Caribbean during the 17th century, where they’ll face the perils of piracy and the lurking horrors of the Cthulhu Mythos.
It’s a new bundle deal from New Comet, which provides new rules for alchemy and voodoo, reflecting the era’s beliefs and practices. It also includes detailed information on historical occupations, equipment, and maps of key locations like Port Royal and Tortuga. Players can take on various roles, from privateers and pirates to independent adventurers exploring the Caribbean.
We’ve until Tuesday, the 19th of November, to grab this deal by the tentacles.
New Comet Collection – $7.95
The retail value of the bundle weighs in as $44 worth of loot.
- Corsairs of Cthulhu
- CoC: A Time for Sacrifice
- CoC: Devil’s Swamp
- CoC: The Star on the Shore
“Corsairs of Cthulhu” promises thrilling encounters with ancient curses, hidden nightmares, and the ever-present threat of the Mythos. With its blend of historical detail and cosmic horror, the supplement offers a fresh take on the Call of Cthulhu TTRPG experience.
What’s the difference between corsairs and pirates?
While the terms “corsair” and “pirate” are often used interchangeably, there’s a critical distinction:
- Pirates are individuals who engage in robbery or criminal violence at sea. They operate without any legal authority and are typically motivated by personal gain. Think of Blackbeard or Captain Jack Sparrow – they’re classic pirates.
- Corsairs: These were essentially state-sanctioned pirates. They were private individuals or ships granted permission (through “letters of marque”) by a government to attack and plunder enemy ships during wartime. They were legal privateers, operating with the backing of a nation. Famous examples include Sir Francis Drake (for England) and Hayreddin Barbarossa (for the Ottoman Empire).
Quick Links
- Bundle: Corsairs of Cthulhu.
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