Lightless Beacons

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Support us on Ko-Fi and get access to a treasure trove of bonus content: https://ko-fi.com/lightlessbeacons Do not look to the sun, for its rays are blinding with scorching heat. Across turbulent waters in the depths of the night, look instead for the living darkness atop our high tower of refuge, and immerse yourself in the realms of the unknown and unknowable. Sailing on black seas of infinity, you don’t need to voyage far for Call of Cthulhu Actual Plays. Lightless Beacons is a Call of Cthulhu 7th Edition podcast featuring both classic and brand new scenarios, along with explorations of Lov...

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1 - Autopsy of a Scenario - The Haunting 26.12.2024 59:25

A favourite among players and Keepers alike for the 40 years of the game’s existence, the Haunting is often held up as a classic first step into Call of Cthulhu’s unique investigative horror play-style. Join the team and a very special guest as we make a detailed forensic examination of the plot, mechanics and lore behind this classic scenario.  Like this classic introductory scenario and fan...

4 - The Dare - There's A Hero In Us All 12.12.2024 57:05

Roger reveals his true motives to the terrified youngsters. In one last way of coping with the horrors of the house, the group descends to the basement harnessing the power of their D&D heroes. But what they find in the darkness is no dragon…   Like this scenario and fancy playing it yourself? Here’s a link to buy The Dare published by Sentinel Hill Press. https://www.drivethrurpg.co...

3 - The Dare - The House is Cursed 28.11.2024 53:03

The group advances upstairs to find Roger, all the while feeling more oppressed by the nature of the house. A terrifying sight pushes some of them over the edge of their sanity, and escaping the house proves futile. Like this scenario and fancy playing it yourself? Here’s a link to buy The Dare published by Sentinel Hill Press. https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/220315/the-dare Cast: Jayson a...

2 - The Dare - Curiosity Killed the Cat 14.11.2024 41:35

Exploring the house further, the group starts to uncover remnants of the previous owner. JD is spooked by a strange phone call, and Sherwood inadvertently causes havoc in the living room. Like this scenario and fancy playing it yourself? Here’s a link to buy The Dare published by Sentinel Hill Press. https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/220315/the-dare Cast: Jayson as your Keeper of Arcane Lore...

1 - The Dare - Dares & D20s 31.10.2024 48:13

It’s Halloween night, 1986, in a peachy American suburb. A young group of gamers had an amazing evening planned, until their stuff was stolen by local bully Roger. They have a chance to get it back, but only if they spend the night in the Old Barnaker House. Like this scenario and fancy playing it yourself? Here’s a link to buy The Dare published by Sentinel Hill Press. https://www.drivethrurpg.co...

Lightless Beacons Teaser Trailer 24.10.2024 2:15

This Halloween, a brand new Call of Cthulhu Actual Play podcast sets sail. Join us to hear both classic and brand new scenarios, explorations of Lovecraftian tales, and panel discussions with scenario deep-dives. Lightless Beacons is immersive and evocative with music, sound effects and a stunning cast.  Lightless Beacons will be coming ashore on all your favourite podcasting platforms on 31s...