: For physical or stressful actions (like combat or sneaking), you roll a d6 . Outcomes are divided into three levels: Advance : Success with a bonus. Hold : A standard success. Setback : A failure that complicates the story.
: Every protagonist has "Sources"—NPCs they can visit for expertise they don't personally have (e.g., a morgue attendant for medical info). This keeps the investigation moving without requiring a full party. CTHLUHU_CONFIDENCIAL.zip
: These are physical cards you receive based on your rolls. Edges provide benefits, while Problems (like injuries or mental shocks) hinder you. Your survival often depends on whether your Edges outnumber your Problems. Key Tips for the Game Master : For physical or stressful actions (like combat
: These are your bread and butter. You automatically succeed and find core clues if you are in the right place and use the right ability; no dice roll is required. Setback : A failure that complicates the story
: If the player goes off-track, don't force them back. Move the necessary clues to where they decided to look instead. Cthulhu Confidential: From a Player's Perspective
: The game feels like a hard-boiled detective novel first. Use the Mythos sparingly to make the horror more impactful when it finally appears.
