Call of Cthulhu 7th Edition Investigator Handbook

Prepare yourself to face the unknown with the Call of Cthulhu: 7th Edition Investigator Handbook from Chaosium Inc.! Written by Mike Mason, Paul Fricker, Sandy Petersen, and Lynn Willis, this essential full-color hardcover sourcebook is the ultimate guide for players stepping into H.P. Lovecraft’s world of cosmic horror and investigative mystery.

Packed with over 100 character occupations, expanded skill uses, a comprehensive 1920s setting reference, equipment guides, and advice for survival, the Investigator Handbook gives every player the tools needed to build compelling characters and survive the darkness.

The Essential Companion for Every Investigator

In Call of Cthulhu, players do not embody invincible heroes or mighty wizards—they play as ordinary men and women thrust into extra-dimensional horror. Whether you are a hardened private detective, a curious academic, a fearless pilot, or a rogue journalist, the Investigator Handbook provides the depth and flavor needed to bring your character to life.

Designed specifically for players (while serving as an invaluable reference for Keepers), this full-color hardback expands character creation options far beyond the basic rules, giving players total control over their investigator’s backstory, connections, and skill sets.

Key Features & Character Creation Mechanics

• Expanded Character Creation & 100+ Occupations: Select from over a hundred distinct 1920s professions—ranging from alienists, antiquarians, and archaeologists to bootleggers, federal agents, and parapsychologists.
• Comprehensive 1920s World Guide: Deepens immersion with detailed historical guides covering life in the 1920s, travel times, communication methods, prices, gear, weapons, and historical context.
• Investigator Organizations: Introduces rules and concepts for forming investigative societies, clubs, and agencies, providing built-in party cohesion and campaign hooks.
• Tactical Advice & Survival Strategies: Features dedicated chapters offering practical guidance on how to conduct research, gather clues, survive combat encounters, and manage your investigator’s fragile sanity.