Visions of Cthulhu

The Visions of Cthulhu is a 77-card deck created by New Comet Games, specifically designed as a narrative tool for horror role-playing games and storytelling. Each card is tarot-sized and features a unique illustration alongside a "vision description," intended to spark ideas, introduce plot twists, or provide atmospheric details within a game session. The deck draws heavily from the cosmic horror mythos of H.P. Lovecraft, focusing on the dread and mystery associated with Cthulhu and its associated entities.

Unlike traditional tarot or oracle decks, Visions of Cthulhu is not intended for divination but rather as a creative aid for game masters and storytellers. The cards can be drawn to generate random encounters, describe unsettling dreams experienced by player characters, or reveal cryptic clues that deepen the horror narrative. The campaign highlights its utility in popular RPGs like Call of Cthulhu, where thematic prompts are crucial for maintaining an immersive and terrifying atmosphere.

The physical product includes 77 full-color, tarot-sized cards housed in a tuck box. Higher reward tiers offered additional items such as an engraved wooden Cthulhu storage box or a hand-sculpted gypsum hydrostone Cthulhu storage chest, emphasizing the collectible aspect for fans of the genre. The deck aims to provide a tangible, visually rich resource for improvisational storytelling within the horror genre.

This deck is ideal for game masters and players of horror role-playing games, particularly those within the Cthulhu Mythos or similar cosmic horror settings. It appeals to storytellers looking for tangible, visual prompts to enhance their narratives, generate random events, or inspire descriptive details. Collectors of Cthulhu-themed merchandise and unique gaming accessories will also find value in its specialized content and thematic design.

Ben Burns, the founder of New Comet Games, is a lifelong gamer with extensive experience playing, writing, and testing various game types, including board games, RPGs, and card games. He has previously written RPG modules for systems like AD&D, D&D, and Call of Cthulhu, and has produced multiple board and card games. New Comet Games is described as a multiple award-winning company with a track record of delivering successful Kickstarter campaigns on time. Burns, who also works as a Senior Software Engineer, is passionate about designing original games for others to enjoy.