From the introduction: "Horror. Terror. Fear is at the core of our existence. Horror stories are a catharsis for the dread we hold in our souls on a day-to-day level. Call of Cthulhu is a game that lets you explore that fear, bringing monsters and terrors out into daylight, and fighting against them for the sake of soul and sanity. ... The booklet you now hold in your hands gives you all the information you will need to create a character for the Call of Cthulhu roleplaying game, as well as a brief overview on how to play the game." Includes the introductory adventure "The Haunting." Available with b&w or color cover.