From the back cover: "CTHULHU LIVE is set in the universe of eldritch horror created by Howard Phillips Lovecraft. CTHULHU LIVE is a theater-gaming experience of horror, action, and suspense. The participants are both actors and audience. The game is a full evening's worth of fun every time it is played. The SECOND EDITION of CTHULHU LIVE includes the Keeper's Guide and the Player's Guide. Features include: - Simple rules - How to build a re-usable wardrobe - How to find or build inexpensive props - How to make monsters, including easy instructions and sample diagrams - Two ready-to-play adventures"