Cheat sheet
Character creation (Call of Cthulhu 7th Edition)
A checklist you can run during creation.
Quick blocks
Creation order (from system.json)
- Choose Occupation
- Roll 3d6×5 for STR, CON, POW, DEX, APP (range 15-90). Roll (2d6+6)×5 for SIZ, INT, EDU (range 40-90).
- Calculate Derived Stats: HP, MP, Sanity, Build, Magic Points
- Distribute Skill Points based on Occupation
- Choose Personal Details and Background
- Select Equipment and Spells
Creation limits
characteristicMax
99
skillMax
100
startingSanity
null
startingSanityNote
Starting Sanity equals POW. Maximum Sanity is 99 minus Cthulhu Mythos skill.