POW (Call of Cthulhu 7th Edition)

Quick answer

A core characteristic used to determine derived stats and chances.

Definition

Power: willpower and mental strength (often tied to supernatural resilience).

How to use it
  • This is the POW value on your sheet — you reference it when resolving actions or choices tied to it.
Example: I roll for POW and write the result in the POW box.
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