Library use (Call of Cthulhu 7th Edition)

Skills

Definition

Library Use represents your ability to navigate research materials and find specific information. In a game centered on investigation and uncovering ancient secrets, this skill is essential for understanding what you're facing. From dusty university archives to newspaper morgues, Library Use helps you find the needle in the haystack—that one reference to the cult, the newspaper article about disappearances, or the family history that explains everything.

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How it works

**Base Value**: 20% **Common Rolls**: - Researching historical events - Finding references to the Mythos - Locating specific documents or records - Understanding complex filing systems **Time**: Research often takes hours or days. Higher skill = faster results. **Languages**: You need Language skill to read non-English sources.

Tips

**Research is Key**: Most investigations involve research. High Library Use saves time and finds better information. **Combine with Languages**: Multi-lingual investigators with high Library Use can access sources others can't. **Ask for Help**: Librarians and archivists can sometimes assist, lowering difficulty.

Frequently asked questions

How long does research take?

The Keeper determines time based on complexity. Simple searches might take hours, while comprehensive research could take days. Higher skill can reduce time.

Can I use Library Use for internet research?

In modern settings, yes. The skill covers any organized information system. The base value and technique transfer to digital research.

Library use (Call of Cthulhu 7th Edition)

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