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Roll Your Own Mythos, with Andy Goodman

The Good Friends of Jackson Elias

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Exploring Lovecraftian and Cosmic Horror

This chapter examines the differences between Lovecraftian horror and cosmic horror, focusing on how modern writers reinterpret these themes while exploring existential dread. It discusses challenges in creating engaging narratives for role-playing games that capture the essence of cosmic horror without losing depth. The conversation emphasizes the human need for meaning in an indifferent universe, and how mythological narratives evolve as a response to this search.

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