We’re back and we’re testing our faith. Sure, we understand that the Mythos is utterly indifferent to crucifixes and holy water, but maybe we can still find some comfort in religion. But we’re also worried that the wrong kind of belief could end up doing more harm than good, especially if it all turns a bit fanatical. Maybe religious horror is more complicated than just muttering a few Hail Marys and hoping for the best. We haven’t got a prayer, have we?

Main Topic: Religious Horror

From vampire hunters wielding crucifixes to Taoist priests battling jiangshi with talismans, horror media is filled with religious protagonists who use their faith to fight evil. But the expression of religion in horror media often goes beyond mere window dressing and becomes a serious vehicle for examining or criticising religious belief.

But how does all this connect to Call of Cthulhu? What books or films can we draw upon for inspiration? And how can we incorporate religious horror into our games?

We have discussed related topics in The Mythos as Religion and Cults.

Our Guest Host

We are delighted to welcome Zach Reeves back to The Good Friends of Jackson Elias! Zach is the game master, producer, and editor of Pretending to be People, a horror/comedy actual play podcast. Zach enjoys karaoke with his wife, dancing with friends, and creating elaborate scavenger hunts. He is afraid of losing his mind and Styrofoam.