Rise of Cthulhu - A Card Game of Influence and Horror

A project in Vista, CA by Chuck D Yager
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Rise of Cthulhu is a strategic card game of influence and horror for 2 players.
Backers: 1189
Average Pledge Per Backer: $33

Funded: $38,774 of $7,000
Dates: Jan 19th -> Feb 18th (30 days)
Project By: Chuck D Yager
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Latest News

Thank you!

February 18th - via: kickstarter.com
A picture's worth a thousand words, so I will let Cthulhu himself say it. Surveys will be out later on today. Thanks again to all your support. And if you are interested in the expansion, keep your eyes peeled for it later on this year. Blessings to... (Read More)

Update Puppet Pic and Final Shout out

February 17th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi all, Just wanted to post the finished pics of the puppets that two lucky backers got. I think the wings on Cthulhu and the symbol on Hastur add to their majesty in just the right ways. Congrats to Erich Zann and Andrew Jensen for scoring these... (Read More)

Link to the Rules + Expansion thoughts

February 17th - via: kickstarter.com
And we are still going strong. Yesterday was the single best day I've had (not all that surprising though if you look at historical game KS data...the last 48 hours almost always spikes up it seems.) Still, it's sure a nice thing to see. Sounds like... (Read More)

Stretch Goal #7 Unlocked + Art Add-Ons!

February 16th - via: kickstarter.com
That was quicker than I expected! The final Stretch Goal has been hit, so the Dimensional Shambler Monster card will be present in each copy of the final game for backers. I am humbly awed by your steadfast support. Just a reminder for those of you... (Read More)

The Final 69 Hours...

February 15th - via: kickstarter.com
It has been a wonderful ride throughout the last 27 days. I know I say it often, but I really can’t thank you all enough. I am thrilled with the support you have all shown and I’ve been able to offer some great stretch goals as a result. We still... (Read More)

Stretch Goal #6 Unlocked!

February 14th - via: kickstarter.com
What a great way to start my Valentine’s Day with another stretch goal unlocked; you guys and gals rock! My sincere thanks to all those fans that helped push us over the edge for this one (both in terms of pledges and spreading the word). As... (Read More)

Cthulhu and Hastur Limited Edition Puppets

February 13th - via: kickstarter.com
My lovely wife, Tania, owner and founder of TwistedHeart Puppetworks, has finally unveiled to me the nearly finished product for her Cthulhu and Hastur hand puppets (Cthulhu will get wings and Hastur will get his medallion with symbol on his chest).... (Read More)

New Review from Board Game Quest is live

February 11th - via: kickstarter.com
The awesome folks over at boardgamequest.com have posted their review of Rise of Cthulhu. Hit the link below or check out the Review section of the Story page to read more. Here’s a little excerpt:  “Final rating: 4 out of 5 stars. A great... (Read More)

Stretch Goal #5 Unlocked!

February 10th - via: kickstarter.com
We did it (well, you did it, but you know what I mean)! We hit $20k, so that means another stretch goal has been unlocked. The Hounds of Tindalos monster card will now be yours to command.  With a week left, I think there might just be a chance to... (Read More)

Birthday Ghasts and Other Cool Projects

February 8th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi there loyal supporters. Today is my birthday, and as I spend it with family and friends I wanted to take a moment and thank each of you again for your support. In fact, as a special reward on this day of my birth, I want to offer each backer of... (Read More)

Extra! Extra! Get your one-of-a-kind Cthulhu Puppets right here!

February 4th - via: kickstarter.com
As I mentioned in my last post, I’ve got a special treat for those of you with a penchant for puppets and Cthulhu. My wife, the lovely Tania Yager, founder of TwistedHeart Puppetworks, has agreed to make a limited run of unique, one of a kind... (Read More)

Unleash the Hounds of Tindalos

February 3rd - via: kickstarter.com
The community here knows its stuff - you guessed correctly. The next card to unlock if we hit $20k will be the Hounds of Tindalos. Normally in Rise of Cthulhu, you cannot play cards on a Location once an Old One has awakened there. When an Old One... (Read More)

Stretch Goal #4 Unlocked!

February 3rd - via: kickstarter.com
Awesome! With all of your collective support we have hit yet another stretch goal and unlocked Nyarlathotep, the Dark Pharaoh, for all copies of the game. With half the campaign still left to go, I’ve worked up some additional cool cards in store... (Read More)

New Stretch Goals and another Interview

January 31st - via: kickstarter.com
Hey there fellow Cthulhu fans. Hope you are all having an awesome weekend so far. Just wanted to let you know that since we are so close to the last stretch goal (a fact that I am most humbled and super excited about) I have added another couple... (Read More)

Interview with Same Room Gaming

January 28th - via: kickstarter.com
Good morning/afternoon/evening Kickstarter fans – wherever you are. Just wanted to drop you a quick note and let you know that the team over at Same Room Gaming recently released an interview with me about my journey to make Rise of Cthulhu and... (Read More)

Yep, you guessed it. The next Old One is Nyarlathotep, the Crawling Chaos

January 27th - via: kickstarter.com
If we can hit $15k, this lovely Old One can be all yours. I think we've got a good shot at it; I'll work up the actual card text and graphic art and post it soon too. Good guesses for those of you offered your suggestions. :) I simply love this... (Read More)

What’s that…new art?!

January 27th - via: kickstarter.com
As we near the next stretch goal, I thought I’d tease a bit with a sample of the next Old One. Can you guess who this is? Of course I’m not being very fair, as this is quite zoomed in, but let’s see who gets it first. I’ve recently done a few... (Read More)

International Shipping

January 25th - via: kickstarter.com
I get this question a lot, so I thought I would post it here for any to see. Shipping outside of the USA is $15 USD. It should be listed with each backing level if you are not within the US, but I guess it's not showing up as intended. Thanks again... (Read More)

Art makes for great gifts

January 24th - via: kickstarter.com
Just had one of the multiple art prints available from Rise of Cthulhu framed today and wanted to share. Don't forget, for $10 you can add on to your pledge and get any one of the 28 images mailed to you at photo-print quality resolution. Each image... (Read More)

Stretch Goal #3 Unlocked

January 24th - via: kickstarter.com
And another one hit! Thanks for Stephen M for pushing us over that last little hump. ☺ Now the Star Spawn and Elder Thing Monster cards will be present in each deck. Working on the finishing touches for the next Old One Stretch Goal now. The Old... (Read More)

Stretch Goal #2 Unlocked and Preview of new Cards

January 23rd - via: kickstarter.com
Another day, another stretch goal unlocked! Many, many thanks to all you supporters out there. Today’s stretch goal ensures that your Dark Hunter token will not be puny, but instead a MASSIVE terror for your opponent to beware of. In Rise of... (Read More)

Cthulhu Rises Again

January 23rd - via: cliqist.com
Rise of Cthulhu is a new board game from Chuck D Yager, and it's Crowdfunding on Kickstarter (Read More)

Stretch Goal #1 Unlocked!

January 22nd - via: kickstarter.com
We’ve hit the $8k mark, so its time to talk about the first stretch goal that all backers will receive. There are 4 Locations in Rise of Cthulhu: Arkham, Dunwich, Innsmouth and Kingsport. Since we have hit this funding goal, each Location will now... (Read More)

Funded in less than 3 days!

January 21st - via: kickstarter.com
Such a great treat to see this project funded so quickly! A huge thanks for all the backers who showed their support, and those that helped to pass along the message. We still have a healthy amount of time left, so hopefully we can reach some of the... (Read More)

A great first day!

January 20th - via: kickstarter.com
I am truly thankful and blessed to have such a strong first day and many followers for this game. We raised 55% of the funds in the first day alone! Currently, we are sitting at 62% as of writing this. Amazing and wonderful. Thanks to all of you who... (Read More)

Shipping update

January 19th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi all, Thanks a ton for the support you've given this project so far. I realized that the dates that were set forth in the awards were incorrect. As a few of you have guessed, there's little chance I can get the game manufactured and shipped in the... (Read More)

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