Quick answer
The Cthulhu: Death May Die Dark Providence Promo Investigator Bundle adds five exclusive investigators to your game. Use this guide to integrate them correctly and get the most out of their unique abilities.
Why use promo investigators?
Promo investigators offer new strategic options without changing core rules. The Dark Providence set includes characters originally offered as a pre-order bonus, so they are not available in standard retail expansions. Each investigator has a unique special ability and stat line that can shift how you approach scenarios.
What you need before starting
This bundle is a supplement, not a standalone game. You must own the Cthulhu: Death May Die core game (or any compatible core set) to use these investigators. The bundle includes only the five investigator miniatures and their corresponding cards. No additional dice, tokens, or scenario books are included.
How to set up and play with the Dark Providence investigators
- Unbox and inspect components: Open the bundle and check that all five investigator miniatures and their corresponding character cards are present. Compare against the component list in the insert or online if needed. Common mistake: assuming the bundle includes scenario materials or tokens—it does not, so do not look for extra dice or enemy cards.
- Choose your investigator before the game starts: During the investigator selection phase of setup, any player may choose one of the Dark Providence characters instead of a core game investigator. Each has a unique special ability printed on the card. Common mistake: trying to use multiple promo investigators in the same game without checking if the scenario allows it—most scenarios support any combination of investigators, but always confirm the player count (1–5). If playing with 5 players, you can use all five promo investigators at once.
- Integrate the character card and miniature: Place the chosen investigator's miniature on the starting space indicated by the scenario. Set the character card near your play area with the health and sanity tokens on their starting values. Common mistake: forgetting that promo investigators use the same health and sanity track as core investigators—no special rules apply.
- Play using standard rules: The promo investigators follow all normal Cthulhu: Death May Die rules for movement, combat, skill checks, and madness. Their special abilities trigger as described on the card and do not replace any core mechanics. Common mistake: assuming a promo ability overrides a core rule—read the card carefully; most abilities add a bonus rather than change a fundamental rule. If an ability seems unclear, check the FAQ on the CMON website or Board Game Geek for official clarifications.
- Store the bundle with your core game: After play, return the miniatures and cards to the bundle's packaging or integrate them into your core game box. Keeping them separate helps avoid losing the exclusive components. Common mistake: storing the cards loose in the core box without sleeves—the promo cards are not replaceable, so consider sleeving them. Sleeve the character cards to protect them from wear during shuffling and handling.
Product facts
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Cthulhu Death May Die: Dark Providence Promo Investigator Bundle (Kickstarter Special): Board Game Geek Avg Player Rating: 8.00. Players: 1 to 5. Published: 2024. Includes five new exclusive investigators for use with Cthulhu Death May Die. These are officially balanced characters from CMON, so they integrate seamlessly with your existing game and maintain the same difficulty curve.
Cthulhu Death May Die: Dark Providence Promo Investigator Bundle (Kickstarter Special)
