The Grimoire of

Abu SimbalEric A. Kugler

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If you are reading this then I have failed. Friend, I beg of you, read no further than this. This tome is a work of pure evil. As far as I can tell, it was first written in hieroglyphics sometime in the 13th century BC. That copy was lost in the sands of the Pharaoh until it was unearthed by Professor Grady of the London Museum in 1888. It was discovered in an undisturbed tomb, hidden in the sands near the great statues of Abu Simbal. The Professor’s dig was haunted by accidents, death and even a murder. Once Grady returned to England, he kept the accursed papyrus rather than turn it over to the Museum. He translated it into English, and you are holding that copy in your hands now. The original papyrus was destroyed in a massive fire at his estate, but somehow this translation survived.

It is my belief that the ancient evil energy somehow transferred from the original scroll into this new book as an effort to become accessible to new readers. The things it describes are terrible, and yes, I believe that the book is intelligent, alive, or has some guiding force. The book entered into several private collections; each time the owner passed away in a horrible fashion. When I discovered it amongst my late uncle’s belongings, it drew me in. It seemed as though ultimate power could be within my grasp, if only I followed the book’s precepts.

The book required sacrifices, dark and potent sacrifices, and I almost gave up everything that was important to me. In the end, I was able to turn away from the book, I hope. I have written this [on the inside cover--ed.] as I am preparing to throw myself out into the ultimate inferno. God be with me, and you too, now that you have the book. Destroy it if you can, ignore it if you can’t, and whatever you do ,

DON’T READ IT.

Lt. John T. Pryce —1945

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Introduction

Despite the chilling foreword, I can guarantee you that this book is as safe as houses. It was discovered in Japan only a few years ago, and after thorough reading, I felt that this ancient text should be shared with the rest of the world. Unfortunately, the text ends, I think, prematurely. Considering the distance in both time and space that this book has trav-elled, for it to come to publication, it is nothing short of miraculous. Lieutenant Pryce’s research matches my own, and it seems that Profes-sor Grady was able to translate this wonderful poetry in an excellent fashion, and added his own commentary as well, in order to enhance the pleasure and understanding of the reader.

Without access to the original papyrus scrolls, it is impossible to deter-mine their actual dates, although judging by the language used in the poetry it is most likely from the Dynasty of Ramses II.

It is my belief that this treasure belongs to all of mankind. And it is my eternal duty to spread this text as far as possible.

As for the name of the text, the name of the king has not been discov-ered, as all of the cartouches bearing it were destroyed. Sadly, the Aswan Dam project has since destroyed the original tomb and many others that laid undiscovered. We may never find the true name of the Pharoah who penned this artistic treatise, or its intended title.

Abu Simbel is the name of the nearby temple complex built in roughly the same age as the text was written. Since the text had no title, the title that Grady used is quite literally The Book from Abu Simbel. It is hard to believe the length to which some people would go to perpetuate the belief in the mysticism and mythology of our ancestors.

Dr. Calvin Freund—CWRU 2010

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Table of ContentsNew Character Options New Dark Powers New Occult Skills New Backgrounds New Statuses Advanced Magic Stuff Magic Stuff Magic Stuff Creation Curses Unstable Curse Chart Magic Stuff and Hope Attunement Example Magic Stuff Amulet of Regluk The Blue Star of India Cup of Trandar Daggar of Inish’Mal EXI Grimoire of Abu Simbal Medallion of Miroc Potion of Transformation Ring of Invisibility Staff of Destiny Bestiary Guard Dogs The Police Simulacra Animated Figures Devourer of Souls A Mummy Pharaohs’ Mummy Abdul ibn Sheut Narratorless Play Playing Without a GM

The Grimoire of Abu Simbal Introduction Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 Chapter Map Chapter Cards Dr. Phillip Flowers Mrs. Karen Flowers Caitlin Snow, PhD Marcus Haugh Sonny Invigliote Elle Flowers Narratorless Villain Record Magic Item Record Sheet Conflict Charts Bad Things Charts

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In the deserts of Ancient Egypt dark pacts were made between men and demons and gods to power ancient grudges and to build monuments of wondrous power and enduring life. These Dark Powers can be included in any Story where the Narrator feels that an Egyptian flair will fit with the themes and genre of the Story that he is telling.

Animate Figure—InstantMTL: 5Points: 6Type: Instant Cost: 2 Hope Requirements: NoneDescription: The Character causes a life-size humanoid figure, most likely a statue or painting, to come to life for the remainder of the Scene. The Figure is a Mon-ster (MTL3), and the type of object that was used determines the Stats of the Monster. Check the Bestiary for guidelines when determining the Stats of your Figure.

Animate Figure—Ritual MTL: 3Points: 6Type: Ritual Cost: 1 Hope Requirements: NoneDescription: The Character causes a life-size humanoid figure, most likely a statue or painting, to come to life for the remainder of the Chapter. The Figure is a Monster (MTL 2), and the type of object that was used determines the Stats of the Monster. Check the Bestiary for guidelines when determining the Stats of your Figure.

Cloud of Flies—Instant MTL: 6Points: 6Type: Instant Cost: 1 Hope Requirements: NoneDescription: The Character creates an overwhelming cloud of flies. It fills the entire area in which the Scene is taking place. The targets all make Checks against the Terror Level + Soul + 13. If they win, nothing happens;; if they lose, they immediately take the Blind Status at the highest level available to them.

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Body

Mind

Soul

Charm

Occult Skills

Skills

Backgrounds

Bonds

Dark Powers

Description

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Dark Powers:

Obsession:

Backgrounds:

Bonds:

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Wounds Hope Pool

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