Call of Cthulhu: The Edge of Darkness #3

After making their way to the rural farming community of Ross’s Corner and screening Archie’s new film in the town church, our investigators hear troubling word of a missing girl, Maggie McFurter. With the mystery deepening they set off for the accursed place where these horrors were conceived. This is Mystery Quest, a roleplaying podcast where we play a variety of one-shot roleplaying games with a rolling cast of special guests.
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[@MediumChain]

Dr Coconuts, noooo!

[@emeraldrhox2738]

The absolute tug on my heartstrings

[@RadicalLynx]

I fell in love as soon as I heard his name.

[@Elevensies277]

Dr Coconuts better be showing up as a character in one of these

[@KericthePally]

Not my long time friend, companion and ofttimes lover! xD

[@TheSnob113]

The William Tell overture whenever the Major is doing something is amazing

[@MasterYonic]

Tom's beard slowly progressing towards that of a wizard of old, is quite pleasing.

[@PhyloDT]

It’s a beard befitting of Michael Paradise. Nigel would be jealous.

[@ex3c_]

the way the music cut out when mrs miggins couldn't pronounce 'nyalafloptep' chefs kiss

[@MrAzkhare]

'Arry fumbling Nyarlathotep at 36:35 has big "Ash fumbling the Necronomicon chant in Army of Darkness" energy hahahaha Love it

[@RealHealingonTheBeat]

I love the image of all these old people and a camera man setting up an elaborate ritual and home alone traps for hours downstairs, just for the demon to fly out of the attic window, avoiding all of them. Can't wait to see how it wraps up next episode, love you Mr. Tom Mystery Quest!

[@TheIron_Stomach]

I mean... the traps were more about keeping something out than keeping the demon in so they're still doing their job.

[@burri06]

Oh man, the use of music in this one is OUTSTANDING - kudos to the editor!

[@TheBugB]

🎉🎉

[@kataihallenchrish]

Fun fact: If Lewis had failed his attic dodgeroll he would have taken 1d8+1d6 of damage, and if that takes him to 0 endurance the monster drags him up and rips out his heart, before throwing his corpse back down the hatch. Oh, and did i hear The Majors last name is "Smithe"? Please tell me theres more father-son roleplay between Simon and Lewis coming 😂

[@BlockheadGrande]

The goddamn jungle survival and William Tell Overture broke me down laughing. Keep up the amazing work!

[@TheBugB]

🎉😂

[@bobjones8014]

Please have Lewis on here as much as possible, he is a absolute delight in these.

[@TiredCzech]

I also want more Lewis!

[@Shaniq307]

I'LL NEVER LEAVE YOU DR. COCONUTS!!!

[@TwilightLink293]

I love the sanity-sapping nightmare fuel movie they created!

[@IntroducingMrPookers]

Man, Archie's film is ABSOLUTELY gonna end up in the Miskatonic Library's Forbidden Section. "Mmm, yes, that one... A middling film director shot it just before he went mad."

[@oscaranderson5719]

if I’ve learned anything from this, it’s that I should dunk my perception skills if I ever decide to roll up a cameraman 😂

[@lalli8152]

Maybe he actually makes some cursed movie that the book is part of, and makes people mad. Then starts distributing it in theaters just for money eventually becoming some kinda crazy mouth of madness scenario.

[@spectra20000]

I love how they were trying to use i more and more, like leaving it on during the ritual. Truly pure chaos, I can't wait to see how they use it next.

[@oscaranderson5719]

You hear “ope, just gotta scoot past ya der bud” before something knocks you to the ground!

[@IntroducingMrPookers]

"Just out for a rip are ya, bud?"

[@Techstriker1]

I love Tom and Harry constantly trying to put the very cursed video into it lol.

[@NickHoad]

I think this specific cast of characters has *just* the right mix of competence and stupidity to make it my favourite CoC group so far. This channel really is all killer no filler

[@sub-jec-tiv]

They’re definitely playing up the fact that the characters are dumber than the players. 🫣 😂

[@Squif2809]

I was literally just rewatching the old Call of Cthulhu games with John Steel, Donny and Professor Grizwald! Love this rpg mechanics so much

[@CharlieCookeActor]

I'm running my own Call of Cthulhu game tonight! This is exactly what I need to get in the mood!

[@oakcatsu]

All the best luck for you sir :)

[@easteuropecollusion468]

Have a great game!

[@DEthan-]

I'm running my own *Cult!*

[@johnnygreenface4195]

Running Call of Cthulhu is tons of fun. Good luck!

[@CharlieCookeActor]

It went very well

[@bleedgoat]

Fanny are you OK? You're OK! You're OK Fanny! You've been hit by, you've been struck by, a smoothe table leg.

[@Myskoske]

Exactly what I heard 😂

[@BimpytheWimpyShrimpy]

A whole table-leg? Quite the geriatric size-queen, isn't she?

[@Blitzkrieger17]

i love the idea of this ancient spawn of the old gods being foiled by a paint can on a string...

[@deadlydestroya]

I really love how everyone has their persistant character. It really links these all together in a charming way.

[@IrishLowregs]

I say it almost every episode. Literally the best content on KZbin

[@threeplusfire5975]

"We're just pouring cocaine on the demon" oh god, hilarious

[@Rob-ob]

I love how serious and spooky it was, and how it abruptly got completely derailed by Lewis setting up looney tunes traps

[@CorgoPupper]

This is possibly my favorite scenario yet! Keep up the good work Tom and team!

[@johnnygreenface4195]

I ran it a couple Halloween for a few of my brothers and others. Was fun!

[@AshePenumbra]

I love Dr coconuts so deeply. I could never leave him.

[@alexzander6252]

Tom is a national treasure and we all must protect him. Tom; if you're reading this, if anyone gives you trouble I'll hit em with my sword. Let me know if you ever need a kidney or an ungodly amount of homemade baked goods 😊

[@bleedgoat]

*opens cooler with 5 pristine human kidneys* "What?" "I never said the kidney was MINE?"

[@alexzander6252]

@@bleedgoat oh you got them too? What type of cooler do you prefer? I like to stick to the classics

[@callumwright7459]

@@alexzander6252 "New Kidneys... I Don't like the Colour"

[@hrani]

I am leaving this comment to appease the internet spirits! I'm really enjoying the slightly slower pace, I think it gives the characters and players more room to breathe, and it builds suspense. Also while the cursed tape is super cursed of course, that was very clever and helpful, having it handy!

[@lliamdavis6950]

I love all this edging in the darkness, great series so far, it's real spooky and I have a feeling that it's only going to get worse in the next episode!

[@wittyreviewer]

"Back during the Boer War...." Me: *sweats nervously* "Whenever tribals were holed up in a hut..." Me: *SWEATS NERVOUSLY*

[@bleedgoat]

* nervous sweating intensifies *

[@basdune9534]

Me as a Duch person, sweats nervously

[@swansonalex]

While I could dream on nothing better than a series starring Dr Coconuts. I also remember what Harry and Ben did to their monkey in Rimworld. Dr Cocnuts is too pure for this world, just like Mr and Mrs Miggins.

[@kanpachi_kat]

So I just ran my first call of Cthulhu game with This very scenario! It was so much fun. I absolutely cannot wait for the next episode. It's going to be such chaos!

[@PrestonK_Productions]

Depending on how well they roll on the traps, they're either going to ace this final boss encounter or just scrape by.

[@IntroducingMrPookers]

My money's on Mrs. Miggins setting one off and getting pancaked by a surprise falling log

[@jacobgame2757]

If in doubt, elephant gun

[@ianalvord3903]

It's going to be like an episode of TTT. Lewis will get caught in his own trap.

[@JesusMcgeeBAMF]

Really love Lewis' take on "jungle traps"

[@mzjalic324]

As a Canadian, “We’ll find him at Tim Horton’s” was brilliantly funny!

[@MrSeagallo]

25:48 As a Canadian, you wouldn't catch me in dead in Tim Hortons

[@DEthan-]

Doctor Coconuts can come with can't he? Why not? *This is a comment, for the Angorythm.*

[@stevenfoster6062]

he's a wanted war criminal😢

[@JDBD13]

Tom: You lazily wake up... Me: Urgh, tell me about it. Tom: ... to the soothing sound of... Me: You lost me.

[@EveOnlineRanger002]

these intros are so good❤ and I am loving this session, would be awesome if we could get Simon cameo as his professor character

[@KiiDxLegacy]

The sound effects in this episode were top notch, not unlike every other one; but regardless. Something about the small little effects really hit on this one.

[@colterwilson3475]

Always look forward to Mystery Quest. Quest on Tom, Quest on.

[@Paintinmyeye]

This might have been one of the best intros so far

[@V1k1ngm4dn3ss]

Watched yesterday and rewatched today, hilarious and spooky as always!

[@samuelcox9656]

The major. I’m crying over the traps

[@Hambokuu]

Man, Mystery Quest: Call of Cthulhu is just the best!

[@Grendel400]

Brilliant cliffhanger - I love Call of Cthulhu, and cannot wait to see how this ends! Keep up the great gaming, and more Call of Cthulhu 🙂

[@FlowerGuy32]

So good! Loving this series! The entire production is amazing!

[@alexanderrasmussen4498]

The production value is fantastic!

[@synsnap7548]

Raves is such a joy to have in these games

[@EliJahTebbens]

After what Mr. Coconuts and I did in the former Yugoslavia, I don't know if I want to go back to civilization...

[@madmanwithaplan1826]

The editing on these are always so fucking good. I think basically whenever the old guy gets close to death the bindings weak enough that the demons like yes I am free. He flies as far out and kills the biggest thing he can and then 1920s Medicine by the old guy like a couple days more. And the ruins and bindings suck the demon back in and he's like fuck you 1920s doctors

[@CaperCafe_]

1:03:17 THE BEST MOMENT! I loved this so much!

[@dakotasir9849]

Loving this one! Tom is a DM for the ages, unforgiving as hell haha

[@gustavlandh8534]

Love call of Cthulhu and the recurring characters

[@murphyngton]

We need a Dr. Coconuts Adventure.

[@EekTheEloquent]

33:04 the Major's Lewis accent is uncanny

[@RogueZealot]

Everyone's voice acting in this one is top notch! Great work guys keep it coming I love you all!!

[@alastairwinder6657]

I love your COC series, they're always the best. I just finished going back through and watching all of the older Yogs Cthulu episodes and the Mystery Quest ones. I'm glad that it is a staple that will keep coming back

[@honestbrit8035]

Never stop doing Cthulu, it's truly fantastic

[@thordron1426]

commenting for the algorithm and to say this is still my favourite youtube content.

[@KargoolElvalie]

Fantastic episode again, highight of my week these episodes. Keep it coming!

[@BronsonBurningham]

incredible audio engineering once again!!

[@frog42]

I think the Call of Cthulu plays are definitely my favorite!

[@mclovemoffin5977]

love the audio. really has had a massive improvement. please keep it up for the future.

[@MrMattikism]

Commenting for engagement and to say how great these always are!

[@Dissplacer]

Love this channel! Famous Jungle Door Mat Traps are Scary!

[@runawayfromtoads674]

Just want to say thank you guys so much for your COC sessions! I loved COC but I never knew it could be so fun like how you guys play it. Once I feel brave to run a COC game, I really hope I can make my players enjoy it too.

[@alexanderrasmussen4498]

Loved the happy intro 🐵

[@jacobgame2757]

I love how this is all coming together

[@gannonbohenko941]

You all put on a great show!!!

[@KericthePally]

I cant imagine how hard Harry was biting his tongue trying not to comment on Fanny having a nasty gash...

[@Elizabuns]

He said the thing! 🎉

[@cyriell]

Ooh the cliffhangeeeer

[@Flutezor]

Will our brave investigators be able to bind the ancient Angory spirit? Find out soon!

[@Banditoon]

Love it! Can't wait for the conclusion!

[@Shenaldrac]

Oh _please._ I've seen George of the Jungle. I'm sure Dr. Coconuts would do fine in the big city.

[@sapherno11]

Lewis plays a Major SO well XD

[@Bellerophon3]

Recently played through this with my group (I'm a very new keeper). Been super interesting seeing others play through the same story. My players were far less lucky with the attic.

[@jackg5321]

1:03:19 the spoils of patience 😂

[@runawayfromtoads674]

I love the cursed film they made! I can't wait to know what kind of epilogue that will bring.

[@swearimnotarobot3746]

You couldn’t have predicted just how terrible this day would become. With the sun shining overhead and the cool sea breeze all around you, life was perfect. So perfect, that you decided to wander through nature, and walk your dog down the beach. Rex’s tail wagging excitedly as he sees you pick up the lead. But as you passed the woman Sun bathing on her towel, the man carrying his surf board towards the water, and the kids dogging a sand castle, you were too distracted to notice it. Rex, he just couldn’t hold it in. He crouched down and released it. A massive, putrid, stinky log. That damn dog! The beach enjoyers look at you with disgust, demanding you pick up the crap 💩. But that’s when you realise it, in your bliss, you forgot the doggie bag. Now, are you about to pick up the mushy brown goo with your bare hands in an attempt to avoid public shame??? Or are you on… A MYSTERY QUEST!

[@Derpingmuffin]

Again! Just as I finish making dinner :3 nice. It's tortilla pizzas and spooky mysteries today! :o

[@meilir5719]

Can’t wait for the next spooky episode!

[@RiverwolfGaming]

Amazing episode glad to see the majors skills come into effect. Hopefully... Is all coming togethers. Some very funny moments. Cant wait to see next episode. and whatever chaos may occur.

[@Ahstocks]

felt generous, leaving a comment to say I love you guys!

[@natalyst]

i would die for doctor coconuts

[@st.eldritch7121]

Friday mysteries to chill at work with!

[@cormacmccoy1]

Haven't seen a cliffhanger that good since 24! DAMN!!! When IS next week???

[@BecomingTuna]

Loved this episode! very excited to see the impending ritual!

[@matthew_thefallen]

I lvoe to watch these folks play, even if being goofy it's not my style with this kind of games haha Tom is too kind of a Keeper :P

[@gareth5943]

Very good. Loving it

[@GlobberMsaac]

call of cthulu: edging in the darkness

[@jacobgame2757]

Interesting mix of Murder She Wrote and Scooby Doo

[@door5026]

lol when ravs said boom stick, i thought lewis had a boom not a gun xD

[@levis117]

I NEED TO KNOW WHAT HAPPENS TO DR COCONUTS, I'M TOO INVESTED TOM YOU NEED TO GIVE US MORE!

[@Zumwar]

Great episode

[@4F0xSake]

Love this one!

[@Jokervision744]

When the characters are reoccurring the show turns into call of scooby doo.

[@Potato8884]

Love this series so much!!!

[@easteuropecollusion468]

I just realised that the married couple's name are "Willie" and "Fannie". (dadum-tsss)

[@nicholaswoollhead6830]

I kinda always thought the protagonists in Lovecrsft stories should try to just clean the place up a bit and see if that doesnt help. Like, clean the windows and sweep the floor a bit.