The Mythos Book Club

Key Themes

Recovery: The group awakens in the hospital after the JuJu House incident, now under police suspicion.

Mystical Items: Exploration of artefacts looted from JuJu House, each with unsettling properties.

New Allies and Threats: Tensions rise as truths about relationships and connections come to light.

Key Events

Hospital and Arrest

The group awakens in hospital beds, recovering from the JuJu House conflict. Detective O'Donnellson informs them they are under arrest for arson and potential involvement in the cult murders. Stanley visits with chocolates and flowers for Jupiter. Abigail's Springhorn lawyers step in to represent the group, retrieving the wallets and books from JuJu House to aid their case.

Artifacts Recovered:

• Gold Rings: Inscribed with romantic messages:
  • "To my beautiful wife, Glennis"
  • "Our love springs eternal"
• Carved Mask: Depicts four faces:
  • A man with a barnacle-covered beard (Nodens, Father of the Sea)
  • A mouth with endless teeth (Azathoth, Demon Sultan)
  • A goat (Shub-Niggurath, Black Goat of the Woods)
  • Spheres (Yog-Sothoth, the Key and Lock)

Confrontations and Secrets

Mickey Confronts Ellen/Emily Yates: Reveals her new identity and knowledge of Brian O'Brian, Mickey's brother. Ellen denies involvement, remaining elusive about her past.

Jupiter's Coin and Family Drama: Jupiter contacts his Mumma through arcane means. She warns him about meddling with the Celtic coin, recalling her falling out with Uncle over similar matters. Mars, one of Jupiter's siblings, is en route to pick up the group for a trip to New England.

Research and Discoveries

Artifacts:

• Copper Bowl: Resembles Imelda's artifact, with symbols depicting a man, lizard, and mountain.
• Champion's Tincture (Spell): Grants incredible strength and durability, but instructions must be followed precisely to avoid catastrophic consequences.

Books Studied:

• Africa's Dark Sects (Nigel Blackwell): Describes the creation of Ciimba (zombies) via ritual: bowels spread and a symbol carved into the head.
• Selections de Livre d'Ivon: Translation of the Book of Ebon, detailing a wizard from Mu'thalan and a war between Pazuzu and Nodens. Contains 13 spells, including "Converse with Z'thoqua." Mythos Rating: 38.
• Panape Scriptures: Chronicles a South Sea cult worshipping Cthulhu and other entities. Rituals include:
  • Covenant of the Deep: Summons aquatic creatures with offerings.
  • Treat with Dagon: Interaction with a fish-like deity.
• The Necotic Manuscript: A history of Hyperborea, Atlantis, and Jupiter, with a focus on contacting The Observer through intricate circles. Notes suggest a connection to the Great Race of Yith.
• Amongst the Stones (Justin Joffrey): Disturbing poetry describing ancient beings, monolithic worship, and a dark queen. Themes of vengeance, devotion, and sacrifices to an immortal entity.

Potential Spells and Mystical Effects:

• Yellow Sign: From The King in Yellow.
• Audience with the Pallid Dancers: Allows contact with figures from Carcosa, including Cecilda and Camilla.

Other Developments

Dr. Ilateos Seeks Imelda: AV mentions a doctor searching for her regarding critical information.

Mars' Arrival: The group prepares for a mysterious trip to New England to visit Jupiter's family home.