Anthropology (Call of Cthulhu 7th Edition)
Definition
Anthropology represents your knowledge of human cultures, both past and present. It covers customs, social structures, religions, myths, and the ways different peoples make sense of the world. In Call of Cthulhu, where investigators frequently encounter isolated communities, degenerate cults, and ancient civilizations, Anthropology provides critical cultural context. This skill helps you understand why a remote village practices strange rituals, recognize the cultural origins of unusual artifacts, and navigate unfamiliar social structures without causing offense. In the 1920s, anthropology is a rapidly growing field, and investigators with this knowledge can connect disparate cultural threads to the deeper Mythos truths beneath them.
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How does Anthropology help in Mythos investigations?
Many Mythos cults borrow from or corrupt existing cultural practices. Anthropology helps you recognize what's a legitimate tradition and what's been twisted by Mythos influence, and understand the cultural context of strange communities you encounter.
What's the difference between Anthropology and Archaeology?
Anthropology studies living and recent cultures and their practices. Archaeology studies material remains of past civilizations. They overlap but have different focuses—people vs. artifacts and ruins.