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Occupations

Occultist (Call of Cthulhu 7th Edition)

The Occultist is a student of the occult and supernatural phenomena, making them perfect for Mythos investigations. Occultists have extensive knowledge of the supernatural, making them valuable assets when dealing with Mythos entities and spells. Occultists excel at understanding supernatural phenomena, researching occult lore, and learning spells. Their skills in Anthropology, History, Library Use, Occult, Language, and Persuade make them excellent researchers and spellcasters. However, their knowledge often brings them into contact with dangerous forces.

How it works (mechanics)

**Occupation Skills**: Anthropology, History, Library Use, Occult, Language, Persuade **Credit Rating**: 9-30% **Skill Points**: EDU × 4 (distributed among occupation skills) **Typical Equipment**: Occult books, ritual materials, contacts in occult circles, strange artifacts

Practical tips

**Best For**: Spell-focused characters, characters who want occult knowledge, characters who need to understand the Mythos. **Playstyle**: Occultists are researchers and spellcasters who excel at understanding supernatural phenomena. They're perfect for players who want to learn spells and understand the Mythos. **Character Concepts**: Occult scholar, ritualist, cult researcher, paranormal investigator, spellcaster.

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