Thursday, January 1, 2026

(Call of Cthulhu) Margaret Sallow, Archeologist #CharacterCreationChallenge

Day one of the #CharacterCreationChallenge, and I'm going for low-hanging fruit.  This one was floating around Pinterest for awhile, along with it's other AI elvish tomb raiding sisters....  

I think she has all her fingers and toes, so a basic Call of Cthulhu character (6th Edition) it is! 

Margaret Sallow

Age 28, Nationality: British  Birthplace: Cambridge, England

Strength: 10

Constitution: 13

Dexterity: 12

Appearance: 14

Intelligence: 16

Power:  12

Size:  9

Education: 17

Idea: 80%
Luck: 60%
Knowledge: 85

Sanity: 60

Magic Points: 12

Hit Points 11

 Skills:

Archaeology: 75%
Anthropology: 60%
Dodge: 40%
First Aid: 30%
History: 70%
Library Use: 60% 
Other Language (Egyptian Hieroglyphs) 20%
Other Language (Latin): 40%
Other Language (Greek): 20%
Occult 40%
Photography: 40%
Persuade: 50% 
Spot Hidden: 65%

Background

Margaret Sallow grew up in Cambridge, the daughter of a classics professor. Immersed in academic life from an early age, she developed a fascination with ancient civilizations and the mysteries they left behind. After earning her degree in archaeology at a prestigious university, she embarked on expeditions across Europe and the Middle East, specializing in uncovering artifacts and inscriptions.

Margaret’s travels introduced her to the shadowy fringes of history and most recently to the museums in New York City.  Recent discoveries of anachronistic hieroglyphs in Egypt have led her over the pond to similar collections in the United States.  

Equipment

  • Archaeologist's toolkit (trowel, brushes, etc.)
  • Lantern and oil
  • Notebook and pencils
  • Leather satchel for carrying artifacts
  • Compass
  • Small revolver (for emergencies)
  • A copy of The Histories by Herodotus for casual light reading.

Happy New Year 2026!