[RPG]: Sacraments of Evil: Six Adventures of Victorian Horror, reviewed by StephenO (4/4)

http://www.rpg.net/reviews/archive/10/10834.phtml

Stephen O'Brien's Summary:

An essential adventure-supplement for the Gaslight Keeper, which may also be useful for those seeking 1920s British adventures.

Go to the full review for more information.

Post originally by Stephen O'Brien at 2004-11-19 07:04:03
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Hi there,

As this is my first review, I'd like to know what people thought of it.

Thanks

Stephen

Post originally by Balbinus at 2004-11-19 07:27:46
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Thorough, clear, gave me a good idea of the content of the book and set out what you liked or didn't like and why.

A model review IMO. I own the book in question, and after reading your review dug it out again. Spot on.

Post originally by Jack Fortune at 2004-11-19 12:36:45
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I liked this review quite a bit. You gave a very good synopsis for each adventure, along with your opinions. It is always nice to see non-Mythos related mysteries available, to avoid the feel of the "Mythos-monster of the week." You also focused solely on the product in question without meandering into other systems. Very enjoyable to read.

It's a shame that the Gaslight line didn't really catch on. It seems that the time period is tailor-made for a horror game.

Post originally by Jake at 2004-11-19 13:43:51
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Hi Stephen,

Since you asked for it...



Great review. Reasonable length, good detail. You make it very clear where you're coming from, and you think of non-Cthulhu-players, making the review appeal to a greater audience.

Please write more reviews!

--Jake

Post originally by Ezekiel Black at 2004-11-19 15:56:03
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Good review, I like the fact that you reviewed a product not because it was the "book of the week" but because you found something useful in it.

I read almost every RPG review that comes through RPG.net since I found it, and usually when I post, it's because somebody screwed up. Most of my posts are on bad reviews, replies to bad posts on good reviews, and other things of that nature. If somebody posted what I already had to say, I usually don't post.

When I don't say anything, take it as a "Good Job" from me. It's not logical to argue with somebody who did everything I would do.

On that note, I must say my post is meaningless here because I have nothing constructive to contribute.

Post originally by screenmonkey at 2004-11-20 01:22:24
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There are some typos, but that is a minor point in a very strong review. The only way it could have been better is if it were a playtest review.

Well done!

Happy Gaming, =)
screenmonkey

Post originally by Demonic Gerbil at 2004-11-20 16:14:11
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I liked it, for what it's worth. It makes me want to play in some 1890's goodness.

Post originally by K Peterson at 2004-11-21 19:22:48
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I thought it was a very nice review. Very informative and well-written. It's enticed me to take a peek at Call of Cthulhu's Gaslight era.

Post originally by Jethrow at 2004-11-22 01:58:35
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I agree with just about everything said by the previous five posters. Good review Mr O'Brien. I play in a Cthulu By Gaslight campaign, using the Gunmaster (Harnmaster) rules by Bill Gant, and our referee is using this module. We love it! Look forward to your next review.