| Shadows over Scotland | |
|---|---|
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| Designers | Stuart Boon |
| Publishers | Cubicle 7 Entertainment |
| Publication | 2011 |
| Genres | Horror |
| Systems | Basic Role-Playing |
| ISBN | 978-0-85744-046-4 |
Shadows over Scotland is a 2011 role-playing game supplement published by Cubicle 7 Entertainment for Call of Cthulhu .
Shadows over Scotland is a supplement which provides information on role-playing in Scotland, including six adventures and additional handouts. [1]
In a review of Shadows over Scotland in Black Gate , John ONeill said "Shadows Over Scotland is a marvelous product — well written, nicely researched, and attractively designed, with splendid spot art throughout." [2]
Shadows over Scotland won the 2011 Origins Award for Best Roleplaying Supplement or Adventure. [3]
Shadows over Scotland won the 2012 Gold ENnie Award for Best Setting. [4]
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