# Munchkin Cthulhu 2: Call of Cowthulhu ## General Info - **Year Published**: 2007 - **BGG Rating**: 6.6 - **BGG Rank**: — - **Players**: 3-6 (Best with: 4) - **Duration**: 90 min - **Weight**: 1.72 / 5 - **Designers**: Steve Jackson (I) - **Artists**: François Launet, John Kovalic - **Publishers**: Black Monk, Delta Vision Publishing, Edge Entertainment, Pegasus Spiele, Steve Jackson Games - **Categories**: Card Game, Expansion for Base-game, Fighting, Horror, Humor - **Mechanics**: Dice Rolling, Trading, Variable Player Powers ## Verdict If you love Munchkin and enjoy a good Cthulhu pun, you’ll go crazy for this expansion packed with cosmic cows.More bizarre monstersFun Madness cardsSharp humor guaranteedAll text in EnglishNeeds translationSome cards can be confusingRECOMMENDED ## Description Munchkin Cthulhu 2: Call of Cowthulhu is the second expansion in the Munchkin line that blends the series' sharp humor with H.P. Lovecraft's cosmic horror. The 56-card supplement adds a fresh wave of madness to the base game, introducing monsters such as Hog‑Sothoth, the Sheep Ones, Shoggoats and the titular Cowthulhu, plus new "whackers" like the Rolling Pin, Scythe and Super Duper Pooper Scooper to smash those absurd beasts. A key new element is the Madness card type, which works like Curses but always carries a hidden advantage, forcing players to weigh risk against reward. The game keeps the classic Munchkin mechanics: dice rolling for combat resolution, card trading among players, and variable player powers that give each participant unique abilities. As with any Munchkin set, the core rule remains – level up, defeat monsters, and backstab your friends – but the rural‑horror theme adds jokes about cosmic cows and bovine interventions, giving the setting an extra layer of comedy. All components are in English, so a near‑complete translation or solid language skills are required for smooth play. Designed for 3‑6 players, a typical session lasts about 90 minutes and carries a light weight (1.7/5), making it perfect for a quick, laugh‑filled game with plenty of obscure references. If you love Munchkin and don’t mind the translation hurdle, this expansion delivers more of the controlled chaos you expect, now with an agrarian twist that makes the experience even more memorable. ## How to Play Game Objective Refer to the manual for details on this section. Preparation (Setup) Refer to the manual for details on this section. Gameplay Flow Refer to the manual for details on this section. Actions and How to Play New Card Type – Madness This set contains five cards of a new type: Madness! A Madness card is played like a Curse – if you draw it face-up, you acquire it. If you draw it face-down, you may give it to another player at any time. Any card or power that affects a Curse will also affect a Madness. The reverse is NOT true... cards and powers that specifically affect Madness do not affect Curses. And note that, while we were insane and called one of the Cultist's powers “Madness,” that power is not affected by cards that can remove Madness cards from players. Madnesses are, in general, bad to have, but each one has an upside as well. A Ring of Wishing can be used to get rid of any Madness (again, just like a Curse). A Sudden Blow to the Head will get rid of ALL Madness cards your victim has, in addition to the effects printed on the card. If you die, you keep your Madnesses. Your new character will be just as mad as the old one. Crossovers Mounts – The “Green Reaper” card counts as a Mount, if you have a Munchkin supplement with Mount rules. If you are using Munchkin Impossible, it’s a Vehicle, of course. Otherwise, just follow the instructions on the card. Thief Class – When a Thief gets Madness: Kleptomania, it doesn’t change their powers, because the game mechanic of Kleptomania (NOT coincidentally) is the same as the Thief mechanic. It just means the Thief must try to steal at least one item whenever it’s their turn. They can still try to steal at other times if they want. Cowboy Class – What? Cowboys? There’s no such thing as a Cowboy class. Well, not here. But if you add The Good, the Bad, and the Munchkin, you can put the Squidskin Boots into that game if you want... Ia Cthulhu, partner! End of Game and Scoring Refer to the manual for details on this section. Tips for Winning Refer to the manual for details on this section. ## FAQ ### How many players can join? 3 to 6 players, same as the base game. ### What’s the typical playing time? Around 90 minutes, depending on the group’s familiarity. ### How complex is it? Light weight (1.7/5); easy to pick up, though the new cards add some nuance. ### What components are included? 56 new cards, featuring monsters, whackers, Madness cards, and a few reference tokens. ### Do I need anything besides the base game? Yes, this is an expansion; you need the original Munchkin Cthulhu to play. ### Is English required? All text is in English, so a good grasp of the language or a translation is recommended. ### Who will enjoy this the most? Fans of Munchkin, irreverent humor, and Lovecraftian references. ## Price Comparison ### Best International Offers - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 2.24 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=6209544&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 6.95 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=151143&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 8.51 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=1662624&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 9.94 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=1662627&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 11.16 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=5049955&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 13.20 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=6915681&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 14.59 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=6951935&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 15.65 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=5329020&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - See all on BoardGamePrices: https://boardgameprices.com/item/show/910/munchkin-cthulhu-2-call-of-cowthulhu?utm_source=boardgamesbot.com