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lone individuals sometimes find out about and choose to
serve the Sleeper.
These few isolated cultists must function within an overall
society in which worship of the Sleeper has been banned. But
they still remember the purpose of their god—and, even in
secret, kidnap people to provide victims for Tsathoggua.

The Sleeper Forgotten
Ultimately, the memory of the Sleeper Cult’s crimes fades
into history and society as a whole forgets the danger the cult
poses or even its name. The cycle begins anew with small
bands of cultists, just as at first.

Sleeper Cult Gifts

‘‘ Ancient Sorcery: Tsathoggua’s connections enable
cultists to learn obscure or rare spells directly from
him without the need of texts or magical research.
‘‘ Cursed Slumber: A cultist can call upon the
power of Tsathoggua to enter sleep without
interruption for weeks, days, or months. During
this time, the cultist needs no sustenance. This can
be useful to hide for prolonged periods, which is
particularly helpful during a time of suppression.
‘‘ Energy Nexus: Tsathoggua’s powers of precognition will
warn a cultist before something terrible happens, either
personally or to the cult, often through an item such as
a ring of Eibon (page 167) or a spell such as divination,
foresight, or temporal energy nexus (page 123).
‘‘ Items and Lore: Church-based cultists always
maintain a temple, which contains either a magic

portal leading to Tsathoggua, or else a special statue
through which the god can manifest. In return for
their service, Tsathoggua, when he manifests, grants
them knowledge of minor magic spells or limited-use
magic items, including temporary versions of permanent
items that last only until it is time to feed again.
‘‘ Treasures: Cultists usually have access to clithni,
gates, formless spawn, and rings of Eibon.

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