Sevenless wrote:Lovecraft also wrote horror science fiction, but that doesn't mean we're getting laser pistols.
Go read your Lovecraft. If anything, it was more horror fantasy without elves and dwarves. Even that term doesn't quite clear it. Lovecraft and his universe have developed an intertwining mythos over the years that transcends Cthulhu and creates more of a Cthulhu-eseque idea. There are a number of directions that the devs could take the idea to, whether it's the reason for Salem's founding, the reason for its location, the reasoning behind the darkness, or the reason why magic exists.
Much like my interest in magic in the game, I'm curious to see how the implementations of Cthulhu/Lovecraft will be used. There have been some vague references/easter eggs to other period inspirationals/items that have had a Lovecraft feel (especially in the descriptions), but I have confidence that the theme can be taken deeper.
Do I personally want the Great Old One Cthulhu to be involved/behind any aspect of Salem? Not necessarily, and the same goes for all the Outer and Elder Gods. BUT, for anyone who has seen the movie Cabin in the Woods, the Lovecraftian concept of Great Old Ones and the lore surrounding Lovecraftian Mythos can really be used to do amazing things.