Crucifix

Lore & Background

The effectiveness of the Crucifix is not absolute; it has a limited radius and requires precise placement. Investigators often debate whether the power lies in the object itself or the faith of the user, yet in practice, it functions as a reliable mechanical countermeasure against the hunt mechanic. It represents humanity's desperate attempt to impose order on chaotic supernatural forces using symbols that have historically held weight against the dark.

In Their Own Story

The hallway was silent, save for the heavy breathing of three terrified souls huddled behind a doorframe. The temperature had plummeted, and the air smelled of rotting earth. Suddenly, the ghost light flickered to life—a blinding white beacon signaling the hunt. As the heavy footsteps echoed from the kitchen, one investigator scrambled forward, clutching a small wooden cross. With trembling hands, they slammed it onto the floorboards in the center of the room. The footsteps halted abruptly just outside the circle of protection, the entity roaring in frustration before fading back into the shadows, unable to breach the sacred boundary.

Reader's Guide

The Crucifix is essential for survival during hunts, specifically designed to prevent a ghost from attacking an investigator standing within its range. It requires no batteries and does not have a usage limit; it functions passively as long as it remains on the ground. There are no upgrade options available in the shop for this item. Its effectiveness relies entirely on correct placement relative to where you anticipate the ghost will be or where your team is hiding. Strategically, players should place Crucifixes near common gathering points, such as behind doors, in hallways, or inside rooms where evidence is being collected. Since the effective radius can vary by ghost type, it is often wise to place multiple crosses if the team has them, creating overlapping zones of safety.

Did You Know?

• The Crucifix does not stop a ghost from hunting; it only prevents the hunt from starting if the ghost attempts to begin one within its range.
• Once a hunt is active, the Crucifix has no effect on the ghost's ability to attack the player.
• Different ghost types have different effective radii for the Crucifix, meaning some require closer proximity to prevent a hunt than others.
• A ghost can still interact with objects or move through walls near a Crucifix even if an investigator is standing safely under it.