For a while now, the community over at The Secret World has noticed things in the game that are distinctly influenced by the writings of horror master H.P. Lovecraft. From the original poster that revealed a beast that reminded many of Cthulhu to the whole idea of secret societies and monsters that exist beyond time and space. So when The Secret World community members stumbled upon a website for the fictional town of Kingsmouth, many weren't surprised.
Kingsmouth, a mash-up of Lovecraft's Kingsport and Innsmouth (and, to an unnamed extent, Arkham), is the typical New England town that Lovecraft so loved to talk about. It's sleepy, it's quiet, it's community is entrenched, and there are probably more monsters than people. Lovecraftian references are abound from the aptly named Miskatonic River (see Miskatonic University) to the town's presence as a port on the coastline.
Of course, with the addition of a brand new website, new puzzles are bound to pop up. The Secret World community is already pouring over the website, so jump into the discussion if you think you found something. Of course, for those of you who aren't into the whole conspiracy angle, we got the screenshots of Kingsmouth for you below. Beware though, the originals are small, as apparently the Kingsmouth locals don't know how to upload quality pictures.
Reader Comments (9)
Posted: Jan 25th 2010 3:04PM BaronJuJu said
Wow, nice twist between semi-reality and gaming. I've noticed a few references to certain factiosn on the site but I'm still looking it over. I like the direction they are taking to marketing this game and hope it's something they continue with when it launches.
Posted: Jan 25th 2010 4:39PM urgan said
I definitely wanted to play this game before, but now I can't wait!
Posted: Jan 25th 2010 5:49PM sandwiches said
God... Shadow over Innsmouth is one of my favorite horror stories and with this little addition to their fictional places, they've basically guaranteed me as a customer.
Posted: Jan 25th 2010 7:11PM Joshua Przygocki said
!!! I love Lovecraft! IA IA CTHULHU FHTAGN!
Posted: Jan 26th 2010 5:51AM HackJack said
There are sand pyramids on our beaches....
Posted: Jan 26th 2010 6:45AM adamb said
great way of getting interest in the game, we really dont need another wow clone :)
Posted: Jan 26th 2010 9:23AM Joshua Przygocki said
From the "activities" page:
21. Stay a few nights at Jack & Wendy’s B&B in summertime – hospitality second to none, with a great view of the ocean and easy access to the beach!
-Until the fish folk come try to take you as one of their own.
16. Have lunch at the famous Susie’s Diner and meet the locals! At lunchtime, you’re sure to find Sheriff Bannerman and Deputy Gardener, and many others
-Just ignore the fact that they won't stop staring at you and have gills on their necks along with almost no hair.
21. Stay a few nights at Jack & Wendy’s B&B in summertime – hospitality second to none, with a great view of the ocean and easy access to the beach!
-Until the fish folk come try to take you as one of their own.
16. Have lunch at the famous Susie’s Diner and meet the locals! At lunchtime, you’re sure to find Sheriff Bannerman and Deputy Gardener, and many others
-Just ignore the fact that they won't stop staring at you and have gills on their necks along with almost no hair.
Posted: Jan 26th 2010 9:34AM Seraphina Brennan said
Ha ha ha. Deep ones. :3 It really is Innsmouth.
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Posted: Jan 28th 2010 12:58PM (Unverified) said
Awesome, cant wait.
Really like the way this site is made - looks real - as in _not_ perfect.
Really like the way this site is made - looks real - as in _not_ perfect.








