Scarlett Hayes Figure: Adding Her to Cthulhu Death May Die

Quick answer

To add Scarlett Hayes to Cthulhu Death May Die, first confirm you own the core game, then treat her as an exclusive investigator option during setup. Use her as you would any other investigator, but check the Kickstarter-exclusive nature before planning a campaign.

Why Scarlett Hayes is a Kickstarter-only addition

Scarlett Hayes is a Kickstarter-exclusive investigator for Cthulhu Death May Die, released by CMON in 2019. That means she is not part of the retail core box and will not appear in standard retail expansions. If you are building a collection around the Kickstarter campaign, she is a natural fit; if you only own retail products, you will need this figure separately to use her.

Because she is exclusive, availability is limited to what was produced for the campaign. That does not make her essential for play, but it does mean you should not expect to find her at typical retail restocks. Treat her as an optional investigator rather than a missing core component.

What you need before she hits the table

The core Cthulhu Death May Die game is required to play with Scarlett Hayes; the figure is a supplement, not a standalone game. You will also need the standard investigator dashboard, dice, and tokens that come with the core set. The Kickstarter figure includes one exclusive investigator, but unless otherwise stated, paid add-ons from the campaign are not included.

If you are new to the game, learn the core turn sequence first. Scarlett works best when you already understand how actions, stress, and insanity interact, because her value is as an alternative investigator rather than a rules patch.

How she fits into a campaign or one-shot

In a one-shot session, Scarlett is a straightforward swap: pick her instead of a core investigator during setup and use the supplied investigator card. In a campaign, decide before the first episode whether she is available, since swapping investigators mid-campaign can disrupt the narrative and difficulty balance. If your group likes variety, rotate her in for a fresh run rather than mid-story.

Her specific abilities are printed on the exclusive investigator card. Do not assume shared abilities with other investigators; read the card at the table and apply only what it says. That is especially important if you are teaching new players who may expect her to behave like a core character.

Steps to add Scarlett Hayes to your game

1. Confirm core ownership: Check that you own the Cthulhu Death May Die core game before buying or scheduling a session with Scarlett. The figure requires the core game to play and does not include core components. If you do not own the core game, put this purchase on hold until you do.
2. Read the investigator card first: Before setup, read Scarlett's exclusive investigator card aloud and identify her abilities. Do not assume she shares powers with any core investigator. If the card is missing or unreadable, treat the figure as incomplete and resolve it before play.
3. Choose her during setup, not mid-game: Select Scarlett as your investigator when the group chooses characters. In a campaign, decide before episode one whether she is allowed; avoid swapping her in after the campaign has started. For campaign play, record her selection on the campaign log so there is no confusion later.
4. Apply only printed abilities: Use exactly what the card states during play. Do not add house rules or infer abilities from other investigators, even if they seem similar. If an ability is unclear, pause and check the core rulebook's investigator rules rather than guessing.
5. Store her with the core set: Keep the Scarlett figure and card with your core Cthulhu Death May Die components so she is available for future sessions. Because she is a Kickstarter exclusive, losing the card makes the figure hard to replace. Photograph the card for reference in case it is misplaced.

Product facts

• Cthulhu Death May Die: Scarlett Hayes Figure (Kickstarter Special): Kickstarter Exclusive Cthulhu Death May Die: Scarlett Figure by CMON, published in 2019 for 1 to 5 players. It is an exclusive investigator supplement, so it expands player choice only if you already have the core game and want a Kickstarter-specific option.