Session 15 – Unraveling Dark Secrets in Cairo: Investigating the Black Pharaoh and the Stolen Mummy

In this session of Masks of Nyarlathotep, the investigators review important clues. They discussed the Brotherhood’s possible role in stealing the mummy of Queen Nitocris. They also talked about suspicious events around the local pyramids. Contacts in Cairo warned them about Omar Al Shak Shakti, the dangerous leader of the Brotherhood. The group thought about secretly investigating his plantation. Warren Besart shared disturbing stories about the supernatural fate of the Carlyle Expedition at the Bent Pyramid, highlighting the serious danger they faced.

The investigators then visited Dr. Ali Kafur at the Egyptian Museum. He gave them unsettling information about the Black Pharaoh. Dr. Kafur explained that ancient prophecies hinted the Black Pharaoh might soon return. This return could be connected to missing artifacts and Queen Nitocris’s stolen mummy. Dr. Kafur offered to help them understand some important texts they found. They agreed to meet again for further study. The session ended with the investigators feeling uneasy but determined to continue carefully.

Key Characters Introduced

• Dr. Ali Kafur – Egyptologist at the Egyptian Museum; knowledgeable about ancient Egyptian artifacts and myths, especially about the Black Pharaoh.
• Omar Al Shak Shakti – Leader of the dangerous Brotherhood cult in Cairo; owns a heavily guarded plantation.
• Queen Nitocris – Historical Egyptian queen whose stolen mummy may be crucial to the Black Pharaoh’s return (mentioned but not directly encountered).
• Nephren-Ka (the Black Pharaoh) – A legendary, evil figure linked to ancient prophecies and dangerous cults; central to the investigators’ current inquiry (mentioned but not directly encountered).
• Edward Gavigan – Current director of the Penhew Foundation, which is connected to suspicious activities and possibly involved with missing artifacts (mentioned but not directly encountered).

Key Events

1. Group Recap and Discussions in Cairo
   • Reviewed recent events involving Warren Besart and Faraz Najir.
   • Discussed the Brotherhood’s possible involvement in stealing Queen Nitocris’s mummy.
   • Considered plans to investigate Omar Al Shak Shakti’s plantation.
2. Meeting with Informant Mahmoud
   • Mahmoud provided information about Omar’s heavily guarded plantation.
   • Mahmoud warned the investigators about Omar’s dangerous reputation in Cairo.
3. Investigators Met Dr. Ali Kafur at the Egyptian Museum
   • Dr. Kafur warmly welcomed Ezekiel, indicating a prior acquaintance.
   • Shared detailed information about Nephren-Ka (the Black Pharaoh).
   • Explained the historical significance and prophecies related to Queen Nitocris.
   • Offered insight into stolen artifacts connected to potential supernatural events.
4. Important Information from Dr. Kafur
   • Mentioned the Carlyle Expedition’s interest in the Black Pharaoh.
   • Confirmed that Queen Nitocris’s stolen mummy could trigger Nephren-Ka’s return.
   • Revealed possible supernatural protections within the museum.
5. Agreement to Study Ancient Texts
   • Dr. Kafur agreed to help the group decipher significant occult texts.
   • Investigators debated which texts to study, choosing between two important manuscripts.
   • Scheduled multiple nights to study these texts in detail.

Standout Moments

1. Ezekiel – Reunited with Dr. Ali Kafur, deepening his understanding of the Black Pharaoh.
2. Emerson – Experienced an unsettling moment witnessing Dr. Kafur’s supernatural door-opening ritual.
3. Virginia – Learned critical details about the stolen mummy’s connection to prophecies from Dr. Kafur.
4. Alejandro – Successfully interpreted historical texts about the Black Pharaoh at the museum.
5. Bessie – Advocated for careful planning and caution about investigating Omar’s plantation.

As darkness settles over Cairo, the investigators find themselves edging closer to ancient secrets that carry both promise and peril. With every discovery, the veil between sanity and madness grows thinner, challenging their resolve. The stage is set for even darker revelations in the sessions ahead.

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