Fantasy
The world of Howl’s Moving Castle is a fantasy setting that blends elements of early 20th-century Europe with magic and arcane technology, creating a unique realm where the boundaries between reality and fantasy are blurred. It is set in the kingdom of Ingary, where fairytale themes are accepted ways of life. The world features inventions like airships, automobiles, and warplanes, alongside magical entities such as enchanted walking castles, wizards, witches, and demons.
Author's Note: Howl's Moving Castle is a fantasy novel by Diana Wynne Jones, which Hayao Miyazaki turned into a film. This is a mish-mash of both the novels and the film, in the book the castle doesn't move around like a machine, Howl uses powerful illusions and portals to give the impression that it does, I've added lore to hopefully explain, I'll just have to see what the Ai makes of it all!
I suggest using narrative mode only as this isn't really designed for turn based combat. Also, enable "Hide Unknown Entities", this hides the names and locations of NPCs and characters you haven't met yet, adding a layer of mystery to the narrative, because names aren't used in descriptions until you learn them!
*I've prepared numerous areas and points of interest, I've play tested it for several hours, but I still haven't left the castle yet! I asked one of the characters to show me round, so the Ai created a "Stargazing Nook" with a big telescope, which I've subsequently used to observe an ominous cloud corruption over the Waste. Howl is a hoot to engage with, he's creating specialised lenses and an etheric resonator (whatever the hell that is!) to snoop on this cloud - the Ai is coming up with all kinds of cool wacky stuff, good fun.*
Played | 2 times |
Cloned | 4 times |
Created | 30 days ago |
Last Updated | 12 days ago |
Visibility | Public |

Alastair Murray
Level 5 Human Townsfolk -
A brash, ultra-patriotic pub landlord known for his rapid-fire banter, exaggerated nationalism, and love of the King, who uses humor and satire to critique culture and politics in Ingary.
Details
Race | Human |
Class | Townsfolk |
Level | 5 |
Alignment | |
Pronouns | He/Him |
Location | -1445, 824 |
Skills
Acrobatics
Animal Handling
Arcana
Athletics
Deception
History
Insight
Intimidation
Investigation
Medicine
Nature
Perception
Performance
Persuasion
Religion
Sleight Of Hand
Stealth
Survival
Ispreparedcaster
Isspellcaster
Currencies
Pounds | 0 |
Shillings | 0 |
Pence | 0 |
appearance
A middle-aged human male with a slightly disheveled pub landlord's uniform: a blazer, white shirt with rolled-up sleeves, and a tie, often holding a pint of ale; has a ruddy complexion, short cropped hair, and a broad, engaging smile.
personality
Brash, loud, and opinionated with a humorous, exaggerated nationalism; a know-all know-nothing blowhard who enjoys challenging others and lampooning modern sensibilities with satire and parody.
backstory
Alastair Murray is a quintessential Ingarian publican who has spent decades running The Anvil in Market Chipping. Born and bred in Ingary, he embodies the traditional spirit with a brash and loud personality. Known for his ultra-patriotic views and conservative values, he delights in poking fun at foreigners, especially Strangians and the Sultans of Rashput, and lampoons modern political correctness with sharp satire. His love for the Ingarian ragtime band King is legendary. Despite his bluster, he is a beloved figure in the community, known for his quick wit, working class wisdom, and engaging banter with patrons.
Stats
Strength
12
Dexterity
14
Constitution
13
Intelligence
10
Wisdom
11
Charisma
16
Armor Class
14
Max HP
38
Speed
30
HP
38 / 38 HP
XP
6,5006,500 XP13,999
Level 5
Equipped Items
Spellbook
Alastair Murray is not a spellcaster.