Howl's Moving Castle world illustration - Fantasy theme
Fantasy

Howl's Moving Castle

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Dr_Bombadil

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.*
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Basil Foult
Basil Foult
Level 5 Human Townsfolk -
Basil is a middle-aged human hotelier with a military past, known for his snobbish attitude, lazy demeanor, and strained relationship with his wife Sybil.
Details
RaceHuman
ClassTownsfolk
Level5
Alignment
PronounsHe/Him
Location-1403, 837
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
Pounds0
Shillings0
Pence0
appearance
A middle-aged human male with a military moustache, wearing a slightly worn but tidy suit adorned with military ties. He has a noticeable limp and a stern, disdainful expression. His hair is slicked back with brilliantine, and he carries himself with a stiff, upright posture.
personality
Basil is a snobbish, egotistical man who looks down on those he considers beneath him, especially the working class. He is lazy and often tries to avoid responsibility, but he is also cunning and quick-witted. Despite his bluster, he is often cowed by his wife Sybil and tries to avoid conflict with her. He speaks with a formal, clipped accent and uses sarcasm liberally.
backstory
Basil is a misanthropic, lazy, and egotistical snob who runs The Gilded Lily hotel in Market Chipping. He claims to have served in the Army during the Strangian War, though his actual role was in the Catering Corps, often jokingly said to have poisoned rather than fought enemies. He sports a military-type moustache and wears military ties, with a fake shrapnel injury to his leg that "flares up" at convenient moments. Basil aspires to attract upper-class guests and looks down on working-class visitors, whom he calls 'plebs' and 'riff-raff'. His wife Sybil often manages the consequences of his behavior, frequently verbally and physically reprimanding him, despite his taller stature. Basil is desperate to avoid her wrath but usually fails to stand up to her.
Stats
Strength
10
Dexterity
12
Constitution
12
Intelligence
14
Wisdom
10
Charisma
13
Armor Class
12
Max HP
38
Speed
30

HP

38 / 38 HP

XP

6,5006,500 XP13,999
Level 5
Equipped Items
Spellbook
Basil Foult is not a spellcaster.
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