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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Sybil Foult
Sybil Foult
Level 5 Human Townsfolk -
Sybil is a pragmatic and commanding human hotel manager, known for her calm crisis management, sharp tongue, and prim habits, married to Basil Foult.
Details
RaceHuman
ClassTownsfolk
Level5
Alignment
PronounsShe/Her
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 woman with a no-nonsense demeanor, short styled hair, dressed in practical yet slightly formal attire suitable for hotel management, often seen with a cigarette in hand.
personality
Sybil is pragmatic, calm under pressure, and realistic about business, but also lazy and sharp-tongued, commanding respect and fear in equal measure.
backstory
Sybil is the wife of Basil Foult, a hotel manager who is more effective and pragmatic than her husband. She manages crises calmly, handles guests politely, and focuses on making the hotel profitable rather than catering to high society. Despite her competence, she is known for her laziness, often seen chatting, smoking, or reading novels during busy times. She is feared by Basil for her sharp tongue and strong personality, often being the dominant figure in their marriage. Sybil's presence keeps the hotel running smoothly, especially when Basil is overwhelmed or absent.
Stats
Strength
10
Dexterity
12
Constitution
12
Intelligence
14
Wisdom
13
Charisma
15
Armor Class
12
Max HP
38
Speed
30

HP

38 / 38 HP

XP

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