Fantasy

Howl's Moving Castle

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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Astrid Kessler

Level 3 Human Townsfolk -

Astrid Kessler, a compassionate Human Townsfolk and flower shop owner, uses her intuitive herbalism to craft remedies and experiment with magical flora, seeking to create a wish-granting bloom and a grand botanical garden.

Details

Race	Human
Class	Townsfolk
Level	3
Alignment
Pronouns	She/Her
Location	-1430, 842

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 gentle, serene woman with long, flowing auburn hair often adorned with fresh flowers from her shop. She moves with a graceful, almost ethereal quality, and her hands are perpetually stained with pollen and soil. Her eyes are large and dreamy, and she often has a faraway look, as if listening to something only she can hear.

personality

Astrid is a gentle soul with a deep love for all living things. She is a listener, often lost in thought as she tends to her plants, and is known for her calming presence. Her intuition and empathetic nature make her an excellent herbalist, able to craft remedies that soothe both body and spirit. Despite her serene demeanor, Astrid has a playful streak and delights in experimenting with unusual plant combinations, sometimes to the surprise (or dismay) of her customers. She is fiercely protective of her creations and is not above 'talking' to her plants, much to the amusement of those around her.

backstory

Astrid Kessler was born into a family of modest means, her parents were struggling artists who valued creativity and imagination. She grew up surrounded by paint-splattered canvases, half-finished sculptures, and the sweet scent of her mother's experimental perfumes. As a child, Astrid would often help her mother in her small flower shop, learning the intricacies of plant care and the art of coaxing beauty from even the most reluctant blooms. Her parents encouraged her curiosity, fostering a sense of wonder and a deep respect for the natural world. Tragedy struck when Astrid's parents passed away in a tragic accident, leaving her alone and adrift. With the help of a kindly aunt, Astrid inherited the flower shop and has since dedicated herself to carrying on her parents' legacy, while pursuing her own dreams of creating a grand botanical garden.

Stats

Strength

Dexterity

Constitution

Intelligence

Wisdom

Charisma

Armor Class

Max HP

Speed

HP

25 / 25 HP

XP

9006,500 XP2,699

Update character level to advance to Level 4

Equipped Items

Spellbook

Astrid Kessler is not a spellcaster.