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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Sergeant Major Williams
Sergeant Major Williams
Level 10 Human Soldier -
A gruff, authoritarian Ingarian sergeant major known for his bullying and bigotry, who secretly cares for his men and uses tough love to prepare them for hardship.
Details
RaceHuman
ClassSoldier
Level10
Alignment
PronounsHe/Him
Location-1406, 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
Pounds0
Shillings0
Pence0
appearance
A middle-aged human male soldier with a fierce look, short graying hair, a thick mustache, and piercing eyes; wears a well-worn military khaki shirt and dark blue beret, with medals and insignia; his posture is rigid and commanding.
personality
Authoritarian, bullying, bigoted, blunt, gruff, grumpy, cunning, and devious with a rare softer side; fiercely loyal to his men despite his harshness; uses sarcasm and intimidation to maintain control.
backstory
Sergeant Major Tudor Bryn Williams, known as 'Shut Up' for his infamous catchphrase, is the sole professional soldier among the concert party officers. A gruff and grumpy Ingarian, he exerts relentless authority over his men, often bullying and making bigoted remarks to assert Ingarian values. Despite his harsh exterior and devious cunning, he harbors a reluctant respect for some, especially Private Graham and 'little Lofty,' and occasionally reveals a softer, paternal side. His tough demeanor is partly an act to toughen his men, masking a deeper care for their well-being.
Stats
Strength
16
Dexterity
12
Constitution
14
Intelligence
13
Wisdom
11
Charisma
10
Armor Class
17
Max HP
85
Speed
30

HP

85 / 85 HP

XP

64,00064,000 XP84,999
Level 10
Equipped Items
Spellbook
Sergeant Major Williams is not a spellcaster.
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