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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Dean Dawkins
Dean Dawkins
Level 10 Human Scholar -
Dean Dawkins is a middle-aged human scholar at Kingsbury University, known for his ruthless skepticism, direct communication, and principled activism in the pursuit of truth and rational inquiry.
Details
RaceHuman
ClassScholar
Level10
Alignment
PronounsHe/Him
Location-2306, 709
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 scholar with sharp features, short graying hair, and keen blue eyes. He wears practical but well-made scholarly robes adorned with subtle arcane symbols, and carries a satchel filled with books and notes. His demeanor is confident and intense, reflecting his intellectual rigor.
personality
Dean is principled, driven by a relentless pursuit of truth and rational inquiry. He is direct and uncompromising in debate, often challenging dogma and superstition with a sharp intellect and fearless attitude. Despite his public abrasiveness, he is warm and personable in private, with a dry sense of humor and a deep commitment to social causes.
backstory
Dean Dawkins is a human scholar residing in Kingsbury University, a place renowned for its arcane knowledge and intellectual rigor. Known for his ruthless skepticism and uncompromising pursuit of truth, Dean is a brilliant and articulate figure who challenges widely held beliefs, especially those related to religion and superstition in Ingary. His direct and sometimes abrasive communication style has made him a controversial figure among traditionalists but a hero to secularists and rationalists. Despite his public persona as a fierce debater, Dean is warm and personable in private, with a fondness for music and a loyal animal companion. He is deeply committed to causes such as free speech, secularism, and social justice, often engaging in activism within the academic and public spheres of Kingsbury.
Stats
Strength
10
Dexterity
12
Constitution
14
Intelligence
18
Wisdom
16
Charisma
14
Armor Class
15
Max HP
68
Speed
30

HP

68 / 68 HP

XP

64,00064,000 XP84,999
Level 10
Equipped Items
Spellbook
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