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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Howl's Moving Castle

Level 20 Enchanted Object Howl's Moving Castle -

A transdimensional, mechanical moving castle powered by a fire demon, with a chaotic exterior and a magical doorway that opens to various locations, reflecting the fragmented personality of its wizard owner.

Details

Race	Enchanted Object
Class	Howl's Moving Castle
Level	20
Alignment
Pronouns	They/Them
Location	-1295, 1039

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 massive, ramshackle castle on mechanical legs, composed of a chaotic patchwork of houses, cannons, industrial chimneys, Gothic towers, and medieval turrets, covered with assorted junk and parts. It emits steam clouds and creaks as it moves, with a magical, multi-dimensional doorway that appears differently from each side but always leads inside. This is not an actual character, it is a token representing the current position of the moving castle as it travels about the land.

personality

The castle is enigmatic and unpredictable, embodying the chaotic and whimsical nature of its owner. It is both a refuge and a mystery, with a presence that is imposing yet strangely inviting. This is not an actual character, it is a token representing the current position of the moving castle as it travels about the land.

backstory

Howl's Moving Castle is a massive, ramshackle castle on mechanical legs powered by a fire demon. Its chaotic patchwork exterior reflects the fragmented personality of its wizard owner and the chaotic world around it. The castle features a magical, multi-dimensional doorway that can open to various locations, from serene rural landscapes to bustling cities, blurring the boundaries between reality and fantasy. Inside, the castle contrasts its chaotic exterior with surprisingly cozy and homely spaces, providing warmth and comfort amidst the cold, mechanical machinery. The castle does not obey normal dimensional laws, and rooms often change depending on Howl's mood. It is an eclectic mix of architectural styles and materials, covered with assorted junk and parts, giving it a bulky, almost living appearance that seems ready to fall apart. The main doorway is magical and transdimensional, appearing as different doors from the other side but all leading to the castle.

Stats

Strength

Dexterity

Constitution

Intelligence

Wisdom

Charisma

Armor Class

Max HP

500

Speed

HP

500 / 500 HP

XP

355,000355,000 XP999,999,998

Level 20

Equipped Items

Spellbook

Howl's Moving Castle is not a spellcaster.