Goal: Build a large, highly detailed Gothic medieval castle ...

Goal: Build a large, highly detailed Gothic medieval castle inspired by cathedral-like high Gothic architecture mixed with fortress elements (Gothic + military). The castle should feel grand and believable: lots of rooms, logical layout, and a centerpiece Throne Hall, with rich exterior and interior decoration. Keep the main axis mostly symmetrical, but add tasteful asymmetry for realism (towers of different heights, side wings, balconies, buttresses). 1) Overall shape & placement Place the castle on a small hill, cliff, or raised rocky terrain. Build a perimeter curtain wall with at least 4 corner towers, plus 1–2 extra watchtowers. Main entrance: massive gatehouse + portcullis, with a bridge/approach and preferably a barbican or outer defensive corridor. Inside the walls: a courtyar