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The graphics below are thumbnails unless otherwise noted. Click the link to go to a full-sized version of the image, which you can download by right-clicking and selecting the appropriate option from the pop-up menu. All graphics are transparent .gifs.
Fairy-Tale Castle
Melissa Snell
The towering spires of this palace look like something out of a fairy-tale. It isn't based on any particular castle, but castles with similar towers and rooftops were built during the late Middle Ages. The full-sized version of this graphic is 156 x 201 pixels.
Sturdy Castle
Melissa Snell
This imposing fortress was inspired by Pembroke Castle. The full-sized version is 293 x 269 pixels; it's also available in a smaller version (147 x 134 pixels).
Broad Tower
Melissa Snell
This stout and sturdy structure is based on a tower at Castle Usk. The full-sized version measures 177 x 242 pixels.
Tall Tower
Melissa Snell
Blarney Castle was the inspiration for this towering edifice. The full-sized version is 202 x 254 pixels.
Castle with Arched Door
Melissa Snell
This mighty tower and arched gate was inspired by the entryway to Ashford Castle. The full-sized version measures 176 x 197 pixels.
Eclectic Buildings with Peaked Roofs
Melissa Snell
The jaunty roofs and rambling buildings here are based on the fortifications at Kamianets-Podilsky. The full-sized version is 298 x 206 pixels; it's also available in a smaller version (149 x 106 pixels).
Uphill Castle
Melissa Snell
The towers and window designs were inspired by those at Chepstow Castle. The full-sized version measures 394 x 255 pixels; a smaller version (200 x 131 pixels) is also available.
Castle Icon
Melissa Snell
Tower Icon
Melissa Snell
Castle Wall Page Breaks
Melissa Snell
Castle walls make more interesting page breaks than plain old horizontal rules. These come in two sizes (390 x 38 and 490 x 38 pixels) and ten colors. Click the link to visit a page with all 20 versions.
Castle Wall Background
Melissa Snell
This textured background is light enough for most text to show up clearly. The full-sized version is 158 x 70 pixels; or, you can use the thumbnail (120 x 53 pixels) for smaller bricks.
