human
Compose a short description of a magical scene outside a town gate with doors, a plaque, a gateway, and swashes.
assistant
The alley opens a bit to accommodate a vaulted gateway. Its surface is covered with intricately carved swashes and fanciful creatures intertwined. A carved plaque is positioned in the center of the embellishment, inscribed with calligraphy that is ornate yet still readable. Huddled in the shadow of the gateway are a couple of doors, their surfaces as richly decorated. To the northeast, the alley widens and crowds cloak the entrance, the milling figures haloed with moonlight.