The Long Walk Home

Develop a story centered on a character’s lengthy journey home by foot, but filled with numerous obstacles.

This prompt will force you to think about the trials and tribulations one might encounter while traveling on foot. What sort of challenges, both internal and external, would they come across? This could involve physical hurdles like difficult terrain or disastrous weather, or emotional difficulties including loneliness, despair, or fear. Use these tribulations to shape your character and guide their journey.