59+ ‘Ambiguity’ Writing Prompts
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Embroidery of Betrayal
Tell the story of a Jedi who, unknown to the Order, is a Sith infiltrator, and describes their role in…
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Uncertain Proportions
Create a narrative around Schrodinger’s cat experiment, but from the perspective of the cat.
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The Vanguard of a Dying Planet
Devise a villain, desperately trying to save their dying home planet by invading Earth.
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Benevolent Beast
Create a narrative where the villain is, surprisingly, an entity with good intentions.
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Unveiling The Charming Villain
Write a story where the villain is a charismatic and highly admired figure with seemingly unending benevolence.
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Noble Nemesis
Consider a villain who, despite their nefarious deeds, maintains a code of ethics or a set of principles.
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The Blood Drinker’s Deception
Craft a story about a vampire masquerading as a human doctor to hide their murderous activities.
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The Disappearance in the Library
Write about a small town librarian who finds an unsolved, decades-old mystery tucked away in a book.
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Guardian or Invader
Write about an undercover operative who starts to feel more loyalty to the group they infiltrated than to the agency…
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Mystery of the November Night
Write a mystery story set against the backdrop of a chilling November twilight.
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Disintegration of Morals
Delve into the transformation of a character who, in order to survive, has to abandon their moral principles.
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The Misunderstood Antagonist
Write about a villain who believes they are actually the ‘good guy’ and justify their actions.
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Crystal Clear Conclusions
Craft a hyper-short story that leaves no room for interpretation at the end.
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Lone Victory
Write a story in which the protagonist achieves their goal but loses something essential in the process.
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Secret Identity
In a world where everyone has a criminal alter ego, write about a detective trying to uncover the true identity…
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Morality Spectrum in Hero League
Write about the differing views of morality within a superhero team and how they impact decision-making processes.
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Dance With a Stranger
Create a story based on a dance with a mysterious stranger at a masquerade ball.
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Hard Choices
Given limited resources in a zombie apocalypse, write about how you’d decide who gets what.
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Secretive Subconscious
Your character begins receiving cryptic notes and realizes they are messages from their subconscious.
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Walk in Scout’s Shoes
Inspired by Harper Lee’s To Kill a Mockingbird, write a story from a child’s perspective about a difficult topic they…
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Spellbound Swordfighter
Pen a tale about a sword-wielding protagonist who depends on a cursed but powerful weapon.
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A Cure Worse Than the Disease
Write about a doctor who discovers a cure for a fatal disease, only to find it causes an even more…
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Love Potion’s Price
A potionmaker creates a love potion for a desperate customer but has moral qualms about using such magic.
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Dream Interpreter
Write about a dream you’ve had, and give your own interpretation of what you think it means.
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Sympathetic Shadow
Write about an antagonist who has compelling reasons for their actions, making readers empathize with them.
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Tragic Prologue
Pen a story that kicks off with the introduction of the villain, detailing their backstory or motive rather than starting…
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Film Noir Fantasia
Craft a tale that combines the moodiness and mystery of film noir with elements of high fantasy.
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Haunted Artifact
Write about an artifact that, when used correctly, can open a portal to the realm of the undead or the…
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Kiss or Kill: The Superheroes Love Story
Narrate a story about two superheroes/villains who, at war with one another, start developing feelings.
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A Mysteriously Delivered Letter
Write about a character who receives an unexpected letter that changes their life.
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Unexpected Love Story
Mark the beginning of a love story where the protagonist falls in love at first sight with someone totally unexpected.
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Unsung Tragedy
Craft a villainous character who believes themselves to be the protagonist, driven by a heartbreaking past or ideology.
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The Ulterior Motive
Write about a situation where a member of the superhero team has a secret personal motive that may be detrimental…
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Redemption of the Dark One
Write about a dark wizard seeking redemption and trying to escape their sinister past.
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Unraveling Faith
Create a story where a devout follower of a religious sect starts questioning their beliefs after they witness a horrifying…
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The Unwilling Mastermind
Tell the story of a genius who is coerced into planning a high-stakes crime against their will.
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Echoes from the Deep
Delve into the dark depths of the ocean and imagine a terrifying creature that resides there.
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Forgotten Identity
Describe a protagonist who wakes up with no recollection of their past or identity but finds evidence of their involvement…
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The Imaginary Friend
Recount a story of a young child talking to an imaginary friend who shares chillingly accurate future events.
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Absence of Reflections
In a world where everyone can see their reflections, your primary character discovers one day they no longer have one.
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Hidden Potential
Write about an average citizen in the Star Wars universe discovering they possess some level of Force sensitivity.
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Trials of Leadership
Explore the Hero of Ferelden’s growth as a leader, writing about the trials they faced and overcame.
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Specter’s Wrath
Narrate the tale of a once-treasured hero turned vengeful ghost who returns to exact revenge on the kingdom that betrayed…
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Hidden Motives
Pen a tale about a seasoned detective unable to comprehend the motives behind a perplexing crime scene.
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The Paradox of Freedom
Explore the idea of ‘freedom.’ Can we ever be truly free or are we always restrained by our own instincts…
