197+ ‘Anime’ Writing Prompts
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Archetype in My Life
Pick an anime archetype and write about how you or someone you know embodies qualities of that archetype.
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Reimagining Anime Archetypes
Write a story where you overturn a specific anime archetype, transforming their defining traits into something entirely different.
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Bridging the East and West
Write a narrative involving a crossover between an anime character archetype and a Western cartoon character archetype.
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Anime Archetype Origins
Write about the origin story of a popular anime archetype, like the tsundere, yandere or kuudere, and explore their defining…
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Love Beyond Realities
Craft a story about a normal teenager who falls in love with a character in an anime.
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The Sorrowful Warrior
Create a tragic love story between a warrior and a civilian, who are torn apart by their differing roles.
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First Love’s Agony
Write about a character who is in the throes of their first heartbreak after being rejected by their childhood friend.
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Friendship of Outcasts
Craft a touching story about two or more outcasts that find friendship in their shared misfortune.
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All for One
In your story, create a group of close-knit friends who band together to face an existential threat.
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Empathy in Arms
Construct a story around a protagonist compelled to battle their closest friend turned antagonist due to a grave misunderstanding.
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Quiet Heroes in Loud Battles
Craft a story around a quiet and unassuming character that rises to the occasion in a high stakes anime battle.
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Apocalyptic Showdown
Write about a decisive final battle between two formidable opponents set amidst a decimated, post-apocalyptic anime world.
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The Power of Love
Pen a romantic narrative that encapsulates the pain, joy, and transformative power of love.
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Shared Destiny
Create a narrative about two characters who are destined to share each other’s fates.
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Technological Transcendence
Write a scenario where characters fully integrate with the digital realm.
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Shadows of the Past
Write a story where the main character can interact with the spirits of their ancestors.
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Biomes of Fantasy
Describe an anime world where every locality has a distinct life-form, culture, and tradition.
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Time Skipping in Anime
Write a story that jumps between different age stages of the protagonist’s life.
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Anime Reality Bubble
Create a narrative where the characters are only partially aware they live inside an anime.
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The Evolution of the Magical Girl
Translate the journey of a magical girl, who with every battle, gets stronger and learns about her powers.
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The Intricacies of a Magical BFF
Write a story where your character becomes best friends with a newly transformed magical girl.
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The Transfiguration of the Ordinary Girl
Craft a tale about an average girl who is blessed with powers and her transformation into a magical girl.
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The Power of Friendship
Write a story where the protagonist and her friends discover their magical powers and the strength of their bond.
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Sacrifice for the Win
Write about an athlete who is forced to give up something important to attain their dream of becoming the best.
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Hidden Talents
Write a story about a seemingly ordinary person who discovers they possess unprecedented athletic talent.
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Ultimate Showdown
Write a high-stakes competition where the protagonist’s school or community’s reputation rests on the outcome.
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Dream Team
Write about a group of unlikely friends who come together to form an athletics team, each bringing their unique skills.
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The Portal Library
Envision a story where a public library secretly acts as a portal to different realities or dimensions.
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The Lost Artifact
Your protagonist comes into possession of a peculiar artifact which is sought by dangerous organizations.
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Mysterious Creature Encounter
Write about a character crossing paths with a mysterious, supernatural creature in the middle of a bustling metropolis.
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Gore Games
Write about a deadly game where participants turn into the characters from a horror-based video game.
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The Cursed Manga
Narrate a tale about a rare manga series that brings each of its stories to life – with sinister consequences.
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Dark Secrets of School
Construct a narrative around a group of students discovering a subterranean world beneath their school.
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The Displaced Spirit
Write a story about a spirit who has suddenly found itself inside a modern toy in an anime universe.
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Advanced AI Danger
In a society that relies on advanced AI technology, you unravel a plot that AI might be turning against humanity.
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Imminent Invasion
Your peaceful town is harboring a secret that puts it in the crosshairs of a supernatural invader.
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Metropolis Mayhem
Write a tale of a colossal city powered by a mysterious energy source, but beneath the surface, different factions vie…
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Missing Memory Mystery
Imagine if you lost your memory and found yourself wrapped up in a dangerous conspiracy.
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Bracketing Anime with Reality
Write about an ordinary person who stumbles upon an extraordinary anime world.
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The Art of Transformation
Describe a transformation sequence for a character, like those often found in magical girl anime.
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Anime Theme Exploration
Explore a common anime theme (such as dystopia, supernatural powers, or the conflict between technology and humanity) and its relevance…
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Magical Academy Adventures
Develop a story set within the classrooms and corridors of a magical academy.
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Reverse Isekai
The main character, an anime character, unexpectedly joins the human world and tries to adjust.
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Otaku Mishaps
Envision a story about an intense anime fanatic who finds themselves in the middle of an anime-like situation.
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The Bumbling Hero
Create a hilarious adventure led by a perpetually clueless, yet unintentionally heroic friend.
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Cooking Up Connections
Rivet a story around a group of characters connecting and developing relationships through cooking and sharing meals.
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Seasons of Change
Narrate the story of a whole year in the life of a character, focusing on how they change with each…
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Time Capsule Tales
Write about a group of friends who decide to bury a time capsule and what they choose to put inside.
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Friendship Among Strangers
Craft a story around two or more characters who are forced to live or work together and how they evolve…
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Everyday Adventures
Explore a mundane activity, like going to the grocery store or cleaning the house, and depict it as an exciting…
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Shadow Wars
Write about a world where darkness is a physical entity that can be manipulated by those with the innate ability.
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Origami Universe
Dream up an anime world that can be folded and unfolded like origami, changing landscapes and surroundings.
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Hidden Dimension Dystopia
Write about an alternate dimension that is perceptible but inaccessible to normal humans.
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Island Rebellion
Stranded on an island ruled by oppressive forces, write about your daring plan of rebellion and escape.
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The Chosen One
You wake up one day to find a mystical entity, claiming you’re the chosen one to save the world from…
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Artifact Quest
Write a story about your quest across dimensions to collect five unique, powerful artifacts.
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Monsters and Monsters
Imagine an unlikely friendship between a young runaway and a misunderstood creature.
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Anime’s Dark Twists
Write a plot with a dark turn, where the naïve protagonist encounters a harsh reality.
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The Unseen Supernatural
Create a scenario where the supernatural mingle with humans in the modern world without their knowledge.
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The Evolution of the Protagonist
Begin your story with an average protagonist who gradually discovers their unique power.
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Unraveling Power of Friendship
Create a story revolving around an unlikely pair of friends who end up saving their world.
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Unlikely Magical Girl
Create a character who becomes a ‘magical girl’ or ‘magical boy’, despite not fitting the typical mold.
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Anime Character Development
Analyze the character arc of your favorite anime character and how it impacts the overall story.
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Anatomy of Anime
Discuss a profound moment from your favorite anime and how the storytelling and animation played a significant role.
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The New Shogun
In a modern, everyday setting, adapt the power structures and societal norms of Feudal Japan.
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Don’t Lose That Song
In a world where people’s emotions and memories can be stored in songs, write about your most precious song and…
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Anime Sidekick
Write a story where you are the sidekick to a popular anime hero. How does this affect your character and…
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Superhero School Dropout
A world where everyone has extraordinary abilities is the norm, but you’re the rare exception, an individual without any special…
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Journey through Parallel Realities
Imagine your life in a different, anime-influenced universe where magic and monsters are an everyday reality.