55+ ‘Characterization’ Writing Prompts
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Jane Austen In The Modern Age
Imagine what a Jane Austen character would be like in present day society.
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Nature’s Superheroes
Write a story about an animal or a plant in nature that has superhero abilities.
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Reality Shift
Describe the moment when you woke up on New Year’s day and realized that you are in a parallel universe.
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Trade of Appearances
Explore a plot where the ugly witch and the beautiful princess swap their appearances.
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Character Revelation Through Speech
Construct a short narrative where one character’s personality traits are unveiled only through their words.
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Gothic Murmurs
Create a gothic narrative centered in an abandoned house that whispers secrets only at midnight.
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Peeling Back the Layers
Choose a pivotal moment in a fictional story and write about the same scene from multiple characters’ perspectives.
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Cure from the Depths
Create a story where the protagonist is a scientist, who must venture deep into an underground jungle to find a…
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Create a Comic Character
Imagine a comic character, detailing their traits, quirks, and comedic style.
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Superpowers Reset
Choose a classic superhero and explore how a drastic change in their superpowers would affect their life and responsibilities.
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Diary of the Misunderstood
Pen a diary entry from the point of view of a popular antagonist reimagining them as a misunderstood hero.
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Crazy About Cartoons
Write about your favorite cartoon character and the adventures you imagine with them.
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The Diary of a Pioneer
Write a series of diary entries from the perspective of a pioneer traveling west during the 19th-century American expansion.
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The Reverse Spin
Write a story where the ‘happily ever after’ ending is only the beginning, and something deeper and more meaningful unfolds…
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Haunted Happenings
Write a first-person journal entry documenting a chilling encounter at a haunted house.
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The Mythical Beast
Write a fairy tale where a traditional evil fairy tale creature is actually a misunderstood mythological creature.
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Shadowy Silhouettes
Outline a character who appears to be one thing, but by the end of the story, is revealed to be…
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Rewriting a Classic
Choose a classic fairytale and rewrite it from a different character’s perspective.
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Journey to Arcadia
Imagine you stumble upon a magical portal in your attic that leads to the realm of Arcadia. What do you…
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Lost Letter Discovery
Write about a character who stumbles upon an old, unopened letter that reveals a mysterious family secret.
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Let’s Talk, Shall We?
Write a story largely composed of dialogue, creating characterization and plot through the conversations.
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The Chocolate Bunny Debate
Create a playful argument between two characters debating over the best part of an Easter chocolate bunny to eat first.
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Whispers of the Dungeon Keeper
You are the keeper of a dungeon full of magical beings. Write about your daily chores and unusual encounters with…
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Monstrous Affection
Create a scene in which the villain expresses love or affection towards someone or something.
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Unseen Predator
Write a story where the villain is an entity or force rather than a person, creating a chilling, omnipresent threat.
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Alien Artist
Design a graphic novel with an alien as a graphic artist looking for inspiration on Earth.
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The Heartwood Hollow
Describe a journey through a magical forest, where each tree holds the soul of a past hero.
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Safari Adventure
Invent a character who plans to explore the African safari. Describe the character’s preparation and the journey.
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Breeding Dreams
Write about becoming a Pokemon breeder for the first time and highlight the dreams, fears, and expectations you have.
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Gym Leader’s Favorite
Imagine you are a gym leader and choose your signature Pokémon. Write a Poédex entry that reflects your bond and…
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Phantom Cat Chase
A ghost in the form of a black cat lurks in the shadows, always watching and waiting for the right…
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Endless Hauntings
Write about a haunted house that seems to produce a never-ending series of specters.
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Episodic Echoes
Write an episode for a fanfic series, including a brief overview of previous episodes.
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Behind the Fanfic Characters
Choose one beloved character from a fandom you belong to and analyze their archetypical fanfic depictions.
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Character’s Odyssey
Craft a unique character and detail their journey in an existing or new anime world.
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Unseen Burdens
Write a story from the perspective of a character who suffers from depression but hides it from others.
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Characters Beyond the Screen
Envision a favorite character from a film or TV show and elaborate on their life outside of what is shown…
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Unexpectedly Given Powers
Describe a moment where an ordinary person suddenly gains extraordinary powers.
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Dancing Shadows
A storyline where shadows have their own distinct personality and can interact with their corporeal counterparts.
