139+ ‘Deception’ Writing Prompts
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Planetary Parasites
Your exploratory team lands on a new planet, but an alien parasite starts taking over your crew – all while…
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Deception Revelation
Pen a story where the main character lives a deceptive life and is suddenly forced to reveal the truth.
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Unexpected Ally
Describe a character who seems to be the antagonist, but turns out to be a surprising ally.
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Quest For Power
Create a villainous character who wishes to seize power, but must appear heroic to win the public’s support.
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Alter Ego
Your nemesis lives a double life – one of normalcy, and one of villainy. Explore how they balance this dual…
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The Double Agent’s Revenge
Craft a plot where your character is a double agent who seeks vengeance on those who’ve used them.
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Betrayed Alliance
Narrate a scene where a trustworthy character betrays the protagonist at the worst possible time.
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Truths in Lies
Craft a conversation where the dialogue seems to be full of falsehoods, but on closer examination, contains deep truths.
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The Perilous Potion Predicament
In your narrative, a magic potion required to save the kingdom has been stolen.
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The Betrayal
Write a story where a trusted ally gradually reveals that they aren’t who they were believed to be.
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Dangerously Double-Crossed
Write a thrilling plot where your main character is double-crossed by their most trusted ally.
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The Hidden Self
Write about Palpatine’s dual identity and how he manages to keep his Sith identity a secret.
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Pirate’s Parrot
From the perspective of the ship’s parrot, narrate your everyday experiences and your understanding of pirate life.
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Shadows of Betrayal
Forge a plot where a member of your Pokemon team betrays the rest, setting in motion a complex dungeon mystery.
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The Guardian and the Trickster
Let your protagonist be under the protection of a good spirit and the deception of an evil spirit at the…
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The Guilty Witness
Craft a story about a key witness to a crime who also turns out to be the culprit.
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Fractured Image
A character discovers a shocking secret about their past, altering their understanding of their life and identity.
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Double Life Dilemma
Write a plot about a character who leads a double life, one that their family and friends know nothing about.
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The Midnight Train Journey
Your character boards a late-night train where each co-passenger seems to be hiding a dangerous secret.
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The Grand Betrayal
Pen a tale where the head of a respected spy agency has been secretly working for the enemies.
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Deception in Reflection
The main character suddenly discovers that the reflection in the mirror no longer replicates their actions accurately.
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Unseen Clues
Write about a detective who realizes a crucial piece of evidence has been overlooked at a crime scene.
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Masters of Illusion
Create a protagonist who possesses extraordinary illusions abilities and uses them to solve complex problems.
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Behind the Mask
Construct a narrative in which the main antagonist deceives the hero by posing as their closest ally.
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Dire Consequences of Deception
Compose a tale about a character who told a lie that spiralled out of control, and their efforts to set…
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Innocent Imposter
Write about a protagonist who discovers that someone close to them has been leading a double life.
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The Facade Unveiled
Describe a pivotal moment when you discovered a significant untruth or deception in your life.
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Maze of Deceptions
You are the protagonist caught in a web of secrets and lies. Write a story involving uncovering truths.
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Dialogue in a Dark Room
Create a dialogue between two characters who are in a dark room and cannot see each other.
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The Ideal Suspect
Create a chilling narrative that revolves around a perfect crime committed by an unexpected suspect.
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The Opposite Rebellion
Write about a dystopian society where the Rebels are the antagonists and the ruling party is surprisingly good.