147+ ‘Dilemma’ Writing Prompts
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Capsule Dilemma
Create a tale of astronauts trapped in a malfunctioning space pod, with limited resources.
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Battle of Absolutes
Write about a situation where the superhero’s arch-nemesis presents an ultimatum, a decision that could either save or destroy the world.
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Fictional Morality Check
Conjure up a fictional world and an accompanying moral dilemma within it. Write about the character grappling with this dilemma.
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Alien Takeover Dilemma
Aliens come to your school and you need to talk them out of taking over the world. What do you say?
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The Ultimate Christmas Wish
You stumble upon a magical Christmas star that can grant one wish but with a risk that will affect Christmas forever.
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Double Entendre Dilemma
Your character only understands and communicates in double entendres, leading to countless misunderstandings.
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The Mystery of the Missing Sock
The eternal mystery every laundry-doer faces: where do all the missing socks go and what adventures do they have?
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True Red’s Dilemma
Rewrite the story of Little Red Riding Hood with a suspenseful twist, Red doesn’t know Grandma is the wolf.
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Grey Jedi: A Moral Dilemma
Write a story about a Jedi who walks a thin line between the dark and light sides of The Force.
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The Descendant’s Dilemma
A half-human, half-vampire character learns of her heritage and is thrown in the middle of a bloodline feud.
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The Assassin’s Dilemma
Write about an assassin, who after receiving a contract, discovers the target is a loved one.
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The Talkative Parrot Dilemma
Think about a scenario where a parrot who can’t stop talking becomes a challenge for its owner.
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Warm-Blooded Dilemma
Your protagonist, a prehistoric human, must decide between saving his tribe or a young dinosaur that’s become like a pet.
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Dragons & Damsels
You’re a knight sent to rescue a city from a dragon’s terror, how do you accomplish this without harming the creature?
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Pokemon Evolution Dilemma
Write about a Pokemon refusing to evolve due to emotional reasons and how its trainer deals with this challenge.
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The Time-Turner Dilemma
Imagine you have a Time-Turner like Hermione. What past situation would you like to change and how would it affect your present?
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The Hogwarts House Dilemma
Create a story where a character’s placement into a different Hogwarts house alters their destiny.
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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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Training for the Games
Detail a tribute’s training journey for the Hunger Games, discussing the strategies they learn and their mental preparation.
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Alternate Arena in Boku no Hero Academia (My Hero Acadecemia)
An unexpected villain has appeared creating an unforeseen challenge during the U.A. High Sports Festival. How does the story unfold?
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Heart of the Urn
Imagine the emotional and psychological journey of someone finding Andraste’s Sacred Urn.
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Lyrium Trader’s Dilemma
Create a story where the protagonist is a Lyrium trader, caught between the moral issues surrounding its trade and their survival.
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The Battle Within
Describe a personal conflict that the Hero of Ferelden had to overcome, exploring how it influenced their personal growth.
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Sacred Abnegation
Write about the process of Lyrium intake and its effects on a Templar’s mental integrity.
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The Spirit of Manga
Write a story about an anime adaptation where the original manga’s essence gets lost.
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Unwrapping Moral Dilemma
Reflect on a moral dilemma you’ve faced in the past and how your personal beliefs guided your decision.
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Royal Love in Disguise
A royal character falls in love with a commoner without revealing their true identity.
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Amnesiac Hero
Conceptualize a hero who, after saving the world, loses all memory of his heroic deeds.
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Hidden Agenda
The protagonist is sent on a mission by their trusted mentor but discovers it’s a trap set up by the antagonist.
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The Parallel Universe Dilemma
Create a storyline where your protagonist discovers an alternate universe where their life turned out drastically different.
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Facing the Final Moment
Write a scene where one character is faced with a life-or-death decision that will impact not only their life but the life of another character as well.
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Time Traveler’s Dilemma
Create a story where you find a working time machine, but using it will inevitably have drastic consequences.