23+ ‘Ethos’ Writing Prompts
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Beneath Cloaks and Daggers
Set in the Cold War era, you are a spy in the competing climate of the space race.
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Ethereal Ethos
Compose a story about a society where everybody has different kinds of superhuman abilities.
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Sculpting My Values
List your values in the order of their importance, and describe the pivotal moments that shaped them.
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Unsung Heroes
Reflect on a childhood hero or role model, real or imaginary, and your relationship to them.
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Crisis of Loyalty
Write about a scenario where a superhero’s allegiance is tested – to their team, their country, or their personal ethos.
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Legal Drama
Develop a storyline revolving around a rookie lawyer handling a high-profile case that could determine their career.
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Risen Conversations
Imagine a discussion between two faith-based characters grappling with their belief in the resurrection story.
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Dreidel Spin Stories
Invent a tale based on the four sides of the Dreidel: Nun, Gimel, Hay, and Shin.
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Traditions Turned Upside Down
Imagine your family’s most ingrained tradition completely subverted. How would it change your family dynamics?
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The Final Frontier Charge
Write about an epic space invasion involving fleets of starships from different galaxies, aiming to conquer a strategic system.
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Reshaping Traditions
Challenge the concept of Valentine’s day by imagining a tradition that replaces it.
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At Dawn, We Sail
Write about the emotions and feelings of a young Viking stepping onto a longship for the first time.
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Rival Rendezvous
Write a story where members of two rival K-pop bands meet secretly and form an unexpected friendship.
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A Maker’s Mercy
Write about a character seeking atonement in the eyes of the Maker, the divine entity acknowledged in Ferelden’s Chantry.
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Championing a Cause
Write about a cause you’ve passionately advocated for or any social issue that deeply moved you.
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Leadership Reflections
Reflect on your leadership style and how it influences the culture of your business.
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Portraits of Pride
Write about a person in your family who perfectly embodies your family values and why.
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Defining Values
Write about the core values that tie your family together and how they were instilled in you.
