207+ ‘Folklore’ Writing Prompts
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Civilizing Magic
Interpret unicorns, mermaids, fairies or any mythical creature’s introduction into a historic time period.
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Leprechaun-Pocalypse
Imagine a world where the leprechauns’ ‘pot of gold’ turns out to be a doomsday device, and a mischievous leprechaun…
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Groundhog Superhero
Imagine a groundhog has the ability to control the length of fall season when it sees its shadow. Write a…
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Cryptic Town Folklore
Create an original small-town legend surrounding paranormal activities witnessed in October.
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Ghosts in the Graveyard
Write a story describing the origins of a ghost who resides in an ancient, forgotten graveyard.
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Mystical Creature Encounter
Write an exciting story about a day spent with your favourite mythical creature.
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Timeless Tales in Technicolor
Take a classic folklore and reimagine it in a technologically advanced world.
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An Unlikely Alliance
Write a story where a human has has formed a unique friendship with a magical creature.
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Autumn Dragon’s Tale
Imagine a world where the transition to winter is controlled by dragons. Write a captivating story about the November Dragon’s…
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The Tale of Phantasmal Flora
Write about flowers that bloom only at moonlight with enchanting and mysterious abilities.
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Sanctity of the Shamrock
Write about the significance of the shamrock in Irish tradition and its importance to faith.
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Russian Frost Folklore
Describe an epic journey in the extreme Russian winters, where humans and mythical winter spirits coexist.
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Whispers of the African Wind
Create a narrative about the invisible beings that control the African winds, and the pivotal role they play in the…
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Shamrock and National Identity
Describe the relationship between the shamrock and Irish identity. If you were to choose a symbol for your own identity,…
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Blood Alley
An urban legend of your creation haunts a particular alley in the city, pursuing those who dare to cross it…
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Haunted by Banshees
Imagine your family’s reaction to sighting a Banshee, a mythical figure in Irish folklore.
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Giants Causeway Wonderment
Write a myth or legend inspired by the unusual rock formations at the Giant’s Causeway.
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Letter from An Ancestor
Write a letter from an ancestor of yours who has a rich story in your family folklore.
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Groundhog Day Wonder
Craft a story based around Groundhog Day foreshadowing an unusual event for the upcoming year.
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The Ghastly Town Legend
Take a local legend in your town and turn it into a ghastly supernatural story.
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Life of an Easter Day
Imagine you’re a part of an ancient civilization that celebrates Easter in a unique way. How would a typical Easter…
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Easter Bunny Legends
In your own words, create an origin story for the Easter Bunny, drawing from your understanding of folklore and mythology.
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Resurrection Narratives Around the Globe
Draw a parallel between the Easter resurrection story and a myth or folklore from another culture.
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Prevention Over Cure
Write about precautions medieval villagers may have taken to protect themselves from Dracula, whether they’re real or imaginary.
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Ancient Curse
Weave a story about an ancient curse that mysteriously triggers a zombie apocalypse in the modern world.
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Irish Myths and Legends
Write a detailed description of experiencing an Irish myth or legend in real-time.
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Folklore and Legends
Choose a folklore or legend from a foreign culture that fascinates you, and narrate it in your words.
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Haunted Homestays
Pen a story about a traveler who encounters various cultural spirits through their homestay experiences.
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Buried Grudges
Describe a scenario where grudges held by spirits from two different cultures cause chaos.
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St. David’s Day Folklore
Compose a fictional tale based on a St. David’s Day folklore. Launch from there into your own legendary story.
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Magical Pen Pal
Imagine that a mystical creature from mythology or folklore becomes your pen pal. Write your exchange of letters.
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The Magic of the Leprechaun
Write a story centering around a leprechaun’s magical power and how they it uses.
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Haunted Forest
Draft a terrifying story set in a dense forest said to be haunted by restless spirits.
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Whispers of the Sidhe
Craft a narrative focused on a protagonist who suddenly gains the ability to listen and talk to the ‘Little People’…
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Spirits of Sleepy Hollow
Write about a local legend or myth in your town, in the vein of “Sleepy Hollow.”
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Grandparent’s Folklore
Write about a story or folklore your grandparents told you during your childhood that has left a lasting impression.
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Haunted Hideaway
Describe a secluded house deemed haunted by the local town folks due to an unsolved crime.
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A Leprechaun’s Tale
Create a rich narrative detailing a day in the life of a mischievous leprechaun.
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Voodoo Vendetta
Depict a tale about a serial killer who uses voodoo dolls to carry out their heinous deeds.
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Harvest Moon Tales
Write a spooky or mysterious story that takes place under an October Harvest Moon.
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Uplifting Irish Folklore
Choose an encouraging Irish proverb and write an uplifting story around it.
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Extraterrestrial October
Imagine being an astronaut on a space expedition that aligns with the appearance of the October Harvest Moon.
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The Last Unicorn’s Prophecy
A prophecy has been foretold by the last unicorn on the earth. Write a story based on the truth behind…
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Secrets of the Banshee
Create a narrative around an Irish banshee who surprisingly falls in love with a human.
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A Selkie’s Song
Craft a poignant story about a selkie (mythical creature who resembles a seal in water but becomes human on land)…
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Leprechaun Legends
Write a folktale about a mischievous leprechaun and the pranks he played on a helpless village.
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The Mythical Castle
Imagine you are an adventurer who stumbles upon an Irish castle that is rumored to be enchanted.
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Shoemaker Tales
Write about your profession as a leprechaun cobblers, crafting shoes with precision and a touch of magic.
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Leprechaun Myth Debunking
As a leprechaun, debunk or confirm common myths associated with your species.
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Echoes in the Shoals
Imagine a ship long lost at sea, rumored to be haunted, that finally drifts into a harbor. Describe the tales…
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Mariner’s Muse
A ship that was lost and considered a mariner’s tale, returns to haunt the coast where it was last seen.
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Ghost Ship Sightings
Write a tale set in present-day about a repeated sighting of a ghost ship that only appears during full moons.
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The Magician’s Pokemon
Imagine a story in which a young magician’s inexperienced magic spell accidentally transforms a villager into a Pokemon.
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Unmasking A Pokemon Myth
As a Pokemon professor, explore and write a narrative about debunking a Pokemon myth.
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Origins of Legendary Pokemon
Write about the creation or emergence of a Legendary Pokemon within an ancient civilization.
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Fairy Fables
Create a new Fairy Pokemon type, integrating elements of classic fairy tales or myths into its design and abilities.
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Region’s Cultural Impact
Determine what kind of human society developed in one of the Pokemon regions, detailing their customs, traditions, and relationships with…
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Creature from Folklore
Create a Pokemon based on a mythical creature or story from your culture or a culture of interest.
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The Hufflepuff Heirloom
Imagine you have found an old Hufflepuff heirloom, describe the artifact and the story behind it.
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Creepy Folklore Inheritance
Write about a character who inherits an old family heirloom tied to a creepy folklore.
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A Forgotten Monster
Write about a legend or folklore creature that has not been featured in the show.
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Whispering Isles
Create a narrative around a group of treasure hunters searching for a legendary artifact on an uncharted island that only…
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Untold Legends of The Anderfels
Pen down a tale exposing uncharted legends and myths of The Anderfels.
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Lost Civilization
Construct the narrative of a Chasind exploring the ruins of an ancient Alamarri tribe.
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Legend of Witches
Create a story based on the Chasind folklore of witches living deep within the Wilds.
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Myths Alive
Consider well-known cultural myths or folklores to create a supernatural or mysterious context in the anime narrative.