56+ ‘Greed’ Writing Prompts
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Wall Street Frenzy
Narrate the story of a banker or stockbroker in the buildup to and aftermath of the 1920 Wall Street Crash.
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Arctic Gold Rush
Imagine the discovery of valuable resources in the Arctic, sparking an intense scramble.
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Mysterious Manor Murder
Write about a high profile murder set in a grand manor during a gathering of wealthy socialites.
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Fall of an Empire
Describe a CEO who has built a business empire on deceit, on the verge of being exposed.
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Stagecoach Treasure Hunt
Write about a motley crew of individuals hunting for a lost stagecoach filled with gold.
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Protocol XAR7002 Breach
Write about a war triggered by breaking a universal peace treaty, known as Protocol XAR7002.
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Macbeth’s Ambition
Write a story from the perspective of Shakespeare’s Macbeth, detailing his thoughts and motivations behind his villainous actions.
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Merciless Mercenary
Create a villain who is a mercenary, inflicting damage for personal gain irrespective of the harm caused to society.
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Disappearing Riches
Imagine you are a treasure hunter with a special ability to see hidden treasures that others can’t, but they disappear when you try to claim them.
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Overcoming Greed’s Grasp
Create a tale about a character that is consumed by greed and how they eventually surmount it.
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The Scorned Leprechaun’s Curse
Write a story where a greedy person gets hold of the Leprechaun’s pot of gold, but it isn’t what they expected.
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Sunscreen War
Imagine a world where sunscreen is akin to a precious gem or an invaluable resource, capable of sparking conflicts.
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Intergalactic Treasure Hunt
Imagine a futuristic world where space pirates compete to uncover a legendary treasure.
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Vanishing Diary
Outline a mystery regarding an old diary found hidden in the town library that gradually disappears after being exposed to daylight.
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The Silent Auction
Write a suspenseful story about a series of strange events that begin to unfold in a small town after a mysterious artifact is put up for auction.
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Alien Object Discovery
Write about an ordinary person who stumbles upon a scientifically advanced yet enigmatic object of alien origin.
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Gatsby and Daisy: Reunion
Write about a second chance meeting between Daisy and Gatsby ten years later.
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Lost City of the Dead
An archaeologist discovers an entrance to an ancient underground city that’s cursed by its deceased inhabitants.
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Black Friday Shopping Spree Saga
Write an imaginative piece about the most chaotic Black Friday you can envision.
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The Eden Project
Envision a group of survivors discovering a lush, untouched area which they intend to turn into their utopia amidst the ruins.
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The Cursed Chest
A group of sailors discovers a chest at the bottom of the sea, which hosts unhappy spirits imprisoned for centuries.
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Fangs in Silicon Valley
Create a narrative where a high-tech Silicon Valley CEO is a vampire, using his influence and resources to conceal his identity.
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Paranormal Particle
Envision a world where the unveiling of a paranormal particle brings forth an age of superpowers and supernatural abilities.
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The Immaculate Inheritance
Imagine a scenario where a wealthy heiress is found dead in her locked mansion, with her valuable inheritance missing.
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Celestial Arrangement
In a universe where stars can be arranged to one’s desire, a conflict arises between individuals or groups with contrasting visions.
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Haunted Artifact
Write about an artifact that, when used correctly, can open a portal to the realm of the undead or the supernatural, and it falls into the wrong hands.
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Lost Relic Retriever
Write about an archaeologist who quietly moonlights as a master thief of ancient artefacts, now drawn into stealing a relic believed to possess supernatural powers.
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Diamonds are Forever
Spin a tale centered around a daring heist to steal the largest uncut diamond in the world from a well-guarded vault.
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From Benevolence to Malevolence
Imagine a philanthropic character who steadily transforms into an antagonistic personality due to a greedy, exploitative system.
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Unresolved Inheritance
Create a story where the matriarch of a family passes away, leaving behind a mysterious and contentious legacy.
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Hauntingly Human
Write about a monster character who embodies the most terrifying aspects of human nature.
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Secret in the Cellar
Develop a suspenseful story involving a character who discovers a hidden secret in their house’s cellar.
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The Burgled Baker
Dissect the seemingly minor crime of a baker’s stolen recipe that spins into a larger conspiracy.
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Motivation behind Malice
Describe the reason that motivates the villain to act with such cruelty and malice towards others.
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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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In the Shadow of Betrayal
Create a suspenseful narrative where two siblings, deeply involved in organized crime, turn on each other.
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Running Clockwork
Following the theft of a priceless antique clock from a museum, your detective hero must race against time to recover the artifact.
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Heist of the Hidden Gem
Ravel the tale of an intricately planned and executed heist of an invaluable artefact that no one knew about before.
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The Treasure’s Secret Curse
Dig into a riveting narrative where the sought-after treasure carries a deadly curse affecting anyone who seeks it.
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Easter Enigma
An antique Easter egg disappears from a grand estate’s annual Easter party, leaving behind a string of cryptic clues.
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Treasure Hunt
Develop a narrative about a high-stakes treasure hunt, exploring the lengths your characters will go for unimaginable riches.
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Pirates and Phantoms
Imagine a scenario where a band of pirates stumble upon a haunted ship that they believe to be laden with treasure.
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Cursed Coin Pile
Your crew finds a chest full of alluring but cursed gold coins, document the subsequent events.
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Lost Thaigs Treasure Hunt
Compose a story about a desperate hunt for an ancient, priceless artifact in the lost thaigs.
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Art Museum Mystery
A valuable artifact goes missing from the city’s Art Museum. Write a mystery story revolving around this event.
