18+ ‘Homeland’ Writing Prompts
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The Unseen Patriot
Imagine you are a double agent in World War II, working to mislead enemy forces while all along being true to your homeland.
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Vampire and Dragon Alliance
Write about a reluctant alliance between a vampire and a dragon to save their shared magical realm.
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Lament of the Land
Write from the perspective of the homeland itself witnessing the mass suffering, starvation and emigration.
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Melting Pot Tales
Scribe a story about a group of Irish immigrants and the diverse community who they interact with.
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Caught in the Crossfire
Write about living in Ireland during the tumultuous times of the Easter Rising or the Irish Civil War.
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St. Patrick’s Day Parade: The First March
Imagine you are an Irish immigrant in NYC in the 18th century participating in the first St. Patrick’s Day parade. Describe your feelings, motivations, and experiences.
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Journey as an Immigrant
Imagine migrating to America in the early 20th century. What brought you here and what was your journey like?
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Ancient Warlord’s Curse
Write about an ancient warlord’s ghost who returns to his conquered land every 100 years.
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Fire God’s Trial
Craft a story where a young warrior must pass the trial of a fire god to save his frost-bound homeland.
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Emerald Isle Ancestry
Describe the traditions your Irish ancestors brought with them when they left their homeland.
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Galaxy Farewell
Write about a heartfelt farewell your character has with their beloveds or homeland before leaving for a new galaxy.
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The Restless Guide
Create a narrative about a ghost from a foreign land who guides lost spirits in their homeland.
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Steampunk Explorer
Imagine a Victorian-era explorer who discovers a new land rich with futuristic machinery.
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Exiled to Find Home
Develop a story about a character banished from their homeland who finds a way to return despite numerous obstacles.
