66+ ‘Mask’ Writing Prompts
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The Motif of Masks
Create a character who wears a metaphorical mask to hide their true feelings, but has the mask slipping in certain…
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Nostalgia Trip
Create a narrative about a memorable trip from the past, wishfully reimagined in 2020’s context.
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Laughing Assassin
Write about a charismatic assassin who utters clever catchphrases before striking his targets.
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Behind the Mask
Devise a villain who hides their malevolent nature under the guise of a helpful, caring persona.
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Enchanted Valentine’s Dance
Describe a Valentine’s Day dance where everyone must wear an enchanted mask that reveals their true feelings.
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Evil Uncovered
Write about a villain whose evil nature is revealed due to an unexpected twist of fate.
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Flesh and Blood
Write from the perspective of a villain, considering not just their sinister actions, but also their human characteristics and vulnerabilities.
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Sinister Secrets
Write about a character who constantly smiles and is excessively pleasant, but has a dark secret.
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Hidden Behind The Mask
Write about a mysterious masked stranger who crash lands into a high-society masquerade party hosted by an aristocratic woman. The…
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Dual Lives
Write from the perspective of your superhero’s mundane, everyday alter ego and how they cope with their two lives.
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Behind The Mask
Write a story where the love interest falls for the superhero, not knowing their real identity is someone they dislike.
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Life Behind the Mask
Write about the daily routine of a superhero’s alter ego, with all the mundane challenges they face.
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The Mask of Gentrification
Consider a society where gentrification seems like progress but is really a villain.
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The Mask of Authenticity
Explore the concept of authenticity as a mask one chooses to wear or remove.
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The Humanity Behind the Mask
Analyze the persona and real life of a superhero, and the influences that drive their actions.
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Behind the Mask
Write a backstory for a comic villain, exploring their journey to becoming the antagonist.
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Unveiling the Mask
Imagine a stereotypical villain who reveals a shockingly sympathetic side to their character. How do they maintain their terrifying facade…
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The Masked Man
Discuss the symbolism behind Darth Vader’s iconic mask and suit, examining how it reflects and influences his character.
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Unveiling the Mask
Write from the perspective of a loved one or close friend who discovers the superhero’s real identity.
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Dual Identity Dilemma
Write about a superhero who struggles to balance their superhuman responsibilities with their earthly roles.
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Behind The Mask
Write about a day in the life of your superhero when they are not using their superpowers.
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Masked Identity
Write about an original superhero whose powers and purpose are symbolized through the design of their superhero mask.
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Breaking Down the Mask
Write a monologue where a superhero shares the real person beneath their super identity.
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Doppelgänger On Assignment
An accomplished international spy discovers that their next assignment is to impersonate an ordinary civilian who happens to be their…
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Ballad of the Moonlit Dance
Write a scene where your characters fall in love during a midsummer night’s masquerade ball.
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The Emotion Behind the Mask
Write about an emotion you often hide from others and explore why you keep it hidden.
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Venetian Masked Ball Mystery
Write about a notorious cat burglar stealing an invaluable mask from a lavish masquerade ball in Venice.
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Terror in Paradise
A paradise island vacation turns into a nightmarish experience when guests start disappearing one by one, with little more than…
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Underneath the Mask
Write from the perspective of a minor superhero struggling with their dual identity.
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Behind the Mask
Craft a narrative where the protagonist’s friendly neighbor is hiding a dreadful secret.
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Monster Mask
Construct a story about a villain that is not human but takes on human characteristics.
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Office Rivalry Romance
Write about two coworkers, often at odds with each other, who realize their feelings for one another.
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Shambling Through Samba
Imagine a zombie outbreak during Rio de Janeiro’s Carnival, and consider the blending of Brazilian culture with the struggle for…
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Master of Disguise
Write a story where a character adopts a new identity. Unveil the reason behind this change, and how it affects…
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The Mask We Wear
Imagine and describe an emotion as if it were a mask you could put on and take off.
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Behind My Smiles
Write about a time when you had to pretend to be happy, but you were hurting inside.
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Unveiling the Mask
Write about a character removing their ‘mask’ and revealing their true selves to another character.
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Tracking the Phantom Art Thief
Create a thrilling adventure and chase between a seasoned detective and a notorious, elusive art thief.
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Trapped in Grief
Create a narrative in which a character is unable to move past a tragic event causing intense grief.
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The Valentine’s Mask
Pen a fairy tale about a disguised character attending a Valentine’s day masquerade ball.
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Unveiling the Mask
Describe a time when you believed you had to portray yourself differently than your true self, and discuss how this…
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The Mask Removal
List three facades you often wear and describe one situation for each where the mask slipped off, revealing your true…
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Behind The Mask
Write a short story about a seemingly happy and ‘successful’ individual who is privately battling with a deep depression.
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Hidden in Humor
Write about a character who uses humor as a defense mechanism to cope with their depression.
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Mask of Happiness
Pen down a narrative where someone is forced to wear a ‘mask’ of happiness in their relationship to cover their…
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The Mask of Functioning Depression
Detail the challenges you faced while dealing with functioning depression, a condition where people can carry on with their everyday…
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Truth Behind The Mask
Tailor a narrative around the people who are closest to a superhero, yet do not know about their secret identity.
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Enemy Behind the Mask
Write about a hero who discovers their greatest enemy is somebody they cherished.
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Meaning in a Material World
Explore the relationship between happiness and material possessions in a poetic context.
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Behind the Mask
Construct a narrative in which the main antagonist deceives the hero by posing as their closest ally.
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Unmasked Intentions
Craft a dialogue where two characters say one thing but imply an entirely different thing.
