176+ ‘Pressure’ Writing Prompts
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A Race Against Time
Write a narrative where the protagonist is faced with a journey that needs to be completed within a strict time…
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Battle of Absolutes
Write about a situation where the superhero’s arch-nemesis presents an ultimatum, a decision that could either save or destroy the…
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“A Race Against Time”
Your protagonist is faced with a task that must be completed within a specific time limit.
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Clock Ticking Bomb
There is a bomb about to go off and your protagonist is the only one who can defuse it.
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Bug Out Bag
Your main character’s bug-out-bag has gone missing in the midst of impending disaster, discover what happens next.
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Reluctant Royalty
Create a royal character who is not interested in ruling and would rather live a common life.
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Suburban Drama
Compile a series of narratives on the personal dramas and unforeseen occurrences unfolding in a seemingly flawless suburban neighbourhood.
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Cursed Bloodline
The youngest member of a notorious magical family comes of age and must battle the stigma attached to their bloodline.
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The Lost Stepsisters’ Chronicle
Write about Cinderella’s stepsisters who were left behind in the original story. Show the story through their points of view.
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Superpowered Schooling
Describe how a child superhero would navigate the challenges of schooling, given their extraordinary skills.
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Race Against Time
Your character is involved in a high-stakes, time-sensitive chase where every second counts.
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Relentless Pursuit
Write about a protagonist who is being chased by an exceptional tracker, but they have an uncanny ability to lose…
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Shadow of Surveillance
Craft a narrative where the protagonist is under constant covert surveillance.
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Black Friday Madness
Write about the craziest Black Friday story you’ve encountered or dream up your own.
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The Artist on the Pitch
Write a first-person narrative from the perspective of a baseball pitcher during a high-pressure game.
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The Mid-Term Ghost Story
Write a supernatural tale based in your school during mid-term examinations.
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Closing the Homework Gap
Argue about the necessity, or lack thereof, of assigning homework to high school students.
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Standing Up to Peer Pressure
Argue for or against the idea that teenagers can resist peer pressure by using their own judgement and reasoning.
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Anti-Valentine’s Day Manifesto
Craft a manifesto for those who reject the commercialization and traditional aspects of Valentine’s Day.
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Heroic Acts
Write a fictional story about a volunteer of the American Red Cross performing an act of heroism.
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Era of Cryptic Codes
During WWII, your protagonist is a codebreaker deciphering encrypted enemy communications.
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Vanishing Magic
In a world where magic is dying out and your protagonist is the last known mage, write about their struggle…
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The Big Match
Imagine you are one of the key players in a big sports match. Write about this experience.
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Journey of the Unsung Hero
Write about the daily life of a cargo captain, detailing his challenges and rewards.
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Epic Fishing Tournament
Write about a heated fishing tournament onboard the fishing boat where everything that could go wrong did.
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Historical Flight Deck
Set your story on an aircraft carrier during a significant historical event, detailing how the crew responds to the pressure…
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The Burden of Command
Write about a ship captain faced with a difficult decision that tests their leadership and character.
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Emergency on the High Seas
Craft a story about an emergency scenario on a cruise ship and describe its resolution.
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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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Captivating Coordinator
Write about being a renowned Pokemon Contest coordinator dealing with fame and pressures.
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Wizard’s Chess Adventure
As Ron, write a short adventure story about a life-or-death match of wizard’s chess.
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Friendship Vs. House Rivalry
Analyse the friendship of Draco Malfoy and Harry Potter against the backdrop of their house rivalry.
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Nightly Stalker
An invisible ghostly entity stalks a person every night, and they must outwit it to see the dawn.
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Judges Judged
Create a fanfic where regular participants of a reality shows switch roles with the judges.
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Caught in a Virtual Vortex
Characters are trapped in a virtual reality game and must complete it to escape.
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Exploration of the Darkspawn Hordes
Write a story about a band of explorers who set off to journey through The Deep Roads in Dragon Age,…
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Longing for Normalcy
Write about a Grey Warden’s longing for a normal life amidst their sacred duty.
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Harbinger of Hope
Craft a story revolving around a single character who could potentially make a difference in a lifeless world.
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Ultimate Showdown
Write a high-stakes competition where the protagonist’s school or community’s reputation rests on the outcome.
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Throne of Thorns
Detail a time of intense personal pressure, how you navigated it and how it shaped your mental toughness.
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Debt Devourer
Write a letter to your debts detailing how you feel towards them and your plans to overcome them.
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Crowning Career Commitments
Dwell upon your first day at a significant job or any career transition.
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Chef for the Day
You have been made the chef for a day at a five-star restaurant. Write about the experience.
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Hero Within
Write about a character from a book, movie, or TV series that handles stress and anxiety in a way you…
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Journey of the Airship Engineer
Compose a narrative about an airship engineer who must fix a critical failure on his ship whilst in-flight.
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Trade Deadline Drama
Imagine you’re the manager of your favorite sports team during a high-stakes trade deadline. What moves do you make and…
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Ballerina’s Backstage Rhythms
Write a story detailing the thoughts, feelings, and routines of a ballerina right before stepping onto the stage.
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Forbidden Love
Create a narrative around two people who love each other deeply, but due to societal norms, their union is frowned…
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Strength in Crisis
Draft a compelling scene where your main character handles a crisis or a challenging situation.
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Reality TV Reimagined
Write a dialogue between two reality TV show contestants, but from a futuristic or fantastical show that doesn’t exist.
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Establishing Core Beliefs
Write about a character who stands firm in their beliefs, regardless of societal pressure.
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Infamous Disappearance
Imagine that the most powerful person in the world has gone missing. You are the detective tasked with solving the…