272+ ‘Sacrifice’ Writing Prompts
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Last Humanity Stand
Create a monologue that captures the moment a leader rouses their jaded group to make a stand against the zombie…
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Facing The Horde
Narrate a scenario where you have to confront a group of zombies to save your post-apocalyptic community.
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Gift of the Magi Redux
Write a story that is a modern day retelling of the ‘Gift of the Magi’ story. Make the setting contemporary…
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Self-Sacrificing Antagonists
Create a villain willing to sacrifice themselves for a cause they believe in.
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Heart of Humanity
Explore the moral dilemmas and choices individuals have to make as society falls into chaos.
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The Strength of Sacrifice
Pen a story about a character who makes a significant sacrifice for a friend.
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Secret Affections
Write a story about a love that can never be revealed due to societal pressures or norms.
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Final Stand
Write about a beleaguered group of warriors making their final stand against a much stronger enemy.
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Mercy of the Sunlight
Write about a vampire who is in love with the sunrise, something they can’t witness without suffering harm.
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Mortal Embrace
Contemplate on a human falling in love with a vampire but who must become one to be with them forever.
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The Bloodless Vow
Pen a tale about a vampire striving for redemption by abstaking from consuming human blood.
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The Mortal Mingle
A vampire falls in love with a human and decides to go against his own kind to protect his love.
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Heroes of Love
Narrate an episode where a soldier does something heroic on Valentine’s Day that is not related to the war but…
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Beyond the Cross: Personal Reflection
Take the symbol of the cross, a profound Easter representation, and elaborate on what it means to you personally.
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Behind Closed Doors
Chronicle a seemingly perfect suburban family which maintains a façade, hiding a devastating secret.
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Double Life
Narrate a tale about a character who leads a double life and the moment when their secret is uncovered.
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Empathy Surge
Write about a superhero who doesn’t possess super strength or fast speed, but rather an intense level of empathy.
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Heroic Rescue in the Cosmos
Write about a protagonist achieving a heroic deed by saving not a city or country, but a whole galaxy.
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The Role of St. Valentine
Write about the role St. Valentine played in the creation of this holiday.
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The Secret Identity
Write about your superhero’s struggle to maintain their secret identity and how it impacts their daily life.
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Tricking the Forest Spirit
Write a narrative about a humble villager who tricks a mischievous forest spirit to save their village.
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Lonely at the Top
Create a story where a superhero, traumatized by loss, isolates themselves from the world.
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Unwanted Superpower
Write about a superhero who views their superpower as a curse due to a traumatic event.
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Lifetime Paradox
Imagine a character encounters a ghost from the future, warning them of their own impending doom.
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The Faulty Future
In a dystopian future ruled by an unforgiving authoritarian regime, a group of insurgent time-travellers must carry out a horrifying…
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Destiny and the Star-Crossed
Design a plotline where destiny is inevitable, and yet a pair of unlucky lovers defy the odds.
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Failing the Test
Write a scenario where the villain achieves their ultimate goal, only to realize that they have lost something precious in…
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Invisible Saving Grace
Write about a superhero who is blessed with an unwelcome power of invisibility.
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A Famine’s Love Story
Narrate the tale of two lovers who meet at the worst of times during the Irish potato famine.
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The Footprints of Jesus
Write a first-person account of the Passion, Crucifixion, and Resurrection from the perspective of Jesus.
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Ultimate Sacrifice
Your superhero faces a scenario where only their demise can save humanity. Would they willfully tread that path?
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Love and Sacrifice
Write a story where a superhero’s love interest willingly decides to become a villain to save the superhero from a…
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Sacrifice of Normalcy
Imagine a superhero who yearns for an ordinary life, but their powers and responsibilities prevent them from having it.
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Unrecognized Hero
Write about a superhero who is never recognized or appreciated for their courageous efforts.
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The Abdicated Throne
Imagine a royal character who willingly gives up their throne for something they value more.
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The Cost of Prophecy
Write about a prophecy that, though it ensures salvation for many, demands a monumental sacrifice.
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Unexpected Oracle
In a world of warriors, write about a common person who becomes an unexpected oracle.
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Regifted Joy
Reflect on a time when you regifted something you loved and why you chose to part with it.
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Redemption Song
Detail the path of redemption Darth Vader takes towards the end of his life and how it changes the perception…
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Bittersweet Victory
Describe a situation in which the character achieves their goal, but the victory feels hollow due to personal loss.
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Dreadful Countdown
Your protagonist receives a mysterious, suspense-filled warning counting down to a catastrophic event.
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The Superhero’s Lost Love
Write about an aging superhero and a romantic relationship from their past that had to be sacrificed for the sake…
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The Superhero’s Last Stand
Imagine a scenario where your aging superhero makes one final formidable show of bravery.
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Balancing Technology and Privacy
Write a short essay discussing the balance between convenience provided by technology and the potential invasion of privacy.
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Haunted by Choices
Your protagonist is forced to make a life-altering decision that causes others’ deaths.
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The Secret Society
Engage in a story about a secret society that deals with supernatural threats, their trials and tribulations.
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Black Hole Heroism
Imagine a superhero willing to venture into a black hole to prevent a cosmic catastrophe.
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The Anonymous Savior
Write about a superhero whose moral code drives them to maintain absolute anonymity while they save the world.
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Unmasking Moral Boundaries
Consider a superhero who has a strict moral code that prohibits them from killing, now this hero is pushed to…
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Existential Superheroes
What is the purpose of a superhero’s existence beyond fighting crime and defending the innocent?
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Superhero’s Secret Identity
Explore the reasons behind why your superhero maintains a secret identity.
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The Great Sacrifice
Write a story in which one member of the superhero team makes a noble sacrifice.
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Star-Crossed Love
Write about the hidden love between Anakin Skywalker and Padme Amidala, focusing on their secret marriage.
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Secrets in Shadows
In your story, convey the experience of an undercover agent, who, for reasons they can’t reveal, is forced to betray…
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The Game of Chess
Develop a story where a detective must utilize the principles of chess in order to solve a mysterious crime.
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Hidden Artisan
Craft a tale about a highly talented artist who, due to certain reasons, is hiding their identity.
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Masked Crusader
Imagine a superhero trying to conceal their power and identity in a normal, mundane life.
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Forbidden Fields
A wealthy landlord’s son falls in love with a penniless worker’s daughter who works in their fields.
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The Hidden Kingdom
A queen hides her kingdom from the world to protect it but falls in love with an outsider.
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Midnight Call
Write about a retired superhero who is persuaded back into action for a life-threatening crisis.
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Titanic’s Unsung Heroes
Write a fictional account of the Titanic disaster, focusing on the story of an unknown hero.
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Chasing the Golden Fleece
Transport yourself into the shoes of Jason and the Argonauts, reimagining their quest for the Golden Fleece.
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The Grimm Cinderella
What if Cinderella wasn’t escaping her stepmother, but a deranged serial killer?
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Understanding Fasting
Detail your experiences with fasting during Ramadan, including the physical changes, emotional shifts, and spiritual insights.
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Magical Object Quest
Write about a protagonist who has to retrieve a magical artifact that has the power to save or destroy their…
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The Silent Heroes
Narrate a story of an animal used in warfare and their relationship with a soldier.
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Runaway Train
A high-speed train with malfunctioning brakes is all the hype, with lives hanging in balance.
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Spellbound Swordfighter
Pen a tale about a sword-wielding protagonist who depends on a cursed but powerful weapon.
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Rescue Mission In the Asteroids
Your spaceship received a distress call from an unknown entity located amidst a deadly asteroid belt. Describe your perilous journey…
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The Protective Bounty Hunter
Dive into a story where you are the Mandalorian, tasked with protecting a precious bounty.
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Dragon’s Bargain
The princess offers herself to a dragon to secure her kingdom’s safety. How does she befriend it and change her…
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The Unfair Trade
Your superhero had to give up something they dearly loved in order to gain their powers. What was it and…
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Arctic Rescue Mission
Write about a daring rescue mission in the frigid polar wilderness after an expedition goes wrong.
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Valor in Battle
Write about the Pearl Harbor attack from the perspective of a nurse or medic under siege, doing everything they can…
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Technology and Privacy
Present your opinion on the balance between technology advancement and user privacy in the digital age.
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The Unseen Guardian
In this prompt, write about a ghost that has vowed to protect a person or place.
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Veterans Day Hero Chronicles
Share a story about a veteran you know or admire, painting a vivid picture of their service.
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Veterans Day Veneration
Describe a Veterans Day in November that was particularly significant to you.
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Love Without Bloodshed
In a world where vampires can sustain only by consuming the blood of their destined beloved ones, write about a…
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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…
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The Taboo Love Affair
Write a story about a forbidden love affair that must be navigated with extreme discretion.
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The Harvest Sacrifice
In a small farming community, a gruesome murder coincides with the worst harvest in the town’s history.
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The Last Breath
Chase a horror story where a mystic proclaims the protagonist will die once they speak their next hundred words.
