15+ ‘Self-preservation’ Writing Prompts
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Sympathetic Mind-controller
Create a villain with the power to control minds, yet uses it out of necessity rather than malice.
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The Anti-hero’s Code
Create a narrative about an anti-hero living on the fringes of a high-tech society.
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Lone Wolf Syndrome
The protagonist chose a solitary survival path, to avoid the pain of loss, only to find themselves wracked with guilt over those they could have helped.
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Golden Hearts in a Deadly World
Write from the perspective of heroic people who are battling not just for survival, but for the preservation of humanity.
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Redemption of a Smuggler
Imagine a scenario where Han Solo’s conscience leads him to abandon his smuggler life for good.
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Sibling Shadows
Write about a child who discovers that their sibling is actually a malevolent creature.
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Transparent Letters
Compose a letter to a person who you feel has wronged you in the past, without any intention of sending it.
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Creature Comforts in Chaos
Portray the significance of pets providing emotional stability in a post-apocalyptic world.
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Constructing Personal Fortresses
Create a list of non-negotiable boundaries for your personal and professional life.
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Sirens of the Deep
Spin a story around the alluring, dangerous creatures that live in the abyss and their interactions with those above.
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Deserted Town
Tell the tale of a group of friends who stumble upon an abandoned town which comes alive with creepy occurrences at night.
