19+ ‘Slapstick’ Writing Prompts
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Create a Comic Character
Imagine a comic character, detailing their traits, quirks, and comedic style.
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The Comedic Heist
Tell a story of a group of underdog thieves planning and executing a risky heist, while also dealing with hilariously…
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Alien Zoo Escapade
Detail the story of some planets’ most notorious space animals escaping their intergalactic zoo.
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Synchronized Swimming…on Land
Imagine a group of synchronized swimmers forced to perform their routine on dry land.
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The Unlikely Cheerleader
Narrate an unexpected incident where an uptight school principal is left with no choice but to join the cheerleading squad.
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Rugby Woes, Bowling Pros
Write about a group of rugby players who, due to a scheduling error, arrive at a bowling tournament instead –…
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Makeover Madness
Write about a disastrous attempt at a home makeover/reconstruction which surprisingly works out in the end.
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Lunchroom Laughter
Explore the humorous, ridiculous, or embarrassing incidents that took place in your school canteen.
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Napoleon’s Abdominal Troubles
Imagine the story of a crucial battle in the Napoleonic Wars where the renowned leader’s digestive issues lead to an…
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The Unpredictable Magic Hat
Write about a magical hat that gives you random superpowers whenever you put it on.
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The April Fools Vanishing
On April Fools Day, a local jokester suddenly disappears without a trace, leaving the town baffled.
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High School Hijinks
Compose a narrative set in a high school where everything and everyone are dramatically over-the-top and melodramatic but with comedic…
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Misadventures of a klutz
Craft a story based on the humorous mishaps of a character who is notoriously clumsy.
