27+ ‘Status quo’ Writing Prompts
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Undoing the Utopia Mirage
Craft a story around a villain who seeks to dismantle a seemingly perfect utopia as he views it as an…
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Bloodline Secrets
Imagine a vampire detective who must solve a murder within his own ancient vampire clan.
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Techno-tribes Rebellion
Create a story set amid a conflict between the powerful hi-tech corporations and the techno-tribes rebelling against their control.
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The Hidden Truth
Develop a narrative in a dystopian society where the government controls the information, and a group of rebels is trying…
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Deflected Prophecy
Write about a character who is predicted to bring about a great change or tragedy, only to fundamentally avert the…
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Cursed Chronicles
Craft a story using the framework of an existing tale of a curse that has plagued a family for generations.
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Echoes from the Silence
Craft a story about a journalist venturing into a quiet small town only to discover an old unsolved mystery under…
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Pack Hierarchy
Write about a werewolf who is born into the lowest rank of a pack but has bigger ambitions.
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Terrifying Town of Torments
Create a small town, where horrifying events occur regularly and are considered normal.
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The Flavor Inventor
Design a new flavor of ice cream and write about the process of creating it, how it tastes, and how…
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Bloodless Revolution
Write about a society of vampires deciding to renounce their blood-drinking ways.
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Challenging the Status Quo
Talk about a time when you disagreed with an existing norm or rule and decided to challenge it.
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The Revelation Rain
Develop a character who undergoes a major personal revelation during a heavy rainstorm.
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Fountain of Degree
Recount a situation where you sipped from the Fountain of All Wisdom-Breeding and explore how the wisdom you gained changed…
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Alternate History – According to Fandom
Write a historical alternate universe (AU) fanfiction where a pivotal moment in history occurs differently.
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Unexpected Hero
In a dystopian society, a seemingly ordinary citizen becomes an unlikely hero. Write their story.
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Embracing Change
Write about a major change that upset your normal routine or lifestyle but resulted in significant personal growth.
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Soundtrack of an Era
Examine a popular music album from a particular decade, detailing its influence on society and culture.
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Renaissance Ruminations
A famous artist during the Italian Renaissance disappears without a trace. Write from the perspective of a friend trying to…
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Ancestral Achievements
Compose a piece about your family ancestor who achieved something remarkable.
