613+ ‘Superhero’ Writing Prompts
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Galactic Hero
Write about a superhero who lives on a distant planet and has to deal with threats both on their planet and from others.
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Retirement Years
Explore the experience of an aged superhero who has now retired from their crime-fighting days.
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Unveiling the Mask
Write from the perspective of a loved one or close friend who discovers the superhero’s real identity.
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Superhero High School
Imagine a high school where every student has a secret superpower. How is the high school experience altered?
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Dual Identity Dilemma
Write about a superhero who struggles to balance their superhuman responsibilities with their earthly roles.
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Everyday Hero
Narrate a day in the life of a superhero who doesn’t have any extraordinary powers but is extraordinary in the everyday things that they do.
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Savior or Tyrant?
In a dystopian world, a superhero rules with an iron fist. Is this superhero a savior or a tyrant?
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SteamPunk Sentinel
Visualize a superhero during the Victorian Era, exploring the intersections of advanced technology, society, and morality.
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Transcendentalist Titan
Create a superhero during the American Transcendentalist Era, whose powers reflect the philosophy of that time.
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Sherwood Forest’s Last Hope
Write about a medieval superhero living in Sherwood Forest, taking a page from the stories of Robin Hood.
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The Ancient Warlord
Imagine a superhero in ancient Rome battling against the dictatorship of a despotic Emperor.
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Superhero ‘Retirement’
Write about an aging superhero transitioning into a normal life after years of defending the world.
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Behind The Mask
Write about a day in the life of your superhero when they are not using their superpowers.
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Heart of the Hero
A superhero’s gadget no longer works, and they must confront evil in their own strength.
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The Uncontrolled Contraption
Imagine a superhero with a gadget that has the ability to control the user instead of the other way around.
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Primal Power Paraphernalia
Create a scenario where a hero’s gadgets are actually high-tech reconstructions of ancient, primitive tools.
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Mystical Mechanic
Write about a superhero who can only access their superpowers through ancient, but trusty, gadgets.
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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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Superhero Redemption
Imagine a scenario where a superhero violates his moral code, but then endeavors to redeem himself.
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Legacy or Loyalty
Design a situation where a superhero is forced to betray a longstanding ally or to defy their inherited moral code.
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The Ethics of Power
Write about a situation where a superhero uses his power for personal gain, violating their moral code.
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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 their limit where they need to choose between the code or saving humanity.
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When Heroes Need a Break
Create a scenario where a superhero working in the hospitality industry, such as a hotel manager, uses their powers for “smaller” crises.
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Everyday Heroes
Write a story about a superhero who is a janitor secretly using his powers for the greater good.
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Heroes Behind the Lens
Craft a story about a superhero who maintains his low profile as a wildlife photographer.
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Caped Crusader Crunch Time
Write a story where a superhero working as an accountant is faced with the biggest tax fraud case.
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Lost Prophecy
The superhero discovers a prophecy suggesting the Apocalypse was necessary for a better world.
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Child of the Apocalypse
The only known superhero left is a teenager who gained their powers as a result of the Apocalypse.
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Fallen Heroes
In a post-apocalyptic world, your protagonist is a superhero who has lost their powers.
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Bionic Warrior: The Evolution of a Hero
Create a story around a bionic superhero whose powers are the product of innovative bioengineering.
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Digital Savior
Compose a story about a superhero who uses their expertise in technology to save the day.
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Unequal Heroes
Write about a superhero’s frustration with the double standards society places on their actions compared to non-superpowered public figures.
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The Hero Paradox
Explore a society that becomes too reliant on their superhero, falling into complacency and jeopardizing their self-government.
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The Privacy Predicament
Write about a superhero who struggles to maintain a private life due to society’s incessant curiosity.
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The Super Anti-Hero
Create a character that is a superhero only by the nature of their powers, but is at odds with society and its expectations.
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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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The Power and the Problem
Contemplate on the philosophical question ‘With great power comes great responsibility’ in context of your superhero.
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Secret Identity Crisis
Write about a superhero enduring an identity crisis between their real identity and their superhero alter ego.
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Life of a Vigilante
Dive into the psyche of a superhero who operates outside the boundaries of law. Delve into the reasons and philosophy behind their choice to be a vigilante.
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Design a Superhero Headquarters
Write about the design of your superhero headquarters, including its location, secret features, and defenses.
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Superhero Diary
Write a diary entry as if you are a superhero finishing up a day filled with heroic deeds.
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Interview With A Superhero
Imagine you are a reporter interviewing a superhero about their most recent daring adventure.
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Superhero Alter Ego
Create a superhero alter ego for yourself and describe their powers, costume, and mission.
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Global Crisis – Superhero’s Response
Construct a global crisis scenario and narrate your superhero’s response to it.
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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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Divide and Conquer
Craft a scenario where a villain strategically divides a superhero team in order to weaken them.
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Conflict Within the Ranks
Write about a disagreement between members of a superhero team that threatens to dismantle the group.
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Playing with Time
Create a story where a superhero team must address a problem or enemy that involves time-travel.
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Supporting Hero’s Journey
Pen down a narrative highlighting a support character in a superhero team, but whose contributions are integral to the team’s success.
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Morality Spectrum in Hero League
Write about the differing views of morality within a superhero team and how they impact decision-making processes.
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Power Balance in Teams
Develop a story around the power dynamics and hierarchy within a superhero group, and how it affects their operations.
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Animating Archetypes
Develop a superhero based primarily around a cultural or mythological archetype, and explain how their actions and powers align with this archetype.
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Unexpected Symbols
Write a narrative revolving around a superhero who doesn’t align with traditional heroic symbolism.
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Color-coded Heroes
In a short story, show how the color choices for a superhero’s costume represent their personality and powers.
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The Emblem’s Power
Choose a logistical symbol (like a shield, bird, or star) and create a unique superhero whose powers are based on the interpretation of this emblem.
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Masked Identity
Write about an original superhero whose powers and purpose are symbolized through the design of their superhero mask.
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Bio-Base in Wilderness
Create a headquarters hidden in nature, maintained naturally and encourages cohabitation of superhero and wilderness.
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Timeless Temple
Create an ancient, mystical base for a superhero who draws power from history and legends.
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Subterranean Sanctuary
Imagine a superhero’s underground headquarters and describe it in vivid detail.
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A Day in Superhero School
Imagine a day in a special school that trains superheroes. Share your experiences.
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Defeating The Monster
Write an adventure story where you, as a superhero, must defeat a scary monster.
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My Pet, The Superhero!
Your pet has miraculously gained superpowers! Describe the adventures you both embark on.
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Everlasting Echoes
Explore a scenario where a superhero, blessed with immortality, falls in love with a mortal.