190+ ‘System’ Writing Prompts
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Zombie Monarchy
Explore the possibility of a royal monarchy, complete with a king, queen, and court, within a zombie apocalypse.
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Question of Justice
Write about a zombie standing trial for their actions while they were under the influence of zombification.
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Misinterpreted Magic
Create a story where the magic system is based on modern technology that fairy tale characters constantly misinterpret.
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Perplexed by Percentages
Imagine a world where everything is measured in percentages. Write a short story about navigating through this world.
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Understanding Democracy
Write about what Democracy means to you and detail a situation where you experienced it personally.
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Fantasy Sports League
Design and describe your own fantasy sports league and the rules that would govern it.
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Education and Opportunity Gap
Write about the education system in your area. Does it offer equal opportunities for all students, regardless of their socio-economic…
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Discovering AI
Imagine you’re part of the team that has just invented the first sentient Artificial Intelligence system. Describe your feelings and…
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Emotion over Law
Your antihero prioritizes emotional connections over laws established by the society.
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Our School in 2050
Write a futuristic article predicting how the school would look, operate, and evolve by the year 2050.
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The Vampire Hierarchy
Consider a vampire society with a rigid class system based on age and lineage.
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Subway Sorcery
Write a story about a magical society functioning within the subway system of a sprawling city.
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Afterlife’s Laws
Imagine a world where spirits are governed by strict legal system similar to human world.
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Magical Mysteries
Concoct a story revolving around a magic system. Suppose magic is the primary power source governing this world.
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Dark Tunnel Despair
Your group is stuck in an underground tunnel system with both ends blocked by zombies.
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Underground Subway Pursuit
Write a scene where a detective is chasing a criminal through a maze-like subway system.
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Loner’s Journey
The superhero is cut-off from their support system, friends, and allies, write about their journey of surviving alienation, and possibly,…
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Mirror Facing
Explore the internal debate a superhero may have when they have to follow the law or follow their moral compass.
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The Theodosian Walls
Create a story about a soldier stationed on the Theodosian Walls, defending Constantinople from invaders.
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Debate on Education Inequality
Reflect on the inequalities present in the educational system and propose a solution.
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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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Superheroes Under Scrutiny
Describe a world where Superheroes must work for the government and follow bureaucratic processes.
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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…
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The Forgotten Civilization
Weave a tale about archaeologists discovering an ancient, advanced civilization hidden in a cavern system.
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The Art of Arcana
Write about a magic system where the effectiveness of spells depends on creativity and flair.
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The Nature of Evil
Discuss your beliefs regarding the concept of evil in relation to your spiritual or religious views.
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Ethereal Space Convict
In a universe where every crime is recorded and broadcasted, tell the story of a fugitive en route to the…
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Planet’s Voice
You are a planet in a solar system far away from Earth. Narrate your cosmic journey from your creation to…
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The Righteous Killer
Write a story about a serial killer who believes they are committing murders for a higher purpose.
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Children of Shadows
Write about a world where every child is groomed to join ‘The Order’- a secret society, from birth.
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Unseen Microscopic Heroes
Imagine a day in the life of a beneficial bacterium in our body. What would it do? How does it…
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Solar System Sojourn
Imagine you’re traveling through our solar system, visiting each planet. Write about your journey and what you see.
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Planet Redesign
If you were given the chance to redesign any planet in our solar system, which one would it be and…
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Cybernetic Assassination
Tell a story of a detective working on solving a murder committed via a network of sentient AIs.
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A World of Algorithms
Picture living in a future where algorithms not only influence but make every single decision in society.
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Santa’s Apprentice
Imagine being chosen as Santa Claus’ apprentice. How would your vision and practices differ from the man in red?
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Undoing The Unabomber
Write a story where the Unabomber, Theodore ‘Ted’ Kaczynski, was caught earlier.
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Musical Language
Create a story where communication is solely through music – melodies, rhythms and harmonies replace words.
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Faith Through the Ages
Reflect on how your faith or belief system has evolved as you’ve grown older.
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Should Juveniles be tried as Adults?
Discuss whether adolescent offenders committing heinous crimes should receive punishment equivalent to adult criminals.
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My Favourite Planet
Pick your favourite planet in the solar system and describe what you love about it.
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Medieval Magic School
Write a story about an ordinary medieval child’s first day at a school for magic.
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Recycling Today for Earth Tomorrow
Craft a step by step guide on how you would implement a recycling system in a community that has never…
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The Super Lobbyist
A superhero-turned-lobbyist uses their powers to sway political outcomes. What are the effects?
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Puppet President
The newly elected president learns that he is merely a figurehead, controlled by an unknown power brokering group.
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Mechanical Guardian
Craft a tale about a fully autonomous artificial intelligence system that becomes a high-tech superhero.
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Solar System Exploration
Imagine you’ve been selected as part of a mission to another planet or moon in our solar system. Tell the…
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Spiritual Practices
Write a story set in a precolonisation Native American tribe where the main character is chosen to be a shaman.
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Magic in the Métro
Imagine a magical world hidden within the hustle and bustle of a modern city subway system.
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The Role of Policy in Migration
Discuss one policy related to migration and share your opinion on its effectiveness and potential improvements.
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Romance Lottery
Imagine a world where romantic partners are chosen through a lottery system. How does this affect your protagonist’s love life?
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Duck, Dodge, and Dance
Write about a staid dodgeball game that suddenly turns into a spontaneous dance competition.
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Space Archaeology
An ancient alien spaceship is discovered on the edge of our solar system. You are the researcher assigned to figure…
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Inscribed Incantations
Create a system of runic magic, where the very act of writing becomes a magical ritual.
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Emotion-Centered Magics
Imagine a magic system where the strength and type of magic a person wields is directly linked to their emotions.
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Serial Killer on the Loose
Capture the perceptive mind of a serial killer while steering clear of cliches.
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Unmapped Territories
Write about an interstellar explorer making a monumental discovery, like a new star system or alien life form.
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“Eternal Politics”
Write about vampire politicians and how the prospect of eternal life affects the political system.
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Travel in Time with Numbers
Write about a journey to ancient civilizations, exploring how people in the past used math differently.
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Understanding Our Solar System
Write about the solar system, detailing each planet and its unique characteristics.
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Resolution Revolution
Write a story where New Year’s resolutions are mandated by the government, and your protagonist resolves to defy the system.
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Myth-Inspired Invention
Create a novel, innovative device or system that is inspired by an element or idea from mythology.
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Covert Operation Blues
Write about a covert operative who discovers a shocking secret about their command.
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Setting up Systems
Write about a system or routine you’ve implemented in your daily life and the difference it has made.
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Malfunctioning AI
Write a story in which an artificial intelligence system starts behaving inexplicably.
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Race Against Time – Pompeii
Write a letter as a citizen of Pompeii, describing the day Mount Vesuvius erupted.
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Confronting Apartheid
Write about a character who stands against the oppressive regime of Apartheid in South Africa.
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Personalize Grading
Describe a personal grading system you would create specifically for 7th grade writing prompts. What would it look like and…
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Rise Through The Ranks
Tell the journey of an individual from the lower echelons of the Galactic Empire rising to a high position.
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From Benevolence to Malevolence
Imagine a philanthropic character who steadily transforms into an antagonistic personality due to a greedy, exploitative system.
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Solar System Secrets
Create a hypothesis about why Pluto was demoted from being a planet and write a conclusion based on your research.
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Forgotten Heroes
Write about your childhood hero(s) – real, fictional, or mythical – and describe the qualities that made them your idol.
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Planet Discoveries
Select a planet from our solar system to research. Write about its features, distance from the sun, moons, and any…
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Cybernetic Specters
In a future where people’s consciousness can be downloaded before death, one such consciousness becomes a much-feared digital ghost, creating…
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Legal Drama
Develop a storyline revolving around a rookie lawyer handling a high-profile case that could determine their career.
