38+ ‘The Shadow’ Writing Prompts
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Wartime Letters
Write a series of letters between a soldier at war and his significant other back home.
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Confessions of a Henchman
Put yourself in the shoes of a villain’s sidekick and narrate your loyalty towards such a controversial figure.
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The Shadow’s Screams
Describe a recognizable, everyday sound that suddenly becomes terrifying in a different context.
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Living in Shadow
Explore the superhero’s struggle with their secret identity feeling overshadowed by their fame as a superhero.
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Reflections in the Shadow
Describe a scenario where a sidekick is dealing with feelings of insecurity or inadequacy compared to their superhero.
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The Shadow Fortress
Imagine a dark, bewitched fortress that appears sporadically and terrorizes a fantasy kingdom.
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Creeping Shadows
Write a scene where the shadow of a character takes on a life of its own in a horrifying way.
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Women of the Prohibition
Design a scenario of women’s contributions and reactions during the Prohibition Era.
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In The Shadow Of The Giants
Describe a day in the life of a small creature living in the imposing shadow of a mountain range.
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The Unassuming Sidekick
Write a story in which the least likely character is actually a superhero’s sidekick.
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The Average Joe with an Unusual Shadow
Your protagonist is an ordinary person with an extraordinary shadow that interacts with the world in unexpected ways.
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The Legacy of Darth Vader
Write a monologue from Kylo Ren’s perspective, expressing his admiration and aspired legacy in the shadow of Darth Vader.
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Whispers in the Shadow
Write about an old, deserted house that is rumored to host spectral whispers.
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Lachlan’s Curse
Write a tale about a family curse that’s passed down through generations, bringing misfortune and chaos onto your protagonist.
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Shadow Follower
You come across a mysterious shadow that follows you everywhere and gradually morphs into horrifying forms.
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A Message in Shadows
Imagine that shadows can talk and tell stories. Write a conversation between the shadow of a groundhog and the shadow…
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Shadow Shapes in Fall
Look out your window and describe the shadow shapes that the colorful autumn trees create on the ground.
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Neglected Nebula
Pen a story about an overlooked female superhero who’s always been in the shadow formed by her more prominent male…
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Rise of the Shadow Creatures
In your quiet town, shadows have started to take form and are causing chaos. Convey your experiences and responses to…
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In the Shadow of the Colossal Tree
Create a story set in a society living in the shadow of a massive, ancient tree.
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In the Shadow of Betrayal
Create a suspenseful narrative where two siblings, deeply involved in organized crime, turn on each other.
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Darkness Within
Write a chilling thriller about a character that has no shadow and the horrifying implications that follow.
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Shadow Doppelgänger
Imagine having a shadow that moves and behaves independently, causing you trouble but also protecting you in unexpected ways.
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In the Shadows
Explore Ron’s thoughts and feelings living in the shadow of his successful siblings and his famous best friend, Harry Potter.
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Ron Weasley: The Unsung Hero
Delve into the selflessness of Ron Weasley’s friendship with Harry Potter.
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In the Shadow of Giants
Write a story from the perspective of an NPC (non-playable character) in a popular game like World of Warcraft or…
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Serpent’s Coil
Write a piece from the perspective of a non-mage citizen living out the corners of their life in the shadow…
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Moving Forward with Lessons from Your Past
Write about a past event that, although painful, helped shape you into the person you are today.
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Shadow Emotions
Pen down an emotion that often resides in your shadow – an emotion you feel but NEVER express.
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Understanding the Shadow
Write about a time during your adolescence where you felt an overwhelming sadness or void.
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In the Shadow of the Big Black Dog
Discuss the subtle link between your depression and any overshadowed or overlooked mental conditions.
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Crafting Confidence
Pen down the moments you felt most confident and the positive affirmations related to those moments.
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The Shadow Beings
Create a story about a race of shadow beings, invisible to the naked eye but can be seen in special…
