26+ ‘Under Pressure’ Writing Prompts
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Post-Apocalyptic Survivor
In a world ravaged by an apocalypse, a young adult must use their ingenuity and strength to survive and find…
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Rhythmic Sorcery
Compose a verse fairy tale centered around a wizard whose magic spells must be spoken in rhymes.
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Twisty Train Tale
Create a tense thriller set on board a high-speed train, where the conductor is murdered and everyone on board is…
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The Accidental Summoning
The protagonist inadvertently summons an ancient entity who declares they must fulfill an old prophecy.
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Battle of Hoth: A Strategic Nightmare
Write about the strategic challenges faced by the Rebellion during the Battle of Hoth.
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Fall of Constantinople
Imagine you are a citizen of Constantinople during its capture by the Ottoman Empire in 1453. What was your experience?
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When Time Runs Out
Write a superhero story revolving around a power that is time-limited or will eventually disappear.
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Moral Crossroads
Write a story about a successful entrepreneur who, under pressure to stay ahead, considers participating in ethically questionable business techniques.
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Lost and Found Adventure
Imagine your class found a treasure map during a school trip; write about what happens next.
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Finding Inner Heroes
Write about a real-life situation where you discovered a hidden strength or capability within yourself.
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High Stake Competition
The protagonist must win an intense, high-stakes competition that they are grossly unprepared for.
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Shadow of Surveillance
Craft a narrative where the protagonist is under constant covert surveillance.
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Top Secret Mistaken Identity
Imagine a scenario where you accidentally receive a secret spy message meant for someone else.
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Journey of the Unsung Hero
Write about the daily life of a cargo captain, detailing his challenges and rewards.
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Emergency on the High Seas
Craft a story about an emergency scenario on a cruise ship and describe its resolution.
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Nightly Stalker
An invisible ghostly entity stalks a person every night, and they must outwit it to see the dawn.
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Exploration of the Darkspawn Hordes
Write a story about a band of explorers who set off to journey through The Deep Roads in Dragon Age,…
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Behind the Scenes Stories
Imagine you’re a filmmaker who just completed shooting your first major film. Write about a behind-the-scenes incident that happened during…
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Strength in Crisis
Draft a compelling scene where your main character handles a crisis or a challenging situation.
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Reality TV Reimagined
Write a dialogue between two reality TV show contestants, but from a futuristic or fantastical show that doesn’t exist.
