/r/WritingPrompts
[WP] The whole human race was excited when we found the objects. Perfectly geometrical, orbiting a dying sun, covered in indecipherable writings and each possessing a single repeated logo. That is, of course, it was discovered that every single one contained organic matter- a corpse of a human.
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[WP] Aliens always respawn minutes after death. It's a common prank for aliens to kill each other for a laugh. When they discover Earth, they kill millions of humans, thinking it's a humorous way of greeting this new species, but for some reason, the humans aren't laughing...
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[WP] We “knew” humans were weak as they avoided every war with diplomacy. We never imagined they’d be this ruthless & how seemingly overnight they went from peaceful beings to a state they call “TOTAL WAR”. War is in their blood & soul. They thrive on it, mostly when the odds are against them
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[WP] You live a good life. Caring wife, obedient children and loyal dogs. Little do they know that you are actually a hitman not an accountant. One day your guy hands you the picture of your next target. It’s you. On the back the name of who ordered the hit. “Carla” it says. Your wife.
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[WP] You were sure you were a werewolf, just like the rest of your family. After all, once a month you black out and wake up in a locked room. But this time, you wake up chained and surrounded by your family. They are covered in scratches and slime. They watch you with terror.
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[WP] It’s more than a scavenger’s dream- it’s anybody’s. A perfectly functional, massive ship drifting in space. A “ghost ship”- free for the taking. This ship is in amazing condition, so much so, your crew seems to be ignoring the clues as to why it was abandoned.
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[WP] Two ancient magical weapons have a grudge. For an age they have granted skill and power to whoever wields them, as well as a desire to fight anyone who picks up the other. After their previous wielders killed each other, you unwittingly looted both.
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[WP] You don't have an Angel or a Devil on your shoulder. You have an Angry Viking and 50's House Wife.
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[WP] You swerve to avoid a squirrel. Unknown to you, the squirrel pledges a life debt to you. In your darkest hour, the squirrel arrives.
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[WP] One day, you found a tie pin with "Pride" engraved on it. Everytime you wear it, you are able to read minds of others and they seem more receptive to your speeches. You use the power of this item to become a politician. One day, you see that your opponent has a ring with "Greed" engraved on it.
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