/u/__Scooter__'s posts in /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] You were surprised when the air started shimmering. Even more so when flames started appearing around in a circle you. But to be honest, the most surprising bit was probably when you got transported somewhere and started getting called an "Elder One, summoned from the beyond".
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[WP] All magic costs memory. The stronger the spell, the more memories it takes from you. And what you were doing must have been important- because you can't remember why you did it.
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[WP] The sound of your coming brings joy to children and hope to parents. The jokes on the napkins bring laughter to kids, and the plans and targets encourage the adults. Your vehicle grabs attention, yet the oppressors know not who you are. You are staging a coup- from your icecream truck.
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[WP] You came to investigate a cult-like village worshipping some ancient tentacled god. Turns out they were just trying to protect a strange talkative octopus- and now you have to figure out how to deal with the people who sent you
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[WP] You teamed up with other supervillains, defeated the heroes and took over the world. Over time, you all successfully changed the status quo they'd hated for so long, and decided to ensure the world remained stable and profitable. It's time to face facts- you might be the goodies now
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[WP] Humans love music, because of an innate enjoyment of patterns, language and complexity. You are a musician, and you've just discovered that the same is true for aliens.
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[WP] The world freaked out when everyone believing in one God got raptured. So the many gods came, they were willing to worship and serve. But you know the truth- the "gods" are simply aliens wanting willing slaves, and the "rapture"... disintegrating everyone who would have challenged their rule.
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[WP] Finally, after all these years, the plan is underway. The science has been hidden, the people misdirected, the government bought off and the fossil fuel CEOs encouraged. The ice caps are melting. Lord Poseidon will be pleased.
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[WP] You were foolish and hopeful when you made an immortality pact. You were told you could end it when you chose, and finally die a mortal- that time is here. But you've now found the pact's twist- it is not the current you who must decide, but the you who made the pact- and they need convincing
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