/u/djseifer's posts in /r/WritingPrompts
[WP] It’s been said that every villain believes that they’re the real hero of the story. Strangely, a few heroes believe that they’re the villain of their story.
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[WP] The doctor flips through your extensive case history and says "With everything that you've been through, you're lucky to be alive right now." You quietly mumble under your breath, "Luck's got nothing to do with it."
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[WP] The apocalypse has come and gone. Mankind has been wiped out. Now the vampires, zombies, and other supernatural creatures that once relied on humans to live must learn to survive without them.
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[WP] Far into the future, the sun has become a red giant. Unable to sustain most forms of life, the Earth has become barren, but it is not truly lifeless. A small group of immortal humans, the last living creatures on Earth, wander the planet in search of an escape.
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[WP] "The Pluto Run" is one of the most dangerous shipping routes in the solar system. Between the long distance to Earth, navigating the asteroid belt, and avoiding space pirates, few manage to make it through unscathed. You, a rookie pilot, have been assigned to run it.
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[WP] As part of the first crew to attempt interstellar travel to the nearest star, you were placed in cryostasis in order to survive the long trip. Upon arrival, you discover that humanity had advanced far enough that they've already established several thriving colonies in the star system.
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[WP] You wander the land, your skills always in high demand. You can bring any device back to life, from home appliances to ancient technology from long-dead civilizations. You are not just a repairman - you are a techromancer.
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[WP] You've done it. The hero lies broken at your feet. Your armies march towards capital cities around the world on your orders. Total world domination is finally within your grasp. Now comes the hardest part: actually ruling the world.
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[WP] The villain shook their head in disbelief. "I don't get it. You're one of the city's heroes. Why do you want to work for me?" "Better benefits," you reply.
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