1. Action
Write about a daring rescue on a speeding train. Show the protagonist racing across rooftops of swaying train cars, dodging obstacles, and closing in on their target, all while the train barrels toward a dangerous obstacle ahead.
2. Description
Describe a narrow, cobblestone alleyway in a quiet old town just after rainfall. Describe the glistening stones, soft lamplight reflecting in puddles, and ivy-clad walls. Capture the lingering scent of rain and the gentle hush, as if the alley holds secrets only the night knows.
3. Dialogue
Write a dialogue between a seasoned treasure hunter and a rival who has secretly followed them to a hidden site. Gradually reveal the history and significance of the treasure, as well as the rivals’ past encounters. Both of them try to outwit and intimidate the other, with veiled threats, hidden clues, and mutual attempts to gain the upper hand without revealing too much of their own knowledge or intentions.
4. Exposition
Describe the heating system in a settlement on a frozen planet. Explain how heat is generated, distributed, and preserved within the settlement’s structures. Discuss any difficulties in maintaining warmth in such extreme conditions and how residents adapt to fluctuations or potential failures in the system.
5. Thought
A character, on the eve of a significant birthday, sits alone and reflects on what they thought their life would look like by this age. Write their thoughts as they consider the gap between expectation and reality, exploring themes of contentment, longing, and the redefinition of success.
