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September is here! It's hard to believe the year is mostly over. As we head back towards autumn, enjoy these last few weeks of summer. And As always--

Disclaimer: I never close old writing prompts from previous months. People can and should be encouraged to post on old month's prompts and I highly encourage players to track these posts to catch stragglers or new people writing on old prompts.

Now. With that out of the way, onto this month's prompts.

September's Writing Prompts
1. Time to slow down.

2. "I didn't know you could do that!"

3. Going back and finding it all different.

4. "Hmm... difficult to say."

5. Having something to prove.

Bonus image prompt:

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July is here! The summer is in full swing and there's plenty to do, both online and otherwise. Stay cool out there, people. And As always--

Disclaimer: I never close old writing prompts from previous months. People can and should be encouraged to post on old month's prompts and I highly encourage players to track these posts to catch stragglers or new people writing on old prompts.

Now. With that out of the way, onto this month's prompts.

July's Writing Prompts
1. "Well here we are, at last."

2. An unusual method to beat the heat.

3. Trying a new hobby.

4. "What do you think comes after this?"

5. An anticipated camping trip.

Bonus image prompt:

labrathor

June is here! Hope you're all staying cool as the sun comes out to say hello. Stay hydrated and healthy! And As always--

Disclaimer: I never close old writing prompts from previous months. People can and should be encouraged to post on old month's prompts and I highly encourage players to track these posts to catch stragglers or new people writing on old prompts.

Now. With that out of the way, onto this month's prompts.

June's Writing Prompts
1. How does your character prefer to beat the heat?

2. An unexpected emergency.

3. "Come on, you can afford to take a break. Your work will still be there later."

4. A rare treat.

5. "This is something I should have done a long time ago."

Bonus image prompt:

labrathor

December is here! The year is almost over; where did it go so fast? Light those candles, get some champagne for New Year's, and get ready to welcome 2023. And As always--

Disclaimer: I never close old writing prompts from previous months. People can and should be encouraged to post on old month's prompts and I highly encourage players to track these posts to catch stragglers or new people writing on old prompts.

Now. With that out of the way, onto this month's prompts.

December's Writing Prompts

1. "You're still here, despite everything."

2. An amazing thing with no explanation.

3. Focusing so hard on the details that you miss the big picture.

4. No two snowflakes are alike, but together they make the world beautiful.

5. The simple things are what matter in the end.

Bonus image prompt:

labrathor

November is here! Trade your spooks for warm blankets and delicious spices, and cuddle in as the weather turns. We're not to winter yet! And As always--

Disclaimer: I never close old writing prompts from previous months. People can and should be encouraged to post on old month's prompts and I highly encourage players to track these posts to catch stragglers or new people writing on old prompts.

Now. With that out of the way, onto this month's prompts.

November's Writing Prompts

1. Making haste as time runs out.

2. "Well, that's the best we can do."

3. Gratitude for something small.

4. Counting down with anticipation.

5. A day spent with your favorite person.

Bonus image prompt:

labrathor

October is here! Get out those blankets, light the fire, and cuddle up with a warm cup of hot cider or tea. Hope you've all been getting some good rest as the year winds down, And As always--

Disclaimer: I never close old writing prompts from previous months. People can and should be encouraged to post on old month's prompts and I highly encourage players to track these posts to catch stragglers or new people writing on old prompts.

Now. With that out of the way, onto this month's prompts.

October's Writing Prompts

1. "Come, sit by the fire and listen..."

2. Putting on a mask.

3. "I'm not afraid. Are you?"

4. Last chance for something special.

5. Interpreting an omen.

Bonus image prompt:

labrathor

August is here! Hope you're all finding ways to beat that summer heat, it's a doozy this year. Get in those beach trips while you can! And As always--

Disclaimer: I never close old writing prompts from previous months. People can and should be encouraged to post on old month's prompts and I highly encourage players to track these posts to catch stragglers or new people writing on old prompts.

Now. With that out of the way, onto this month's prompts.

August's Writing Prompts

1. A summer nap under a tree.

2. "I don't think I've ever felt better!"

3. Keeping busy is better than being bored.

4. Seeking an expert opinion.

5. "I thought I was fine, but it turns out I've been agressively lying to myself in trying to outrun my problems."

Bonus image prompt:

labrathor

June is here! Time for barbecues, beaches, and beating the heat! Summer is upon us, so enjoy it while we've got it. And As always--

Disclaimer: I never close old writing prompts from previous months. People can and should be encouraged to post on old month's prompts and I highly encourage players to track these posts to catch stragglers or new people writing on old prompts.

Now. With that out of the way, onto this month's prompts.

June's Writing Prompts

1. "Are you proud of what you've done?"

2. If you don't confess your feelings now, you may never have another chance.

3. An unexpected heat wave.

4. A day in your character's happy place.

5. "Everyone chooses which mask to show the world. What's beneath yours?"

Bonus image prompt:

labrathor

April is here! Though you wouldn't necessarily know it by looking outside... but the internet cares for no weather, so it's not going to stop us, is it? And As always--

Disclaimer: I never close old writing prompts from previous months. People can and should be encouraged to post on old month's prompts and I highly encourage players to track these posts to catch stragglers or new people writing on old prompts.

Now. With that out of the way, onto this month's prompts.

April's Writing Prompts

1. A practical joke gone wrong.

2. "And you're absolutely sure that's what you heard?"

3. The first nice weather of the year.

4. So much to do, so little time...

5. "What are you, twelve?! And April Fools was yesterday!"

Bonus image prompt:

labrathor

March is here! We're almost through the winter, folks. You can make it! Sunny skies and warm beaches await us all on the other side. And As always--

Disclaimer: I never close old writing prompts from previous months. People can and should be encouraged to post on old month's prompts and I highly encourage players to track these posts to catch stragglers or new people writing on old prompts.

Now. With that out of the way, onto this month's prompts.

March's Writing Prompts

1. "What is it good for?" "Absolutely nothing."

2. Sometimes, things really do get better.

3. Finding a new purpose.

4. "You've changed... I like it."

5. Making breakfast isn't just for mornings.

Bonus image prompt:

labrathor

February is here! We hope you're all recovering well from the holidays, it's certainly been a busy season. Make yourself a cup of a nice hot drink, dress warmly, and enjoy your favorite indoor activity! I know I will be. And As always--

Disclaimer: I never close old writing prompts from previous months. People can and should be encouraged to post on old month's prompts and I highly encourage players to track these posts to catch stragglers or new people writing on old prompts.

Now. With that out of the way, onto this month's prompts.

February's Writing Prompts

1. Coming up for air.

2. "Don't you slam doors in my face I'm not done talking to you--"

3. Forever is a long time.

4. The embodiment of coziness.

5. "Pretty sure everyone But Them knows they're dating at this point."

Bonus image prompt:

iam_senpai

Welcome one welcome all to the new year!

Time has ceased to feel real since March of 2020 but here we are in 2022 still kicking. It's a new year with new opportunities and the same comforting places to flex creative muscle.

And As Always--

Disclaimer: I never close old writing prompts from previous months. People can and should be encouraged to post on old month's prompts and I highly encourage players to track these posts to catch stragglers or new people writing on old prompts.

Now. With that out of the way, onto this month's prompts.

January's Writing Prompts

1. "Let me check the list."

2. A day when every little thing seems to go wrong.

3. "Are you ready yet? You've been in there for hours."

4. Slow and steady wins the race.

5. "Wait, hang on. Did you say snow day?"

Bonus image prompt:

iam_senpai

Did you know it's the first day of November? I sure didn't until about halfway through today! But that's fine by me because it means I can continue to share with you all some of my very favorite fall images and a few hand picked prompts to keep you lovely folks inspired through another month.

We hope you enjoy them!

And As Always--

Disclaimer: I never close old writing prompts from previous months. People can and should be encouraged to post on old month's prompts and I highly encourage players to track these posts to catch stragglers or new people writing on old prompts.

Now. With that out of the way, onto this month's prompts.

November's Writing Prompts

1. "As the nights grow cold, unfamiliar sounds carry through the mists."

2. "I wonder if they would be proud of me."

3. Your character read the directions wrong, if they read them at all. Now something's not Quite Right.

4. "...And STAY there!"

5. "Maybe we should just stay here until this blows over."

Bonus image prompt:

iam_senpai

Welcome to October folks! Autumn is my personal favorite season and it took a concentrated effort not to spam the bonus image prompt at the bottom with every single image I wanted to use for this month but we've picked out some favorites to include for you all today. One for Fall in general and one that might carry a few other undertones for this month's holidays...

Please enjoy a bit of inspiration from all of us mods to help those creative juices for your muses.

And As Always--

Disclaimer: I never close old writing prompts from previous months. People can and should be encouraged to post on old month's prompts and I highly encourage players to track these posts to catch stragglers or new people writing on old prompts.

Now. With that out of the way, onto this month's prompts.

October's Writing Prompts

1. "Okay, I'll bite. What's in there?"

2. You've been robbed! What was stolen and how does your character deal? Whether the guilty party is known or not is up to you.

3. Small rituals, whether by compulsion or for luck.

4. "They'll never see it coming."

5. "I need a nap if I'm going to be forced to deal with this."

Bonus image prompt:

iam_senpai

August was a super heavy super busy month for a lot of us but bow howdy I was not ready to realize it was already gone! September is here. The end of summer, the turn toward the holiday-heavy year end approaches. Let's see summer out with some new prompts to fire the imagination and get folks back into writing shape.

And As always--

Disclaimer: I never close old writing prompts from previous months. People can and should be encouraged to post on old month's prompts and I highly encourage players to track these posts to catch stragglers or new people writing on old prompts.

Now. With that out of the way, onto this month's prompts.

September's Writing Prompts

1. What’s a taste or smell that will always remind your character of their childhood?

2. One last hurrah before the weather turns.

3. “Do you know how far I had to travel to get these?”

4. A sudden upheaval.

5. “So... now what?”

Bonus image prompt:

iam_senpai

The summer continues to crawl on regardless of our readiness for it. It's another new month and with it we bring the promise of more inspiration for you and yours. A warm welcome to some of the new faces in the community, because we wouldn't be here without all of our players~

And As always--

Disclaimer: I never close old writing prompts from previous months. People can and should be encouraged to post on old month's prompts and I highly encourage players to track these posts to catch stragglers or new people writing on old prompts.

Now. With that out of the way, onto this month's prompts.

August's Writing Prompts

1. "You could stand to be the responsible one, for once."

2. Write about a summer holiday/festival/tradition that's important to your character even if not beloved.

3. Culture shock

4. "I only pretend to know everything."

5. How does your character handle long trips? Do they Have to be the one driving? Are they more content to be in the back sleeping the whole way? Do they want to stop every hour to take pictures?

Bonus image prompt:

labrathor

July is here! Strange things are afoot in the Nexus of late, and it seems Coyote has caused quite a ruckus among the populace. It's been a joy to see your creativity in how your characters' desires have backfired on them, and the development they've had in the aftermath. What other opportunities might there be? Stay tuned! And As always--

Disclaimer: I never close old writing prompts from previous months. People can and should be encouraged to post on old month's prompts and I highly encourage players to track these posts to catch stragglers or new people writing on old prompts.

Now. With that out of the way, onto this month's prompts.

July's Writing Prompts

1. So, this is how it all began.

2. A spontaneous, thoughtful gesture for a friend.

3. "You know, you wouldn't think that'd be the case, but you'd be wrong."

4. What does your character procrastinate on?

5. "...and that's when I pushed them into the pond."

Bonus image prompt:

iam_senpai

Move outta da way Spring, June is here and that means as this month wanes it is going to be summer already. Where the hecky heck has 2021 gone? Time has ceased to have meaning in these strange times. A warm (ha!) welcome to our new players and a fond welcome back to our returning players is in order. We've got something nice for you all here.

And As always--

Disclaimer: I never close old writing prompts from previous months. People can and should be encouraged to post on old month's prompts and I highly encourage players to track these posts to catch stragglers or new people writing on old prompts.

Now. With that out of the way, onto this month's prompts.

June's Writing Prompts

1. "Should I offer congratulations or condolences?"

2. Flying your colors high

3. Every journey has its own unique hazards.

4. What's the worst excuse your character has invented in the heat of the moment?

5. "You're here to steal what?"

Bonus image prompt:

labrathor

May is here! The sun is shining, except when it's raining, and plots are a-brewin' in old Nexus town. Some of which might already be in the works... keep your eyes open! We're looking forward to another good year with you all. And As always--

Disclaimer: I never close old writing prompts from previous months. People can and should be encouraged to post on old month's prompts and I highly encourage players to track these posts to catch stragglers or new people writing on old prompts.

Now. With that out of the way, onto this month's prompts.

May's Writing Prompts

1. It's been raining for hours.

2. "Hey, I've always wanted one of these! Thanks!"

3. Other than personal grooming, what rituals does your character perform on a regular basis?

4. "I'm not supposed to tell you this, so if anyone asks, you didn't hear this from me."

5. Stowing away, out of sight.

Bonus image prompt:

labrathor

April is here! Boy, that was strange, wasn't it? I swear we did this yesterday, but that can't be. It's been a whole month since March. The mods apologize for any communications you may have seen in error. Nothing to see here folks, it's business as usual. And As always--

Disclaimer: I never close old writing prompts from previous months. People can and should be encouraged to post on old month's prompts and I highly encourage players to track these posts to catch stragglers or new people writing on old prompts.

Now. With that out of the way, onto this month's prompts.

April's Writing Prompts

1. "I thought jokes were supposed to be funny."

2. A sudden case of deja vu.

3. "Well, we made it."

4. What sound or scent triggers nostalgia for your character and why?

5. "Ugh, why does this always involve so much paperwork?"

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