38 High Fantasy writing prompts

Daily High Fantasy Prompt

A hero destined to defeat the Dark Lord falls in love with his supposed enemy, causing a conflict of interests and threatening the fate of their world.

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High fantasy is set in alternative, fictional worlds with its own set of rules and physical laws. Often filled with complex lore and epic quests, it explores themes of good versus evil.

1. A blacksmith's apprentice discovers his ability to infuse magic into his creations, unknowingly crafting a weapon that can end the reign of a tyrannical king.
2. A young scholar is chosen by an ancient dragon to translate a series of prophecies that could foretell the rise or fall of their kingdom.
3. A seemingly ordinary bard's tales start to come to life, causing chaos and drawing the attention of powers that wish to use this ability for their own ends.
4. In a world where memories can be bought and sold, a memory thief stumbles upon a memory so dangerous it could bring about the end of the world.
5. A princess with the gift of foresight sees her kingdom's downfall. To prevent this future, she must assemble a group of unlikely heroes.
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6. A renowned wizard loses his powers and must embark on a journey to regain them, discovering along the way that true power comes not from magic, but from within.
7. In a kingdom where the ability to control elements is power, a young peasant discovers a new element never seen before.
8. A fallen angel is determined to earn her wings back by defeating a rising darkness threatening the realm of mortals.
9. A healer with the ability to resurrect the dead inadvertently brings back an ancient evil force and must find a way to rectify her mistake.
10. When all the stars in the kingdom's sky mysteriously disappear, a group of adventurers is tasked to find the 'Star Thief' and restore the night's glory.
11. A retired knight is pulled back into action when his old nemesis returns, more powerful than ever. He must face his past and the decisions that haunt him.
12. In a world where dreams have power, a young dream-weaver must protect his people from a nightmare that has found its way into reality.
13. A band of misfits stumbles upon an ancient map leading to a legendary city of gold, awakening ancient protectors who won't rest until the city remains lost.
14. A reluctant necromancer must rally her spirits to defend the realm from an invading army that cannot be killed.
15. The youngest prince, considered weak and insignificant, is the kingdom's only hope when all his brothers fall under a mysterious curse.
16. An apprentice alchemist accidentally invents a potion that allows her to hear the thoughts of plants and animals, uncovering a threat to the natural world.
17. The crown of the kingdom brings out the worst traits of its wearer. A humble stable boy is the only one who can wear it without succumbing to its power.
18. An ancient and malevolent force threatens the land. The only weapon capable of defeating it is a mythical sword that no one has been able to wield.
19. A young seer, ostracized by her village for her visions, foresees a terrible calamity and must convince her people to evacuate before it's too late.
20. The queen's firstborn is cursed to become a dragon, and her second child embarks on a quest to find a cure before her sibling's transformation is complete.
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21. An ancient prophecy states that a pair of twins will either bring about an era of prosperity or one of destruction, and the royal twins' eighteenth birthday is fast approaching.
22. A rogue enchantress crafts a magical mask that reveals the true intentions of anyone who wears it, sparking chaos in the deceptive royal court.
23. A hero destined to defeat the Dark Lord falls in love with his supposed enemy, causing a conflict of interests and threatening the fate of their world.
24. When a spell goes wrong, a wizard's familiar - a tiny, chatty dragon - is transformed into a full-sized, silent dragon and the wizard must reverse the spell before his mistake causes destruction.
25. After a close encounter with death, a knight gains the ability to see and interact with spirits, a 'gift' that quickly becomes a curse he seeks to remove.
26. A prophecy predicts the king will be killed by one of his children. To prevent this, he sends them away, but they each return, leading armies against him.
27. An ancient tree in the village's center starts to die. A young villager, chosen by the tree's spirit, must embark on a journey to find the Elixir of Life to save it.
28. A notorious thief steals a powerful artifact, only to become possessed by it. Now, he must find a way to rid himself of the curse before it consumes him completely.
29. In a realm where people's status is determined by the magic they wield, a girl born without any magical abilities challenges the status quo.
30. When the queen is turned to stone, her garden of magical creatures is the only hope to find the cure and restore her to life.
31. A mermaid who longs to live on land trades her voice for a human body. But when she falls for a prince, she must find her voice to save him from her wicked benefactor.
32. A lowly scribe is selected to chronicle the exploits of a celebrated group of knights, only to find himself having to join their quest.
33. In a land where mythical beasts are hunted and killed, a woman with the ability to speak to these creatures seeks to stop the hunts and broker peace.
34. A cursed prince, turned into a wolf during full moons, seeks to break his curse while protecting his kingdom from those who wish to use his condition for their benefit.
35. After a magical cataclysm shatters the moon, fragments of lunar magic shower down, imbuing a group of children with strange powers and drawing them into a world of adventure.
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36. In a world where color represents power, a child born in complete grayscale is foretold to bring balance or destruction to their vibrant world.
37. An ancient tower, said to grant one wish to whoever reaches its peak, emerges from the sands. A team of adventurers sets off to test the validity of this legend.
38. A pair of star-crossed lovers are given the chance to relive their lives by the gods. But to be together, they must change their world's fate.
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Winston Hayes: An old soul with a pen as his trusted companion, Winston draws inspiration from the whispers of ancient trees, sharing timeless stories that stand tall, like the steadfast oaks he holds dear. In his leisure, you’ll find Winston wandering through lush forests, seeking serenity among nature’s wonders, which often find their way into his enchanting narratives.