Let's Make a Story!
A Collaborative Writing Challenge
Ever played that game where one person starts a story, and everyone else takes turns continuing it in their own quirky way? Well, get ready to bring that creative chaos to World Anvil!
This is a writing challenge where plot twists, turns, and jaw-dropping surprises come from wild minds. And whose are these wild minds? Well yours, of course! Think of it like a relay race: one person starts the story, then passes the baton to the next, who adds their own flair without knowing what the first writer had in mind!
Will it be chaotic?
Probably.
Will it be fun?
Oh, absolutely!
How It Works
Each person will contribute a small section, and the story will grow and evolve with every new writer. The result? A wild, unpredictable, and (hopefully) amazing masterpiece that could only happen through teamwork. Once the turn order is assigned, I’ll send each writer the previous section of the story via Discord. Your task? Continue the tale with your own spin! After everyone has contributed, I’ll write the final part as my own contribution and gather all the pieces into a polished prose article. The finished story will be published for all to enjoy, with every author credited for their part in the creative chaos.
Breakdown
- Sign-Up: Want to join? Just drop a comment below (including a prefered method of contact), and I’ll add you to the list! The more, the merrier!
- Assigned Order: Once sign-ups close, I’ll assign everyone a turn order at random. There will be an announcement and I shall inform all of you personally!
- The Writing Process: Each writer has 48 hours to write their section and pass it on to the next person. Think of it as a writing sprint!
- The Story Grows: Each new writer adds their own twist, turning the story into a beautiful, unexpected rollercoaster. No one knows what the next person will do- but that’s what makes it exciting!
- Shinny New Badge: Once you submit your part to the challenge feel free to grab the participation badge to celebrate your contribution!
Important Details
Here’s what you need to know to jump in:Sign-Up Deadline: Make sure you sign up by January 31st 2025, by commenting below. It would be helpful if you added a method of contact so I can inform you when your turn comes (discord would be preferable).
Challenge Start: The writing fun begins on February 1st, 2025.
Contribution Length: Each writer will contribute 200-300 words per turn. No long essays, just enough to keep the plot rolling!
Time Limit: You’ll have 48 hours to write your section before passing it on to the next person. If life happens, I totally get it, but try to stick to the time limit so things don’t get too chaotic. (We like chaos, but in an organized way!)
Format: The story will be written and shared in a collaborative document. When your turn comes around, go wild! Don’t worry about what previous writers planned (that’s the beauty of it), just dive in and let your creativity flow.
NSFW content is a no-go since this is a collaborative project.
Language: English is preferred. If you choose to write in another language, that’s okay too, but keep in mind I’ll need to translate it, and the result might not be as accurate due to the translation process.
But where do we begin?
Ready for the spark that’ll set everything off? Great! I have a short prompt for you!
That’s it. No strings attached.
Easy-peasy, right?
But hold on, here’s the fun part: this is just where the story begins. From there, the next writer gets to take the reins and run wild! The stranger could be anything; a hero, a villain, a time traveler, or maybe a sentient potato, (Who’s to say?). It’s totally up to you where the story goes from there.
And the best part? You don’t have to follow any rules or stay locked into the stranger’s role. Every writer gets to see only what the previous person wrote and then add their own twist! Maybe the stranger disappears into a puff of smoke, or maybe they start a rebellion. Anything goes. Just make it awesome!
And remember...
This isn’t a competition, and there are no winners. It’s all about collaboration, fun, and seeing where our collective creativity takes us.
So, what are you waiting for? Grab your keyboard (or quill if you’re feeling fancy), and let’s make a story!Like what you see?
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Sign me up! I'm totally on board for some creative work!
Ok! Let's do this <3