Use the following elements to set the basis for a short story.

You may choose more than one for each category.

Characters
Species human animal monster superhero knight ninja samurai pirate robot undead mythological creature cowboy detective police gangster serial killer alien mutant other: athlete inventor astronaut soldier student other:

Role mad scientist experimental project witch/ wizard prince/ princess king/ queen Gender male female genderless ambiguous Age very young young mature old very old

Appearance Personality tall ugly other: brave lazy mysterious short pretty/handsome coward quiet analytical big beautiful cruel careful other: small scary friendly careless thin elegant clumsy relaxed heavy attractive outgoing paranoid long disgusting shy quick-tempered ______________________________________________________________________

Places
forest beach hospital cave ocean laboratory city desert landfill town/ village graveyard TV studio outer space haunted house mental institution castle theme park school ______________________________________________________________________

Time
Prehistoric times ancient civilizations Middle Age Industrial Revolution currently in a distant future other: ______________________________________________________________________

Relevant items
map book secret weapon magic object clock key film reel/ dvd computer camera briefcase hi-tech machine other:

Connection to the story: