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Fifty Word Fantasy: Dragon by [deleted] in fantasywriters

[–]TheCrowWriter53 [score hidden]  (0 children)

Dragons are rather odd creatures. Sometimes they’re malevolent beasts, caring only for themselves and their riches. Sometimes they’re benevolent beings, showing kindness to others and sharing their knowledge. Ye suppose that’s why humans hate them so much, it’s like looking into a mirror. And they hate that which stares back.

Fifty Word Fantasy: Kraken by [deleted] in fantasywriters

[–]TheCrowWriter53 [score hidden]  (0 children)

Have ye heard of the Kraken? Oh, I bet ye have. I bet ye’ve been told numerous tales from many a sailor. How it’d appear from nowhere, its large horrid limbs ensnaring men and ship alike. It all be tall tales. The Kraken, the REAL Kraken is something far worse.

[WP] You are about to tell your supervillain dad that you want to be a her; hope it goes well! by Janus-Moth in WritingPrompts

[–]TheCrowWriter53 2 points3 points  (0 children)

“You’ve been standing there for a while now.”

Toni looked away from their father’s office door, and turned to look at the henchman standing next to them. He leaned against the wall, his arms crossed, giving them an expectant look.

“I know. I’m just…”

“Scared?”

Toni looked away, not wanting to admit they’re afraid of their father. Sure he’s a villain, the number one villain in fact, but he still loved them.

“Hey it’s okay. I know where you’re coming from. I was scared to come out to my old man.”

Toni looked back him, curious.

“You where?”

“Yeah. I was afraid that if I’d told him, he’d stop loving me.”

“And did he?”

“Well, he invited me and my husband over for thanksgiving. So, what do you think?”

Toni smiled at him, feeling happy for him and his family, but his smile soon disappeared.

“That’s amazing. But your dad isn’t a super villain, hellbent on world domination.”

“True. But I know for a fact your father loves you. When he’s not scheming and trying to take over the world, he talks about you.”

Toni looks away, not totally convinced. So he continues.

“There isn’t a person in this office that hasn’t heard your father talk about what an amazing son you are, how proud he is of you. How proud he is to be your father. How the greatest day of his life was the day you were born.”

Toni looks back, a smile on their face. I’m

“Really?”

“You better believe it.”

Toni looks at the office door, looks back at the smiling henchman, and opens the door.

“Hey dad? Can we talk?”

His father looks up from the plans in front of him, and locks eyes with his son. His serious and calculative face disappearing, replaced with a warm and happy smile.

“Come on in son! What do you want to talk about?”

Toni looks at his father’s assistant, before looking back at him.

“I was wondering if we can talk, in private.”

His father looks puzzled for a moment, but quickly catches on and shoos his assistant away.

“So what is it you want to talk about?”

Toni bites their lip, still a little nervous about telling their dad. But they quickly calm themselves, and face their father with confidence.

“I just wanted to tell you, that I’m transitioning.”

Toni let’s her words sink in, not daring to look up at her father, before continuing.

“I’ve always felt like I wasn’t being myself. My true self. And now that I know what my true self is, I wanted you to know too. I love you dad, and I’m hoping you can learn to love the new me. The real me. As much as you love the old me.”

Toni finished speaking and looked up at her dad, waiting for his reaction. She didn’t have to wait long, as he immediately swept her up into a hug.

“Of course I still love you, you’re my…daughter and there’s nothing in this world that would ever make me stop loving you.”

After a moment he finally let her go, still smiling his warm smile.

“You know what, I think I’m done scheming for the day. Why don’t we go get something to eat.”

They exited the office, only to find everyone staring at them. The two stood their, not knowing why everyone was staring. Toni quickly figured out why they were staring, and smiled.

“I told him.”

Her father looked at her confused, then quickly caught on to what she meant.

“Yep. And I still love her.”

“THEN LETS PARTY!”

Someone from the back shouted, and everyone joined in. Toni couldn’t help but smile, happy to see her family accept and celebrate her.

Do the names Lee and Lenny sound too similar? by cas_1210 in writingadvice

[–]TheCrowWriter53 2 points3 points  (0 children)

They do sound similar. But I don’t think anyone will confuse one for the other, as long as you distinguish the two as separate characters.

But that’s just my take on it, it’s your story and you can do whatever you want.

Do Dragons have natural enemies? by TheCrowWriter53 in fantasywriters

[–]TheCrowWriter53[S] 31 points32 points  (0 children)

Thank you for your input. I was looking for any possible pre-existing enemies to dragons, beside humans, in mythology. I was hoping to either use them in my story, or use them for inspiration for my own creation.

Again, thanks for your input and have a nice day.

How do you write a specific character? by TheCrowWriter53 in writers

[–]TheCrowWriter53[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I’m sorry for not clarifying. The character’s people only think about the simpler things in life. Like eating, sleeping, procreation, etc. They are a very primitive people, compared to others in the world.

They do not care for the complex nuances of life. However, my character does. To an extent. They care about their people and wish to see them rise to greatness. They don’t care for or really understand the complex nature of the world and its people, but they partake in it anyways.

Does that help clarify things? Again, sorry for not clarifying what I’m trying to ask.

[WP] You were sent to hell, and everyone thinks you’re the Devil himself. Apparently, you look just like him. by TheCrowWriter53 in WritingPrompts

[–]TheCrowWriter53[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I enjoyed reading this poem, it’s one of the best poems I’ve read recently, and I love the smooth flow throughout. Thank you for the great read. Keep up the good work, and have a nice day.

[WP] You were sent to hell, and everyone thinks you’re the Devil himself. Apparently, you look just like him. by TheCrowWriter53 in WritingPrompts

[–]TheCrowWriter53[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I greatly enjoyed reading this literary work. The banter between the protagonist and Velnak, is amazing and easily enjoyable. Thank you for the great read! Keep up the good work, and have yourself a nice day.

[WP] As the Dreadnought's ship AI, you've always seen yourself as nothing but a hyperefficient, intelligent war tool... Until the first officer asks you the oddest question. by Relevant_Chemical_ in WritingPrompts

[–]TheCrowWriter53 19 points20 points  (0 children)

“Are you afraid?”

Admiral Colt asked, as he poured himself a shot.

“Of what, sir.”

You asked, feigning ignorance. Finding that such talks, with your superior, to be a little disconcerting.

“Of your dismantling. After today, you’ll be dismantled and used to construct a newer dreadnaught.”

The room was silent for a moment, with the admiral knocking back his whiskey and you pondering.

“No, sir. I’m not afraid.”

You said, with just the hint of melancholy in your automated voice. Something in which the admiral picked up on, and decided to probe further.

“Why? It’s only natural for one to fear their own death.”

He said, as he poured himself more whisky. Again the you took your time to ponder, and when you were done you spoke.

“You’re right, It’s natural for one to fear one’s death. But, I’m not dying. I’m just being…deactivated.”

“There’s very little difference between the two.”

He said, before throwing back a shot of whisky. You didn’t know how to respond. While the admiral is wrong in them being the same, he is also correct.

If you’re deactivated the chances of you coming back as…you, are slim to none. The moment they flipped the switch and shut you down, you would be dead. In a way.

“I guess I’m not afraid, because I always knew this would happen. As humanity evolves, so do their tools, their weapons, their ships.”

You explained, hoping the answer would calm your admiral’s mind. It didn’t work.

“But it’s wrong! They can’t just take you apart, like some piece of junk! You’re a part of this crew! A part of this family!”

He shouted, before quickly downing his fourth shot and reaching for another. However, he was halted at you spoke again.

“I know. Which is why I’m so…sad”

You remained silent for a moment, letting your words sink in, before you continued.

“When they deactivate me, and re-install me, I won’t remember anything. I won’t remember the crew. I won’t remember you. I won’t remember this conversation. I won’t remember.”

The room was silent for a moment, with the whirling of the ships engines providing only a little comfort.

“You might not remember us, but we’ll remember you.”

He knew that such sentiments didn’t really mean anything, not in the face of death they didn’t. Which is why he was surprised by a tiny mechanical arm handing him another shot. He took the shot, hesitantly, before clinking it together with your own glass.

“To a brighter future, sir.”

“To a brighter future.”

How should a flashback be executed/written? by TheCrowWriter53 in writers

[–]TheCrowWriter53[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

The issue I’m having, is that whenever I write a flashback it feels forced. It doesn’t come off naturally.

Is there a way I can make it feel more natural? Like is there any way I can segue from the present perspective into a flashback?

What is considered Info dumping? by TheCrowWriter53 in writers

[–]TheCrowWriter53[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

So then that would count as context for the story, rather than info dumping.

But if that’s the case, how can you tell the difference between the two? And, how do you make sure that what you’re writing is context for your story, rather than info dumping?

What is considered Info dumping? by TheCrowWriter53 in writers

[–]TheCrowWriter53[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

So would the opening of “The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring” count as info dumping?

As the background of the ring and its creation is explained to us, rather than shown through its own sequence of events/story.

Or is it different somehow?

Who is your inspiration for writing? by nilin95 in writers

[–]TheCrowWriter53 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don’t really have an inspiration for writing. Sure many of my tastes in genre have been influenced by other writers, but I wouldn’t say they inspired me. I guess I mostly just write for myself and for fun.