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70 Dark Fantasy Writing Prompts for Teens: Story Starters, Characters, Settings & Visual Ideas

70 Dark Fantasy Writing Prompts for Teens: Story Starters, Characters, Settings & Visual Ideas

Dark fantasy blends wonder with menace—cursed kingdoms, perilous magic, and choices that always carry a cost. These prompts invite teen writers to craft atmospheric, morally complex stories with eerie plot hooks, striking titles, opening and closing lines, characters, settings, and picture prompts. Perfect for classrooms, clubs, or solo writing when you want fantasy with sharper teeth.

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