Fictional Fixation

The Writing Prompt:

In a future where intergalactic travel is common, humanity has formed fragile alliances with alien civilizations. You are a diplomat sent to a peace summit on a distant space station. But before the negotiations begin, you receive an encrypted message from an unknown source: “Do not trust them. The attack is coming.”

As tensions rise between factions, you must decide: Who sent the message? Is it a warning or a trap? And most importantly—who can you trust in the vast emptiness of space?

Tips for Writing This Prompt:

1. Develop Complex Political Intrigue: Think of real-world diplomatic tensions and how they might translate to interstellar relations. What cultural misunderstandings or betrayals could arise?
2. Build a Unique Setting: A futuristic space station should have its own laws, technology, and inhabitants. Make it feel alive with rich descriptions.
3. Create High-Stakes Conflict: Will your protagonist act on the warning? What are the consequences of believing—or ignoring—it?
4. Play with Alien Cultures: How do different species communicate? What customs might seem odd—or even dangerous—to humans?
5. Incorporate Twists: What if the warning came from an AI? Or if the real betrayer is someone unexpected? Keep readers guessing.

This sci-fi writing prompt is perfect for exploring mystery, political drama, and thrilling space intrigue!