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Sparking Your Next Plot
Need a storyline kickstart? Reflect on these prompts:
- What central conflict drives your story?
- Who is your protagonist and antagonist?
- Which setting amplifies the drama—urban, fantasy, or sci-fi?
- What twist or obstacle raises the stakes?
- How will the resolution transform your characters?
Plot Generator FAQs
Answers for crafting captivating plots:
How does the Plot Generator work?
It uses random templates and variable elements to assemble diverse plot ideas in an instant.
Can I choose a genre or tone?
Not currently; regenerate until a plot aligns with your desired style and mood.
Are these plots fully formed?
They’re seeds—brief premises designed to spark inspiration, ready for you to expand.
How many plot ideas can I generate?
Unlimited—click to generate fresh plot seeds until you find the perfect spark.
How do I copy or save?
Click a plot idea to copy it, or click the heart icon to save for later inspiration.
What are good plot ideas?
There's thousands of random plot ideas in this generator. Here are some samples to start:
- An experimental psychologist rescues a doddery hairdresser. The story is brought to a conclusion by a win.
- An animal trainer has limited time to claim their birthright. Events are begun by a storm.
- When their family is kidnapped, three of the dumbest people you'
- ll ever meet go on a visit to see their folks. The story is commenced by a rescue.
- A ninja is suspected of a mysterious disappearance.
- A gifted manager sees their mother punished for heresy. The circumstances are resolved by conflict.
- A poor truck driver sees their father punished for an unprovoked attack.
- A reporter borrows a bag with a million dollars. The circumstances are extended by a storm.
- A disabled ninja has limited time to repatriate a chocolate factory.
- A cheerleader has limited time to accidentally take charge of hostages. The plot is split wide open by a chance comment overheard.
- A truck driver and a stuffy cable guy become allies to go looking for a box of minature monsters. The circumstances are made more complex by a secret investigator.
About the creator
All idea generators and writing tools on The Story Shack are carefully crafted by storyteller and developer Martin Hooijmans. During the day I work on tech solutions. In my free hours I love diving into stories, be it reading, writing, gaming, roleplaying, you name it, I probably enjoy it. The Story Shack is my way of giving back to the global storytelling community. It's a huge creative outlet where I love bringing my ideas to life. Thanks for coming by, and if you enjoyed this tool, make sure you check out a few more!