Elixir Prompts

20 something year old Scandavian. Deleted accidentally my old blog at some 10k followers so here we are..

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Uncommon Words / Phrases to be Inspired by

Absquatulate: to leave without saying goodbye

Cassandra Complex: a psychological penomenon in which someone's accurate prediction of a crisis is ignored or dismissed

Cicatrize: to find healing by the process of forming scars

Even a Worm will turn: the belief that even the most docile creature will retaliate if pushed too far

Fernweh: the ache for distant places; the urge to leave everything familiar behind

Hamartia: a fatal flaw leading to the downfall of a tragic hero

Hiraeth: homesickness for a home you can never return to

Ichor: a fluid that flows like blood in the veins of gods

Jester's Privilege: the ability and right of a jester to mock his king without fear of punishment, for nothing he says seems to matter

Lachesism: longing for the clarity that comes with living through a disaster

Lotus-Eater: a person who lives their life in a constant state of dream and fantasy

Novalunosis: the state of relaxation and wonder experienced while gazing up at the stars

Pyrrhic Victory: a victory with such devastating consequence and collateral that is becomes a 'hollow victory'

Swan Song: a final act or effort given just before death

Wanderlust: a strong desire to wander and explore the world free from any obligation

Weltschmerz: the pain that comes with the realisation that the material world will never satisfy the demands of the soul

Whistle in the Dark: to make a show of bravery despite one's fear

Yhprum's Law: 'everything that can go right will go right'

[Prompt Calender: January 9th, National Word Nerd Day]

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3 Things Prompts, NMR 5

1) Cluster of purple quartz, a winter festival, a kiss on the cheek

2) A frozen speedometer, a musty smelling church, an ancient amulet

3) A secluded grotto, a racing suit, a broken tailgate light

4) A misty beach, a horridly bad disguise, a one night stand

5) A bloody leather belt, an incoming siege, an adrenaline rush

6) A clock stopped exactly at 7:43, a rumor of a treasure, a moss covered sculpture

7) A old farmstead, burst open alchemy pouch, running through a foggy field

8) Last days of school, a strange object in the sky, a blighted career

9) Luxurious event place, a jacket floating in a water fountain, a soft fabric

10) A chatty, flirty exchange, faces covered in carnival masks, a lab accident

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3 Things Prompt List, NMR 4

1) A mellifluous voice, a dirty shovel, a masquerade ball

2) Being yanked backwards, a student investigation, thin sheets of ice

3) Overpriced shoes, a visceral reaction, a rotten, acrid smell

4) A rugged philosopher, a bonfire smoke, a funky hat

5) A forbidden recipe book, a violent shade of purple, a human skull as a candle holder

6) Satin bed sheets, a space helmet, a dusty teddy bear

7) A foggy weather, a vest too large, an obsidian locket

8) Someone buried alive, wilting flowers, numb fingers

9) Devious words, stargazing at a cliff’s edge, a sinking tavern

10) A small rocking horse, juicy blackberries, a ritualistic chant

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3 Things Prompts

A semblance of safety, destroyed headstones, an empty little town

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A busted throttle arm, the final goodbyes, condescending clapping

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“Once again I ask, do we need to go over how normal people have conversations?” 

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“Why are you hiding here?” “I’m sure you can sense that I’m not exactly wanted inside either.” 

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3 Things Prompt List, NMR 3

1) Distant traffic sounds, an heirloom table lamp, a sudden acceleration

2) A snatched wrist, a balsam ointment, a burned-down sawmill

3) A police impound lot, a crammed antique store, melting snow

4) A giant dragon scale, a cheeky grin, blood loss

5) A faint dog barking, the first steps of a child, an overcrowded reception desk

6) Avoided feelings, a mischievous gleam in the eyes, a sandalwood incense

7) Crickets chirping, burdened shoulders, a meadow lit up in fire

8) A blunt force trauma, a brewing intent, holding someone’s hair

9) Jumping down a flight of stairs, a giant outdoor chessboard, a gravel pit

10) Tie-dyed trousers, an unpleasant voice, the basement of a decrepit house

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“Where are you running off to now?” “I’m not desperate enough to stay to deal with all this.” 

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“Well, aren’t you just the most annoyingly persistent thing.” 

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“I knew you were lying.” He admitted. They sighed, exasperated.  “Then why are we bothering with any of this?” 

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“You gave it all up? For what?” “It just never was worth the sacrifices I had to make.”§

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“They said we are to follow the rules to the best of our abilities. This certainly is the best of mine.” 

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Three Things Prompt

A set of tarot cards with disturbing illustrations, walking on the side of the road, a battle won

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3 Things Prompt List, NMR 2

1) A chewed-on pencil, neon light flickering, a crude surgical wound

2) A parasite specimen jar, duct tape around a shoe, a bandstand at a park

3) A vanished family, sneaking out, a cheeky waitress

4) The beginning moments of a riot, a blood-red wine, a cloud of cigarette smoke

5) Burned brownies, the lake after midnight, a crowded ticket booth

6) Written down folk tales, a quaint atmosphere, a reflection in glass

7) A chair with a folding seat, a torn piece of parchment, two small kittens

8) A mermaid’s treasure chest, holding a door open for someone, splintered chains

9) Interlocked hands, a fatalistic attitude, a broken iron gate

10) A bouquet of red and black roses, a rescue that comes a little too late, snow soaking through to socks

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Three Things Prompt

Trading cards, a murder of crows flocking a door, a shell necklace

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Three Things Prompt

Pamphlets strewn around the ground, hoof prints in the soft dirt, a nightshade plant