plots inspired by my "halloween" playlist
Here are four roleplay plot ideas, inspired by songs from my seasonal playlist, particularly about ghosts & vampires.
HAMMER HORROR - Kate Bush
Muse A was an actor, who died during the filming/production of something suitably spooky. Muse B has been cast as their replacement, but finds themselves haunted by visions of A. This plot could take place in a theatre or on a film set. Maybe even a spooky reality tv show, if you're really adventurous with it. Perhaps, you wish to include a co-star as Muse C, who would've known A. Maybe you wish to omit A as an active character and leave the reality of the spectre ambiguous. Is A a malicious or a tragic and benevolent spirit?
CLINT EASTWOOD - Gorillaz
Muses A and B were always incredibly close, to the point where only death could separate them. Only, once A died, they decided to stick around with B as a ghost. Now sharing a body, A is able to possess B's body and provide their unique skillset beyond the grave, or use B's body as a vessel. Maybe B is a musician, and A provides vocal talents. Perhaps A was an incredible fighter, or an actor, or some just an amazing driver. Whatever it might be, death can't seem to separate this particular double act.
Decode - Paramore
Muses A and B are caught in a game of romantic cat and mouse. A is human, and since they met the elusive and mysterious B, they've found themselves constantly drawn together. By putting up their own guards and walls, can A work out who and what B is? Or perhaps these walls will break down and they'll just make fools of themselves?
VAMPIRES WILL NEVER HURT YOU - My Chemical Romance
Muses A and B are vampire hunters who have a close, if tense relationship (could be romantic, platonic or even familial). This is honestly a pretty good setup for them, but everything changes when A gets bitten. A has always been adamant that if they ever got bitten, they'd want to be killed, but B can't bring themselves to do that to someone they love. Can B find a cure for A in time? Is A mad at B for not carrying through on their verbal contract? What if A adjusts to living as a vampire?