challenge

Dystopia

You know what I'm talking about. A society that is corrupt at some level, a place that is really and truly messed up. Write about one. Perhaps the main character is part of the conspiracy, fighting to get out, or merely an observer? Perhaps the dysfunction isn't as obvious as it should be... Due to my limited schedule (and desire to actually choose a winner), you've only got a week to write your stories. Have fun!

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Challengers

7 entries
  1. Creative Rebel (sonnet)

    Author: g²LaPianistaIrlandesa

    We’re not allowed to think outside the box, Thinking at all is frowned upon out here. Forget creating anything, no dear. They only want us sitting there like…

    Aug 12, 2009 · Ficly archive

  2. Marta goes shopping

    Author: Bill Hartzia

    Marta paused outside the Justice Arena, listening to the cries of pain. There were a few cheers now and then but they were thin and muted; clearly the…

    Aug 10, 2009 · Ficly archive (2)

  3. Chain of Order

    Author: NightMaiden

    Yesterday, Nina was taken to the port. She cried too much for my liking - it made me want to cry, too. She made us sweets and left them on the counter with a…

    Aug 8, 2009 · Ficly archive (3)