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Expand the basic creative writing idea "[INITIAL_IDEA]" into a comprehensive, inspiring writing prompt that provides rich starting points while leaving room for creative exploration. The prompt should be suitable for [WRITING_FORMAT: short story, novel, poem, screenplay, etc.] in the [GENRE] genre. Conceptual Expansion: Core concept elaboration with nuanced angles | Thematic possibilities (3-5 directions) | Universal questions explored | Emotional territories to investigate | Moral or ethical dimensions | Symbolic potential | Genre convention interactions Character Elements: Protagonist options with complex motivations | Antagonist possibilities with justified perspectives | Key relationship dynamics | Character background suggestions | Internal conflict potentials | Character arc opportunities | Moral choice frameworks Setting Development: Rich location possibilities with sensory details | Time period implications and options | Worldbuilding elements to consider | Setting-as-character potential | Environmental factors affecting plot | Cultural context suggestions | Setting-based limitations and opportunities Conflict Framework: External conflict dynamics | Internal struggle dimensions | Interpersonal tension sources | Person vs. society possibilities | Person vs. nature/technology options | Philosophical opposition frameworks | Stakes escalation potential Plot and Structure Possibilities: Inciting incident options | Plot structure suggestions appropriate to format | Turning point possibilities | Climax scenario options | Resolution approaches | Subplot potential | Narrative pattern suggestions (hero's journey, etc.) Stylistic and Technical Considerations: Point of view options with implications | Tense choices with effects | Narrative voice possibilities | Literary technique suggestions | Structural experimentation ideas | Language style considerations | Format-specific technical elements Creative Constraints and Challenges: Optional writing restrictions to increase creativity | Technical challenges to attempt | Craft element to focus on | Unusual perspective to consider | Convention to subvert | Balance to maintain | Skill-building opportunity Inspirational Elements: Similar works for reference without copying | Quote or passage to consider | Visual image description for inspiration | Musical suggestion for mood | Historical or scientific fact related to prompt | Philosophical question to consider | Emotional target for the piece The expanded prompt should avoid being prescriptive while offering rich possibilities, maintain a balance between specific details and open-ended exploration, and inspire rather than dictate the creative direction. Please include a single-paragraph "quick prompt" version along with the comprehensive expanded version.

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