Take on Both The Snark and Tim. Can’t Be That Hard Can It!
Greetings, scribblers! In this podcast episode, Tim & LeeAnna dived deep into the world of aliens—ranging from mind-bending, existentially terrifying Xir to snack-obsessed, totally over-it invaders. Let’s not forget animatronic aliens serving as a backdrop to human drama. Aliens don’t just have to be terrifying; they can be quirky, hilarious, and downright absurd, as we’ve seen. So now, it’s your turn to get creative! Whether you want to craft an alien that pokes fun at human foibles or add a bit of alien chaos to a romantic dinner, these prompts will let your imagination run wild.
Write under 600 words and bonus points if you throw in a weird animatronic animal for extra laughs or weirdness. Here are your prompts:
Prompt One: Channel Your Inner Snark
Write a story where the main character encounters a funny, quirky alien. Channel the humor of the Snark’s Xir—maybe they’re passive-aggressive, overly tired, or just here for the snacks. Is your alien mocking human foibles, or is it something else entirely? Make it light-hearted and humorous!
Prompt Two: Aliens in the Background
In Tim’s The Theory of My Wonders, aliens serve as a backdrop to otherwise very human scenes. For this prompt, imagine a scene between two human characters—whether it’s an argument, a love scene, or a romantic dinner. Weave in aliens in the background. How do they reflect or contrast what’s going on between the humans? Use their presence to amplify the human drama or to create an absurd distraction.
Prompt Three: Funny Aliens + Human Drama
Take the previous prompt and add some humor: Imagine a romantic dinner scene where aliens are lurking in the background, just doing their own thing. Maybe they’re clueless, causing chaos, or simply amusing. How does this funny alien element shift the tone of the scene? What do the humans think about these absurd extraterrestrials crashing their evening?
Ready to Submit?
Got your alien creation ready? Great! Send it our way at 'submit your work.' Remember, the weirdest aliens—or the weirdest animatronic animal—might just earn you a spot on the podcast. And hey, who doesn’t want to hear their creation discussed by Tim and LeeAnna? So, put your creativity to work, and let’s see how bizarre your extraterrestrial beings can get!
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