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Sea whump prompts

Royal/aristocrat Whumpee held for ransom at sea by pirate Whumper(s)

Seasickness (bonus points if Whumpee is the one leading/sailing the ship)

Whumpee washing up on a shore after a shipwreck, unable to recall what happened to them (are they found by Caretaker or Whumper?)

Mermaid whumpee being taken from the sea to be kept in an exhibit/zoo

Whumpee being shipped across sea to a new Whumper (kept in a box? Tied up under deck?)

Caretaker trying to keep a sick/injured Whumpee going while stranded at sea without supplies

Whumpee only having seawater available to drink

Whumpee with a phobia of water forced to travel across the sea to escape Whumper

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Whenever I feel like writing my WOL getting beat up I just pull up the FFXIV statuses wiki page

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I need more whump - here's what I need:

Injections

Mind control - through drugs or magic

Sedation - whumpee so out of it and so very vulnerable

Mentally controlling Whumpers who gaslight their whumpees into believing they're mentally ill

Strapped to a metal table

IVs pumping unknown drugs into whumpee's system (I don't particularly like the general Box Boy whump but I love the idea of the Drip, so give me more of that!)

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we all know and love vampire whumpees but we really need more of vampire caretakers

their wounds heal much faster than in humans, so when there’s danger, they shield whumpee with their own body, taking all the hits and bullets. “you’re hurt!” “what matters is that you aren’t”

they’re up at night, so when whumpee’s sick or injured, they keep vigil, making sure they’re safe and resting. and imagine caretaker-turned-whumpee: at day, whumpee returns the favour, watching over them

they have whumpee’s trust, and whumpee lets them feed from them. and then they have to deal with the aftermaths: headaches, dizziness, chills, fainting spells… a caring vampire’s exactly who they need to help them recover, until next time

and when the vampire feeds, they might use some agent in their saliva that stops the bleeding when they’re done; i mean, they wouldn’t want their prey whumpee to die, would they? now that comes in handy when whumpee’s bleeding. want extra spice and intimacy? kissing their cuts/wounds

you vampire has wings? imagine how safe and protected and cozy whumpee would feel wrapped in them. nothing can hurt them in that embrace. caretaker’s hand runs through whumpee’s hair, and gentle thumps of their heart sound so very close, so very comforting

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Psst. My fellow whump writers, especially lab/medical whump enjoyers. I have learned a new thing that I want to share.

Generic drug/medication names include a suffix that indicates their basic function. Here's an example list! If you're having a hard time coming up with a realistic-sounding name for a fictional drug you're writing about, this could be a helpful start :D

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My emotional support whump fantasy

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Yes yes, sedation, forced sedation.... All good.

Now listen.

Sedation that doesn't knock you out completely, but just makes you very confused and tired instead, unable to form a clear though, yet still somewhat aware of what's happening around you. Drugging basically...

Augh

I especially adore that when combined with an otherwise very defiant whumpee who refuses medical treatment, and a kind, gentle caretaker? One who holds their hand, strokes their hair and reassures them that everything is going to be okay? Even better when it's a hero/villain dynamic???

Mhmhmtmfmgmmt

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This post is so funny like comment subscribe if you picture your favs bloodied and coughing on the floor and flinching

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Touch-starved whumpees...

Timidly asking Caretaker to hold their hand.

Brushing their fingers along Caretaker's in hopes that they'll grab their hand.

Melting into Caretaker's touch with an audible sigh.

Crying as they're held for the first time in years.

Resisting affection even when they're desperate.

Alternatively, accepting affection from someone who hurts them because they're that desperate.

Holding on tighter when Caretaker goes to let them go.

Shying away from Caretaker's touch.

Finding excuses to be close to them.

Leaning into Whumper's hand, despite every part of them screaming to stop.

Caretakers of touch-starved Whumpees...

Running their fingers through Whumpee's hair.

Kissing their head whenever they can.

Letting Whumpee guide their hands wherever they want (head, back, shoulders, etc.)

Giving them cuddle sessions where their full attention is on them.

Cupping their face in their hands and stroking their cheek with their thumb.

Holding them close by the back of the head.

Dropping everything to hold them.

Running their thumb along their knuckles.

Massaging their favourite spot just to see them relax into their touch.

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Someone who wants you to live

[Characters from CTC]

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"I'm here, you're safe now"

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sleeping standing up

There's something extra whumpy about sleeping or passing out while standing up.

Someone standing guard or performing some important tasks, so exhausted that they're falling asleep on their feet and have to be shaken awake by their comrades.

A whumpee hit with a fast-acting sleeping spell, that look of confusion followed by drowsiness, their eyes closing as they sway gently on their feet before falling.

A whumpee confined in a vertical space much too small, forced to try to get any sleep by awkwardly leaning against the wall. Or else the whumpee is chained to the wall in a way where they can't sit or lay down.

A whumpee falling under a spell or trance, going from acting normally to dazedly sleepwalking towards the enemy.

That moment when the whumpee looks down to realize they're injured, staring at the blood on their hand before they pass out. Especially if they pass out mid-sentence!

Or hit your whumpee with a tranquilizer dart. Let them pull out the dart and look at it with growing realization before they're overtaken and collapse.

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Nausicaä and the Ohmu

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Any tips on how to describe indoor spaces so they feel real and match the vibe of the story without throwing in too much detail?

Getting interior scenes just right is all about finding the balance between setting the mood, showing the unique personality of your story world, and keeping the plot moving. There are lots of ways you can use senses, action, and background to set a scene, all of which can work seamlessly with the type of story you want to tell. Here are some tips on how you can achieve that:

How does it look?

Lighting: does your space contain the soft glow of lamps, harsh fluorescent lights, or natural light?

Use colour and textures like peeling paint, plush velvet, or sleek marble.

Size and scale: is it claustrophobically small or impressively grand?

Architectural features: does the space have high ceilings, crown mouldings, or exposed beams?

Furnishings: are they modern, sparse, antique, or cluttered?

Style and decor: what style is represented, and how does it affect the atmosphere?

State of repair: is the space well-kept, neglected, or under renovation?

Perspective and layout: how do spaces flow into each other?

Unique design features: describe sculptural elements, or things that stand out.

Spatial relationships: describe how objects are arranged—what’s next to, across from, or underneath something else?

How does it sound?

Describe echoes in large spaces or the muffled quality of sound in carpeted or furnished rooms.

Note background noises; is there a persistent hum of an air conditioner, or the tick of a clock?

Describe the sound of footsteps; do they click, scuff, or are they inaudible?

Include voices; are they loud and echoing or soft and absorbed?

Is there music? Is it piped in, coming from a live source, or perhaps drifting in from outside?

Capture the sounds of activity; typing, machinery, kitchen noises, etc.

Describe natural sounds; birds outside the window, or the rustle of trees.

Consider sound dynamics; is the space acoustically lively or deadened?

Include unexpected noises that might be unique to the building.

Consider silence as a sound quality. What does the absence of noise convey?

How does it smell?

Identify cleaning products or air fresheners. Do they create a sterile or inviting smell?

Describe cooking smells if near a kitchen; can you identify specific foods?

Mention natural scents; does the room smell of wood, plants, or stone?

Are there musty or stale smells in less ventilated spaces?

Note the smell of new materials; fresh paint, new carpet, or upholstery.

Point out if there’s an absence of smell, which can be as notable as a powerful scent.

Consider personal scents; perfume, sweat, or the hint of someone’s presence.

Include scents from outside that find their way in; ocean air, city smells, etc.

Use metaphors and similes to relate unfamiliar smells to common experiences.

Describe intensity and layering of scents; is there a primary scent supported by subtler ones?

What can you do there?

Describe people’s actions; are they relaxing, working, hurried, or leisurely?

Does the space have a traditional use? What do people come there to do?

Note mechanical activity; elevators moving, printers printing, etc.

Include interactions; are people talking, arguing, or collaborating?

Mention solitary activities; someone reading, writing, or involved in a hobby.

Capture movements; are there servers bustling about, or a janitor sweeping?

Observe routines and rituals; opening blinds in the morning, locking doors at night.

Include energetic activities; perhaps children playing or a bustling trade floor.

Note restful moments; spaces where people come to unwind or reflect.

Describe cultural or community activities that might be unique to the space.

How is it decorated?

Describe the overall style; is it minimalist, baroque, industrial, or something else?

Note period influences; does the decor reflect a specific era or design movement?

Include colour schemes and how they play with or against each other.

Mention patterns; on wallpaper, upholstery, or tiles.

Describe textural contrasts; rough against smooth, shiny against matte.

Observe symmetry or asymmetry in design.

Note the presence of signature pieces; a chandelier, an antique desk, or a modern art installation.

Mention thematic elements; nautical, floral, astronomical, etc.

Describe homemade or bespoke items that add character.

Include repetitive elements; motifs that appear throughout the space.

What is its history?

Mention historical usage; was the building repurposed, and does it keep its original function?

Describe architectural time periods; identify features that pinpoint the era of construction.

Note changes over time; upgrades, downgrades, or restorations.

Include historical events that took place within or affected the building.

Mention local or regional history that influenced the building’s design or function.

Describe preservation efforts; are there plaques, restored areas, or visible signs of aging?

Describing indoor spaces doesn’t have to feel like a chore. Focus on the details that matter most, tie them to the mood or characters, and let your readers fill in the blanks. A well-crafted space not only sets the scene but builds your character's relationship to it. Use sensory language, background, and action beats to tie it into your narrative, and don’t be afraid to play around with motifs and contradictions, depending on who is experiencing it!

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I'm trying to work on my 'show don't tell' but struggle with describing smells when tackling senses. Do you have any smelly word resources? :)

Some Words to Describe Smell

Acrid - strong, biting (e.g., something on fire)

Ambrosial - fragrant; having a pleasant smell

Antiseptic - a clean scent

Aromatic - having a strong or distinctive smell

Aura - smell surrounding something

Balm - soothing scent

Bouquet - blend of floral scents

Briny - salty

Burnt - unpleasant, smoky, sharp scent

Clean - very light scent, clean and natural

Earthy - recently dug or tilled soil

Essence - basic, natural scent

Fetid - decaying or rotting smell

Fishy - smelling of fish; pungent, strong, unpleasant

Flowery - fragrance similar to flowers

Foul - being odorous and impure

Fragrant - things, such as flowers or spices, with sweet or agreeable odors

Fresh - natural smelling, rather than artificial

Gamy - having the flavor of game; smelly

Gaseous - a chemical odorant, similar to the smell of rotten eggs

Heady - very strong aroma

Lemony - tart, piquant citrus notes

Lilac - rich floral scent combining rose with vanilla

Mildewed - soaked in wetness that has gone stale

Minty - menthol-like smell

Misty - mild fragrance, not overpowering

Moldy - damp, fungus-like odor

Musty - damp, earthy, or stale odor

Odorous - emitting a scent that has a strong distinctive smell whether pleasant or unpleasant

Overpowering - too strong of a smell

Perfumed - artificial fragrance, not natural-smelling

Pheromone - natural scents

Piney - crisp, refreshing evergreen smell

Piquant - pleasantly pungent, sharp, or spicy taste

Plastic - artificial chemical polymer odor

Pungent - strong fragrance

Putrid - stench of decay

Rancid - spoiled; food that has gone bad

Reeking - a strong or disagreeable fume or odor

Rotten - spoiled, rancid, unpalatable

Scented - having a perfumed smell

Sharp - a strong scent

Skunky - noxious smell that lingers; sulfuric (like rotten eggs) odor

Smoky - scent of burning wood

Spoiled - an unpleasant, rotten smell

Stagnant - a stale smell

Stench - stink; a characteristic repugnant quality

Sterile - a sense of cleanliness; the scent of cleaning products

Sweet - sugary smell

Tart - sharp fragrance

Tempting - having an appeal; enticing

Trace - a tiny amount of fragrance

Whiff - a fleeting scent

Wispy - hint of fragrance in the air

Woodsy - characteristic or suggestive of woods; forest-like smell

Olfactory imagery engages the sense of smell. Scent is one of the most direct triggers of memory and emotion, but can be difficult to write about. Since taste and smell are so closely linked, you’ll sometimes find the same words (such as “sweet”) used to describe both. Simile is common in olfactory imagery, because it allows writers to compare a particular scent to common smells like dirt, grass, manure, or roses.

The above are excerpts from this previous post & added definitions from Merriam-Webster and YourDictionary. More related posts you might find useful:

Some Perfumery Vocabulary

100 Sensory Words ⚜ Word Alternatives: Olfactory

Writing Notes: Fragrance ⚜ Scent ⚜ Fragrance Notes

More: Notes & References ⚜ Word Lists ⚜ Writing Resources PDFs

All the best in your search for the right smelly words in your writing :)

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hello, i hope im asking the right person here!! Have you perhaps done a post on types of injuries a charcter can have? Whether it be facial injuries or elsewhere!

Many thanks! :)

Writing References: Injuries

Amnesia ⚜ Bites & Stings ⚜ Bruises ⚜ Drowning ⚜ Fractures

Frostbite ⚜ Infected Gunshot Wound (GSW) ⚜ Knife Injuries

Mechanism of Injury (Head-on collision; GSW; stabbings)

Hostile Environments (Cold; heat; oxygen deprivation; vacuum exposure)

Reactions to Injury ⚜ Scars

Types & Levels of Pain ⚜ Importance of Pain

Wounds ⚜ Wound Care ⚜ Writing Realistic Injuries

Hi, here are some previous posts related to injuries. Let me know if you were looking for something more specific. Hope this helps with your writing :)

More: References ⚜ Writing Resources PDFs

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sometimes you need dialogue tags and don't want to use the same four