So, I had a story I had asked for help on previously, but I have since abandoned the project due to situations not permitting me to write. I lost that story, so I must start over with a new one. Here's to hoping I can get some more help from you guys, you rock! That said, here's the situation. I'm starting a new story, but I'm finding a bit of difficulty actually writing the beginning setting. The story starts off in a cave, but I don't know what to start with. If anyone would be willing to write up some examples with similar settings, I would very much appreciate it. A few pointers to help: It is a bit damp, so dripping water can be heard. Alongside the moss and mildew, the place smells like death and potions, as it is inhabited by a necromancer. I do look forward to what you guys have in mind!
You're going to need to establish your POV. Unless you're writing omniscient, there's a character in that cave, experiencing all the cave has to offer. What does that character see/smell/taste/feel/hear? And how much of it do you want to share with readers?
Some friendly advice: I could be wrong, but don't hold your breath because this isn't going to happen. It's not what writing forums are for. We can offer advice, as @BayView has kindly done, but no one's going to write your scene for you.
Oh! You misunderstood my intention! I don't want people to write the scene for me, I was just wanting to see some examples as I was having difficulty finding some. I wouldn't dream of using someone else's words in a story, it just wouldn't be right. The idea was that I could see other people's interpretations of what a scene like that would be, it helps me get an idea of what I'd like to put down. I'm sorry for the confusion.
Well, I've searched the internet (after my library, of course), and I've found nothing so far. However, if I was going to write the start to a story like that (you can change or use this if you so wish), I'd start it somewhere along the lines of: Darkness loomed in the vast empty space, that was only littered by a few rocks here and there. Moss could be seen crawling up the sides of these sharp, jagged rocks and an odd smell drifted through the air...
This helps immensely! As I said before, I wouldn't dream of using someone else's words in my story, but I thank you for putting this up. Beginnings were never really my strong point, so I just wanted a point of reference to get my gears turning.
You're very much welcome! Also, you're welcome to take that first beginning line if you need it to work with, I'm not fussed!
